Benny the Bull retired after injury

Cannon Shell · #1 08-27-2008, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by ateamstupid

Fine, there's a Reraise lurking out there somewhere in this horrendous division. I think there's very little chance anyone else wins the Eclipse, but even if it happens, that wasn't my main point. My point was that I can see why IEAH wouldn't feel the need to bring this horse back at six.

Do you really think that his age is a big factor in the decision? Maybe I am being cynical but there is no reason to believe that the chip wasnt going to be a major problem in the future and if he was 4 i'm sure the same decision would have been made. The truth is he will be soon forgotten.

ateamstupid · #2 08-27-2008, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Cannon Shell

Do you really think that his age is a big factor in the decision? Maybe I am being cynical but there is no reason to believe that the chip wasnt going to be a major problem in the future and if he was 4 i'm sure the same decision would have been made. The truth is he will be soon forgotten.

No, I think the most important factor is that his value, as low as you or I think that is, won't get any higher with another year in training and can only drop.

Cannon Shell · #3 08-27-2008, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by ateamstupid

No, I think the most important factor is that his value, as low as you or I think that is, won't get any higher with another year in training and can only drop.

It wont matter because he is already coming into a really tough market for stallions. I really dont think he is worth much more as a stud as he could win on the track.

Danzig · #4 08-27-2008, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Cannon Shell

It wont matter because he is already coming into a really tough market for stallions. I really dont think he is worth much more as a stud as he could win on the track.

i don't either, which was my point about bringing him back. he isn't needed in the barn, and could be more productive on the track. i just think this is a perfect example of breeding overtaking the racing part of the sport. what possible need could there be for this horse to cover mares?