The Future: Mine That Bird

Mine That Bird has shown well throughout the Triple Crown series, and his future still looks bright. Co-owners Dr. Leonard Blach and Mark Allen have decided to continue to run Mine That Bird after the Belmont Stakes.

Mine That Bird was purchased by its current co-owners after winning four races in Canada. Blach and Allen paid $400,000 for Mine That Bird. According to Allen, there was no haggling for horse. Everyone knew running the horse could pay off in the future, and Mine That Bird has not failed to live up to his promise.

Bennie Woolley Jr., Mine That Bird's trainer, says that the horse naturally looks for open space. Once Mine That Bird sees the lead, he pushes with what he has left. This year's Kentucky Derby and Preakness are evidence of Mine That Bird's ability to launch into a gear most other horses don't possess.

If you're betting on Mine That Bird today, don't be afraid of a poor initial showing. The last quarter mile will be where Mine That Bird will make his move. A great showing today most likely means more races--and more prize money--in the future.