Ben Baugh, Author At Horse Racing News

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Mark Casse: From Canada to the Kentucky Derby Training War of Will

It seems as if Mark Casse has always been around horses. His prescience has been nothing short of phenomenal, having the vision and being able to realize his dream. The Hall of Fame conditioner moved ...

Posted on April 24, 2019

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Brent Fernung: From Groom to President of the FTBOA

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by Ben Baugh An older sibling, an interest in livestock and exposure to the sport at a young age, were among the variables that were critical components in helping to direct the career path Journeyman...

Posted on April 9, 2019

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Maximum Security Goes From the Claimer to Grade I Winner

By Ben Baugh

by Ben Baugh A perfect break from the gate ended up dictating the terms of the race. Maximum Security kept his undefeated record intact, going gate-to-wire under jockey Luis Saez in the Xpressbet Flor...

Posted on April 1, 2019

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Eddie Deas Has Seen It All at the Racetrack

By Ben Baugh

by Ben Baugh Experience, longevity and success — Eddie Deas has seen it all. A career that’s spanned more than seven decades started by bringing butter rolls and coffee to the barn area at Belmont...

Posted on February 28, 2019

Kentucky Derby Road Edit

A Tale of Two Horses on the Road to the Kentucky Derby

By Ben Baugh

by Ben Baugh It’s an enviable position to be in. Kenny McPeek has two graded stakes-winning colts that are moving along the Derby trail with just the right momentum. Signalman and Harvey Wallbanger ...

Posted on February 12, 2019

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Well Defined Makes Statement in the Sam F. Davis Stakes

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by Ben Baugh The race just seemed to suit Well Defined’s running style. The Florida-bred son of With Distinction set the early pace and never looked back, drawing off to win the Sam F. Davis Stakes ...

Posted on February 10, 2019

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Harvey Wallbanger Takes Big First Step on Road to the Kentucky Derby

By Ben Baugh

Trainer Kenny McPeek is no stranger to success. The conditioner’s impressive resume includes having conditioned seven millionaires. Harvey Wallbanger appears well on his way to reaching that miles...

Posted on February 6, 2019

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2019 Eclipse Awards Made History

By Ben Baugh

by Ben Baugh It was literally history in the making at the 48th annual Eclipse Awards at Gulfstream Park on Thursday night. For the first time, brothers claimed the honor as North America’s Outstand...

Posted on January 28, 2019

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Hockey, Horses and a Caring Rider Lead to a New Career for a Retired Thoroughbred

By Ben Baugh

Fan Base, a 16-hand high bay gelding with a fondness for the turf, was recently retired after making 75 career starts. The son of Hat Trick (JPN) found the winner’s circle 18 times and placed second...

Posted on October 9, 2018

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Humility and Authenticity: Pablo Morales Turns a Dream Into Reality

By Ben Baugh

The footprint in the shedrow of a young boy literally following in the footsteps of his father provides insight into the life of someone who would pursue and realize his dreams. Those footsteps are le...

Posted on April 16, 2018

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