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Saskatchewan Stallion Profile: Kurilov

Saskatchewan Stallion Profile: Kurilov

Kurilov was a standout performer in both Chile and North America Saskatchewan Stallion Profile: Kurilov (CHI) (Lookin At Lucky-Kossanova by Fly So Free) A Grade 1-winning son of champion Lookin At Lucky, Kurilov brings international class and proven versatility to...

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Saskatchewan Stallion Profile: Edison

Saskatchewan Stallion Profile: Edison

Edison breaks his maiden at Gulfstream Park for trainer Todd Pletcher.  Saskatchewan Stallion Profile: Edison (Bernardini-Heart of Grace by Exploit) Edison brings elite bloodlines, versatility, and proven performance to the Manitoba/Saskatchewan breeding ranks. By one...

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Super Bowl Recap by Travy Football

Super Bowl Recap by Travy Football

Eagles Defeat Chiefs 40-22 Well, that was unexpected. I don't know what made anti-Chiefs fans happier—watching Kansas City get annihilated from the start or the viral shot of a very sad-looking Taylor Swift in the private box. Either way, they probably slept very well...

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Manitoba Stallion Profile: Vengeful Wildcat

Manitoba Stallion Profile: Vengeful Wildcat

Vengeful Wildcat (inside) just misses in a tight photo in the 2011 Bayshore Stakes (G3) at Aqueduct. (Rick Samuels photo) Manitoba Stallion Profile: Vengeful Wildcat (Vindication-Wild Snitch by Forest Wildcat) A multiple stakes-winning sprinter with elite speed and a...

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Manitoba Stallion Profile: Keepcalmncruiseon

Manitoba Stallion Profile: Keepcalmncruiseon

Keepcalmncruiseon (Catalina Cruiser-Whichwaydidshego by Storm Cat) winning at Assiniboia Downs in 2024. (Jason Halstead / Assiniboia Photo) Manitoba Stallion Profile: Keepcalmncruiseon(Catalina Cruiser-Whichwaydidshego by Storm Cat) By G.S. Thompson Lightly raced but...

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Manitoba Stallion Profile: Kentucky Bear

Manitoba Stallion Profile: Kentucky Bear

Kentucky Bear (Mr. Greeley-Tate by Afleet) By G.S. Thompson A Grade 1-placed son of successful sire Mr. Greeley, Kentucky Bear brings both pedigree power and proven sire success to Manitoba, where he continues to make a significant impact on the local breeding...

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Scott Anderson Romps in Player’s Choice

Scott Anderson Romps in Player’s Choice

Scott Anderson Romps in Player's ChoiceHBPA President and longtime owner has been playing horses for three decades By G.S. Thompson Third-generation horseplayer and Manitoba HBPA president Scott Anderson won the Player's Choice Handicapping Tournament last Saturday by...

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Manitoba/Saskatchewan Thoroughbred Sires Update

Manitoba/Saskatchewan Thoroughbred Sires Update

New Manitoba sire Following Sea wins the 2021 Vosburgh Stakes at Aqueduct. By GS Thompson There are 16 stallions that could participate in the CTHS Manitoba Breeders' program, which features lucrative bonuses for stallions, breeders and Manitoba-bred runners. Stallion...

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Manitoba/Saskatchewan Sires for 2025

Manitoba/Saskatchewan Sires for 2025

Manitoba sire Nonios winning at Santa Anita. Sire of stakes winners Mechanic Susie, Mr. Splash, and Betterlucknexttime in 2024. (Benoit Photo) By G.S. Tompson According to CTHS Manitoba, breeders in Manitoba and Saskatchewan could have up to 16 local sires and seven...

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