stallion sidelined

Calumet Farm's leading sire English Channel (Smart Strike) has been diagnosed with multiple health issues and is unlikely to cover mares during the upcoming 2022 breeding season, the farm announced Wednesday morning. "This is an unfortunate blow for a stallion that was rising to the peak of his career and finally getting the respect he deserved," said a representative of Calumet in the press release. "However we, at Calumet, strive to provide the best care for all our horses and will always put the horse's health, safety, and well-being first....