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On YouTubeBob Baffert News / Paulick Report / July 8
Reincarnate Gives Baffert Seventh Consecutive Los Alamitos Derby Win 
Another year, another victory in the $125,000 Los Alamitos Derby for Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert. Reincarnate, the even-money favorite in the field
Bob Baffert News / Paulick Report / July 6
The Friday Show Presented By The Jockey Club: Questions On The Baffert Ban
The guest seat is empty this week on the Friday Show, but not for lack of trying. Given the controversy surrounding the decision by Churchill Downs Inc.
Bob Baffert News / Field Level Media / July 3
Churchill Downs extends Bob Baffert suspension through 2024
Churchill Downs Incorporated is extending the suspension for Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert through the end of 2024, the company announced Monday. The parent company of Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., claimed that Baffert poses a "threat to the safety and integrity of racing" at its tracks.
Horse Racing News / ESPN / June 30
Belmont Park cancels racing over poor air quality
Belmont Park canceled its thoroughbred racing card on Friday due to poor air quality caused by wildfires in Canada.
Bob Baffert News / Paulick Report / June 15
Will Todd Get ‘The Baffert Treatment’?
With each news story about another therapeutic medication positive for trainer Todd Pletcher in recent weeks, racing fans have asked a question that's likely uncomfortable for racetracks – when will Todd get the Bob Baffert treatment?
Horse Racing News / ESPN / June 11
2nd horse dies in 24 hours after Belmont Stakes
Mashnee Girl suffered an injury in the first race Sunday at Belmont Park and was euthanized, becoming the second fatality in 24 hours at the track since the Belmont Stakes.
Horse Racing News / ESPN / June 10
Horse euthanized after injury in 13th at Belmont
A horse in the race following the $1.5 million Belmont Stakes had to be euthanized after an injury on the track.
Tom Durkin News / Larry Brown Sports / June 10
There was one big issue with FOX's Belmont Stakes coverage
FOX televised the 155th running of the Belmont Stakes on Saturday, and their broadcast left many viewers dissatisfied with one issue.
Horse Racing News / Yardbarker / June 10
Arcangelo's win at Belmont Stakes breaks horseracing barrier
Arcangelo won the 155th running of the Belmont Stakes Saturday, helping break down a barrier in horseracing. With Arcangelo's victory, Jena Antonucci made history, becoming the first female trainer to win a Triple Crown race.
Bob Baffert News / Paulick Report / June 10
Arabian Lion Steps Up To Grade 1 Company, Gives Baffert Third Woody Stephens Victory
After Arabian Lion made short work of four rivals in the Sir Barton Stakes at Pimlico on May 20, trainer Bob Baffert lamented that maybe he should have run the 3-year-old Justify colt later that afternoon in the day's marquee event: the 148th running of the Grade 1 Preakness Stakes.
Horse Racing News / ESPN / June 9
Belmont Park reopens after air quality improves
Live racing will resume at Belmont Park on Friday following significant improvement in air quality conditions in the state, the New York Racing Association announced.
Horse Racing News / Field Level Media / June 8
Belmont pauses live racing due to hazardous air quality
Two days before hosting the final leg of the Triple Crown, Belmont Park canceled live racing Thursday due to the poor air quality around Elmont, N.Y. Smoke from Canadian wildfires has also forced postponements as far away as Philadelphia and Washington, D.C.
Horse Racing News / ESPN / June 8
Belmont calls off racing, Nats PPD due to smoke
Racing at Belmont Park was canceled and the Nationals' home game against the Diamondbacks was postponed Thursday due to poor air quality from wildfires in Canada.
Bob Baffert News / Field Level Media / June 7
Stakes high at Belmont, from Baffert to Tapit Trace
Trainer Todd Pletcher had a miserable weekend at Churchill Downs during the first Saturday in May. Pletcher traditionally fares much better at his home track in the Belmont Stakes and he's got a formidable duo entered this Saturday in the final leg of the Triple Crown.
Bob Baffert News / Field Level Media / June 7
Betting the Belmont: Ranking the field behind frontrunner Forte
The third jewel of the Triple Crown will be run this Saturday at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York. A field of nine has been entered in the Belmont, headed by morning-line favorite Forte and Preakness winner National Treasure.
Horse Racing News / ESPN / June 6
Forte slight favorite heading into Belmont Stakes
Forte enters his first Triple Crown race as the slight 5-2 favorite to win the Belmont Stakes. Forte, last year's 2-year-old champion, will start in the No.
Horse Racing News / Yardbarker / June 2
Churchill Downs makes significant move amid 'unusual number' of horse fatalities
Churchill Downs has announced the suspension of racing operations amid an "unusual number" of horse fatalities at the historic track in May alone. In a press release Friday, the track revealed the cancelation of races from June 7 through July 3 while nationwide experts conduct a "top-to-bottom review" of safety protocols.
Horse Racing News / ESPN / May 30
HISA: Churchill Downs would consider pause
The head of horse racing's oversight authority believes Churchill Downs would accept a recommendation to pause racing if necessary as an emergency summit convenes to examine the deaths of 12 horses over the past month at the home of the Kentucky Derby.
Bob Baffert News / BloodHorse.com / May 29
Baffert Gets Ninth Hollywood Gold Cup Win With Defunded
Trainer Bob Baffert scored a record ninth victory in the $400,000 Hollywood Gold Cup (G1) when Michael Pegram, Karl Watson, and Paul Weitman's Defunded went gate-to-wire May 29 at Santa Anita Park.
Horse Racing News / ESPN / May 27
2 horses die at Churchill Downs, up to 12 total
- Two horses have died the past two days following injuries at Churchill Downs, the 11th and 12th fatalities over the past month at the home of the Kentucky Derby.
Bob Baffert News / Paulick Report / May 26
Defunded, Country Grammer Give Baffert Strong Hand In Hollywood Gold Cup
Currently tied with the legendary Bald Eagle Charlie Whittingham with eight lifetime wins in the prestigious Grade 1, $400,000 Hollywood Gold Cup, Bob
Horse Racing News / ESPN / May 25
Judge dismisses Baffert suit vs. Churchill Downs
A judge has granted Churchill Downs' motion for summary judgment that dismisses Bob Baffert's claim the track breached due process by suspending him for two years.
Bob Baffert News / Paulick Report / May 25
Baffert: National Treasure ‘Going To Have To Show Me He’s Up For’ Belmont Stakes Test
National Treasure, winner of Saturday's 148th Preakness Stakes, has made his way to Belmont Park for a potential start in the $1.5 million Belmont Stakes on June 10.
Bob Baffert News / Yardbarker / May 20
National Treasure helps Bob Baffert earn course record amid tragic day at Preakness
With National Treasure's victory, Bob Baffert became the winningest trainer at the Preakness, earning his eighth title and first since 2018. It's also the first Preakness win for Hall of Fame jockey John Velazquez.
Horse Racing News / Front Office Sports / May 15
Rio Moon becomes eighth recent horse fatality at Churchill Downs
Rio Moon, a three-year-old colt, died after a race Sunday at Churchill Downs, becoming the eighth horse fatality in recent weeks at the site of the Kentucky Derby.
Horse Racing News / Larry Brown Sports / May 6
Columnist argues Mage deserves asterisk for Kentucky Derby win
Mage won the 149th Kentucky Derby, but one columnist believes the colt deserves an asterisk for the win.
Horse Racing News / Front Office Sports / May 3
New York group secures $455M for Belmont Park makeover
The New York State Racing Association has secured a $455 million loan from the state to renovate Belmont Park, the horse racing venue known for hosting the Belmont Stakes.
Horse Racing News / Pro Talk / April 28
Wild on Ice, Kentucky Derby contender, euthanized after suffering injury while training
Wild on Ice, while training for next weekend’s Kentucky Derby, suffered a catastrophic injury Thursday to his back leg. Doctors needed to euthanize him later in the day.
Five of the most bet-on sporting events
For fans of sports gambling, this list won't be that surprising, but the amount of money wagered on these events might come as a bit of a shock.
Horse Racing News / Larry Brown Sports / June 11, 2022
Owner Mike Repole, trainer Todd Pletcher have dream race at Belmont Stakes
Mike Repole and Todd Pletcher’s horses finished first and second, with Mo Donegal winning and Nest placing at the 154th Belmont Stakes.
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