I think Rachel Alexandra is a longshot to go in the Travers and that has more to do with Kensei than anything else. The Travers is the logical spot for him and there's no reason for Jackson/Asmussen to run those two against each other.
The buzz at Monmouth after the Haskell was Woodward, which I think would be a terrific place for her to run. It's uncharted territory and gives her a chance to bring some life to the final weekend of the meet.
A Travers lineup that includes the Birds, Kensei, Warrior's Reward, and Quality Road isn't too shabby. I suppose you can throw the vaunted stakes winner Charitable Man in the mix as well.
NT
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08-05-2009, 08:36 AM
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