Shock Treatment May 6, 2009
I visit with Bob Baffert, who I have talked to many times. Baffert is a big Bode Miller fan and three years ago I helped get Baffert's people together with Bode's people and now they're friends. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Mine That Bird runs away May 4, 2009
"Those cowboys," trainer Bob Baffert said, "they came with a good horse.". Mine That Bird went off at 50-1 odds yesterday, but that was only one measure of how little attention he garnered before pulling away in the stretch to score a 6 3/4-length victory at Churchill Downs, the second-biggest stunner in Derby history. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Mine That Bird Pulls Off Upset In Kentucky Derby May 4, 2009
Pioneerof the Nile finished second for freshly minted Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert, a three-time Derby winner. Musket Man was another nose back in third, followed by Papa Clem. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Woolley says Mine That Bird may skip Preakness May 4, 2009
"I'm still in shock," said trainer Bob Baffert. Baffert thought he had his fourth Derby locked up when Pioneerof the Nile battled for the lead as the 19-horse field entered the stretch. (Anchorage Daily News)
Triple trouble? Probably not May 4, 2009
Trainer Bob Baffert said Sunday that Derby runner-up Pioneer of the Nile would be sent back to California for evaluation, with a Preakness decision expected in about a week. But he said the colt had come through the race with only a couple nicks and seemed to be fine. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Derby champ might not even run Preakness May 4, 2009
The horse was training good, we knew that, Allen said, but we were going against guys like D. Wayne Lukas and Bob Baffert, so you got to be real about it. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
Derby caller fails to keep eye on longshot May 4, 2009
Because many Derby viewers don't otherwise follow the sport, NBC offered the usual up-close-and-personals featuring unusual stories, such as a retired high school principal who owned a Derby entrant, or the sport's higher-profile personalities, such as trainer Bob Baffert. Baffert recounted how he'd explained the Derby to Michael Phelps: "Imagine if you took the dividers out, and took the best 20 swimmers down and back.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Dream of roses becomes reality May 4, 2009
Bob Baffert, Pioneerof the Nile's Hall of Fame trainer, was still trying to comprehend Sunday morning how this unknown had shot up the rail to deny him his fourth Derby champion. "We're still in shock," he said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Jay Hovdey blog May 3, 2009
Or when Bob Baffert walked over and wrote "Bob" in pink lipstick on his forehead. "Nope.". (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Pletcher's Derby woes continue May 3, 2009
Phelps and Bowman were backing Pioneerof the Nile in the Derby, a nod to Bob Baffert, who trains the colt. Phelps became a friend of Baffert's nephew when he trained at Michigan. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Notebook: Pletcher now 0-for-24 at Kentucky Derby May 3, 2009
"I liked it, but Michael didn't,'' Bowman said.Phelps and Bowman were backing Pioneerof the Nile in the Derby, a nod to Bob Baffert, who trains the colt. Phelps became a friend of Baffert's nephew when he trained at Michigan.Among Bowman's horses are ones with swimming-related names, like Midnight Swim, Vanderkaay (for Olympian Peter Vanderkaay) and Going for Gold.Also in the VIP area were new Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari and baseball Hall of Famer Frank Robinson.---WET DERBY: Heavy... (MSNBC -- Sports)
From worst to 1st: 50-1 shot shocks Derby field May 3, 2009
Those cowboys, trainer Bob Baffert said, they came with a good horse. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
NBA, prep track, prep softball May 2, 2009
NGAPlayoffsFirst Round(Best of 7)Last nightMiami 98, Atlanta 72, series tied 3-3ThursdayOrlando 114, Philadelphia 89, Orlando wins series 4-2Chicago 128, Boston 127, 3OT, series tied 3-3Houston 92, Portland 76, Houston wins series 4-2TonightChicago at Boston, 8 p.m.SundayMiami at Atlanta, 1 p.m.CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS(Best-of-7)SundayDallas at Denver, 3:30 p.m.Monday, May 4Houston at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m.Tuesday, May 5Dallas at Denver, 10:30 p.m.Wednesday, May 6Houston at L.A. Lakers, 10:30... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Michael Phelps headed for a wet Derby May 2, 2009
Phelps, who won a record eight gold medals in swimming at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, will be stopping by to visit trainer Bob Baffert, who has one of the favorites in Pioneerof the Nile. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Opinion: Silence of Derby favs trainer is deafening May 2, 2009
Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert, who races against Mullins on the California circuit, called Mullins suspension unfortunate. But he also pointed to a two-page handout issued Friday by Churchill Downs officials reminding trainers that administering even over-the-counter medications (Air Power was mentioned by name) was an invitation to trouble. (MSNBC -- Sports)
DERBY DREAMER May 2, 2009
"How cool would it be if he won?" wondered Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert, who saddles early co-second choice Pioneerof the Nile in the 1-mile race. That probably would be more than fine with scores of Derby fans still trying to get past last year's awful ending when filly Eight Belles finished second to Big Brown, then went down on two broken ankles and had to be destroyed. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Take your pick: Field is wide open going into 135th Run for the Roses May 2, 2009
There's also Bob Baffert, the newly-inducted Hall of Fame trainer and three-time Derby winner. In the eyes of some, he's a charming 56-year-old who gets results and isn't afraid to speak his mind. (Missoulian, MT)
DERBY ANALYSIS: Use history when making a pick May 1, 2009
Trainer Bob Baffert has prepped his charge over the Churchill Downs dirt with two excellent workouts in the last nine days. Garrett Gomez is undefeated on the horse and had his choice of riding Pioneerof the Nile or Dunkirk. (USA Today -- Sports)
UNDERDOG: Groundswell builds for 'America's Horse' May 1, 2009
" Some will view General Quarters as "America's horse" Saturday, the ultimate underdog. His competition includes Desert Party and Regal Ransom, two royally bred horses from halfway around the world by Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum. The ruler of Dubai has invested millions in pursuit of an elusive Kentucky Derby victory. Dunkirk, another contender, was a $3.7 million purchase as a yearling. He is overseen by Todd Pletcher, a four-time Eclipse Award winner as leading trainer in North... (USA Today -- Sports)
Pletcher hopes to end Derby jinx May 1, 2009
Gomez, however, debated for weeks before opting to go with Bob Baffert s horse. Edgar Prado will ride Dunkirk in the Derby. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
I Want Revenge made early Kentucky Derby favorite Apr 30, 2009
Bob Baffert stayed put on the synthetic surface with Pioneerof the Nile, and the colt racked up four consecutive victories. Now the West Coast's two top horses are headed toward a showdown in Saturday's Kentucky Derby. (Longview Daily News, WA)
"Revenge" early favorite Apr 30, 2009
Bob Baffert stayed put on the synthetic surface with Pioneerof the Nile, and the colt racked up four consecutive victories ... Bob Baffert stayed put on the synthetic surface with Pioneerof the Nile. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Tim LaydenINSIDE HORSE RACING Apr 30, 2009
"I would have liked seven or 11 better,'' he says. When three-time Derby-winning trainer Bob Baffert sticks his head into the scrum and asks, "What about your strategy for the race,'' Talamo shoots back without hesitation, "Beat Bob Baffert.'' This goes on for several minutes before Talamo is hauled away for another engagement. I shake hands, introduce myself (this often does not happen at the start of a scrum, but afterward) and ask if we can speak privately later. "Absolutely,'' he says. And... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
California-based contenders arrive at Churchill Apr 17, 2009
Pioneerof the Nile, winner of the Santa Anita Derby for trainer Bob Baffert, is stabled at Barn 42. Baffert is expected to arrive in Louisville on Friday. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Trainer: Mafaaz won't run in Kentucky Derby Apr 17, 2009
Pioneerof the Nile won the Santa Anita Derby for trainer Bob Baffert, and Chocolate Candy won the El Camino Real Derby for trainer Jerry Hollendorfer. Ten possible Derby starters are already on the grounds at Churchill Downs, which expects a full field of 20 for the May 2 race. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Bynum nearly ready to rejoin Lakers Apr 6, 2009
Trainer Bob Baffert said Pioneerof the Nile, which won the Santa Anita by a length, will depart for Louisville April 14. Pioneerof the Nile gave Baffert his record fifth Santa Anita Derby victory, breaking a tie with Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Pioneerof the Nile wins Santa Anita Derby Apr 5, 2009
Now, its on to the Kentucky Derby for trainer Bob Baffert, a three-time Derby winner who hasnt had a starter since 2006. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Santa Anita Derby » Apr 5, 2009
But as in his previous three starts, Pioneerof the Nile emerged victorious, overcoming a dawdling pace and his own eagerness to win by one length and give trainer Bob Baffert his fifth victory in the Santa Anita Derby. "He keeps on winning," Baffert said. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
SPORTS BRIEFS | MARCH 16, 2009 Mar 15, 2009
" The Henderson, Ky., trainer was at Oaklawn to watch another of his Kentucky Derby hopefuls, Old Fashioned, run the Rebel Stakes. But Old Fashioned faded in the Rebel and finished second to 50-1 long shot Win Willy. Musket Man wins Tampa Bay Derby Musket Man overtook Join in the Dance in the final length to win the $300,000 Tampa Bay Derby on Saturday. Hello Broadway, the betting favorite at 2-1, finished seventh. General Quarters finished fifth. Baffert has another Derby contender Trainer Bob... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Filly 'Stardom' has Derby aspirations Mar 7, 2009
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Holcomb breaks through in bobsled Mar 2, 2009
Midshipman, the 2-year-old champion colt and an early Derby favorite, was trained by Bob Baffert last year. The colt was purchased by Sheik Mohammed late last year and sent to Dubai to train for the Derby under Saeed bin Suroor. (Boston Globe)
Phelps sinks in Canada Feb 26, 2009
Bob Baffert and two champion horses he trained are among the 11 finalists for election to the National Museum of Racing's Hall of Fame in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. The other finalists are the Baffert-trained Point Given and Silverbulletday; jockeys Eddie Maple, Randy Romero and Alex Solis; trainer Robert Wheeler; and Open Mind, Sky Beauty, Best Pal and Tiznow. Inductees will be announced in late April with induction ceremonies Aug. 14. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Brunker: Are we seeing the second coming of Barbaro? Feb 25, 2009
If Dunkirk were to win there, the Eclipse Award winning rider would face a very interesting choice heading to the Kentucky Derby, as he also has been riding leading West Coast contender Pioneerof the Nile for Bob Baffert. But thats all just speculation at this point, as Dunkirk will first have to prove he can handle the tougher competition hell encounter in the Florida Derby. (MSNBC -- Sports)
At 75, a shot at the Derby for Tom McCarthy Feb 20, 2009
On a Derby Watch list that includes such prominent names as Bob Baffert and Bobby Frankel, Larry Jones and John Ward, Rick Dutrow, Barclay Tagg, and Steve Asmussen, McCarthy finds himself right there with his horse. His one and only horse. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
401 3-year-olds nominated to Triple Crown races Feb 7, 2009
His Godolphin Stables acquired Midshipman last year, and the colt formerly trained by Bob Baffert is now training in Dubai under Saeed bin Suroor. Vineyard Haven was purchased privately by the sheik from Frankel and partners and is in Dubai as well. (Anchorage Daily News)
Indian Blessing, Proud Spell to go at it again in Fair Grounds Oaks Mar 7, 2008
Trainer Bob Baffert said he expects Indian Blessing to be even better in her second trip to the Fair Grounds. Her training schedule for the Silverbulletday was interrupted by well-publicized track problems at Santa Anita Park, forcing her to miss some workouts. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Indian Blessing kicks it up another notch Feb 10, 2008
"She's just fast," trainer Bob Baffert said. "She wants to get it on; that's her. She's got that natural gift of speed and just stretches out her opponents. I liked what I saw today.". (Nola.com -- Sports)
Golden Doc A wins Las Virgenes Stakes as Santa Anita reopens with renovated synthetic surface Feb 10, 2008
Indian Blessing improved to 5-0 with a length victory for trainer Bob Baffert. Workers mixed a stabilizing binder into the synthetic surface that will allow rainwater to drain through the seven inches of Cushion Track that lies atop a porous asphalt base. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Barbaro's run one to remember Jan 30, 2008
Any one of 10, said three-time winner Bob Baffert. Parity reigned. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
DRF: Vintage crop of 3-year-olds in '07 Dec 29, 2007
Bob Baffert won a pair of Breeders' Cup races. Barclay Tagg had his deepest lineup in years with Bit of Whimsy, Nobiz Like Shobiz, and Tale of Ekati. (MSNBC -- Sports)
DRF: Malibu Stakes shapes up as 14-part puzzle Dec 25, 2007
E Z Warrior, a graded stakes winner at 2, is coming back around for trainer Bob Baffert, finishing second in fast-paced stakes two months ago at Monmouth Park. "One thing we've learned about this horse is that you cannot take a hold of him" Baffert said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Colts try to eclipse filly Star in Futurity Dec 22, 2007
The son of Kafain, like Eaton's Gift owned by Zayat Stables, is trained by Bob Baffert and will again be ridden by Hall of Fame jockey Kent Desormeaux, who flew in from his East Coast base for the Preview. He's got that stride. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Midnight Lute upset by Daheer in Cigar Mile Nov 25, 2007
NEW YORK - Trainer Bob Baffert may have expected too much too soon from Midnight Lute. Four weeks after winning the Breeders Cup Sprint, Midnight Lute was upset by Daaher in the $300,000 Cigar Mile at Aqueduct on Saturday. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Cigar Mile: Pinch-hitter for Tasteyville Nov 22, 2007
Bob Baffert, trainer of Midnight Lute, was scheduled to be here to saddle the horse. Baffert has won three of the last seven runnings of the Cigar Mile with El Corredor (2000) and Congaree (2002-03). (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
2007 Golden Turkey: CIF commissioner gets second annual award Nov 22, 2007
Owner Ahmed Zayat and celebrity trainer Bob Baffert for acting as though the new Polytrack surface at Del Mar was akin to quicksand and, amazingly, selectively slowing only their horses. San Diego State president Stephen Weber and athletic director Jeff Schemmel for allowing the support of the school's football program to go from apathetic to an honest-to-goodness, voted-upon proposal to disband it. (North County Times)
Frankel loads up for turf festival Nov 20, 2007
The Prevue, at seven furlongs for 2-year-olds, is headed by Into Mischief, who was a powerful debut winner Oct. 21 for trainer Richard Mandella at Santa Anita's Oak Tree meeting, and Massive Drama, who won first time out at Monmouth for trainer Bob Baffert on the first of two Breeders' Cup cards Oct. 26. The Hermosa Beach Handicap, a 1o1/2-mile grass race for fillies and mares, also was scheduled for Thursday, but drew only three entrants, according to Martin Panza, Hollywood Park's vice... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Breeders' Cup notes Oct 30, 2007
OCEANPORT, N.J. -- Bob Baffert and Bayou Baffert are training Breeders' Cup horses ... Said Bob Baffert: "It's the strongest hand since I went to Chicago," referring to the 2002 Breeders' Cup at Arlington Park. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Season-ending race day can't escape fatal breakdown Oct 29, 2007
Trainer Bob Baffert won two Breeders' Cup races with horses that might have run at Del Mar this summer except for his reservations about the first-year Polytrack surface that prompted him to ship them to Saratoga. Juvenile Fillies winner Indian Blessing was entered in a race on Pacific Classic day but scratched. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Breeders' Cup victim of venue, weather Oct 29, 2007
The Bill Shoemaker award to the top jockey of Breeders' Cup Day went to Garrett Gomez, who won with Indian Blessing (Juvenile Fillies) and Midnight Lute (Sprint) for trainer Bob Baffert. It was the second Shoemaker for Gomez, who previously won it in 2005 for guiding Stevie Wonderboy (Juvenile) and Artie Schiller (Mile) to victories. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Classic should be just that Oct 28, 2007
It's a fantastic Classic,'' said trainer Bob Baffert, who doesn't have a horse in the race but says he won't leave his box seat when it's run. It will be the best race on the card. (Albany Times Union)
Tiago aiming to shake up the Cup Oct 26, 2007
"Tiago has run well, but he has never run that kind of race like the others have run on their best days," said fellow California trainer Bob Baffert, who doesn't have a horse in this year's Classic. "The other horses have shown brilliance. Those other horses just seem to be fast horses. Tiago looks good, but he is going to have to step it up.". (Albany Times Union)
Gryder and Smokey Stover know their way around Monmouth Oct 26, 2007
CRY AND CATCH ME SCRATCHED: Trainer Bob Baffert scratched Cry and Catch Me on Wednesday from the $2 million Juvenile Fillies after the winner of the Oak Leaf Stakes at Santa Anita spiked a fever. When the temperature hit 102, I pulled the plug, Baffert said. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Options for off-track betting may be limited this weekend Oct 26, 2007
She got sick and when the temperature hit 102, I pulled the plug, trainer Bob Baffert said. Cry and Catch Me had drawn the No. 13 post in a field of 14. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Earnhardt hopes filly is real 'Blessing' Oct 25, 2007
" Indian Blessing, trained by Nogales native Bob Baffert, most likely faces her toughest competition from Set Play and Irish Smoke. All are Grade 1 winners. Earnhardt came close to winning the Kentucky Derby in 1998 with Indian Charlie but settled for third. After his retirement, Indian Charlie did very well at stud. Another of Earnhardt's top sires is El Corredor, the leading sophomore sire in the nation last year. Now, another golden opportunity. This time Earnhardt is just as confident he can... (AZCentral -- Sports)
Male Breeders' Cup Lineups Oct 16, 2007
(7)Midnight Lute - Bob Baffert - Bridgmohan. (8)Smokey Stover - Greg Gilchrist - Aaron Gryder. (Suite101.com)
Mile and Distaff pictures still murky Oct 13, 2007
By week's end, trainer Bob Baffert indicated supplementing was a good possibility. A portion of the money is due upon pre-entry Monday. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Jambalaya Took Arlington Million Oct 7, 2007
Trainer Bob Baffert got back on the map Sept. 29 when his charge Cry and Catch Me dug in for a nose win in the 1-1/16 miles Oak Leaf Stakes at Santa Anita Park. The filly went in 1:42. (Suite101.com)
HK win proves Sacred Kingdom is the real deal Oct 5, 2007
Street Cry, which is owned by Darley, had better luck at Santa Anita, with his daughter Cry and Catch Me taking out the group1 Oak Leaf Stakes for trainer Bob Baffert. The filly was bought into the Baffert stable after a first-up second at Hollywood Park and has won at both starts for her new trainer. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Hard Spun bests Street Sense Sep 30, 2007
Cry and Catch Me hung on to beat Izarra by a nose, giving trainer Bob Baffert his seventh Oak Leaf victory. Cry and Catch Me is headed for the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Awaiting data before Polytrack tweaking Sep 15, 2007
The four Gazelle rivals include 2-1 second choice Lear's Princess and 8-1 Tough Tiz's Sis, the latter trained by Bob Baffert with a victory in the Hollywood Oaks in June at Hollywood Park as the high mark on her r;sum. Hank Wesch: (619) 293-1853. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Woodward Stakes Recap For September 1st, 2007 Sep 4, 2007
When trainer Bob Baffert gave substitute rider Shaun Bridgmohan a leg up on Midnight Lute for Saturdays 28th running of the Grade 1, $250,000 Forego Stakes at Saratoga Race Course, he had but one piece of advice. I told him, if you get away clean, youre going to have a fun ride, Baffert said. (FOX23 News, NY)
Four 2-year-olds to post for Hopeful Sep 4, 2007
It's obvious the horse has talent, and trainer Bob Baffert will see how he handles the big step up in class this afternoon. "It's a good feeling to have a horse like that," Baffert said, "but they are still young horses, and you go one race at a time. Right now, we're just having fun with him."That's what it's all about, trying to get that good horse. (Albany Times Union)
Hopeful lets Baffert dream big Sep 3, 2007
SPRINGS -- You remember Triple Crown trainer Bob Baffert, the California dude with the white hair and the chic designer sunglasses. For a time, he was the man in this sport. (Albany Times Union)
Bridgmohan saves the day Sep 3, 2007
Without his regular rider, Midnight Lute trainer Bob Baffert called on Bridgmohan, who won the Grade I Spinaway here last year with Appealing Zophie. "The clerk of scales told me that if Edgar didn't ride, Bob wanted me to ride," Bridgmohan said. (Albany Times Union)
Lawyer Ron wins Woodward Stakes Sep 2, 2007
Midnight Lute, trained by Bob Baffert, paid $7. 20, $4. (MSNBC -- Sports)
