Thursday Morning Notes

Sweeetnorthernsaint - Trainer Michael Trombetta didn’t hesitate when asked why he has decided to redirect Sweetnorthernsaint from the $6-million Dubai World Cup (Gr.1) to the $1-million Godolphin Mile (Gr.2).

“Invasor and Discreet Cat,” Trombetta saidwith a chuckle.

“We are strongly considering it,” he said, adding that he might not make a firm commitment until near the time he would have to put the horse on a plane bound for Dubai on March 20.

This guy gets it. I read this letter to the editor in the Cumberland Times News, and loved it. Darrell W. "Jake" Stahl of Cumberland, Maryland, THANKS! I am always spouting off about Laurel and Pimlico. I often forget that western Maryland has the most to gain if slots legislation passes. Mr. Rickman (owner of Delaware Park) has already committed to building a new track and resort if he receives a gambling licenses.

As expected, Jeremy Rose is pulling away with the jockey title at Laurel. The surprises are the apprentices on the list.