Monthly Archives: January 2012

HOLY BULL PREVIEW

Posted on January 29, 2012 by

I was only “right” about one of the four races I wrote about yesterday, reminding me that I think I like the full previews I do sometimes more than just the quick hits. With the full write-ups, I feel like … Continue reading →

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Saturday at Gulfstream

Posted on January 27, 2012 by

Business is in the process of picking up. . . Lots of good stuff on both coasts Saturday, and no American Football distractions this week. That means for the first weekend of the year, I’m actually going to do some … Continue reading →

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My Interview With Brad Thomas Parsons, author of BITTERS

Posted on January 24, 2012 by

As I write this interview up, I have a big old Mason jar full of the makings of Apple Bitters hanging out in my pantry. This is Brad Thomas Parsons’ fault. His new book, Bitters: A Spirited History of a … Continue reading →

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LECOMTE STAKES Preview

Posted on January 20, 2012 by

I’m not sure where/when the Triple Crown season truly begins in earnest, but there’s a case to be made for the Lecomte Stakes at the Fair Grounds. We’re about 100 days out from the big race now so I guess … Continue reading →

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SATURDAY AT THE BIG A

Posted on January 14, 2012 by

I’m not going to lie to you. My main sports interest today is the NFL, not horse racing. But since NFL gambling isn’t legal in New York, and I want to get back in the habit of writing something every … Continue reading →

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SATURDAY: You’re My Hierro

Posted on January 7, 2012 by

Before 9am this morning, I managed to unravel one of THE major Rolling Stones mysteries. . .who REALLY played at that first gig? To get the answer, you’ll have to BUY THE BOOK in a few months’ time, but I … Continue reading →

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Hello 2012, It’s Nice to Meet You

Posted on January 4, 2012 by

First off, sorry everybody for bailing on you like that. Won’t happen again. I kept thinking that this December would be different, and that I’d be motivated to preview some races at Gulfstream, or do something for SANTA opening day, … Continue reading →

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