LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Rick Porter tried to get to the Kentucky Derby in 2005 with Rockport Harbor, but had to abandon ship when the colt's feet failed him. Porter got there last year and came tantalizingly close to winning with Hard Spun, who outran everyone but Street Sense. This year, Porter is back for more, with both caveats and a chance to make history.

:: Derby Watch 4/25/08 (PDF)
:: Eight Belles decision based on draw

Derby Watch Archives

:: Derby Watch 4/25/08 (PDF)
:: Eight Belles decision based on draw

:: Derby Watch 4/18/08 (PDF)
:: Worthy or not, it's hard to say no to Derby

:: Derby Watch 4/11/08 (PDF)
:: Time's running out for Pletcher barn

:: Derby Watch 4/04/08 (PDF)
:: Final preps pose surface dilemma

:: Derby Watch 3/28/08 (PDF)
:: Defeated by the draw?

:: Derby Watch 3/21/08 (PDF)
:: Ritchey sees parallels with War Pass

:: Derby Watch 3/14/08 (PDF)
:: Walsh stands firm with her Georgie Boy

:: Derby Watch 3/7/08 (PDF)
:: Fingers crossed, even with three aces

:: Derby Watch 2/29/08 (PDF)
:: Transition to dirt becomes a worry

:: Derby Watch 2/22/08 (PDF)
:: Pletcher hoping to 'sneak up on them'

:: Derby Watch 2/15/08 (PDF)
:: A stacked hand can often go bust