The persistent death toll among horses has blemished the track's proud history as a hub of U.S. horse racing, having featured Triple Crown winner Citation, fabled come-from-behind champion Silky Sullivan and legendary thoroughbred John Henry.
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The track's owner, The Stronach Group, said Sunday it will “double down” on its racing at Santa Anita and training at San Luis Rey Downs in Southern California.