Welcome to American Classic Pedigrees!

Interested in Thoroughbred breeding? Want to find out more of the history behind the names you see in pedigrees? You're in the right place! As a pedigree analyst with over 40 years of experience in researching Thoroughbred bloodlines, I've put together this site to put the resources you're looking for at your fingertips. In addition, you can find information related to my books about the Thoroughbred world.

American Classic Pedigrees is focused on the bloodlines that have produced the champions and Classic winners of North and South America and is dedicated to everyone who loves Thoroughbreds—owners, breeders, trainers and fans. If you enjoy what you find here, please visit often and tell your friends! You'll find something new here almost every day, and suggestions are always welcome.
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2002 Belmont Stakes (USA-G1) winner Sarava, 2000 Preakness Stakes (USA-G1) winner Red Bullet, and 1996 Breeders' Cup Classic (USA-G1) winner Alphabet Soup. Photos by Avalyn Hunter.
What's New?
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Last updated: June 8, 2026​

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Page updates (June 8, 2026 – June 14, 2026):
  • Speightstown has had Woody Stephens Stakes (USA-G1) winner Englishman added to the list of notable horses produced by his daughters.
  • Blame has had Jaipur Stakes (USA-G1) winner Reef Runner added to the list of notable horses produced by his daughters.
  • Scat Daddy has had Just a Game Stakes (USA-G1) winner Classic Q added to the list of notable horses produced by his daughters.
  • Phipps Family foundation mare Blitey has had her produce record updated thanks to her descendant Nitoi, now a Group 3 winner.
  • Champion What a Summer has had her produce record updated thanks to her descendant Sixpence, winner of the 2026 Yasuda Kinen (JPN-G1).
Book developments


May 26, 2026
  • Holy Bull: An Unconventional Path to Racing Glory is now officially released! If you haven't ordered yours yet, you can order through Amazon or at the University Press of Kentucky's website!  https://www.kentuckypress.com/9781985904248/holy-bull/
  • Join me for "An Evening with the Author" at the Keeneland Library on September 2, 2026! Tickets can be reserved at Keeneland Library.
  • I will be back for this year's Kentucky Book Festival in Lexington! Look for me at Joseph-Beth Booksellers on November 7, 2026!
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Availability

Would you like me to speak at your gathering or participate in a podcast, YouTube, or Zoom event? Please don't hesitate to contact me at [email protected] and we'll see what can be worked out!