Scrap-metal partners eye Run for Roses Derby
Richard Hersch and Peter Jacobs, scrap metal partners and brothers-in-law, along with trainer Phil Johnson, own Naskra a 12 to 1 Derby contender entering Churchill Downs. Naskra cost $35,000 last October has earnings of $52,000 from 11 starts and is aiming for a $125,000 added purse.
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All-Time Derby Field Pick by Jimmy Jones
Jimmy Jones, longtime trainer and Monmouth Park official, names an all-time Derby field from 1917 onward. He cites Omar Khayyam, Exterminator, Sir Barton, War Admiral, Citation, Coaltown, Johnstown, Count Fleet among greats and projects Citation as the predicted winner with War Admiral and Johnstown as late challengers.
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Derby Memories and Lakers Surge in Playoff Duel
Irene B Schmidt recalls a Derby tumble from an orange crate as she plans to watch future races from a box on the third floor. In California Jerry West leads the Lakers past the Knicks in overtime 121-115 to tie the series at two.
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Derby Field Post Positions and Odds Listed
Louisville AP lists post positions and probable morning line odds for the 96th Kentucky Derby. Notable entries include George Lewis W Hartack aboard at 10 1 and My Dad with George Broussard at 4 1, among others with prices ranging from 3 1 to 20 1.
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Brookside exits Inland Conference track dominance
Brookside High led by Jim Baum won a second Inland Conference track title amid Avon’s brink of a league move to Lakeland. Avon surged late, capturing six firsts to finish 52 points, while Keystone followed with 40 and Buckeye 38 as meet records fell in jumps, sprints, and distance events amid a rain delay.
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Odds Favor Good Weather at 1970 Kentucky Derby
Weather outlook for Derby Day in Louisville predicts sun despite a Bureau forecast of possible showers. Historical notes show only occasional rain on Derby Days with several past wet spells and temperatures typically in the 64 to 81 degree range. this year’s high expected in the 70s.
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