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Snapshot in Time by Bob Gates

Snapshot in Time by Bob Gates

This is Week #2 of our review of highlights from the late Kenny Hendricks’ career at Assiniboia Downs. On October 8, 1978 Merry’s Jay scored an upset win over heavily favoured Island Fling in the 21st Running of the Gold Cup. It was Hank’s third win in the classic and...

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Manitoba Stallion Profile: Nonios

Manitoba Stallion Profile: Nonios

Manitoba sire Nonios winning at Santa Anita. (Benoit Photo) Manitoba Stallion Profile: Nonios  (Pleasantly Perfect-Stylish Manner by Touch Gold) A Grade 3-winning son of Dubai World Cup (G1) victor Pleasantly Perfect, Nonios offers Manitoba breeders access to a...

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Snapshot In Time by Bob Gates

Snapshot In Time by Bob Gates

By Track Historian Bob Gates This past February 15, Ken “Hank” Hendricks passed away peacefully at the age of 75. Over the next four weeks, we will take a pictorial journey through just a few highlights of his career at Assiniboia Downs. “Hank,” as he liked to be...

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Manitoba Stallion Profile: Speculating

Manitoba Stallion Profile: Speculating

Speculating, a royally-bred Manitoba stallion Manitoba Stallion Profile: Speculating (Medaglia d'Oro-Well Dressed by Notebook) A royally-bred son of leading sire Medaglia d'Oro, Speculating offers Manitoba breeders access to one of North America's most prolific and...

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Manitoba Stallion Profile: Red Knobs

Manitoba Stallion Profile: Red Knobs

Red Knobs wins the 2022 Manitoba Derby (Jason Halstead / Assiniboia photo) Manitoba Stallion Profile: Red Knobs Union Rags-Hokey Okey by Lonhro (AUS) A classic-winning son of leading sire Union Rags, Red Knobs brings versatility, stamina, and a prestigious...

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Snapshot In Time – Sacred Arrow

Snapshot In Time – Sacred Arrow

By Bob Gates Our fourth and final Love Month tribute goes to Sacred Arrow. This chestnut mare raced from 1966 to 1969. She may not be the most well-known competitor, but there's something to appreciate about a June 10, 1967, photo featuring John and June Sifton. We're...

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Manitoba Stallion Profile: Seattle Serenade

Manitoba Stallion Profile: Seattle Serenade

Seattle Serenade offers an elite pedigree to Manitoba/Saskatchewan breeders Manitoba Stallion Profile: Seattle Serenade (Smart Strike-Serenading by A.P. Indy) A stakes-winning son of leading sire Smart Strike, Seattle Serenade combines an elite genetic profile with...

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