First set of horses arrive at Pimlico for 136th Preakness Stakes
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Posted: 05/18/2011
BALTIMORE - Horses are relaxing inside the barns at Pimlico, just days before the 136th Preakness Stakes.
Astrology, Sway Away, Dance City & Mucho Macho Man were the first group of horses to arrive at the track Wednesday.
A second group of horses arrived later this afternoon. In that group, Dialed In, Midnight Interlude, Shackleford, Mr. Commons & Flashpoint.
Kentucky Derby winner Animal Kingdom isn't expected arrive until Saturday, the day of the race.
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