Derby 2017: 5 Horses To Watch In 143rd Kentucky Derby
The starting gate will once again be full with 20 horses vying to wear the garland of red roses.
The starting gate will once again be full with 20 horses vying to wear the garland of red roses.
From the breathtaking view at a ski station in the French Alps to a horse race that "stops the nation" Down Under to the wackiest golf hole in the Arizona desert — make that the entire planet — sports fans will find the party.
The trainer of Nyquist says the Kentucky Derby winner is sick and won't run in the Belmont Stakes on June 11.
The most probable result for this Saturday's Preakness is a repeat of the Derby and there will be value in playing the top two from the Kentucky Derby in Nyquist and Exaggerator.
The California-based Nyquist added a Kentucky Derby win to his already stellar resume at Churchill Downs on Saturday. Nyquist made it a perfect eight wins from eight career starts and handed his doubters a definitive statement proclaiming himself a potential superstar.
Handicappers will call Nyquist - the favorite in this Saturday's Kentucky Derby - a bad bet because he will offer little value at odds that could go as low as 2-1.
The Stanley Cup is coming to the Kentucky Derby.
This year's favorite to win the Kentucky Derby, Nyquist, has raced seven times at four different tracks from California to Kentucky to Florida and has landed in the winner's circle every time.
Put on your finest, brightly colored outfits and your large hats and make plans to spend time at the Kentucky Derby this spring.
Named for Detroit Red Wings forward Gustav Nyquist, the colt is owned, trained and ridden by the same team that campaigned 2012 Derby and Preakness winner I'll Have Another.
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1978. That year for those who follow horse racing is well known as the last time we saw a horse take home all three legs of the Triple Crown.
American Pharoah raced in third through three-quarters of the race but edged out Firing Line in the home stretch.
The 5-2 favorite was in contention at the top of the stretch Saturday and pulled clear at the finish for his fifth win in six starts.
When betting the Derby, you have to take a stand against colts that some very sharp handicappers will pick to win.
Here's a look at 10 facts you probably weren't aware of before Saturday's running of the 141st Kentucky Derby.
The 2015 class lining up for America's most popular horse race includes a handful of horses with superstar potential.
For the 160,000 people crammed into Churchill Downs on Derby Day, picture-taking can run neck-and-neck with betting and sipping mint juleps amid a winning field of photo opportunities: sleek racehorses, daring fashion statements, celebrities and the twin spires.
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There may be incredible back stories explaining how these strange names came to be, but we're just going to take them at face value.
We here at CBS Local Sports have taken an interest in the names of horses who have won the Preakness Stakes. While most are pretty stately (kudos Knight of Ellerslie, 1884), others are, well, pretty weird. Behold the 11 weirdest names of horses that have won the Preakness...
The key to a financially successful day will be hitting one of the multi-horse wagers: the exacta, trifecta, and superfecta. Even if the favorite California Chrome wins, a few longshots filling in the second through fourth positions could make the return on investment significant.
Orb splashed through the slop to win the Kentucky Derby, giving Hall of Fame trainer Shug McGaughey his first victory in the 3-year-old classic.
In Michigan, many people remain cautiously hopeful about a potential ceasefire in Gaza.
Authorities say traffic was backed up due to another crash when the driver rear-ended a vehicle and struck a semi-truck.
Police are investigating a vehicle crash that killed a 4-year-old boy on Monday on Interstate 75 in Detroit.
United Auto Workers union members at Stellantis' Warren Stamping Plant voted on Monday to authorize a strike over health and safety concerns.
The Ann Arbor Art Fair is the largest juried art fair in the country. Its footprint takes over the city for three days each July.
In Michigan, many people remain cautiously hopeful about a potential ceasefire in Gaza.
A slight and marginal chance of severe weather is possible on Tuesday afternoon and evening in Southeast Michigan.
Vice President Kamala Harris announced $100 million in funding for auto parts manufacturers to prepare their facilities for electric vehicle production.
Authorities say traffic was backed up due to another crash when the driver rear-ended a vehicle and struck a semi-truck.
Police are investigating a vehicle crash that killed a 4-year-old boy on Monday on Interstate 75 in Detroit.
United Auto Workers union members at Stellantis' Warren Stamping Plant voted on Monday to authorize a strike over health and safety concerns.
Members of UAW Local 869 are scheduled to vote on May 6 over safety concerns at the plant.
Technology originally developed for homeland security is now available in Michigan to inspect every inch of your car. Developers say UVeye is like getting an MRI for your vehicle.
A bill introduced to the Michigan Legislature is looking to decrease noise pollution around Metro Detroit, more particularly along Woodward Avenue.
Ford Motor Co.'s first-quarter net income fell 24% from a year ago as the company's combustion engine vehicle unit saw revenue and sales decline.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
Bernard Hill died Sunday at 79. The actor was known for his roles in "Lord of the Rings" and "Titanic."
"Sunday Morning" has an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the country singer's first post-stroke song, "Where That Came From," which blends art with artificial intelligence in a recording that captures Travis' country heart.
We're counting down some of the most iconic Met Gala looks from the best dressed stars, like Rihanna, Bad Bunny, Zendaya and more.
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.
The 82-year-old senator from Vermont announced in a video posted on social media that he will seek a fourth term in the Senate.
Judge Juan Merchan said former President Donald Trump violated his gag order on April 22 when he commented on the political makeup of the jury.
Columbia University said Monday it is canceling its main commencement ceremony after weeks of protests and turmoil on campus.
A church service in North Braddock, Pennsylvania, was upended Sunday when a man pulled a gun on the pastor in the middle of his sermon.
The Texas dairy worker infected by H5N1 "did not disclose the name of their workplace," frustrating investigators.
Actress Halle Berry joined with a group of bipartisan senators on Thursday to announce new legislation to promote menopause research, training and education.
The Washtenaw County Health Department says the bat was found in the 48108 zip code.
In a neighborhood longing for access to nutritious foods, customers and staff couldn't contain their excitement as the doors finally opened Wednesday at the Detroit People's Food Co-Op.
Plaintiffs have three months to vote on whether to approve a proposed legal settlement that would resolve nearly all talc lawsuits.
Detroit will officially debut its uniforms at Comerica Park on Friday against the Houston Astros.
Here are the different ticket options fans can now purchase for the 2024 Rocket Mortgage Classic.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
It was just the 10th Kentucky Derby decided by a nose, and the first since Grindstone wore the garland of red roses in 1996.
Detroit City FC continues their road trip with a matchup against Loudoun United FC this Saturday in Virginia.
The roundtable discusses mobility and the importance of marque events like the 2024 NFL Draft, the Detroit Auto Show and more.
By the time this presidential race is over, Biden, Trump and their entourages may not need Michigan driver's licenses, but they'll know their way around and where the orange barrel construction zones are enough to void them on their way to campaign events.
The Motor City is putting the final touches in place for the 2024 NFL Draft as it rolls into Detroit next week.
Michael Bickers, Regional President of PNC Southeast Michigan/Detroit, and Eric Poe, CEO of CURE Auto Insurance, appeared on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
Businesses across Michigan are feeling optimistic about the future after weathering the historic 100-year health pandemic that impacted every company in one way or another.
In Michigan, many people remain cautiously hopeful about a potential ceasefire in Gaza.
Hamas approved a cease-fire proposal from Egypt and Qatar. Javed Ali, associate professor of practice at the University of Michigan, joined CBS News Detroit to weigh in.
Ann Arbor Art Fair organizers held a preview event for community members on Monday. The event is the largest juried art fair in the country. Its footprint takes over the city for three days each July.
Showers and storms are possible later in the day Tuesday, along with a risk of severe weather. Here's a full breakdown of what we expect.
Detroit police have arrested a suspect in a shooting last week that left two women and two children injured.