Blogs about: Claire Novak
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Rave Reviews? – Animal Kingdom
Back in 2009, I put together a highlight reel of quotes and prognostications about Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird leading up to his upset victory at odds of 50-1. Needless to say, it wasn’… more →
The Michigan-Bred Claimer
wrote 1 month ago: liminalzone: #Therapy doesn’t go well #it gets awkward when the doctor realizes that when Claire say … more →
this is for you
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wrote 4 months ago: a wee fic about claire novak, inspired by photo above. the first set you make from the guts of one o … more →
Bodemeister off to Kentucky for Full Evaluation!
wrote 9 months ago: Bodemeister, winning the GI Arkansas Derby this year! If you’ve pondering the where about … more →
Rave Reviews? - Animal Kingdom
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wrote 2 years ago: Back in 2009, I put together a highlight reel of quotes and prognostications about Kentucky Derby wi … more →
The case for small tracks: A Top Ten
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wrote 2 years ago: Small tracks are not the reason for horse racing's current situation. Shutting them down would … more →
Making the most of 2010: A look back on the year
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wrote 2 years ago: The days leading up to New Year’s Eve offer a time for reflection on the year gone by. For mos … more →
Breeders' Cup Mercenary Song - Part 3: The Aftermath
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wrote 2 years ago: Saturday's race may be the moment history will remember, but the day after is when the real mag … more →
Guest interview on Youbet On-Track
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wrote 2 years ago: At about 3:45 p.m. Saturday afternoon, I got a message from superstar freelancer Claire Novak asking … more →
Podcast Round 2
wrote 2 years ago: Yesterday I had the pleasure of being back on the YouBet Blogtalk Radio Show, “On-Track, … more →
TV and Radio Shows in the Spa
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wrote 2 years ago: The last couple of days have been very busy ones, but also very exciting. There’s a lot to wri … more →
A couple reminders and one happy birthday wish
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wrote 2 years ago: Well I have arrived in Saratoga for another episode of “Saratoga: The Manley Family Edition. … more →
Arlington Park raises the bar
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wrote 2 years ago: Arlington Park rightfully earns its reputation as one of America's best venues for fans and han … more →
The Haiku Handicapper: 2010 Kentucky Derby
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wrote 3 years ago: Thank you, Mario But all the haikus are in Another castle Click on the haiku above to see my Kentuck … more →
Rolling in the Bluegrass - Part 1: The Races
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wrote 3 years ago: Keeneland Race Course's high-class, yet accessible, atmosphere and enthusiasm for the sport of … more →
Behind the scenes
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wrote 3 years ago: From: NTRA Blogs by Claire Novak Covering the horse racing industry is a multi-faceted profession. W … more →
Michigan Notebook: March 8, 2010
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wrote 3 years ago: Michigan-based jockey T.D. Houghton has not been allowed to ride at several tracks since his involve … more →
The Haiku Handicapper: 2009 Breeders' Cup Classic & Sprint
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wrote 3 years ago: Classic Guest for Claire Novak Click the link to check them out Once you’re done below Sprint … more →
The Haiku Handicapper: The 2009 Kentucky Derby
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wrote 4 years ago: The ol’ bait and switch They’re at NTRA’s site Thanks to Claire Novak But seriousl … more →
The Haiku Handicapper: Blue Grass Stakes Recap
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wrote 4 years ago: Ex-claimer’s legit Top two finishers looked strong Derby plot thickens If you haven’t al … more →
