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Originally Posted by Bustin Stones
I think about Simplification's effort in the Derby. He was 15th into that pace and passed 9 or 10 horses late. Was this the kind of effort that would effect him 2 weeks later? Then, I compare it to Epicenter's effort. Are we sure Epicenter is ready to put in a big effort so soon? If they each stalk, are we certain that Epicenter can outkick Simplification?
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Not so sure indeed. Simp had a not so good KD (never thought he should have been 35-1 no way) trip from the start, but when a space opened up on the far turn, Ortiz asked and the horse responded. Had a chance but with Rich Strike on the rail and him 5 wide and pushed out even farther in the stretch by another, it became impossible to make up for the early lag-behind.
Ortiz goes to EV and now Johnny V takes over. Not sure if that means Ortiz knows who has the best chance or if it's an under Brown contract scenario. My guess is he had a choice but really don't know. Picking up JV ain't the worst thing in the world regardless. Has a LOT of work to do in here but can move forward and pick up a piece and dare I say, a win. I like him under Epi and EV.
