Another horse dies after injury at Santa Anita Park, 24th since December

Another horse died at Southern California’s Santa Anita Park on Friday morning, the 24th death at the track since late December. The animal suffered what was described by park officials as an “uncommon” shoulder injury. Commander Coil, a 3-year-old gelding, was euthanized after suffering the injury while galloping during training, said the Stronach Group, the company that owns Santa Anita Park. “Equine shoulder injuries are rare, especially for a horse that is galloping as opposed to breezing or racing,” the group said is statement. “A comprehensive evaluation will be completed to understand what might have caused this uncommon injury.”...MORE