The NYRA pressed its luck running 10 races yesterday, and paid for it when favored
Military Major became the ninth fatality of the year, pulling up soon after the start with an injury to his left front leg. A splint was applied but the 7-year-old was euthanized after being vanned off.
http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/mo...e_races-2.html
Santa Anita Handicap
Late in the race,
Blue Exit, a 4-year-old who had won four of nine career starts, broke down in the final turn and track officials said the horse had to be euthanized. Rider Robby Albarado was not injured.
http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/...Tx23wD96PJI3G0