Pedigree Query

While scanning through the weekend's stakes races I took note of this:

GOLD STRIKE MILE S., Assiniboia Downs, 3 yo, Open, 1 mile
1. Spying Eyes, dkb.g. 3, by BATTLE CAT -- Bashful Dancer, by Bashful Cloud
2. Custody Battle, b.g. 3, by BATTLE CAT -- Belle's Secret, by Secret Odds
3. Pulledmeout, ch.g. 3, by Crystal Gulch -- Express Trip, by Saratoga Express

GOLD STRIKE MILE S., Assiniboia Downs, 3 yo Fillies, 1 mile
1. Bella Mariella, dkb.f. 3, by BATTLE CAT -- Atholton, by Mari's Book
2. Meow Wow, b.f. 3, by BATTLE CAT -- Bridled Song, by Seattle Song
3. Benzerella, dkb.f. 3, BATTLE CAT -- Right O, by Eastern Lord

That's 5 of the 6 placings for 1 sire. I find that remarkable even if it is in a regional market. What can anyone tell me of Battle Cat? And please excuse my ignorance, but where is Assiniboia Downs?

It's in Winnipeg, Manitoba, in Canada. It's really a regional market there. Battle Cat stands at Ziprick THoroughbreds in Russell, Manitoba.

Hi

Battle Cat had a record of 18-1-4-1 on the racetrack, and earnings of $32,447. He is a full brother to the stakes winner, Storm Commander. Assiniboia Downs is located in Winnepeg, Manitoba Canada.

Bill

Jinx, Bill, you owe me a Coke!

You're just faster than I am.

It's because I didn't take the time to spell out Assiniboia.

Thanks to you both.

So, for our friends from the north, what kind of empression is he making? I'm not an breeder or even an owner, I'm just curious.