Lawyer Ron Goes to Pletcher..

[SniperSB23]

Originally Posted by Thoroughbred Fan

I'll state a few obvious truths in this story.

1. Lawyer Ron was purchased for a seven figure sum.
2. The new owner has the right to do whatever he wishes with his horse.
3. Holthus has done nothing wrong.
4. Holthus has earned good money and likely a share in LR when he retires to stud.
5. Pletcher is guilty of nothing but hiring great assistants and running a tight ship.

I agree with everything but 2. We don't know that there wasn't an agreement when they purchased the horse that they would retain Holthus as trainer throughout LR's career. If there was that agreement then they'd better have a pretty darn good reason for switching trainers.

[Danzig]

Originally Posted by SniperSB23

I agree with everything but 2. We don't know that there wasn't an agreement when they purchased the horse that they would retain Holthus as trainer throughout LR's career. If there was that agreement then they'd better have a pretty darn good reason for switching trainers.

judging by what holthus said, there was no agreement. he said he actually expected to lose the horse when the deal was first made by stonewall.

Originally Posted by Danzig188

judging by what holthus said, there was no agreement. he said he actually expected to lose the horse when the deal was first made by stonewall.

I'm sure Holthus is quite pleased with he money he made with the horse, and I would bet he doesnt get angry at all. Its standard for the trainer to receive a commission on a sale. Many cases its 5%. Trust me, if Holthus got taken care of on the sale, hes a very happy and prosperous guy.

[smartyalex]

Originally Posted by SniperSB23

I agree with everything but 2. We don't know that there wasn't an agreement when they purchased the horse that they would retain Holthus as trainer throughout LR's career. If there was that agreement then they'd better have a pretty darn good reason for switching trainers.

Reasons don't mean s*** when this was added in the contract. Very nice point Snipe