According to TDN and Bloodhorse Trainer Brad Cox confirmed Tuesday morning that Shortleaf Stable's GI Arkansas Derby runner-up Caddo River is being aimed at a start in the GI Kentucky Derby.

I think this decision has major implications on two horses in particular. First, he is the key to the race in terms of the pace as he might be the only one still in the field that can run early with Rock Your World. Second, that confirmation also keeps the bubble horse, King Fury still on the outside looking in.