The 151st Kentucky Derby lost two starters this week as Rodriguez and Grande scratched because of hoof bruises. With the addition of Baeza, Saturday’s Run for the Roses will go off with a field of 19.

The enduring phenomenon of Silver Charm, who is thriving in retirement, is symbolic of the Thoroughbred world’s renewed interest in aftercare.

Saturday’s field was set through the Road to the Kentucky Derby, a collection of races that paid points toward qualifying.

Chesterfield’s very own Seagull Boy says he is happy and shocked after winning a gold medal for the second year running at ...