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Medina Spirit Derby positive Horse Racing
From: Amy (1pony)
Apr-3
Why did they record calls?
Kentucky regulators recorded calls without consent with Baffert after Medina Spirit test
KHRC taped phone calls with trainer Bob Baffert after he learned of Medina Spirit's positive test. Transcripts show Baffert's reaction.
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Apr-3
I wonder if they’ll accept the assistants for those horses? CDI stated no one associated with Baffert can work with the horses?
From: Amy (1pony)
Apr-3
None of Bob’s assistants can take on the horses as the trainer. But they can stay on and help the new trainer.
When they race they will race under Sean McCarthy not Jimmy Barnes, this is acceptable.
From: Amy (1pony)
Apr-4
Duh!! He can’t run horses anywhere in the US, and since he can’t get onto any track in CA to train, essentially he is done for the 90 days.
Why NY decided to make this announcement is beyond me!
From: cigarello
Apr-4
I hope Baffert takes a nice vacation and relaxes to clear his mind and spend time with his family. He should also consider making sure when he returns he has the right people working for him to make sure there are no issues when he returns. For me, the Derby will not be the same without him. I know trainers who run against him are silently thrilled he won't be running his horses. I really think the punishment against him does not fit the crime.
From: Amy (1pony)
Apr-4
I am sure depending on what happens in July, or early next year this suit will be restarted.
Baffert Files to Withdraw Legal Action Against CDI
With Baffert's suspension started April 4, the need for immediate legal action to preserve any opportunity to participate in this year's Kentucky Derby (G1) "evaporated." The motion seeks the opportunity to refile any legal action later.
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