OT: Empire Maker died.

[CardX]

He was runner up in the '03 Derby to Funny Cide, and would later win the Belmont. He was also the grandsire to American Pharoah.

 

[beantowncard]

Good night, sweet prince.....

 

[RomanOben]

Whether you are born in this state or live here a little while, the horses should - and eventually do - become a little part of everyone. This was one fine horse. It’s always sad when the legends die.

 

[fredburgcard_rivals157045]

Hard to believe it’s been 17 years since that Derby. Remember it well.