Zenyatta, Einstein, Mine That Bird and more Prepare for Breeders' Cup 2009

Santa Anita's track closed for training at 7:30 this morning, but there were plenty of Breeders' Cup horses out, some for a last morning jaunt before the big races this afternoon. Among those I spotted were Zenyatta and Einstein, who will face each other in the Classic tomorrow, and Aspire, who also runs tomorrow in the Breeders' Cup Juvenile.

Aspire on the track at Santa Anita, 11-2-09

Zap! of the Week: 2009 Breeders' Cup Contenders

Larry Zap provides a look at some of the key players participating in Breeders' Cup 2009 at Santa Anita. All very nicely narrated by Zap. Also includes some very cool cameos by track announcer Frank Mirahmadi and Mine That Bird's connections. Enjoy!

Goldikova and Trainer Freddie Head at Santa Anita

Goldikova (IRE) made an appearance on the track at Santa Anita Thursday morning for French trainer Freddie Head. She is the defending champ and my top pick for Saturday's $2 million Breeders' Cup Mile.