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Old 04-07-2008, 02:59 PM
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Either way, a Jones-trained filly is in a top spot on the list.. Would be very surprised by Eight Belles though. It's Proud Spell who is the appropriate Derby filly. Will have Larry Jones on ATR today or tomorrow to clarify, but I bet he won't commit to anything until Derby-Oaks Week.

Story on ESPN says Eight Belles is headed for the Oaks.
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Story on ESPN says Eight Belles is headed for the Oaks.
she should, her last few races were vs small groups, her going against 20 in the derby would be a disaster in my opinion, and she'd be overbet. I think proud spell is the one, battle tested, she could fire big vs the boys.
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Story on ESPN says Eight Belles is headed for the Oaks.
Let's hope so!
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Actually, the story on Bloodhorse quotes Rick Porter as saying they are keeping their options open...
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