Stallion Profiles: Vindgari, Absolutely Stylish, Hay Listen Up

Saskatchewan sire Vindgari is a half brother to Grade 1 stakes winner Geri, shown here winning the 1997 Woodbine Mile. (Michael Burns photo)

by G. S. Thompson

We complete our analysis of Manitoba/Saskatchewan stallions this week with our final three sires: Vindgari, Absolutely Stylish, and Hay Listen up. Local breeders now have access to 16 high quality stallions, all with something to offer. The local thoroughbred breeding industry continues to grow at a tremendous rate, thanks to continued investments by owners and breeders, and CTHS Manitoba reports that up to 50 new foals are expected this year. Love is in the air!

Saskatchewan Stallion Profile: Vindgari (Vindication-Garimpeiro by Mr. Prospector)

A son of Breeders’ Cup Juvenile winner and champion Vindication, Vindgari offers breeders access to an impressive pedigree that combines classic performance with commercial appeal.

Vindgari won five times and earned $114,135. Local fans will remember him for his classy efforts and second place finishes in the Gold Cup, Free Press and Wheat City Stakes at Assiniboia Downs. By champion Vindication, a son of Seattle Slew, Vindgari represents a sire line known for speed, precocity, and classic ability. Vindication’s offspring earned over $24 million and included graded stakes winners Free Judgement, Broadway’s Alibi, and Dust and Diamonds.

Vindgari is out of Garimpeiro, a daughter of the legendary sire Mr. Prospector. This female family has produced multiple Grade 1 winners, and Vindgari is a half-brother to Oaklawn Park Handicap (G1) and $1.7 million earner Geri, Clark Handicap (G2) winner and millionaire A.P. Arrow, and stakes winners Clure and Almonsoon. The latter mare is also a stakes producer and this powerful female line traces back to Far Flying, a multiple graded stakes performer and producer and a half-sister to champion 3-year-old filly Sacahuista.

Vindgari has sired 19 foals of racing age, 13 starters, and five winners including 12-time local winner Not Afraid. Vindgari offers breeders a combination of an outstanding pedigree, proven race record, and the ability to sire consistent regional performers, making him a valuable option for breeders looking to produce competitive runners.

For breeding inquiries and bookings to Vindgari, please contact Rose Backlund at (306) 567-8566.

Saskatchewan Stallion Profile: Absolutely Stylish (Uncle Mo-Circumstance by Vindication)

A son of champion and influential sire Uncle Mo, Absolutely Stylish offers breeders access to one of North America’s most commercial bloodlines combined with a proven race record.

Absolutely Stylish won five times, and his victories included the S.W. Randall Plate Handicap at Hastings Park. By phenomenal sire and champion Uncle Mo, winner of the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile (G1), Absolutely Stylish represents one of today’s most commercially relevant sire lines. Uncle Mo has established himself among North America’s elite stallions with 109 stakes winners including Kentucky Derby (G1) winning champion Nyquist, Breeders’ Cup winners Golden Pal and Adare Manor, and champions in multiple countries.

On his dam’s side, Absolutely Stylish is out of Circumstance, a daughter of Breeders’ Cup Juvenile winner and successful sire Vindication. His second dam Scapegoat, by Forty Niner, is a half-sister to Breeders’ Futurity (G2) winner Highland Park and stakes winner All About Style. This is the same female family that produced graded stakes winners Dark Nile, Lou Brissie and Thatlookonyerface.

Absolutely Stylish is just getting started on his breeding career with four foals of racing age to date. His dam has produced six winners from seven to race, including stakes-placed Al Heybay and $264,335 earner Hoffenheim, suggesting his ability to pass on precocity and racing talent.

Absolutely Stylish offers Manitoba breeders access to the highly commercial Uncle Mo sire line and gives breeders an exceptional opportunity to tap into one of the most successful bloodlines in North America.

For breeding inquiries and bookings to Absolutely Stylish, please contact Ryan Preece at (306) 240-7769.

Manitoba Stallion Profile: Hay Listen Up (Haynesfield-You’renotlistening by Kennedy Road)

A well-bred son of Grade 1 winner Haynesfield, Hay Listen Up offers Manitoba breeders access to a compelling combination of speed, stamina, and exceptional female family influences.

A winner on the track, Hay Listen Up is by Jockey Club Gold Cup (G1) winner Haynesfield, and represents a sire line known for producing versatile, competitive runners. Haynesfield has established himself as a successful sire with 10 stakes winners from 10 crops, including Grade 3 winner Hay Dakota, as well as multiple stakes winners Realm, No Hayne No Gayne, and My Sister Madi. His progeny have earned over $16.5 million, demonstrating both quality and consistency.

On his dam’s side, Hay Listen Up comes from an exceptional female family. His dam, You’renotlistening, won the Interborough Handicap (G3) and earned $372,000. She has produced multiple stakes horses, including stakes winner Your Bluffing ($542,031) and the multiple graded stakes-placed Nacho Friend ($398,406). His female family is filled with black type, including Hopeful Stakes (G1) winner Currency Swap, Buffalo Trace Franklin County Stakes (G3) winner Chanteline, and Los Angeles Handicap (G3) winner Black Jack Road.

This rich pedigree combines influences from champion sires Speightstown and Gone West on his sire’s side with the proven production record of You’renotlistening on his dam’s side, creating a balanced genetic profile that should appeal to a wide range of mares. Hay Listen Up’s strong pedigree and exceptional female family offer breeders access to bloodlines that have consistently produced quality runners at all levels of competition.

For breeding inquiries and bookings to Hay Listen Up, please contact Trevor Goulet at (204) 437-2349.