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Originally Posted by miraja2
I'm not sure if this was the exact point Steve was trying to make or not, but it seems that if a horse like Einstein does win three straight G1s on three different surfaces (just to name one example) it seems logical to celebrate that accomplishment as a fairly remarkable one, within the context of the sport today. Instead of always focusing on how a variety of factors have changed the context of the game - and the expectations of individual horses - perhaps it makes some sense to spend a bit more time appreciating (and perhaps celebrating and promoting) those horses whose accomplishment stands out in today's game, even if - again, just for example - we are fully aware that Einstein would have been no match for John Henry on any surface.
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very true. but the thing is with eintein- everyone recognizes him for what he is. no one is on here saying he's the best thing since sliced bread. the over the top hyperbole on some of todays best is what some people have trouble with-rachel being compared to ruffian for example. that she's her equal, or when people say she's the best
since ruffian. she's neither.
but i don't see how, by my saying that, it would offend a new fan, or cause them to leave the sport.