The chartwriter’s cold, terse note for J C’s Lovin’ Life in the 9th at Parx yesterday: “J C’s Lovin’ Life suffered a catastrophic injury to her left front on the turn, was eased and subsequently euthanized.” And that’s that, next horse up. J C’s Lovin’ Life – a horrible name, but aren’t they all – was four, and this was her 9th time under the whip. Complicit in her kill: Blackstone Farm, Philip Rubin Stable, Michael Pino, Mychel Sanchez.
Although the replay didn’t capture it, the ethically-challenged track announcer was able to squeeze in “there was a spill at the back” before calling the exciting finish. While that was it for commentary on J C’s, she did make sure to note that “Mychel Sanchez [is] up and on his feet.” Thank heavens for that, huh?
