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Shackleford Is Preakness Winner, Which Means Free Frozen Custard At Shake Shack

Shackleford is the winner of the 2011 Preakness Stakes, which means it's time for businesses everywhere to capitalize on the horse's accomplishment. Like most horses, Shackleford has a name that can easily be punned, which is very important for any business because nobody would want to come if there wasn't some sort of pun involved, obviously.

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So far, we've already heard of one business stepping up. Burger joint Shake Shack has a name that sounds like Shackleford, so they're offering a deal I'm sure many would love. Prior to the race, the restaurant had a deal that would give patrons a free cup of frozen custard if Shackleford won. Via Danny Meyer:

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↵↵If SHACKLEFORD wins the Preakness, head over to your favorite Shake Shack Saturday night for a free cup of frozen custard! #shakeshack

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So, yeah, what are you all waiting for, everyone? Who doesn't want free custard? In case you need to find your nearest Shake Shack, here's a list of locations. D.C. residents should head to the newly-opened Dupont Circle location on the corner of 18th Street and Connecticut Avenue.

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