Rider Killed

[CryingForTheHorses]

On the home page you will see a story about a backstretch worker killed this morn at Tampa Bay Downs,I do know the name of this person but with respect to the family I wont name. He was a friend of yesterday to me and was a great person..RIP

[PaceAdvantage]

I'm awfully sorry to hear this...my condolences to you...

[Steve 'StatMan']

So sorry Tom, and to all who knew and cared about him.

[bisket]

i'm in a hazardous line of work, and can relate with the danger that one feels on a daily basis. when things like this happen its especially tough on others that do the same thing. although in racing it especially saddens me that the people who risk their lives have no health care or life insurance to leave for their loved ones. i feel for his family and loved ones, and pray for their well being going forward.

[tzipi]

I'm Sorry, very sad to hear. Very dangerous job back there speaking from experience.

[Grits]

I read this earlier. I am very sorry for this rider, and for those who loved and cared about him.

[jognlope]

My condolences to you on the loss of your dear friend.

[FenceBored]

My condolences to his family and friends.

[BUD]

My Heart weeps for the family & Friends

1 time Per Year each venue should have a Back stretch Worker Day-A Day where they get the due recognition they deserve

[Tampa Russ]

So sorry to hear about the loss of your friend.

[lamboguy]

this was a terrible loss, the horse flipped and there was nothing that could be done.


all the white light going to the family of this very fine man

[boomman]

Over my long career in racing I unfortunately have witnessed some terrible accidents which have resulted in serious injury or death to riders, horses and (as in this case) backstretch workers. My deepest condolences to you Tom in the death of your friend and my condolences go out to his family. May he rest in peace............

Boomer

[Trotman]

Sorry to hear about this Tom. I for one having shattered my pelvis after a 2yr old got spooked during a workout many years ago, it can happen so suddenly.I barely can walk and all in pain. My prayers to the family.

[Tom]

Sorry for your loss, Tom.

[Donnie]

Very sad to hear. Sorry about your loss, Tom.

[Robert Goren]

I too am very sorry for your loss.

[Marshall Bennett]

Very sad indeed . I'm so very sorry .

[eastie]

sorry for your loss, good vibes to his family and friends

[onefast99]

Tom, our heart felt sympathy goes out to this horseman. May he rest in peace.

[CryingForTheHorses]

This mans name was Teddy Shields,A former canadian jockey who rode in Toronto and also out in western Canada..He was married/divorced to a wonderful girl named Linda..Teddy has been here working the backsides of Hialeah,Calder and Tampa for many years..He was a very colorful fellow and would give you the shirt off his back.. He was 60 yos old..God Bless you Teddy...RIP

[barshoe]

My condolences to his family and friends.

[skate]

Sad, i'm sorry to hear about your loss.

[WinterTriangle]

My prayers go out to this dedicated man, and my condolences to his family and friends. We appreicate so much the people who work backside because we know the danger that comes with working with magnificent, albeit unpredictable, equines.

[Brogan]

This mans name was Teddy Shields,A former canadian jockey who rode in Toronto and also out in western Canada..He was married/divorced to a wonderful girl named Linda..Teddy has been here working the backsides of Hialeah,Calder and Tampa for many years..He was a very colorful fellow and would give you the shirt off his back.. He was 60 yos old..God Bless you Teddy...RIP
Is this the same Teddy that also worked summers at Monmouth Park? Worked for Dave Vance a few years ago? Freelanced this summer until he broke his collarbone? His safety vest had a Canadian maple leaf on it???

[Horseplayersbet.com]

Didn't Teddy Shields have a contract with Conn Smythe's stable at one time, or was he with Carl Chapman?

[joanied]

This mans name was Teddy Shields,A former canadian jockey who rode in Toronto and also out in western Canada..He was married/divorced to a wonderful girl named Linda..Teddy has been here working the backsides of Hialeah,Calder and Tampa for many years..He was a very colorful fellow and would give you the shirt off his back.. He was 60 yos old..God Bless you Teddy...RIP

Tom,

I am very sad for you and for the family of Teddy Shields. I haven't had a computer for several days, and just now found out about this.
I hope everyone that can, will donate some money for the Shields family to help carry them through this very tough time.
This just tears my heart out.
Hang in there, Tom.

Teddy Shields, R.I.P, may God bless your soul.