Barbaro had surgery last night

Originally Posted by Suffolk Shippers

From the sounds of it, the Jacksons would have taken these steps even if Barbaro was known to be sterile. It's rare to see in this game sometimes (or any game) where loyalty is aptly rewarded. I tend to believe the Jacksons see Barbaro as their champion, almost like a child, and are just doing anything to help him. Like any parent would do for their own.

Hang in there, Barbaro.

Funny you mention Loyalty because Lael is the gaelic word for loyalty.

They would save their cheap horses if they had a bad injury. 80-90% of people in the business would do the same if they had the money, fortunately they have the money. Most people that own horses get very attached to them. They had another horse named Nice Nelly, one of the last daughters of Seattle Slew suffer a break this year too and she is doing fine.