BH Monday: Smith Calls Rodriguez Legit Derby Contender

Join hosts Louie Rabaut and Sean Collins for the 12th episode of BloodHorse Monday, your weekly dose of Thoroughbred racing analysis and insights! In this action-packed installment: Jockey Mike Smith joins us to discuss Wood Memorial (G2) winner Rodriguez and his Kentucky Derby (G1) memories. The Hall of Famer has won the Run for the Roses twice before with Giacomo in 2005 and Triple Crown winner Justify in 2018. Rabaut and Collins discuss several of the Derby contenders stabled at Churchill Downs and react to comments from trainers Brendan Walsh (East Avenue), Bill Mott (Sovereignty), Brad Cox (Final Gambit), Whit Beckman (Flying Mohawk), and Steve Asmussen (Tiztastic, Publisher). BloodHorse editorial director Frank Angst joins to preview the May edition of BloodHorse Magazine and recap the Ocala Breeders' Sales Company's Spring Sale of 2-Year-Olds in Training. Rabaut and Collins discuss how the Preakness Stakes (G1) field is shaping up. With the Kentucky Derby right around the corner, you won't want to miss this informative episode! Tune in now for expert analysis, special guests, and all the racing news you need to know. The podcast is available on BloodHorse's YouTube channel and BloodHorse.com, as well as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart, ESPN Louisville+, and espnlouisville.com. The show also airs in Louisville on ESPN 680/105.7, as well as other stations throughout the country.