JC / Railbird

It’s Unofficial

… claimer turned stakes star Lava Man is retired, after fading to finish last in the Eddie Read Handicap on Sunday. Retirement plans are pending:

“Ultimately, I’d like him to go to the Kentucky Horse Park,” Kenly said. “Doug [O’Neill] would like him to stay as a stable pony.”

West Coast Funny Cide! Doesn’t seem like a bad way to keep the $5.2 million earner working, especially if the 7-year-old gelding enjoys being at the racetrack …