Horse racing industry reacts to Eight Belles' death

The death of Kentucky Derby runner-up Eight Belles has the racing industry talking about how to prevent such breakdowns -- and a loss of fans.

Eight Belles broke both ankles after finishing the Derby and was euthanized on the track.

Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer talked with Randy Sampson, president and CEO of Canterbury Park, the home to horse racing in the Twin Cities.

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