Graded stakes winners Angel of Empire and Rocket Can join the Derby Dozen lineup.

Byron King’s Top 12 on the Road to the Kentucky Derby, presented by Spendthrift Farm.

Tom Pedulla is interviewing prominent owners, trainers, and jockeys as they travel the Road to the 149th Kentucky Derby (G1) May 6 at Churchill Downs and today he sits down with Albaugh Family Stables’ racing manager Jason Loutsch.

Assistant trainer Jimmy Barnes talks about the Saudi Cup prospects for Country Grammer and Taiba. Courtesy Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia

Hear the story of renowned artist Jaime Corum, a Kentucky native who painted the 50 foot tall Secretariat mural in downtown Paris, KY. Visit shop.bloodhorse.com to order the March magazine with Julie June Stewart’s complete feature on Jaime Corum.

Maiden Watch: Feb. 13-Feb. 19

Top sprinter Dr. Schivel, sidelined since the 2022 Dubai Golden Shaheen (G1) last March, had his second work on the comeback trail Feb. 20 for trainer Mark Glatt.

It’s payday for Thoroughbred breeders in Kentucky. The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission announced Feb. 20, the release of the 2022 Kentucky Thoroughbred Breeders’ Incentive Funds, totaling $17.4 million.

Graeme McCulloch’s persistence and his son Bart’s innovation and willingness to think outside the square paid off at the Magic Millions Tasmanian Yearling Sale, with the family’s Grenville Stud selling the top four Lots.

Top sprinter Dr. Schivel, sidelined since the 2022 Dubai Golden Shaheen (G1) last March, had his second work on the comeback trail Feb. 20 for trainer Mark Glatt.