More Churchill Turf on a beautiful Sunday. It is expected to be Sunny and 93 degrees in Louisville, Kentucky. A splendid day for a Turf race.
Churchill Downs Race 8 {1 1/16 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~Allowance}
A wholesome field of eight will go to the gate. This is a very closely matched field in which any one of them can win. It is also a very balanced field with all running styles represented. It will be an exciting race.
#4 Twojohnsandajack (Leparoux / Kenneally) has a very slight edge with the highest last out speed number, a well managed six race progression, and three solid workouts. He will be closing in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Seruni (M. Pedroza / Oliver) can be expected to challenge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and two explosive workouts. He should be forwardly placed ready to strike at the top of the lane.
$2 SHOW.
#7 Estimate [FR] (Castanon / Pletcher) has had a nice racing career in France and is just starting to get his footing on North American soil. He has a couple of decent last out speed numbers and has put in two robust workouts. He will be closing nicely.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#8 King's Command (Albarado / Howard) will undoubtedly be in the mix sharing the third highest last out speed number at a longer distance and putting in two smashing workouts. He could contend with a pressing attack.
10 CENT Superfecta
#4 Twojohnsandajack, #6 Seruni / #4, #6 / #7 Estimate [FR], #8 King's Command / #7, #8.
Saturday's Stakes Results
Churchill Downs R10. Louisville Handicap. Our first pick, Keertana, won (1st) for show money of $2.80. Our second pick, Musketier [GER] finished 5th. Our third pick, Simmard, was scratched. As a consequence, we scuttled our 10 CENT Superfecta play. However the superfecta went 4-9-3-6.
Hollywood Park R8. American Handicap. Our first pick, Sydney's Candy, finished 2nd for show money of $2.10. Our second pick, The Usual Q.T., finished 3rd for show money of $2.20. Our third pick, Goldwaki [GER] finished 6th (last). Superfecta went 1-7-4-8.
Bankroll dips to $12.45.
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Saturday, May 28, 2011
Turf Stakes Saturday
The beautiful thing about Saturday's is that there are plenty of wonderful stakes races on Saurtday's. Today we look at an exciting classic Turf race at Churchill Downs and a great Turf mile at Hollywood Park.
Churchill Downs Race 10 {Louisville Handicap~G3~1 1/2 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A fabulous field of ten will make the start in this annual stakes race. A somewhat modest pace can be expected allowing for the entire field to battle it out in the stretch. These classic Turfers will compete in a superbly exciting race.
#4 Keertana (Lezcano / Proctor) appears to have the edge with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and two snappy workouts. He should be closing fast.
$2 SHOW.
#10 Musketier [GER] (Castanon / Attfield) will challenge mightily sharing the highest last out speed number and putting in two athletic workouts. He shares the highest speed number at the distance as well as being 60% in the money at this distance over ten races.
$2 SHOW.
#2 Simmard (Bridgmohan / Attfield) should also put forth a strong challenge with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and two fierce workouts. He also shares the highest speed number at the distance.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#5 Dark Cove (Cruz / McPeek) will be in the hunt sharing the second highest last out speed number, holding a three race progression, and putting in two hearty workouts.
#9 Bearpath (Lenclud / Wilkes) looks to grab a piece of the purse pie with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and three solid workouts.
#7 Free Fighter (Borel / Reavis) could surprise having the third highest speed number at the distance, holding a two race progression, and putting in four stamina inducing workouts.
10 CENT Superfecta
#4 Keertana, #10 Musketier / #4, #10 / #2 Simmard, #5 Dark Cove / #9 Bearpath, #7 Free Fighter, #2, #5.
Hollywood Park Race 8 {American Handicap~G2~1 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A super high quality field of seven will go to the gate in this Turf mile. Sensational speed willl be evident from the start.
#7 Sydney's Candy (Rosario / Sadler) should move to the front from the outset. He has the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route and three superb workouts. This will be the horse to beat.
$2 SHOW.
#4 The Usual Q.T. (Espinoza / Cassidy) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three strong workouts. He will be closing swiftly in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Goldwaki [GER] (Blanc / McAnally) will be making his first American start with a decent Euro racing career. He has put in four fitness building workouts in preparation. Could surprise as the unknown factor in the race.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#2 Liberian Freighter (M. Garcia / Drysdale) is another speedster that will be in the mix with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three well-built workouts.
10 CENT Superfecta
#7 Sidney's Candy, #4 The Usual Q.T. / #7, #4 / #6 Goldwaki [GER], #2 Librerian Freighter / #6, #2.
Friday's Results
Churchill Downs R10. Our first pick, The Program, finished 3rd for show money of $3.00. Our second pick, Ronin Dax, won (1st) for show money of $2.40. Our third pick, Perregaux, finished 2nd for show money of $3.00. Superfecta went 1-5-2-6.
Bankroll gets a bump up to $15.75.
Churchill Downs Race 10 {Louisville Handicap~G3~1 1/2 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A fabulous field of ten will make the start in this annual stakes race. A somewhat modest pace can be expected allowing for the entire field to battle it out in the stretch. These classic Turfers will compete in a superbly exciting race.
#4 Keertana (Lezcano / Proctor) appears to have the edge with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and two snappy workouts. He should be closing fast.
$2 SHOW.
#10 Musketier [GER] (Castanon / Attfield) will challenge mightily sharing the highest last out speed number and putting in two athletic workouts. He shares the highest speed number at the distance as well as being 60% in the money at this distance over ten races.
$2 SHOW.
#2 Simmard (Bridgmohan / Attfield) should also put forth a strong challenge with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and two fierce workouts. He also shares the highest speed number at the distance.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#5 Dark Cove (Cruz / McPeek) will be in the hunt sharing the second highest last out speed number, holding a three race progression, and putting in two hearty workouts.
#9 Bearpath (Lenclud / Wilkes) looks to grab a piece of the purse pie with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and three solid workouts.
#7 Free Fighter (Borel / Reavis) could surprise having the third highest speed number at the distance, holding a two race progression, and putting in four stamina inducing workouts.
10 CENT Superfecta
#4 Keertana, #10 Musketier / #4, #10 / #2 Simmard, #5 Dark Cove / #9 Bearpath, #7 Free Fighter, #2, #5.
Hollywood Park Race 8 {American Handicap~G2~1 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A super high quality field of seven will go to the gate in this Turf mile. Sensational speed willl be evident from the start.
#7 Sydney's Candy (Rosario / Sadler) should move to the front from the outset. He has the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route and three superb workouts. This will be the horse to beat.
$2 SHOW.
#4 The Usual Q.T. (Espinoza / Cassidy) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three strong workouts. He will be closing swiftly in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Goldwaki [GER] (Blanc / McAnally) will be making his first American start with a decent Euro racing career. He has put in four fitness building workouts in preparation. Could surprise as the unknown factor in the race.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#2 Liberian Freighter (M. Garcia / Drysdale) is another speedster that will be in the mix with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three well-built workouts.
10 CENT Superfecta
#7 Sidney's Candy, #4 The Usual Q.T. / #7, #4 / #6 Goldwaki [GER], #2 Librerian Freighter / #6, #2.
Friday's Results
Churchill Downs R10. Our first pick, The Program, finished 3rd for show money of $3.00. Our second pick, Ronin Dax, won (1st) for show money of $2.40. Our third pick, Perregaux, finished 2nd for show money of $3.00. Superfecta went 1-5-2-6.
Bankroll gets a bump up to $15.75.
Friday, May 27, 2011
To the Turf at Churchill
As we head into the Memorial Day weekend, we look at a wonderful Turf mile at Churchill Downs.
Churchill Downs Race 10 {1 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~Allowance}
A good field of seven go to the gate in this Turf feature. Mostly closers line up with one who likes to motor on the front end. Should be an interesting Turf race.
#2 The Program (Theriot / Werner) will be moving up in distance and has a slight edge. He has the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two sharp, peaking workouts. Should close favorably in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
#1 Ronin Dax (Lanerie / Vance) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one bullet workout. Will be closing swiftly.
$2 SHOW.
#5 Perregaux (Albarado / Howard) could wire this field on the front end after a layoff. He holds the second highest speed number at the distance and has put in four fierce workouts. He should hold on for a decent piece of the purse pie.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#3 Tanzana (Court / Simms) looks ready to run with a couple of decent last out efforts and two robust workouts. Could be in the mix.
#7 Firm Resolve (Bridgmohan / Lovell) will be trying to make a step forward with the fourth highest last out speed number and one solid workout. He might be in the hunt.
10 CENT Superfecta
#2 The Program / #1 Ronin Dax / #5 Perregaux / #3 De Price, #7 Firm Resolve.
Thursday's Results
Hollywood Park R7. Our first pick, Donner Wasser, finished 3rd for show money of $3.00. Our second pick, Supoena the Dress, finished 6th. Our third pick, Reddy Go Jaylo, finished 2nd for show money of $3.40. Superfecta went 5-6-3-7.
Bankroll gets a few cent lift to $13.55.
Churchill Downs Race 10 {1 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~Allowance}
A good field of seven go to the gate in this Turf feature. Mostly closers line up with one who likes to motor on the front end. Should be an interesting Turf race.
#2 The Program (Theriot / Werner) will be moving up in distance and has a slight edge. He has the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two sharp, peaking workouts. Should close favorably in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
#1 Ronin Dax (Lanerie / Vance) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one bullet workout. Will be closing swiftly.
$2 SHOW.
#5 Perregaux (Albarado / Howard) could wire this field on the front end after a layoff. He holds the second highest speed number at the distance and has put in four fierce workouts. He should hold on for a decent piece of the purse pie.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#3 Tanzana (Court / Simms) looks ready to run with a couple of decent last out efforts and two robust workouts. Could be in the mix.
#7 Firm Resolve (Bridgmohan / Lovell) will be trying to make a step forward with the fourth highest last out speed number and one solid workout. He might be in the hunt.
10 CENT Superfecta
#2 The Program / #1 Ronin Dax / #5 Perregaux / #3 De Price, #7 Firm Resolve.
Thursday's Results
Hollywood Park R7. Our first pick, Donner Wasser, finished 3rd for show money of $3.00. Our second pick, Supoena the Dress, finished 6th. Our third pick, Reddy Go Jaylo, finished 2nd for show money of $3.40. Superfecta went 5-6-3-7.
Bankroll gets a few cent lift to $13.55.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
To the Turf at Hollywood
The horse racing weekend begins with a look at a nice Turf allowance race at Hollywood Park.
Hollywood Park Race 7 {1 1/16 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~CA~Allowance}
A sober field of seven will step into the gate for this race. Forwardly placed types dominate the group. It should be a good race.
#3 Donner Wasser (Bejarano / Troeger) has the edge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and two significant workouts. She should be pressing the pace ready to strike.
$2 SHOW.
#4 Subpoena the Dress (Sutherland / Avila) will making her first route start after sprinting throughout her twenty-one race career. She holds the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one long mid-distance workout. She should be able to move up.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Reddy Go Jaylo (Talamo / Puype) will challenge the forwardly placed group sharing the third highest last out speed number, having a three race progression, and putting in four superb, peaking workouts.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#2 Burton's Angel (Nakatani / Bercerra) looks to be in the mix with a decent last out at this distance over the synthetic and two strong workouts. She could surprise.
#7 Tribal Beauty (V. Espinoza / Cassidy) will be in the hunt moving up in distance with a decent last out speed number, a three race progression, and four robust workouts. She has the ability to secure the win.
10 CENT Superfecta
#3 Danner Wasser / #4 Subpoena the Dress / #6 Ready Go Jaylo / #2 Burton's Angel, #7 Tribal Beauty.
Last Sunday's Results
Hollywood Park R5. Our first pick, Alley Hondro, finished 8th (No Value). Our second pick, Renegade Storm, finished 6th. Our third pick, Teafatiller, finished 7th. Superfecta went 1-7-5-6.
Bankroll falls to $13.35.
Hollywood Park Race 7 {1 1/16 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~CA~Allowance}
A sober field of seven will step into the gate for this race. Forwardly placed types dominate the group. It should be a good race.
#3 Donner Wasser (Bejarano / Troeger) has the edge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and two significant workouts. She should be pressing the pace ready to strike.
$2 SHOW.
#4 Subpoena the Dress (Sutherland / Avila) will making her first route start after sprinting throughout her twenty-one race career. She holds the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one long mid-distance workout. She should be able to move up.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Reddy Go Jaylo (Talamo / Puype) will challenge the forwardly placed group sharing the third highest last out speed number, having a three race progression, and putting in four superb, peaking workouts.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#2 Burton's Angel (Nakatani / Bercerra) looks to be in the mix with a decent last out at this distance over the synthetic and two strong workouts. She could surprise.
#7 Tribal Beauty (V. Espinoza / Cassidy) will be in the hunt moving up in distance with a decent last out speed number, a three race progression, and four robust workouts. She has the ability to secure the win.
10 CENT Superfecta
#3 Danner Wasser / #4 Subpoena the Dress / #6 Ready Go Jaylo / #2 Burton's Angel, #7 Tribal Beauty.
Last Sunday's Results
Hollywood Park R5. Our first pick, Alley Hondro, finished 8th (No Value). Our second pick, Renegade Storm, finished 6th. Our third pick, Teafatiller, finished 7th. Superfecta went 1-7-5-6.
Bankroll falls to $13.35.
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Another Sunday at Hollywood
What a terrific Preakness Day, yesterday. A great number of exciting races with decent winnings. Today we look at a nice Turf allowance at Hollywood Park to close out our horse racing weekend.
Hollywood Park Race 5 {1 1/16 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~Allowance}
A great blend of running styles in this field of nine makes this race a good one. There is a clear favorite and a number up to the challenge.
#2 Alley Hondro (M. Garcia / Ellis) looks fantastic with the highest (a triple-digit) last out speed number, a four race progression, and three strong, peaking workouts. This guy is in top form and should find himself in the winners circle controlling the front end.
No Value
#9 Renegade Storm (Bejarano / Jones) looks ready to challenge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number coming off a longer route and two robust workouts. He will be closing swiftly.
$2 SHOW.
#4 Teafatiller (Atkinson / Jackson) will be ready coming off a longer route sharing the third highest last out speed number, holding a three race progression, and putting in two athletic workouts. He has good tactical speed that could place him anywhere in the field to strike in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#3 Nextdoor Neighbor (Rosario / Machowsky) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two sturdy workouts. He could be tracking the pace ready to close.
10 CENT Superfecta
#2 Alley Hondro, #9 Renegade Storm / #2, #9 / #4 Teafatiller, #3 Nextdoor Neighbor / #4, #3.
Saturday's Results
Pimlico R12. Preakness. Our first pick, Animal Kingdom, finished 2nd for show money of $5.40. Our second pick, Mucho Macho Man, finished 6th. Our third pick, Astrology, finished 3rd for show money of $8.00.
Bankroll rises to $17.75.
Hollywood Park Race 5 {1 1/16 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~Allowance}
A great blend of running styles in this field of nine makes this race a good one. There is a clear favorite and a number up to the challenge.
#2 Alley Hondro (M. Garcia / Ellis) looks fantastic with the highest (a triple-digit) last out speed number, a four race progression, and three strong, peaking workouts. This guy is in top form and should find himself in the winners circle controlling the front end.
No Value
#9 Renegade Storm (Bejarano / Jones) looks ready to challenge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number coming off a longer route and two robust workouts. He will be closing swiftly.
$2 SHOW.
#4 Teafatiller (Atkinson / Jackson) will be ready coming off a longer route sharing the third highest last out speed number, holding a three race progression, and putting in two athletic workouts. He has good tactical speed that could place him anywhere in the field to strike in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#3 Nextdoor Neighbor (Rosario / Machowsky) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two sturdy workouts. He could be tracking the pace ready to close.
10 CENT Superfecta
#2 Alley Hondro, #9 Renegade Storm / #2, #9 / #4 Teafatiller, #3 Nextdoor Neighbor / #4, #3.
Saturday's Results
Pimlico R12. Preakness. Our first pick, Animal Kingdom, finished 2nd for show money of $5.40. Our second pick, Mucho Macho Man, finished 6th. Our third pick, Astrology, finished 3rd for show money of $8.00.
Bankroll rises to $17.75.
Saturday, May 21, 2011
PREAKNESS 136
It's Preakness Day at lovely Pimlico.
This year's field is full and filled with talent. The undercard is a beautiful thing with plenty of great "investment" opportunities. Let's let it roll for race two of the Triple Crown.
Pimlico Race 12 {Preakness 136~G1~1 3/16~3 year old~Stakes}
A quality field of fourteen will make the start. Unlike KD 137, there is plenty of speed in this race which may set up nicely for the closers. The field consists of four KD 137 alums and nine new shooters looking to challenge Kentucky Derby champ, Animal Kingdom.
#11 Animal Kingdom (J. Velazquez / Motion) will be tough to beat as this race sets up nicely for his running style. He holds the highest last out speed number (KD 137), has a nice three race progression going, and has put in two vigorous workouts. He should close nicely for the win.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.
#9 Mucho Macho Man (Maragh / Ritvo) will challenge with the second highest last (KD 137) speed number, a two race progression, and three stamina inducing, peaking workouts. He could get first jump on the closers heading for home.
$2 SHOW.
#1 Astrology (Smith / Asmussen) may be the big surprise with a decent last out speed number, a three race progression, and two hearty, peaking workouts. Trainer, Steve Asmussen has developed this guy beautifully. He is 100% in the money in seven races. Clearly one on the improve. Expect him to be forwardly placed saving ground and ready to enter the fray in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#8 Dance City (Dominguez / Pletcher) is another on the steady improve with the fourth highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three robust workouts. He also will be forwardly placed ready to challenge.
10 CENT Superfecta
#11 Animal Kingdom, #9 Mucho Macho Man / #11, #9 / #1 Astrology, #8 Dance City / #1, #8.
Friday's Results
Pimlico R10. Black Eyed Susan. Our first pick, Royal Delta, won (1st) for show money of $2.60. Our second pick, Hot Summer, finished 3rd for show money of $2.80. Our third pick, Love Theway Youare, finished 4th. Superfecta went 1-5-2-6.
Bankroll dips a few cents to $13.75.
This year's field is full and filled with talent. The undercard is a beautiful thing with plenty of great "investment" opportunities. Let's let it roll for race two of the Triple Crown.
Pimlico Race 12 {Preakness 136~G1~1 3/16~3 year old~Stakes}
A quality field of fourteen will make the start. Unlike KD 137, there is plenty of speed in this race which may set up nicely for the closers. The field consists of four KD 137 alums and nine new shooters looking to challenge Kentucky Derby champ, Animal Kingdom.
#11 Animal Kingdom (J. Velazquez / Motion) will be tough to beat as this race sets up nicely for his running style. He holds the highest last out speed number (KD 137), has a nice three race progression going, and has put in two vigorous workouts. He should close nicely for the win.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.
#9 Mucho Macho Man (Maragh / Ritvo) will challenge with the second highest last (KD 137) speed number, a two race progression, and three stamina inducing, peaking workouts. He could get first jump on the closers heading for home.
$2 SHOW.
#1 Astrology (Smith / Asmussen) may be the big surprise with a decent last out speed number, a three race progression, and two hearty, peaking workouts. Trainer, Steve Asmussen has developed this guy beautifully. He is 100% in the money in seven races. Clearly one on the improve. Expect him to be forwardly placed saving ground and ready to enter the fray in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#8 Dance City (Dominguez / Pletcher) is another on the steady improve with the fourth highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three robust workouts. He also will be forwardly placed ready to challenge.
10 CENT Superfecta
#11 Animal Kingdom, #9 Mucho Macho Man / #11, #9 / #1 Astrology, #8 Dance City / #1, #8.
Friday's Results
Pimlico R10. Black Eyed Susan. Our first pick, Royal Delta, won (1st) for show money of $2.60. Our second pick, Hot Summer, finished 3rd for show money of $2.80. Our third pick, Love Theway Youare, finished 4th. Superfecta went 1-5-2-6.
Bankroll dips a few cents to $13.75.
Friday, May 20, 2011
Weekend in Maryland
There is something quite alluring about the fields of green in both Maryland and its neighbor, Virginia. Today's Black Eyed Susan undercard looks great with a multitude of Turf sprints. Tomorrow's Preakness undercard looks magnificent with a number of Turf routes. It should be a great Pimlico weekend!!
Today we look at the Black Eyed Susan which promises to be an exciting race.
Pimlico Race 10 {Black Eyed Susan~G2~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~fillies~Stakes}
A small, but talented field of six will make their start in this annual affair. Not much speed is entered in this one making it any fillies race.
#1 Royal Delta (Lezcano / Mott) has a slight edge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three vigorous, peaking workouts. She should be close, ready to close.
$2 SHOW.
#2 Hot Summer (Dominguez / Fawkes) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four fabulous, peaking workouts. She should track the pace ready to pounce.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Love Theway Youare (Rosario / Cho) may well surprise this field with a steady three race progression, the third highest (tie) last out speed number, and one solid workout. She could close swiftly for the victory.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#4 Wyomia (Leparoux / Garrison) will be in the mix also with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three good workouts.
10 CENT Superfecta
#1 Royal Delta / #2 Hot Summer / #6 Love Theway Youare / #4 Wyomia.
Friday's Results
Churchill Downs R8. Our first pick, Artemus Kitten, finished 5th. Our second pick, Sola Gratia, was scratched. Our third pick, Lady Aspen, finished 2nd for show money of $3.40. Superfecta went 5-15-16-11.
Bankroll loses some change to $14.45
Today we look at the Black Eyed Susan which promises to be an exciting race.
Pimlico Race 10 {Black Eyed Susan~G2~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~fillies~Stakes}
A small, but talented field of six will make their start in this annual affair. Not much speed is entered in this one making it any fillies race.
#1 Royal Delta (Lezcano / Mott) has a slight edge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three vigorous, peaking workouts. She should be close, ready to close.
$2 SHOW.
#2 Hot Summer (Dominguez / Fawkes) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four fabulous, peaking workouts. She should track the pace ready to pounce.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Love Theway Youare (Rosario / Cho) may well surprise this field with a steady three race progression, the third highest (tie) last out speed number, and one solid workout. She could close swiftly for the victory.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#4 Wyomia (Leparoux / Garrison) will be in the mix also with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three good workouts.
10 CENT Superfecta
#1 Royal Delta / #2 Hot Summer / #6 Love Theway Youare / #4 Wyomia.
Friday's Results
Churchill Downs R8. Our first pick, Artemus Kitten, finished 5th. Our second pick, Sola Gratia, was scratched. Our third pick, Lady Aspen, finished 2nd for show money of $3.40. Superfecta went 5-15-16-11.
Bankroll loses some change to $14.45
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Churchill Thursday
For the start of the Horse Racing weekend, we look at a race at beautiful Churchill Downs.
Churchill Downs Race 8 {1 1/16 mile~Turf~3 year old~fillies~Allowance}
Unfortunately this one has already been moved off the Turf. What would have been a terrific field has been reduced to eight runners. All the remaining gals are of equal talent and have a variety of running styles. Should be a good race nonetheless.
#2 Artemus Kitten (Leparoux / Maker) seems to have a slight edge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a win at this distance, a two race progression, and two stout workouts. She should be motoring on the frontend looking to wire the field.
$2 SHOW.
#10 Sola Gratia (Castanon / Romans) will challenge with the highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and three strong workouts. She will try to close down this field.
$2 SHOW.
#15 Lady Aspen (Cruz / McPeek) will also challenge sharing the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three superb workouts. She will also be closing swiftly.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#3 Eye Candy Annie (Desormeaux / Dyer) looks ready to move up to this distance in grand fashion with the second highest last out speed number at a sprint and one robust workout. Will be one to watch.
10 CENT Superfecta
#2 Artemus Kitten / #10 Sola Gratia / #15 Lady Aspen / #3 Eye Candy Annie.
Last Sunday's Results
Hollywood Park R3. Laz Barrera. Our first pick, Bench Points, won (1st) for show money of $2.10. Our second pick, Sinai, finished 4th. No 10 CENT Superfecta in this race due to the small field.
Hollywood Park R8. Our first pick, Details R Sketchy, finished 3rd for show money of $3.60. Our second pick, Color of Courage, won (1st) for show money of $7.20. Our third pick, Sea Rascal, finished 4th. Superfecta went 1-2-5-7.
Bankroll rises to $15.15.
Churchill Downs Race 8 {1 1/16 mile~Turf~3 year old~fillies~Allowance}
Unfortunately this one has already been moved off the Turf. What would have been a terrific field has been reduced to eight runners. All the remaining gals are of equal talent and have a variety of running styles. Should be a good race nonetheless.
#2 Artemus Kitten (Leparoux / Maker) seems to have a slight edge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a win at this distance, a two race progression, and two stout workouts. She should be motoring on the frontend looking to wire the field.
$2 SHOW.
#10 Sola Gratia (Castanon / Romans) will challenge with the highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and three strong workouts. She will try to close down this field.
$2 SHOW.
#15 Lady Aspen (Cruz / McPeek) will also challenge sharing the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three superb workouts. She will also be closing swiftly.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#3 Eye Candy Annie (Desormeaux / Dyer) looks ready to move up to this distance in grand fashion with the second highest last out speed number at a sprint and one robust workout. Will be one to watch.
10 CENT Superfecta
#2 Artemus Kitten / #10 Sola Gratia / #15 Lady Aspen / #3 Eye Candy Annie.
Last Sunday's Results
Hollywood Park R3. Laz Barrera. Our first pick, Bench Points, won (1st) for show money of $2.10. Our second pick, Sinai, finished 4th. No 10 CENT Superfecta in this race due to the small field.
Hollywood Park R8. Our first pick, Details R Sketchy, finished 3rd for show money of $3.60. Our second pick, Color of Courage, won (1st) for show money of $7.20. Our third pick, Sea Rascal, finished 4th. Superfecta went 1-2-5-7.
Bankroll rises to $15.15.
Sunday, May 15, 2011
A Hollywood Sunday
We move from dirt to synthetic to close out our horse racing weekend. Today we take a look at a couple of highly competitive races at Hollywood Park.
Hollywood Park Race 3 {Laz Barrera~G3~7 furlongs~3 year old~Stakes}
This race comes up with a tiny field for a grade three stakes race. But whew, the tiny field will have G4 speed. Comtemplate a fast and furious pace with four of the five horses in the field having breathtaking speed. There will not be much value. However it certainly will be an exciting race to watch.
#5 Bench Points (Bejarano / Yakteen) is a triple crown nominee who was on the derby trail earlier in the year. He may relish an ideal trip to close down this blazing field. He holds the second highest last out speed number over a route, a two race progression, and two solid workouts.
$2 SHOW.
#3 Sinai (Smith / Baffert) could benefit by sitting right off the wicked pace that is sure to develop. Interestingly, Unbridled's Song progeny seem to have an affinity to synthetic tracks as evidenced down at Keeneland and elsewhere. This guy is another triple crown nominee who has the only recorded speed number at this distance, has a two race progression, and two strong workouts.
$2 SHOW.
No 10 CENT Superfecta due to the very small field.
Hollywood Park Race 8 {6 1/2 furlongs~3 year old Up~Allowance}
Now here is a race! All horses in this field of eight are nearly equal in ability and speed numbers. The race also has nearly equal parts of speed, pressers, trackers, and closers making it a great one to handicap. Any one in this field can win.
#5 Details R Sketchy (Blanc / Palma) looks fabulous with the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and three dynamite workouts. The race could set up for a closer like him to sweep into victory.
$2 SHOW.
#1 Color of Courage (Smith / Gonzalez) is coming off a year long layoff with five superior, peaking workouts. He holds the third highest (3-way tie) speed number over the synthetics and is 100% in the money (three races) on this surface. Should fire well fresh off the fields of green.
$2 SHOW.
#7 Sea Rascal (Rosario / Hollendorfer) will be a top challenger sharing the second highest last out speed number, holding the highest (tie) overall speed number, and putting in five strong workouts. He should be forwardly placed ready to pounce in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#2 Italian Rules (V. Espinoza / Sadler) is primed to possibly take this one with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two hearty workouts. Another that should be close to the pace.
#3 Lunada Bay (M. Garcia / Baffert) will be the speed of the race with the third highest last out speed number, sharing the highest speed number at the distance, and putting in two superb workouts. Could wire the field or hold on for a share of the purse pie.
10 CENT Superfecta
#5 Details R Sketchy / #1 Color of Courage / #7 Sea Rascal / #2 Italian Rules, #3 Lunada Bay.
Saturday's Results
Belmont Park R9. Peter Pan. Our first pick, Alternation, was victorious (1st) for win money of $4.70 and show money of $3.20. Our second pick, Monzon, finished 6th. Our third pick, Joe Vann, finished 4th. Superfecta went 6-8-4-10.
Bankroll picks up a few cents to $12.45.
Hollywood Park Race 3 {Laz Barrera~G3~7 furlongs~3 year old~Stakes}
This race comes up with a tiny field for a grade three stakes race. But whew, the tiny field will have G4 speed. Comtemplate a fast and furious pace with four of the five horses in the field having breathtaking speed. There will not be much value. However it certainly will be an exciting race to watch.
#5 Bench Points (Bejarano / Yakteen) is a triple crown nominee who was on the derby trail earlier in the year. He may relish an ideal trip to close down this blazing field. He holds the second highest last out speed number over a route, a two race progression, and two solid workouts.
$2 SHOW.
#3 Sinai (Smith / Baffert) could benefit by sitting right off the wicked pace that is sure to develop. Interestingly, Unbridled's Song progeny seem to have an affinity to synthetic tracks as evidenced down at Keeneland and elsewhere. This guy is another triple crown nominee who has the only recorded speed number at this distance, has a two race progression, and two strong workouts.
$2 SHOW.
No 10 CENT Superfecta due to the very small field.
Hollywood Park Race 8 {6 1/2 furlongs~3 year old Up~Allowance}
Now here is a race! All horses in this field of eight are nearly equal in ability and speed numbers. The race also has nearly equal parts of speed, pressers, trackers, and closers making it a great one to handicap. Any one in this field can win.
#5 Details R Sketchy (Blanc / Palma) looks fabulous with the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and three dynamite workouts. The race could set up for a closer like him to sweep into victory.
$2 SHOW.
#1 Color of Courage (Smith / Gonzalez) is coming off a year long layoff with five superior, peaking workouts. He holds the third highest (3-way tie) speed number over the synthetics and is 100% in the money (three races) on this surface. Should fire well fresh off the fields of green.
$2 SHOW.
#7 Sea Rascal (Rosario / Hollendorfer) will be a top challenger sharing the second highest last out speed number, holding the highest (tie) overall speed number, and putting in five strong workouts. He should be forwardly placed ready to pounce in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#2 Italian Rules (V. Espinoza / Sadler) is primed to possibly take this one with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two hearty workouts. Another that should be close to the pace.
#3 Lunada Bay (M. Garcia / Baffert) will be the speed of the race with the third highest last out speed number, sharing the highest speed number at the distance, and putting in two superb workouts. Could wire the field or hold on for a share of the purse pie.
10 CENT Superfecta
#5 Details R Sketchy / #1 Color of Courage / #7 Sea Rascal / #2 Italian Rules, #3 Lunada Bay.
Saturday's Results
Belmont Park R9. Peter Pan. Our first pick, Alternation, was victorious (1st) for win money of $4.70 and show money of $3.20. Our second pick, Monzon, finished 6th. Our third pick, Joe Vann, finished 4th. Superfecta went 6-8-4-10.
Bankroll picks up a few cents to $12.45.
Saturday, May 14, 2011
Taking Flight at Belmont Park
Our Saturday stakes feature is the Peter Pan at expansive Belmont Park. The Preakness and the subsequent Belmont Stakes are only weeks away. Summer racing with lots of Turf begins in earnest thereafter.
Belmont Park Race 9 {Peter Pan~G2~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
A closely matched field of eleven will make the start in this annual race. Five in the field are triple crown nominees. There will be a nice mix of speedsters, pressers, trackers and closers which should make this race highly competitive.
#6 Alternation (Dominguez / Von Hemel) appears to be brought to NY for a win. He is a developing three year old with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a five race progression, and two superlative workouts. He will be closing swiftly in the stretch.
$1 WIN / $2 SHOW.
#11 Monzon (Lezcano / Correas) looks well spotted to improve with the third highest (tie) speed number over the dirt surface and four superior, peaking workouts. Should move up nicely with a strong closing effort.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#10 Joe Vann (Castellano / Pletcher) will be attempting to secure four wins in a row; a tough task for any horse. He holds the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three hearty workouts. He should be forwardly placed endeavoring to hold on for a piece of the purse.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#2 Uncle Brent (J. Velazquez / Whiting) is another improving three year-old that will challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two athletic, peaking workouts. He should be in a tracking position ready to move quickly in the stretch.
10 CENT Superfecta
#6 Alternation, #11 Monzon / #6, #11 / #10 Joe Vann, #2 Uncle Brent / #10, #2.
Friday's Results
Lone Star Park R4. Our first pick, Katesexpectations, finished 4th. Our second pick, Taste Big, finished 2nd for show money of $4.40. Our third pick, Early Dusk, finished 6th. Superfecta went 1-3-4-8.
Bankroll dips to $11.85.
Belmont Park Race 9 {Peter Pan~G2~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
A closely matched field of eleven will make the start in this annual race. Five in the field are triple crown nominees. There will be a nice mix of speedsters, pressers, trackers and closers which should make this race highly competitive.
#6 Alternation (Dominguez / Von Hemel) appears to be brought to NY for a win. He is a developing three year old with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a five race progression, and two superlative workouts. He will be closing swiftly in the stretch.
$1 WIN / $2 SHOW.
#11 Monzon (Lezcano / Correas) looks well spotted to improve with the third highest (tie) speed number over the dirt surface and four superior, peaking workouts. Should move up nicely with a strong closing effort.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#10 Joe Vann (Castellano / Pletcher) will be attempting to secure four wins in a row; a tough task for any horse. He holds the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three hearty workouts. He should be forwardly placed endeavoring to hold on for a piece of the purse.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#2 Uncle Brent (J. Velazquez / Whiting) is another improving three year-old that will challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two athletic, peaking workouts. He should be in a tracking position ready to move quickly in the stretch.
10 CENT Superfecta
#6 Alternation, #11 Monzon / #6, #11 / #10 Joe Vann, #2 Uncle Brent / #10, #2.
Friday's Results
Lone Star Park R4. Our first pick, Katesexpectations, finished 4th. Our second pick, Taste Big, finished 2nd for show money of $4.40. Our third pick, Early Dusk, finished 6th. Superfecta went 1-3-4-8.
Bankroll dips to $11.85.
Friday, May 13, 2011
Cool Evening for Six Furlongs in Texas
Le't take a look at an evening race deep in the heart of Texas at Lone Star Park.
Lone Star Park Race 4 {6 furlongs~3 year old Up~TX~Optional Claiming}
A nice field of eight will make the start in this dirt sprint. A lot of speed and fowardly placed types may set it up well for a horse with a late run.
#8 Katesexpectations (Contreras / Konkoly) looks well spotted in this race with the third highest last out speed number at a longer sprint, a two race progression, and one solid workout. Should close nicely.
$2 SHOW.
#3 Taste Big (Figueroa / Grisham) looks good at this distance with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three hearty, peaking workouts. He should get first jump on the speedsters.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Early Dusk (Morales / Davis) could be the speedster that holds on for a piece with the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and one peaking workout.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#7 Ubet'Yah (Ruiz / Martinez) could track the pace mightily with the highest speed number at the distance, a decent speed number at a longer sprint, and two peaking bullet workouts.
10 CENT Superfecta
#8 Katesexpectations / #3 Taste Big / #6 Early Dusk / #7 Ubet ' Yah.
Last Sunday's (5/8) Results
Belmont R8. Our first pick, Lady's Lunar Luck, finished 9th. Our second pick, Zellweger, finished 3rd for show money of $1.55. Our third pick, Sounds Familiar, won (1st) for show money of $3.30. No Superfecta for this race.
Bankroll gets a trimmin' to $13.55.
Lone Star Park Race 4 {6 furlongs~3 year old Up~TX~Optional Claiming}
A nice field of eight will make the start in this dirt sprint. A lot of speed and fowardly placed types may set it up well for a horse with a late run.
#8 Katesexpectations (Contreras / Konkoly) looks well spotted in this race with the third highest last out speed number at a longer sprint, a two race progression, and one solid workout. Should close nicely.
$2 SHOW.
#3 Taste Big (Figueroa / Grisham) looks good at this distance with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three hearty, peaking workouts. He should get first jump on the speedsters.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Early Dusk (Morales / Davis) could be the speedster that holds on for a piece with the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and one peaking workout.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#7 Ubet'Yah (Ruiz / Martinez) could track the pace mightily with the highest speed number at the distance, a decent speed number at a longer sprint, and two peaking bullet workouts.
10 CENT Superfecta
#8 Katesexpectations / #3 Taste Big / #6 Early Dusk / #7 Ubet ' Yah.
Last Sunday's (5/8) Results
Belmont R8. Our first pick, Lady's Lunar Luck, finished 9th. Our second pick, Zellweger, finished 3rd for show money of $1.55. Our third pick, Sounds Familiar, won (1st) for show money of $3.30. No Superfecta for this race.
Bankroll gets a trimmin' to $13.55.
Sunday, May 8, 2011
On to Belmont
Another Kentucky Derby is in the record books in an absolutely grand fashion. Today we look at a nice Turf sprint at Belmont to close out a fabulous horse racing weekend.
Belmont Park Race 8 {7 furlongs~Turf~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~NY~Allowance}
A great field of ten gals will make the start on this Mother's Day. All have relatively comparable speed numbers. The race comes up short on speed, but includes a number of forwardly placed types. Should be a fun race to watch.
#8 Lady's Lunar Luck (Castro / Conway) looks ready coming off a three month layoff with the highest speed number at the distance and three superb workouts. She should race well.
$2 SHOW.
#4 Zellweger (Castellano / C. Brown) is another coming off a layoff, but has already won at this distance with the fourth highest (tie) speed number. She has worked well prepping for this race with three solid workouts. Will be near the front end heading for home.
$2 SHOW.
#7 Sound's Familiar (A. Garcia / Hess) looks primed for victory and should challenge in the stretch. She has posted the highest last out speed number, has a two race progression, and one quality workout. If she gets some pace to run at, she could win.
$2 SHOW.
NO 10 CENT Superfecta offered in this race.
Saturday's Results
Churchill Downs R11. Kentucky Derby 137. Our first pick, Master of Hounds, finished 5th. Our second pick, Archarcharch, finished 15h. Our third pick, Nehro, finished 2nd for show money of $6.40. Superfecta went 16-19-13-14.
Bankroll drips down to $14.60.
Belmont Park Race 8 {7 furlongs~Turf~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~NY~Allowance}
A great field of ten gals will make the start on this Mother's Day. All have relatively comparable speed numbers. The race comes up short on speed, but includes a number of forwardly placed types. Should be a fun race to watch.
#8 Lady's Lunar Luck (Castro / Conway) looks ready coming off a three month layoff with the highest speed number at the distance and three superb workouts. She should race well.
$2 SHOW.
#4 Zellweger (Castellano / C. Brown) is another coming off a layoff, but has already won at this distance with the fourth highest (tie) speed number. She has worked well prepping for this race with three solid workouts. Will be near the front end heading for home.
$2 SHOW.
#7 Sound's Familiar (A. Garcia / Hess) looks primed for victory and should challenge in the stretch. She has posted the highest last out speed number, has a two race progression, and one quality workout. If she gets some pace to run at, she could win.
$2 SHOW.
NO 10 CENT Superfecta offered in this race.
Saturday's Results
Churchill Downs R11. Kentucky Derby 137. Our first pick, Master of Hounds, finished 5th. Our second pick, Archarcharch, finished 15h. Our third pick, Nehro, finished 2nd for show money of $6.40. Superfecta went 16-19-13-14.
Bankroll drips down to $14.60.
Saturday, May 7, 2011
It's Derby Time
The 137th running of the Kentucky Derby will go off in approximately six hours. With one scratch the field will consist of nineteen still developing three year-olds. There is no clear favorite, but many to consider. The trainers have done all they can to prepare their contenders for this race, hopefully bringing them into peak for. Now they must place them in the hands of the jockey's who must wade the horses through a thick field of equine athletes. This years Derby is a enormous handicapping challenge. But try we must.
Churchill Downs Race 11 {Kentucky Derby 137~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
A very nice group of nineteen talented and improving horses will go to the post. Not one have them have raced at this distance. All have made their case to be in this race by virtue of their graded earnings. In terms of speed figures all are with in quarter seconds of each other making this the most challenging field in this century. Here is notable nine to consider.
#11 Master of Hounds (Gomez / O'Brien) is the Irish invader looking to sneak a KD win for the Euros. He is coming back to his birthplace, Kentucky, after racing overseas. He is the only one in the field to have raced 110 yards short of the Derby distance. He ran well in that race in Dubai, posting a second place finish. He has raced at Churchill Downs, albeit on the Turf. Jockey, Garrett Gomez would like nothing better to add a Kentucky Derby win to his sound Hall of Fame resume. Aidan O'Brien is one of the best conditioners in the world. He will have his young charge ready.
$2 WIN / $4 SHOW.
#1 Archarcharch (Court / Fires) This could be the year for jockey, Jon Court. It will be his first Derby mount in an already quite successful career. Trainer William "Jinks" Fires has managed this horses racing career magnificently. He shows the highest (tie) last out speed number, a four race progression, and three strong, peaking workouts. He will be tracking the field.
$2 SHOW.
#19 Nehro (Nakatani / Asmussen) will challenge also with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three solid, peaking workouts. Trainer, Steve Asmussen, makes it back to the Derby with a top contender. Jockey, Corey Nakatani, will place this guy in a good closing position.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#13 Mucho Macho Man (Maragh / Ritvo) is tough enough capture the win making it the first for a female trainer in one Kathy Ritvo. Up and coming jockey, Rajiv Maragh, will guide this guy. 3M has the highest speed number over a fast dirt surface, a couple of decent last out speed numbers, and four stamina producing, peaking workouts. He should be forwardly placed.
#17 Soldat (A. Garcia / McLaughlin) could win if the track turns up sloppy come race time. He holds the highest overall speed number, a triple digit, in the mud. He has put in a couple of robust workouts in preparation for this race.
#4 Stay Thirsty (Dominguez / Pletcher) is another contender with a decent speed number over the surface and three hearty workouts. Any Todd Pletcher trained horse has to be considered. Teaming up with jockey Ramon Dominguez makes this guy more appealing.
#8 Dialed In (Leparoux / Zito) will be closing swiftly from the clouds if a good pace sets up. He has a couple of decent, improving last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and two workmanlike workouts. Trainer, Nick Zito, knows how to peak his horses for the main event. Jockey Julien Leparoux had an outstanding Kentucky Oaks day yesterday which will make this guy dangerous.
#5 Decisive Moment (Clark / Arias) is a much improving colt who appears well prepped to have a big race with two improving last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and two athletic workouts. He could be the biggest surprise.
#7 Pants On Fire (Napravnik / Breen) could do well with a modest pace allowing him to get first jump on the field as they head into the stretch. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three well-built, peaking workouts. Should jockey, Rosie Napravnik, get him to the wire first, it will be the first Kentucky Derby win for a female jockey. He could make history.
$1 Superfecta (There is no 10 CENT Superfecta Offered, but it's the Derby, Let's play)
#11 Master of Hounds / #1 Archarcharch / #19 Nehro / #13 Mucho Macho Man.
Friday's Results
Churchill Downs R11. Kentucky Oaks. Our first pick, Summer Soiree, finished 10th. Our second pick, Daisy Devine, finished 7th. Our third pick, Zazu, finished 3rd for show money of $4.00. Superfecta went 12-13-6-1.
Bankroll dips to $7.20. We will supplement for today's KD 137 with an extra $10.00.
Churchill Downs Race 11 {Kentucky Derby 137~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
A very nice group of nineteen talented and improving horses will go to the post. Not one have them have raced at this distance. All have made their case to be in this race by virtue of their graded earnings. In terms of speed figures all are with in quarter seconds of each other making this the most challenging field in this century. Here is notable nine to consider.
#11 Master of Hounds (Gomez / O'Brien) is the Irish invader looking to sneak a KD win for the Euros. He is coming back to his birthplace, Kentucky, after racing overseas. He is the only one in the field to have raced 110 yards short of the Derby distance. He ran well in that race in Dubai, posting a second place finish. He has raced at Churchill Downs, albeit on the Turf. Jockey, Garrett Gomez would like nothing better to add a Kentucky Derby win to his sound Hall of Fame resume. Aidan O'Brien is one of the best conditioners in the world. He will have his young charge ready.
$2 WIN / $4 SHOW.
#1 Archarcharch (Court / Fires) This could be the year for jockey, Jon Court. It will be his first Derby mount in an already quite successful career. Trainer William "Jinks" Fires has managed this horses racing career magnificently. He shows the highest (tie) last out speed number, a four race progression, and three strong, peaking workouts. He will be tracking the field.
$2 SHOW.
#19 Nehro (Nakatani / Asmussen) will challenge also with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three solid, peaking workouts. Trainer, Steve Asmussen, makes it back to the Derby with a top contender. Jockey, Corey Nakatani, will place this guy in a good closing position.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#13 Mucho Macho Man (Maragh / Ritvo) is tough enough capture the win making it the first for a female trainer in one Kathy Ritvo. Up and coming jockey, Rajiv Maragh, will guide this guy. 3M has the highest speed number over a fast dirt surface, a couple of decent last out speed numbers, and four stamina producing, peaking workouts. He should be forwardly placed.
#17 Soldat (A. Garcia / McLaughlin) could win if the track turns up sloppy come race time. He holds the highest overall speed number, a triple digit, in the mud. He has put in a couple of robust workouts in preparation for this race.
#4 Stay Thirsty (Dominguez / Pletcher) is another contender with a decent speed number over the surface and three hearty workouts. Any Todd Pletcher trained horse has to be considered. Teaming up with jockey Ramon Dominguez makes this guy more appealing.
#8 Dialed In (Leparoux / Zito) will be closing swiftly from the clouds if a good pace sets up. He has a couple of decent, improving last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and two workmanlike workouts. Trainer, Nick Zito, knows how to peak his horses for the main event. Jockey Julien Leparoux had an outstanding Kentucky Oaks day yesterday which will make this guy dangerous.
#5 Decisive Moment (Clark / Arias) is a much improving colt who appears well prepped to have a big race with two improving last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and two athletic workouts. He could be the biggest surprise.
#7 Pants On Fire (Napravnik / Breen) could do well with a modest pace allowing him to get first jump on the field as they head into the stretch. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three well-built, peaking workouts. Should jockey, Rosie Napravnik, get him to the wire first, it will be the first Kentucky Derby win for a female jockey. He could make history.
$1 Superfecta (There is no 10 CENT Superfecta Offered, but it's the Derby, Let's play)
#11 Master of Hounds / #1 Archarcharch / #19 Nehro / #13 Mucho Macho Man.
Friday's Results
Churchill Downs R11. Kentucky Oaks. Our first pick, Summer Soiree, finished 10th. Our second pick, Daisy Devine, finished 7th. Our third pick, Zazu, finished 3rd for show money of $4.00. Superfecta went 12-13-6-1.
Bankroll dips to $7.20. We will supplement for today's KD 137 with an extra $10.00.
Friday, May 6, 2011
The Fillies Have the Oaks
Today the Kentucky Oaks, tomorrow the Kentucky Derby. On the eve of KD 137 we look at the talented fillies in the Kentucky Oaks. There is a fantastic undercard on Oaks day.
Churchill Downs Race 11 {Kentucky Oaks~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~fillies~Stakes}
A lucky field of thirteen will go to the gate. Only one of these gals has raced at this distance, the rest will be moving up in distance. In a full, talented field like this there are several that could pull off the win. The field is as wide open as the Derby will be tomorrow.
#3 Summer Soiree (Saez / Motion) has the speed to control the pace and run to victory. She will be moving up from a mile distance with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three superlative, peaking workouts. She will attempt to wire this field.
$2 SHOW.
#9 Daisy Devine (Graham / McKeever) will be forwardly placed ready to strike at the top of the stretch. She has a comparatively decent last out speed number, a five race progression in a five race career, and four sensational, peaking workouts. It should be noted that jockey, James Graham, brings his game to a top level on big race days. This gal is one of the few on today's card that could pull off an upset.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Zazu (Rosario / Sadler) this gal looks in beautiful form ready to challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression and four stamina inducing workouts prepping her for the distance. She will challenge swiftly in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#12 Plum Pretty (M. Garcia / Baffert) is another that could post the win. She has the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four endurance peaking workouts. Despite the outside post don't count this filly out.
#1 Joyful Victory (Smith / L. Jones) will be the favorite with a couple of decent last out speed numbers with wins to point to. She is holding a four race progression and has posted two robust workouts. She will be tracking the pace and saving ground near the rail.
#4 Kathmanblu (Leparoux / McPeek) is another that will be in the hunt for the big purse. She has the second highest (tie) overall speed number, a couple of decent last out speed numbers and two solid workouts. She could also launch a strong closing effort at the top of the stretch.
There is NO 10 CENT Superfecta Offered on Oaks and Derby Days.
Thursday's Results
Hollywood R5. Our first pick, Courtside, finished 5th. Our second pick, Dancing At Dark, placed 2nd for show money of $4.00. Our third pick, Chinese Praise, finished 4th. Superfecta went 1-2-5-6.
Bankroll Dips to $7.20.
Churchill Downs Race 11 {Kentucky Oaks~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~fillies~Stakes}
A lucky field of thirteen will go to the gate. Only one of these gals has raced at this distance, the rest will be moving up in distance. In a full, talented field like this there are several that could pull off the win. The field is as wide open as the Derby will be tomorrow.
#3 Summer Soiree (Saez / Motion) has the speed to control the pace and run to victory. She will be moving up from a mile distance with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three superlative, peaking workouts. She will attempt to wire this field.
$2 SHOW.
#9 Daisy Devine (Graham / McKeever) will be forwardly placed ready to strike at the top of the stretch. She has a comparatively decent last out speed number, a five race progression in a five race career, and four sensational, peaking workouts. It should be noted that jockey, James Graham, brings his game to a top level on big race days. This gal is one of the few on today's card that could pull off an upset.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Zazu (Rosario / Sadler) this gal looks in beautiful form ready to challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression and four stamina inducing workouts prepping her for the distance. She will challenge swiftly in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#12 Plum Pretty (M. Garcia / Baffert) is another that could post the win. She has the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four endurance peaking workouts. Despite the outside post don't count this filly out.
#1 Joyful Victory (Smith / L. Jones) will be the favorite with a couple of decent last out speed numbers with wins to point to. She is holding a four race progression and has posted two robust workouts. She will be tracking the pace and saving ground near the rail.
#4 Kathmanblu (Leparoux / McPeek) is another that will be in the hunt for the big purse. She has the second highest (tie) overall speed number, a couple of decent last out speed numbers and two solid workouts. She could also launch a strong closing effort at the top of the stretch.
There is NO 10 CENT Superfecta Offered on Oaks and Derby Days.
Thursday's Results
Hollywood R5. Our first pick, Courtside, finished 5th. Our second pick, Dancing At Dark, placed 2nd for show money of $4.00. Our third pick, Chinese Praise, finished 4th. Superfecta went 1-2-5-6.
Bankroll Dips to $7.20.
Thursday, May 5, 2011
It's Derby Weekend
While some are calling this years KD 137 field weak, we feel that all twenty of the Derby contenders are still developing three year-olds. This will be one of the most exciting Kentucky Derby races in recent memory.
There is absolute parity in this field. It is not a stretch to say that the probable odds of there being a photo finish are 2-1. And those are the shortest odds you are likely to encounter for KD 137. We predict that the favorite will go off at the highest Derby odds in this century. The piquancy builds.
Meanwhile back in Hollywood. Today we look at a nice little Turf sprint involving three year-olds.
Hollywood Park Race 5 { 6 furlongs~Turf~3 year old~Claiming}
A decent crop of seven will make the start in this Turf sprint. Not one of the group has sprinted this Turf distance nor have they traversed over the Hollywood Park Turf. There will be a nice balance speed, pressers, trackers, and closers.
#3 Courtside (T. Baze / Sadler) has a very slight edge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four powerful, peaking workouts. He should be forwardly placed.
$2 SHOW.
#2 Dancing At Dark (Quinonez / Sadler) will be one of the challengers with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four fabulous, peaking workouts. Should be closing in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Chinese Praise (Pedroza / Miller) will also challenge with the third highest last out speed number at 110 years more than this distance and three hearty workouts. He should be sitting in wait off the pace.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#1 Luckarack (Talamo / Mullins) will be coming off a Turf route with a decent speed number and has put in two solid workouts. One to watch.
Last Sunday's (5/1) Results
Hollywood Park R8. Time To Leave. Our first pick, Saint Isabelle, won 1st for show money of $2.60. Our second pick, Shakenwithanolive, finished 3rd for show money of $3.20. Our third pick, Irish Gypsy, finished 2nd for show money of $2.60. Superfecta went 4-1-7-2.
Bankroll gets a lift to $9.30.
There is absolute parity in this field. It is not a stretch to say that the probable odds of there being a photo finish are 2-1. And those are the shortest odds you are likely to encounter for KD 137. We predict that the favorite will go off at the highest Derby odds in this century. The piquancy builds.
Meanwhile back in Hollywood. Today we look at a nice little Turf sprint involving three year-olds.
Hollywood Park Race 5 { 6 furlongs~Turf~3 year old~Claiming}
A decent crop of seven will make the start in this Turf sprint. Not one of the group has sprinted this Turf distance nor have they traversed over the Hollywood Park Turf. There will be a nice balance speed, pressers, trackers, and closers.
#3 Courtside (T. Baze / Sadler) has a very slight edge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four powerful, peaking workouts. He should be forwardly placed.
$2 SHOW.
#2 Dancing At Dark (Quinonez / Sadler) will be one of the challengers with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four fabulous, peaking workouts. Should be closing in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Chinese Praise (Pedroza / Miller) will also challenge with the third highest last out speed number at 110 years more than this distance and three hearty workouts. He should be sitting in wait off the pace.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#1 Luckarack (Talamo / Mullins) will be coming off a Turf route with a decent speed number and has put in two solid workouts. One to watch.
Last Sunday's (5/1) Results
Hollywood Park R8. Time To Leave. Our first pick, Saint Isabelle, won 1st for show money of $2.60. Our second pick, Shakenwithanolive, finished 3rd for show money of $3.20. Our third pick, Irish Gypsy, finished 2nd for show money of $2.60. Superfecta went 4-1-7-2.
Bankroll gets a lift to $9.30.
Sunday, May 1, 2011
May Day at Hollywood
As we close out this weeks horse racing weekend, be sure to take some time to reflect and get some pre-race handicapping in for the 137th running of the Kentucky Derby next Saturday. There is parity in the field and it will be a grandiose event.
Today we look at a Stakes sprint at Hollywood Park.
Hollywood Park Race 8 {Time To Leave~5 furlongs~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}
A nice field of seven speedsters go to the gate for this race. All are trimming off at least a fulong from their last outing. This promises to be a very fast race.
#4 Saint Isabelle (Bejarano / Puype) looks ready to swiftly dispatch these gals with the second highest (tie) last out speed figure, a two race progression and two strong workouts.
$2 SHOW.
#7 Shakenwithanolive (Rosario / Diodoro) will be one of the challengers on the front end with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one solid workout.
$2 SHOW.
#1 Irish Gypsy (Smith / Baffert) looks ready to run after an extended layoff with one of the best workout tabs we have seen in recent months. She holds a decent speed number over the surface and is the only closer in the group. Should the pace melt down, she is the one capable of picking up the pieces.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#5 Dawnie Macho (T. Baze / Sadler) will be attempting the five furlong distance for the first time with a decent last out speed number, a three race progression, and three stellar, peaking workouts. She is primed and ready to challenge this field.
10 CENT Superfecta
#4 Saint Isabelle / #7 Shakenwithanolive / #1 Irish Gypsy, #5 Dawnie Macho / #1, #5.
Saturday's Results
Calder Race Course R9. Miami Mile. Our first pick, Mambo Meister, finished 6th. Our second pick, Voodoo Swinge, finished 2nd for place money of $1.40 and show money of $1.10. Our third pick, Jackson Bend, finished 7th (last). Superfecta went 1-3-4-8.
Belmont Park R9. Westchester. Our first pick, Haynesfield, finished 4th. Our second pick, Soaring Empire, was scratched. Our third pick, Christmas for Liam, finished 5th (last). No Superfecta offered in this race.
Bankroll gets smashed to $7.10.
Today we look at a Stakes sprint at Hollywood Park.
Hollywood Park Race 8 {Time To Leave~5 furlongs~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}
A nice field of seven speedsters go to the gate for this race. All are trimming off at least a fulong from their last outing. This promises to be a very fast race.
#4 Saint Isabelle (Bejarano / Puype) looks ready to swiftly dispatch these gals with the second highest (tie) last out speed figure, a two race progression and two strong workouts.
$2 SHOW.
#7 Shakenwithanolive (Rosario / Diodoro) will be one of the challengers on the front end with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one solid workout.
$2 SHOW.
#1 Irish Gypsy (Smith / Baffert) looks ready to run after an extended layoff with one of the best workout tabs we have seen in recent months. She holds a decent speed number over the surface and is the only closer in the group. Should the pace melt down, she is the one capable of picking up the pieces.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#5 Dawnie Macho (T. Baze / Sadler) will be attempting the five furlong distance for the first time with a decent last out speed number, a three race progression, and three stellar, peaking workouts. She is primed and ready to challenge this field.
10 CENT Superfecta
#4 Saint Isabelle / #7 Shakenwithanolive / #1 Irish Gypsy, #5 Dawnie Macho / #1, #5.
Saturday's Results
Calder Race Course R9. Miami Mile. Our first pick, Mambo Meister, finished 6th. Our second pick, Voodoo Swinge, finished 2nd for place money of $1.40 and show money of $1.10. Our third pick, Jackson Bend, finished 7th (last). Superfecta went 1-3-4-8.
Belmont Park R9. Westchester. Our first pick, Haynesfield, finished 4th. Our second pick, Soaring Empire, was scratched. Our third pick, Christmas for Liam, finished 5th (last). No Superfecta offered in this race.
Bankroll gets smashed to $7.10.
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