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Joining Joe and Vince on this edition are experienced trainers Mike Puhich and Jason Orman, who are teaming up with syndicate opportunities for new or returning horse owners. Puhich has won the Mile twice and the Muckleshoot or Longacres Derby three times. Orman trained Rock Hard Ten to a Santa Anita Derby victory and runner-up in the Preakness. Also hear from native Washingtonian Delaina Stenchever, who’s doing a great job of reporting and handicapping at the current Turf Paradise meeting.