Article: Ghost of Barbaro Looms over Derby Week

Article: Rep. Davis Introduces Resolution Honoring Kentucky Derby Winner
US Fed News Service, Including US State News;  February 28, 2007 ;     462 words ......the contributions of Barbaro to the Commonwealths...the contributions of Barbaro to the Commonwealths...horseracing industry. Whereas Barbaro, the 2006 Kentucky Derby winner, is recognized...world-class athlete; Whereas Barbaro's owners, Roy and Gretchen...their skill in harnessing ...

Article: Kentucky Derby champion Barbaro euthanized.
Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia, PA);  January 29, 2007 ;     700+ words ......victory in the 132nd Kentucky Derby in front of 157...Churchill Downs, Barbaro was euthanized...As it stands, Barbaro and another locally...trained horse, 2004 Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner...only undefeated Kentucky Derby winners since Seattle Slew in 1977. ...

Article: 132nd KENTUCKY DERBY: Barbaro coasts; Jockey Prado rides colt to victory
Naperville Sun, The (IL);  May 7, 2006 ;     700+ words ......Edgar Prado aboard Barbaro races across the finish...line to win the 132nd Kentucky Derby on Saturday in Louisville...saddling the heaven-sent Barbaro to a smashing victory in the 132nd Kentucky Derby. A Churchill Downs...Ridden by Edgar Prado, Barbaro ($14.20) won the ...

Article: DYNA MIGHT; Pedigree analysis Dynaformer has a live Kentucky Derby hope.(Sports)
The Racing Post (London, England);  April 4, 2006 ;     700+ words ......MORRIS THE route to the Kentucky Derby tends to be demanding...the perceived wisdom, Barbaro's trainer Michael Matz...an exceptional case. Barbaro made his debut last October...wasn't. On February 4 Barbaro made his debut on dirt...length. On Saturday, Barbaro had his first start ...

Article: Kentucky Derby Winner Barbaro Loses Long Struggle After Injury
The Washington Post;  January 30, 2007 ;     700+ words ......not tolerate was to see Barbaro in pain. On Monday morning...their gravely injured Kentucky Derby winner would not lie...of tranquilizer into Barbaro's veins as well as an...that began May 20 when Barbaro shattered his right hind...down immediately. But Barbaro was special, and he ...

Article: Barbaro romps to Kentucky Derby win
Tribune-Review/Pittsburgh Tribune-Review;  May 7, 2006 ;     611 words ...LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- The deepest Kentucky Derby in recent memory turned...after Roberto Clemente. Barbaro, an undefeated bay colt...What can I say," said Barbaro trainer Michael Matz...They know what he did." Barbaro's paternal "grandfather...s 132- year history, Barbaro disposed of a ...

Article: Derby week will be tribute to Barbaro's legend; The 2006 Kentucky Derby winner died in January after battling injuries suffered in the Preakness, but his legacy grows on.(SPORTS)(Rachel Blount)
Star Tribune (Minneapolis, MN);  May 1, 2007 ;     700+ words ......days to go until the 133rd Kentucky Derby, no 3-year-old thoroughbred...shadow of one for the ages: Barbaro, whose presence during Derby...part by the lust to win the Kentucky Derby. His unsuccessful fight for...goals with greater vigor. Barbaro's influence on the Derby began...

Article: Barbaro Overpowers Big Kentucky Derby Field
NPR Weekend Edition - Sunday;  May 7, 2006 ;     159 words ......NPR) 05-07-2006 Barbaro Overpowers Big Kentucky Derby Field Host: LIANE...running of the Kentucky Derby yesterday, the three-year-old Colt Barbaro took command to...they come in the Kentucky Derby. And Barbaro is running away...

Article: Horse Racing: BLOODSTOCK DESK - So talented, but there are major questions about Brother Derek; Rachel Pagones assesses the pedigree merits of the Kentucky Derby contenders.(Sports)
The Racing Post (London, England);  May 4, 2006 ;     700+ words ......and Nancy Sexton THE Kentucky Derby is as quintessential...probable starters for the Kentucky Derby are not dominated by...in the betting. The Kentucky Derby runners are by a diverse...when assessing the Kentucky Derby contenders - as opposed...hard-charging closer like ...

Article: Barbaro's battle transcends sports: 2006 Kentucky Derby champion captivated nation during 8-month fight for his life.
Chicago Tribune (Chicago, IL);  January 30, 2007 ;     700+ words ......captivated America. Last May, Barbaro won an exhilarating victory in the Kentucky Derby that made people believe...try to save his life, Barbaro won the hearts of Americans...mid-December it appeared Barbaro could soon be moved...the racing legacy that Barbaro left when he ...

Article: Barbaro's main competition is from Kentucky Derby horses.
Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia, PA);  May 15, 2006 ;     423 words ......two horses expected to give Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro the best race have been signed...They are the only three Kentucky Derby horses ticketed for the Preakness...come off a two-week layoff, Barbaro's trainer, Michael Matz...After some morning rain, Barbaro galloped Monday ...

Article: Barbaro takes center stage The Kentucky Derby champion is set for his next test.
Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia, PA);  May 20, 2006 ;     700+ words ......Jensen May 20--BALTIMORE -- Barbaro left his stall at the Fair...a passing rain shower, Barbaro was loaded on a horse van...the star, the undefeated Kentucky Derby winner and even-money...stood waiting his arrival. Barbaro took it all in, checking...the traditional spot for Kentucky ...

Article: Bull's-Eye on Barbaro; Kentucky Derby Winner Could Be Target of Various Tactics
The Washington Post;  May 20, 2006 ;     700+ words ......ninth, Edgar Prado, who rides Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro. "In the Derby, it was wide...do just that: In the 1933 Kentucky Derby, jockeys Don Meade on Brokers...Pleasure hounded front-running Kentucky Derby winner Bold Forbes into defeat...

Article: 133rd Kentucky Derby
Getty Images;  May 5, 2007 ;     55 words ......Squire Getty Images 05-05-2007 133rd Kentucky Derby Full Size JPG (941 KB) LOUISVILLE...goer wears a hat with a picture of Barbaro, 2006 Kentucky Derby winner, on it during the 133rd Kentucky Derby on May 5, 2007 at Churchill Downs...