Monthly Archives: March 2011

The Factor proved he can win going two turns Saturday, rolling to an impressive victory in the Rebel Stakes at Oaklawn Park. The next question is whether he can win going two turns while being pressured a bit more. If … Continue reading →

The Santa Anita publicity office released an updated report on the condition of paddock guard John Shear this morning. Shear heroically saved a young girl from possible injuries last weekend when a horse broke free from his handler: Santa Anita … Continue reading →

Here’s a press release the Santa Anita publicity department released Sunday on the condition of 90-year-old paddock guard John Shear, who put his own life in jeopardy Saturday in an effort to save a young girl from potential injuries: ARCADIA … Continue reading →

John Shear, a former jockey who recently turned 90 and has been a paddock guard for years at Santa Anita, saved a young girl from potentially serious injuries when he threw himself in front of her to protect her from … Continue reading →

I think Switch is the best filly in America, and she’ll win today’s $300,000 Grade I Santa Margarita Stakes if she gets a clean trip. The Bob Baffert-trained Always a Princess will be on the lead and tough to collar, … Continue reading →