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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1977
Page
13
Keeneland officials expect a large Blue Grass Stakes field with about a dozen to 13 probable runners. They have yet to decide if the race will be divided, a split last used in 1951.
Canada captain Phil Esposito warns the North American teams risk missing the world championships as top stars stay home for the Stanley Cup playoffs. The U S squad, aided by few NHL players, faces a tough pool in a competition opened to professionals. In other notes, Nets coach Kevin Loughery signs a new five year deal amid rebuilding pressure in New York, while World Team Tennis kicks off with the Russians entering the league and Indiana Loves led by Vitas Gerulaitis and Ruta Gerulaitis.
Eddie Arcaro, impressed by Seattle Slew, cautions he may not dare back the colt to win the May 7 Kentucky Derby. He compares Slew’s bloodlines and pacing to Bold Ruler, notes Slew’s Wood Memorial win and questions Derby distance and opposition while praising Cruget's Flamingo ride. He cites heredity and past champions to temper optimism.
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