Jason Beem's Thursday Column for Feb. 8, 2024

Thu Feb 08 2024Jason Beem

Jason discusses the Sam F. Davis (G3) and talks about how in race-calling you can try to prepare for what might happen, but you truly just never know.
Pedigree profile: Nysos

Mon Feb 05 2024J. Keeler Johnson

After two blowout victories sprinting, it was no surprise to see Nysos dominate his two-turn debut, winning the one-mile Robert B. Lewis S. (G3) at Santa Anita by 7 1/2 lengths.
Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Well-bred Tuscan Gold romps

Mon Feb 05 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Only time will tell if Tuscan Gold has the talent to win the Kentucky Derby (G1). But there’s no doubt the bay colt has the pedigree to shine on the first Saturday in May.
Faded Glory: The Kentucky Derby’s Forgotten Winners (Spokane, 1889)

Fri Feb 02 2024Jennifer Kelly

Spokane’s turn in the Kentucky Derby brought down the house with its thrilling finish, a confrontation that started a rivalry and notched the Montana-bred’s name in the history books.
Catching My Eye: Cox firster, Asmussen’s Guns A’blazing, Double DeVaux at Fair Grounds

Tue Jan 30 2024Kevin Kilroy

A handful of runs on Saturday, Jan. 27 at Fair Grounds Race Course caught my eye.
Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Speak Easy is the talk of the town

Mon Jan 29 2024J. Keeler Johnson

One year after Kentucky Derby winner Mage won a Pegasus World Cup Day maiden race at Gulfstream Park, Speak Easy impressed in an identical maiden contest.
Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Jan. 29, 2024

Mon Jan 29 2024Jason Beem

Jason looks back at some of the weekend action, including another win by Didia, who continues to work her way up the ladder of the turf filly and mare division.
Catching My Eye: Asmussen has two pointed for Risen Star

Sat Jan 27 2024Kevin Kilroy

In the end, the Lecomte (G3) didn’t tell me much besides reinforcing a lesson I thought I had etched into my skull.
Tall Tales of the Track, Kentucky Derby Edition: A Memorable Absence

Fri Jan 26 2024Jennifer Kelly

In 1951, though, the black-and-white photo of Count Turf, flanked by his owner and others, is missing an important face, making this particular Derby one to remember for one unfortunate reason.
Seven older horses to follow in 2024

Fri Jan 26 2024Kellie Reilly

Let's look at several talented runners who could be poised for a bigger year in 2024.
Faded Glory: The Kentucky Derby’s Forgotten Winners (Ben Ali, 1886)

Wed Jan 24 2024Jennifer Kelly

In the century and a half of the Kentucky Derby lies forgotten tales of this great race. While the sport's spotlight often shines on the most celebrated champions, there are remarkable tales of victory that have faded into the recesses of time.
Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Hall of Fame is very fast

Mon Jan 22 2024J. Keeler Johnson

The equine Hall of Fame took a solid first step toward a place in the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame when he smashed a 1 1/16-mile maiden special weight on Saturday at Fair Grounds.
Jason Beem's Thursday Column for Jan. 18, 2024

Thu Jan 18 2024Jason Beem

Jason looks ahead to this weekend's Silverbulletday S., discussing the story and chances of Oklahoma-bred Miss Code West.