I realize your discussion is tangental, and interesting, but in the specific case of Becky's Flute, I am pretty sure the Chief knows as well as most what she's worth, and he appears to be willing to lose her for a quarter. That's enough for me in this situation.

Absolutely, no doubt. More than enough for me as well.

It's the stereotypical game of mental you-know-what. In this case, I wouldn't even waste my time. Not mentioned as well, she might not be "sound" reproductive-wise. A complete pass.

Eric

As far as NY bred plays go, if you have the right mare, not any mare, then Andromedas Hero for $6k; you could do worse.

Pork Chop second after bobbling at the start.. Goes unclaimed..!

http://www.drf.com/drfPDFChartRacesI...=20071121&RN=3

Second and beaten eight lengths!

Golden Missile's boy inhaled the field. GM does well with 5 gen outcrosses I've noticed.