Chicago Shady Dealer

Retired Kentucky Derby Runner-Ups: Where are they now?

By Adam Lowinger
May 13, 2016

  1. Bluegrass cat (2006) – Fallen out of use and relevance in recent years. An appointment scheduled for Glue factory.

  2. Hard Spun (2007) – Used his fame and winnings to establish a solid life and loving family. However, a single tear can be seen in his eye as he looks back on the glory days.

  3. Pioneer of the Nile (2009) – Keeping in touch with key insiders in the industry allowed him to become a successful horserace commentator and analyst for FOX sports.

  4. Ice Box (2010) – enrolled in UCchicago for class of 2020. Sources say he is considering going pre-med.

  5. Bodemeister (2012) – still young enough to get his way with the mares. He makes his way into breeding facilities across the country.