TDN RISING STARS

June 18, 2006 - Hollywood Park, Race 4, Msw, USD $45,000, 5f

E Z Warrior, c, 2, 2004 by Exploit

1st Dam: Carson Jen (MSP, $137,425), by Carson City
2nd Dam: Calamitous Jen, by Deputy Minister
3rd Dam: Robertina, by Roberto

Owner: Zayat Stables LLC
Breeder: Gulf Coast Farms Bloodstock LP (KY)
Trainer: Bob Baffert

Pounded down to 1-2 favoritism off of a string of sharp works, the $100,000 OBSAUG yearling and $1,200,000 BESMAR juvenile got of a step slow, but didn't waste any time getting to the front. In full flight turning for home, the dark bay was in complete command late, winning by 1 3/4 lengths over Belknap (Swiss Yodeler). Lifetime Record: 1-1-0-0, $27,000.