Alvarado was one of the bright spots for the bullpen, but now they must start over. Given the Orioles' struggles this season, the Phillies must pursue closer Felix Bautista,” he wrote.

Jockey Junior Alvarado has filed an appeal of the fine and suspension levied for excessive crop usage during his victorious ride in the Kentucky Derby on May 3 at Churchill Downs. The Horseracing ...

Alvarado was one of the bright spots for the bullpen, but now they must start over. Given the Orioles' struggles this season, the Phillies must pursue closer Felix Bautista. ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA ...

Jockey Junior Alvarado is considering appealing a fine and suspension for using his whip eight times on Sovereignty in winning the Kentucky Derby on May 3.Alvarado was fined $62,000 and suspended ...

Jockey Junior Alvarado celebrates after riding Sovereignty to victory in the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby horse race at Churchill Downs Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Louisville, Ky.

TODAY, THE KENTUCKY STEWARDS RULED ALVARADO USED HIS EIGHT TIMES IF HE HAD STRUCK SOVEREIGNTY TEN TIMES, THE ORGANIZATION WOULD HAVE CALLED FOR SOVEREIGNTY’S DISQUALIFICATIONS, BELIEVE IT OR NOT ...