“Moneyball” enshrined using analytics to help players and teams to succeed. Years earlier, George Rowand used it to put his horses in their best spots.
Most people view claiming races as a necessary evil. George Rowand, on the other hand, used them to launch the careers of two graded stakes horses.
They say lightning doesn’t strike twice. George Rowand thinks that’s good advice for breeders, too.
The stallion was cheap. The mare won $450. How did the combo lead a graded stakes winner? First lesson of breeding: Know your mare. Part 1 of 2.