Thank goodness for another fantastic Friday. We take a look at nice little stakes race at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club.
Del Mar Race 6 {El Cajon~1 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
A decent small field of six will step up to the line for this stakes feature. There is legitimate speed, pressers and tracker/closers to round out this talented field. It should be a good one.
#2 Fed Biz (Talamo / Baffert) looks ready to grab the win with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and five serious workouts after a lengthy layoff. He should be forwardly placed ready to roll.
$2 SHOW.
#5 Unusual Heatwave (Bejarano / Barba) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three robust workouts. He should close well with a proper pace set-up.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#6 Jimmy Creed (Gomez / Mandella) will show speed with the fourth highest last out speed number and four superb, peaking workouts. He could set a diligent pace and wire the field.
#3 Shaun Washington (Nakatani / Hollendorfer) will also be in the mix with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three efficient workouts. This guy could close swiftly.
10 CENT Superfecta
#2 Fed Biz / #5 Unusual Heatwave / #6 Jimmy Creed / #3 Shaun Washington.
Thursday's Results
Saratoga R10. Anticipation--G2. Our first pick, Charming Kitten, finished 3rd for show money of $2.90. Our second pick, Craving Carats, finished 8th. Our third pick, Almost An Angel, finished 7th.
Bankroll falls to $59.91.
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Let the 2 year olds Roll at Saratoga
Our horse racing weekend begins on an appealing Thursday. We take a look at the youngsters on Turf at the "Spa".
Saratoga Race 10 {Anticipation~G2~1 1/16 mile~TURF~2 year old~Stakes}
A talented field of twelve wonderful youngsters will make the start in this graded Turf battle. The race comes up well balanced with speedsters, pressers, trackers and closers. It should be a very exciting race.
#6 Charming Kitten (Castellano / Pletcher) will making his second career start with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and two solid workouts. This son of Kitten's Joy should track the pace and launch a strong effort in the stretch.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#4 Craving Carats (Rosario / Romans) should be forwardly placed sharing the fourth highest last out speed number, holding a three race progression, and putting in two robust workouts. Any son of Street Sense usually puts in an excellent effort.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#1 Almost An Angel (Desormeaux / Ward) has tranversed the TURF well and appears ready to take another step forward with the highest last out speed number. This filly should hold her own against the boys with four superb peaking workouts. She should be forwardly placed seeking to strike.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#11 Hightail (Maragh / Lukas) could surprise with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and three speedy peaking workouts. This son of mineshaft could dig down deep for a piece of the purse pie.
10 CENT Superfecta
#6 Charming Kitten, #4 Craving Carats / #6, #4 / #1 Almost An Angel, #11 Hightail / #1, #11.
Last Superfecta Sunday (8/26) Results
Del Mar R9. Pacific Classic--G1. We scored a nice sum in our 10 CENT Superfecta box taking down $44.36. Superfecta went 5-9-3-1.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Dullahan, won (1st) for show money of $3.40.
Bankroll mushrooms to $62.41.
Saratoga Race 10 {Anticipation~G2~1 1/16 mile~TURF~2 year old~Stakes}
A talented field of twelve wonderful youngsters will make the start in this graded Turf battle. The race comes up well balanced with speedsters, pressers, trackers and closers. It should be a very exciting race.
#6 Charming Kitten (Castellano / Pletcher) will making his second career start with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and two solid workouts. This son of Kitten's Joy should track the pace and launch a strong effort in the stretch.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#4 Craving Carats (Rosario / Romans) should be forwardly placed sharing the fourth highest last out speed number, holding a three race progression, and putting in two robust workouts. Any son of Street Sense usually puts in an excellent effort.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#1 Almost An Angel (Desormeaux / Ward) has tranversed the TURF well and appears ready to take another step forward with the highest last out speed number. This filly should hold her own against the boys with four superb peaking workouts. She should be forwardly placed seeking to strike.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#11 Hightail (Maragh / Lukas) could surprise with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and three speedy peaking workouts. This son of mineshaft could dig down deep for a piece of the purse pie.
10 CENT Superfecta
#6 Charming Kitten, #4 Craving Carats / #6, #4 / #1 Almost An Angel, #11 Hightail / #1, #11.
Last Superfecta Sunday (8/26) Results
Del Mar R9. Pacific Classic--G1. We scored a nice sum in our 10 CENT Superfecta box taking down $44.36. Superfecta went 5-9-3-1.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Dullahan, won (1st) for show money of $3.40.
Bankroll mushrooms to $62.41.
Sunday, August 26, 2012
Superfecta Sunday at Del Mar, Vol. 3
We go to the shores of the Pacific Ocean to catch some fine horse racing action on this Superfecta Sunday.
Del Mar Race 9 {Pacific Classic~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A great field of ten horses will go to the gate. There is enough speed in here to keep the pace honest with one standout horse possibly leading the way. Let's try to fabricate a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket with this highly talented field.
#9 Game On Dude (Sutherland / Baffert) should be loaded for bear motoring on the front end. He is coming off two fabulous wins inking the highest last out speed numbers. He is well prepped with four superb workouts. As the prsumptive favorite, he will be hard to beat.
#1 Rail Trip (Valdivia / Ellis) should be forwardly placed looking to score a victory with the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three endurance peaking workouts. This guy could challenge with a good run.
#5 Dullahan (Rosario / Romans) is coming into his own as a synthetic specialist. He has a couple of o.k. last out speed numbers over dirt, but he shines on the polytrack. This triple crown nominee is working a two race progression and has put in two swift workouts. He is our bronze horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.
#3 Richard's Kid (Espinoza / Mora) loves the Del Mar track as he is 100% in the money over five races. He holds the second highest last out speed number at a longer route and has put in two tenacious workouts. He could surprise.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#9 Game On Dude + #1 Rail Trip + #5 Dullahan + #3 Richard's Kid.
Stakes Saturday Results
Saratoga R12. Travers--G1. Our first pick, Nonios, finished 5th. Our second pick, Street Life, finished 11th (last). Our third pick, Liaison, finished 9th.
Superfecta went 3-6-11-7 with #6 Alpha and #3 Golden Ticket finishing in a dead heat.
Bankroll tumbles to $19.05.
Del Mar Race 9 {Pacific Classic~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A great field of ten horses will go to the gate. There is enough speed in here to keep the pace honest with one standout horse possibly leading the way. Let's try to fabricate a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket with this highly talented field.
#9 Game On Dude (Sutherland / Baffert) should be loaded for bear motoring on the front end. He is coming off two fabulous wins inking the highest last out speed numbers. He is well prepped with four superb workouts. As the prsumptive favorite, he will be hard to beat.
#1 Rail Trip (Valdivia / Ellis) should be forwardly placed looking to score a victory with the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three endurance peaking workouts. This guy could challenge with a good run.
#5 Dullahan (Rosario / Romans) is coming into his own as a synthetic specialist. He has a couple of o.k. last out speed numbers over dirt, but he shines on the polytrack. This triple crown nominee is working a two race progression and has put in two swift workouts. He is our bronze horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.
#3 Richard's Kid (Espinoza / Mora) loves the Del Mar track as he is 100% in the money over five races. He holds the second highest last out speed number at a longer route and has put in two tenacious workouts. He could surprise.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#9 Game On Dude + #1 Rail Trip + #5 Dullahan + #3 Richard's Kid.
Stakes Saturday Results
Saratoga R12. Travers--G1. Our first pick, Nonios, finished 5th. Our second pick, Street Life, finished 11th (last). Our third pick, Liaison, finished 9th.
Superfecta went 3-6-11-7 with #6 Alpha and #3 Golden Ticket finishing in a dead heat.
Bankroll tumbles to $19.05.
Saturday, August 25, 2012
The Summer Derby at Saratoga
This is it. The Summer Derby arrives at splendid Saratoga. A great Stakes Saturday will unfold.
Saratoga Race 12 {Travers~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
A great field of eleven will go to the start in the "Summer Derby". While many of the top horses in the three year old division have retired due to injury, there are still are strong and vibrant bunch coming up through the ranks. This Travers comes up short on speed, but long on talent making it a challenge for all handicappers. There could be a wild rush of horses turning for home seeking to hit that wire first.
#10 Nonios (J. Velazquez / Hollendorfer) can be expected to be forwardly placed ready to take advantage of a mild, controlled pace. He holds the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three athletic, peaking workouts. He could pull off a winning performance.
$1 WIN / $2 SHOW.
#5 Street Life (Lezcano / C. Brown) will be coming from off the pace with a closing rush. Despite a tepid pace, he could find himself closer to the fowardly placed group. He holds the second highest last out speed number, is working a two race progression, and has put in three robust peaking workouts. This guy has gone a longer distance, in the Belmont Stakes, placing fourth. Expect him to perform admirably.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#9 Liaison (Bejarano / Baffert) is a well traveled colt that could surprise with a personal best three digit speed figure two starts back. He has put in two swift workouts and appears to be ready to race strongly.
$1 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#8 Neck n' Neck (Goncalves / Wilkes) should be in the mix with a couple of strong last out speed numbers and three superb speedy workouts. He holds a triple digit speed number over a dirt surface and seems to enjoy the Saratoga track. Expect him to be forwardly placed ready to enter the stretch fray.
#4 Steelcase (Bridgmohan / Casse) is another that could surprise with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two sturdy, peaking workouts. He could make a nice run from mid-pack.
#6 Alpha (Dominguez / McLaughlin) can be expected show his other dimension as a forwardly placed type. He holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and two efficient workouts. He has to be considered.
10 CENT Superfecta
#10 Nonios / #5 Street Life / #9 Liaison / #8 Neck n' Neck, #4 Steelcase, #6 Alpha .
Friday's Results
Arlington Park R8. Claiming. Our first pick, Our Noble Heart, finished 7th. Our second pick, Kid Chic, finished 6th.
Superfecta went 7-1-4-8.
Bankroll droops to $25.35.
Saratoga Race 12 {Travers~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
A great field of eleven will go to the start in the "Summer Derby". While many of the top horses in the three year old division have retired due to injury, there are still are strong and vibrant bunch coming up through the ranks. This Travers comes up short on speed, but long on talent making it a challenge for all handicappers. There could be a wild rush of horses turning for home seeking to hit that wire first.
#10 Nonios (J. Velazquez / Hollendorfer) can be expected to be forwardly placed ready to take advantage of a mild, controlled pace. He holds the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three athletic, peaking workouts. He could pull off a winning performance.
$1 WIN / $2 SHOW.
#5 Street Life (Lezcano / C. Brown) will be coming from off the pace with a closing rush. Despite a tepid pace, he could find himself closer to the fowardly placed group. He holds the second highest last out speed number, is working a two race progression, and has put in three robust peaking workouts. This guy has gone a longer distance, in the Belmont Stakes, placing fourth. Expect him to perform admirably.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#9 Liaison (Bejarano / Baffert) is a well traveled colt that could surprise with a personal best three digit speed figure two starts back. He has put in two swift workouts and appears to be ready to race strongly.
$1 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#8 Neck n' Neck (Goncalves / Wilkes) should be in the mix with a couple of strong last out speed numbers and three superb speedy workouts. He holds a triple digit speed number over a dirt surface and seems to enjoy the Saratoga track. Expect him to be forwardly placed ready to enter the stretch fray.
#4 Steelcase (Bridgmohan / Casse) is another that could surprise with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two sturdy, peaking workouts. He could make a nice run from mid-pack.
#6 Alpha (Dominguez / McLaughlin) can be expected show his other dimension as a forwardly placed type. He holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and two efficient workouts. He has to be considered.
10 CENT Superfecta
#10 Nonios / #5 Street Life / #9 Liaison / #8 Neck n' Neck, #4 Steelcase, #6 Alpha .
Friday's Results
Arlington Park R8. Claiming. Our first pick, Our Noble Heart, finished 7th. Our second pick, Kid Chic, finished 6th.
Superfecta went 7-1-4-8.
Bankroll droops to $25.35.
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Friday AP Turf
A gorgeous Friday for a splendid Turf race at beautiful Arlington Park.
Arlington Park Race 8 {1 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Claiming}
A nice full field of eleven will compete in this Turf mile. This race comes up a little short on speed which could be pick-pocketed on the front end similar to Little Mike's outstanding performance in the Arlington MILLION. Though this one is a shorter in distance the old adage applies, "pace makes the race".
#3 Our Noble Heart (Graham / Byrne) is back to a route after some dissappointing sprint efforts. He holds the highest speed number at the distance with a 100% in the money over two races. In those efforts he motored on the front end. He has put in two efficient workouts.
$2 SHOW.
#9 Kid Chic (Homeister / Janks) looks to be forwardly placed with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two stout workouts. This gelding could make a good effort on the class drop.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#4 Esoteric (Perez / Catalano) should track the pace with the second highest last out speed number coming off a longer route, a five race progression, and three robust peaking workouts.
#7 Petak Mountain (Albarado / Proctor) is coming off a longer route with the highest last out speed number, is holding a three race progression, and has put in three solid workouts. Should there be enough pace watch him come from out of the clouds.
10 CENT Superfecta
#3 Our Noble Heart, #9 Kid Chic / #3, #9 / #4 Esoteric, #7 Petak Mountain / #4, #7.
Thursday's Results
Saratoga R8. Allowance. Our first pick, Pianist, won (1st) for win money of $2.35 and show money of $1.20. Our second pick, Antonia Autumn, finished 2nd for place money of $1.90 and show money of $1.25. Our third pick, Raise the Flag finished 5th.
Superfecta went 8-5-1-2.
Bankroll gets a little lift to $29.75.
Arlington Park Race 8 {1 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Claiming}
A nice full field of eleven will compete in this Turf mile. This race comes up a little short on speed which could be pick-pocketed on the front end similar to Little Mike's outstanding performance in the Arlington MILLION. Though this one is a shorter in distance the old adage applies, "pace makes the race".
#3 Our Noble Heart (Graham / Byrne) is back to a route after some dissappointing sprint efforts. He holds the highest speed number at the distance with a 100% in the money over two races. In those efforts he motored on the front end. He has put in two efficient workouts.
$2 SHOW.
#9 Kid Chic (Homeister / Janks) looks to be forwardly placed with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two stout workouts. This gelding could make a good effort on the class drop.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#4 Esoteric (Perez / Catalano) should track the pace with the second highest last out speed number coming off a longer route, a five race progression, and three robust peaking workouts.
#7 Petak Mountain (Albarado / Proctor) is coming off a longer route with the highest last out speed number, is holding a three race progression, and has put in three solid workouts. Should there be enough pace watch him come from out of the clouds.
10 CENT Superfecta
#3 Our Noble Heart, #9 Kid Chic / #3, #9 / #4 Esoteric, #7 Petak Mountain / #4, #7.
Thursday's Results
Saratoga R8. Allowance. Our first pick, Pianist, won (1st) for win money of $2.35 and show money of $1.20. Our second pick, Antonia Autumn, finished 2nd for place money of $1.90 and show money of $1.25. Our third pick, Raise the Flag finished 5th.
Superfecta went 8-5-1-2.
Bankroll gets a little lift to $29.75.
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Saratoga Turf Thursday
We are looking at another pleasant horse racing weekend. On this Thursday we go to the Saratoga Turf.
Saratoga Race 8 {1 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Allowance}
A very good field of eight ladies will go to the grass in this allowance feature. The forwardly placed will lead the way with speedy and pressing attacks. Another three entrants will trail hoping to give one solid run to catch the leaders. Any number of these could eek out the win. It should be a nice race.
#8 Pianist (Castellano / C. Brown) should be able to press for the win with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and two solid workouts. She will be making her third start of the form cycle and should peak accordingly.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#5 Antonia Autumn (Dominguez / Clement) will challenge with a mighty closing effort. She holds the second highest last out speed number, is running a two race progression, and has put in three efficient workouts.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#4 Raise the Flag (J. Velazquez / McGaughey) will also track and close for a fine effort. She holds the third highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and two robust workouts.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#1 Kitty Wine (Lezcano / Kenneally) should be in the hunt sharing the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two athletic workouts. She should share the chief pressing duties and could fly down the lane.
10 CENT Superfecta
#8 Pianist, #5 Antonia Autumn / #8, #5 / #4 Raise the Flag, #1 Kitty Wine / #4, #1.
Last Superfecta Sunday (8/19) Results
Del Mar R6. Rancho Bernardo--G3. We missed the 10 CENT Superfecta Box by one wagering interest. Superfecta went 2-7-1-3.
Our Bronze horseshoe selection, Sugarinthemorning, finished 2nd for show money of $2.60.
Bankroll gets skinned a bit to $28.45.
Saratoga Race 8 {1 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Allowance}
A very good field of eight ladies will go to the grass in this allowance feature. The forwardly placed will lead the way with speedy and pressing attacks. Another three entrants will trail hoping to give one solid run to catch the leaders. Any number of these could eek out the win. It should be a nice race.
#8 Pianist (Castellano / C. Brown) should be able to press for the win with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and two solid workouts. She will be making her third start of the form cycle and should peak accordingly.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#5 Antonia Autumn (Dominguez / Clement) will challenge with a mighty closing effort. She holds the second highest last out speed number, is running a two race progression, and has put in three efficient workouts.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#4 Raise the Flag (J. Velazquez / McGaughey) will also track and close for a fine effort. She holds the third highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and two robust workouts.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#1 Kitty Wine (Lezcano / Kenneally) should be in the hunt sharing the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two athletic workouts. She should share the chief pressing duties and could fly down the lane.
10 CENT Superfecta
#8 Pianist, #5 Antonia Autumn / #8, #5 / #4 Raise the Flag, #1 Kitty Wine / #4, #1.
Last Superfecta Sunday (8/19) Results
Del Mar R6. Rancho Bernardo--G3. We missed the 10 CENT Superfecta Box by one wagering interest. Superfecta went 2-7-1-3.
Our Bronze horseshoe selection, Sugarinthemorning, finished 2nd for show money of $2.60.
Bankroll gets skinned a bit to $28.45.
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Superfecta Sunday at Del Mar: Volume 2
What a splendid Arlington Million card, yesterday. Certainly, one of the premiere days of racing in North America.
Now we go patiently into our Superfecta Sunday, where we will take another shot at stitching together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket. Let's give it our best.
Del Mar Race 6 {Rancho Bernardo~G3~6 1/2 furlongs~3 year old Up~fillie/mares~Stakes}
A field of seven closely matched fillies and mares will strut to the start in this annual stakes race. It will be speed laden which may benefit those that stay close to the pace and swoop through the stretch. It should be a good one.
#1 Rumor (Gomez / Mandella) will sit right off the pace with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four sensational workouts. She is coming off a ninety day rest and should fire fresh.
#7 Sugarinthemorning (M. Garcia / McAnally) will also come from off the pace with the fourth highest last out speed number and four strong peaking workouts. She appears ready to take another step forward. This gal will be our bronze horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.
#5 Moonstruck Maya (Nakatani / P. Miller) will be part of the speed that should hang on for a piece. She holds the third highest last out speed number and three superb workouts that include two bullets.
#2 Winding Way (Bejarano / Gaines) will also share front running duties with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two solid workouts. She will be making her third career start which should allow her to improve yet again.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#1 Rumor + #7 Sugarinthemorning + #5 Moonstruck Maya + #2 Winding Way.
Stakes Saturday Results
Arlington Park R8. Secretariat--G1. Our first pick, Bayrir [FR], won (1st) for win money of $8.40 and show money of $5.40. Our second pick, Silver Max, finished 5th. Our third pick, Daddy Long Legs, finished 8th (last).
Superfecta went 7-4-2-1.
Arlington Park R11. ARLINGTON MILLION--G1. Our first pick, Crackerjack King [IRE], finsihed 5th. Our second pick, Afsare [GB], finished 2nd for place money of $6.60 and show money of $4.80. Our third pick, Treasure Beach [GB] finished 6th.
Superfecta went 4-3-1-5.
Bankroll gets a nudge to $30.25
Now we go patiently into our Superfecta Sunday, where we will take another shot at stitching together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket. Let's give it our best.
Del Mar Race 6 {Rancho Bernardo~G3~6 1/2 furlongs~3 year old Up~fillie/mares~Stakes}
A field of seven closely matched fillies and mares will strut to the start in this annual stakes race. It will be speed laden which may benefit those that stay close to the pace and swoop through the stretch. It should be a good one.
#1 Rumor (Gomez / Mandella) will sit right off the pace with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four sensational workouts. She is coming off a ninety day rest and should fire fresh.
#7 Sugarinthemorning (M. Garcia / McAnally) will also come from off the pace with the fourth highest last out speed number and four strong peaking workouts. She appears ready to take another step forward. This gal will be our bronze horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.
#5 Moonstruck Maya (Nakatani / P. Miller) will be part of the speed that should hang on for a piece. She holds the third highest last out speed number and three superb workouts that include two bullets.
#2 Winding Way (Bejarano / Gaines) will also share front running duties with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two solid workouts. She will be making her third career start which should allow her to improve yet again.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#1 Rumor + #7 Sugarinthemorning + #5 Moonstruck Maya + #2 Winding Way.
Stakes Saturday Results
Arlington Park R8. Secretariat--G1. Our first pick, Bayrir [FR], won (1st) for win money of $8.40 and show money of $5.40. Our second pick, Silver Max, finished 5th. Our third pick, Daddy Long Legs, finished 8th (last).
Superfecta went 7-4-2-1.
Arlington Park R11. ARLINGTON MILLION--G1. Our first pick, Crackerjack King [IRE], finsihed 5th. Our second pick, Afsare [GB], finished 2nd for place money of $6.60 and show money of $4.80. Our third pick, Treasure Beach [GB] finished 6th.
Superfecta went 4-3-1-5.
Bankroll gets a nudge to $30.25
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Million Day 2012 at Arlington Park
It's a beautiful Stakes Saturday with competitive stakes races all over America, but none better than the Arlington Million at splendiferous Arlington Park. The stakes undercard will be thrilling as well. Today we will look at the Secretariat and the Arlington Million. There are two factors to hone in for the Arlington Park race card today. First, the Euros should be dominate in any of the races they appear in. Second, keep an eye on the outstanding Arlington Park jockey James Graham and the horses he will be riding. James always seems to be at peak performance on big race days.
Arlington Park Race 8 {Secretariat~G1~1 1/4 mile~TURF~3 year old~Stakes}
A super field of eight will stride out to the gate. Half the field has speed and the other half will be coming from off the pace. It should be a very exciting race.
#7 Bayrir [FR] (Lemaire / De Royer-Dupre) is looking for a dominating performance with enough pace in the race to kick it in. He has run two fabulous last out races overseas, is working a three race progression and has a 75% win rate in four career races.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.
#8 Silver Max (Albarado / Romans) will challenge with solid speed having won six in a row. He holds the third highest last out speed number, an incredible 93% in the money record in thirteen career starts, and has put in two stout workouts. This speedster will attempt to wire the field.
$2 PLACE / $2 SHOW.
#6 Daddy Long Legs (O'Donoghue / O'Brien) has traveled and raced the world including a disappointing finish in this years Kentucky Derby. He has performed two decent last out races overseas and holds the highest racing post rating. This Kentucky bred Euro-star could stay close to the pace and strike in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#4 Finnegan's Wake (Lezcano / Romans) should be in the hunt with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two athletic workouts. He should have a nice closing run.
10 CENT Superfecta
#7 Bayrir [FR] / #8 Silver Max / #6 Daddy Long Legs / #4 Finnegan's Wake.
Arlington Park Race 11 {Arlington Million~G1~1 1/4 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A classy field of eleven will venture onto the grass for Arlington Park's premiere Turf event. The race comes up light on speed with a couple of pressers added to the front end. The balance of this terrific field will be tracking and closing. Expect the Euro invaders to dominate the race. As always, this race will be the most exhilerating race of Stakes Saturday.
#9 Crackerjack King [IRE] (O'Donoghue / Botti) has a slight edge with a couple of excellent last out races in Britain and Italy. He holds the highest Racing Post rating at the distance and has an enviable 78% win record in nine career starts. Watch him track and close.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.
#3 Afsare [GB] (Fallon / Cumani) will challenge with two strong last out efforts in Great Britain, a four race progression, and one strong workout over the Arlington Park track. He is another that will track the pace and launch a solid run in the stretch.
$2 WIN / $2 SHOW.
#6 Treasure Beach [GB] (Spencer / O'Brien) is last years winner of the Secretariat and will also pose a mighty challenge. He is well traveled and posted a triple digit speed number on the Arlington Park Turf in that race last year. This guy posted a decent last out Racing Post number at a longer route. Expect him to track the pace with the rest of the Euro group.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#2 Boisterous (Lezcano / McGaughey) will probably be the only American racer that will be in the mix with the second highest (3-way tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three robust peaking workouts. He is another that should track the pace ready to explode coming into the turn.
#8 Wigmore Hall [IRE] (Turner / Bell) will be in the hunt coming off a decent performance in a longer route race in Great Britain. He is working a two race progression and holds the fourth highest (tie) speed number at AP among this group. He should loom prominently while pressing the pace.
10 CENT Superfecta
#9 Crackerjack King [IRE] / #3 Afsare [GB] / #6 Treasure Beach [GB] / #2 Boisterous, #8 Wigmore Hall [IRE]
Friday's Results
Saratoga R4. Yaddo Stakes. Our first pick, Hessonite, won (1st) for win money of $2.30 and show money of $1.20. Our second pick, Gitchee Goomie, finished 4th. Our third pick, Elusive Rumour, finished 3rd for show money of $2.75.
Superfecta went 5-7-3-1.
Bankroll gets a little lift to $27.35.
Arlington Park Race 8 {Secretariat~G1~1 1/4 mile~TURF~3 year old~Stakes}
A super field of eight will stride out to the gate. Half the field has speed and the other half will be coming from off the pace. It should be a very exciting race.
#7 Bayrir [FR] (Lemaire / De Royer-Dupre) is looking for a dominating performance with enough pace in the race to kick it in. He has run two fabulous last out races overseas, is working a three race progression and has a 75% win rate in four career races.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.
#8 Silver Max (Albarado / Romans) will challenge with solid speed having won six in a row. He holds the third highest last out speed number, an incredible 93% in the money record in thirteen career starts, and has put in two stout workouts. This speedster will attempt to wire the field.
$2 PLACE / $2 SHOW.
#6 Daddy Long Legs (O'Donoghue / O'Brien) has traveled and raced the world including a disappointing finish in this years Kentucky Derby. He has performed two decent last out races overseas and holds the highest racing post rating. This Kentucky bred Euro-star could stay close to the pace and strike in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#4 Finnegan's Wake (Lezcano / Romans) should be in the hunt with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two athletic workouts. He should have a nice closing run.
10 CENT Superfecta
#7 Bayrir [FR] / #8 Silver Max / #6 Daddy Long Legs / #4 Finnegan's Wake.
Arlington Park Race 11 {Arlington Million~G1~1 1/4 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A classy field of eleven will venture onto the grass for Arlington Park's premiere Turf event. The race comes up light on speed with a couple of pressers added to the front end. The balance of this terrific field will be tracking and closing. Expect the Euro invaders to dominate the race. As always, this race will be the most exhilerating race of Stakes Saturday.
#9 Crackerjack King [IRE] (O'Donoghue / Botti) has a slight edge with a couple of excellent last out races in Britain and Italy. He holds the highest Racing Post rating at the distance and has an enviable 78% win record in nine career starts. Watch him track and close.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.
#3 Afsare [GB] (Fallon / Cumani) will challenge with two strong last out efforts in Great Britain, a four race progression, and one strong workout over the Arlington Park track. He is another that will track the pace and launch a solid run in the stretch.
$2 WIN / $2 SHOW.
#6 Treasure Beach [GB] (Spencer / O'Brien) is last years winner of the Secretariat and will also pose a mighty challenge. He is well traveled and posted a triple digit speed number on the Arlington Park Turf in that race last year. This guy posted a decent last out Racing Post number at a longer route. Expect him to track the pace with the rest of the Euro group.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#2 Boisterous (Lezcano / McGaughey) will probably be the only American racer that will be in the mix with the second highest (3-way tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three robust peaking workouts. He is another that should track the pace ready to explode coming into the turn.
#8 Wigmore Hall [IRE] (Turner / Bell) will be in the hunt coming off a decent performance in a longer route race in Great Britain. He is working a two race progression and holds the fourth highest (tie) speed number at AP among this group. He should loom prominently while pressing the pace.
10 CENT Superfecta
#9 Crackerjack King [IRE] / #3 Afsare [GB] / #6 Treasure Beach [GB] / #2 Boisterous, #8 Wigmore Hall [IRE]
Friday's Results
Saratoga R4. Yaddo Stakes. Our first pick, Hessonite, won (1st) for win money of $2.30 and show money of $1.20. Our second pick, Gitchee Goomie, finished 4th. Our third pick, Elusive Rumour, finished 3rd for show money of $2.75.
Superfecta went 5-7-3-1.
Bankroll gets a little lift to $27.35.
Thursday, August 16, 2012
Friday Turf at Saratoga
On the eve before Arlington Million Day at gorgeous Arlington Park, we will tune up with a fine Turf contest at lovely Saratoga.
Saratoga Race 4 {Yaddo~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}
A superb field of seven will step on to the grass for this Turf stakes race. There will be speed. The field appears evenly divided between forwardly placed and those coming off the pace, though. It should be a good one.
#5 Hessonite (Dominguez / Donk) looks a tad stronger than the rest of the group. She holds the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two solid workouts. She should come from off the pace with a dashing run.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#1 Gitchee Goomie (A. Garcia / Violette) will challenge mightily with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two superb, peaking workouts. She is another that will run swiftly from off the pace.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#3 Elusive Rumour (Alvarado / Albertrani) will show speed and should be able to hold on. She holds the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two robust workouts. This gal could improve again.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#7 Mystic City (C. Velasquez / Ferraro) could be another speedster that holds on for a piece. She has the fifth highest last out speed number and has put in one bullet workout.
10 CENT Superfecta
#5 Hessonite / #1 Gitchee Goomie / #3 Elusive Rumour / #7 Mystic City.
Thursday's Results
Saratoga R10. West Point Stakes. Our selection, Street Game, failed to fire and finished 5th.
Superfecta went 5-2-7-1.
Bankroll tumbles to $0.20. We will supplement with an additional $26.00 going into the Arlington Million Day.
Saratoga Race 4 {Yaddo~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}
A superb field of seven will step on to the grass for this Turf stakes race. There will be speed. The field appears evenly divided between forwardly placed and those coming off the pace, though. It should be a good one.
#5 Hessonite (Dominguez / Donk) looks a tad stronger than the rest of the group. She holds the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two solid workouts. She should come from off the pace with a dashing run.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#1 Gitchee Goomie (A. Garcia / Violette) will challenge mightily with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two superb, peaking workouts. She is another that will run swiftly from off the pace.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#3 Elusive Rumour (Alvarado / Albertrani) will show speed and should be able to hold on. She holds the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two robust workouts. This gal could improve again.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#7 Mystic City (C. Velasquez / Ferraro) could be another speedster that holds on for a piece. She has the fifth highest last out speed number and has put in one bullet workout.
10 CENT Superfecta
#5 Hessonite / #1 Gitchee Goomie / #3 Elusive Rumour / #7 Mystic City.
Thursday's Results
Saratoga R10. West Point Stakes. Our selection, Street Game, failed to fire and finished 5th.
Superfecta went 5-2-7-1.
Bankroll tumbles to $0.20. We will supplement with an additional $26.00 going into the Arlington Million Day.
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
Saratoga Thursday Turf
To open up our horse racing weekend we go to the turf at the beautiful "Spa".
Saratoga Race 10 {Westpoint~1 1/16 mile~inner TURF~3 year old Up~NY~Stakes}
A very nice group of eight New York bred will battle on the Turf. There is plenty of speed in here to set up the race for those coming from off the pace. It should be an exciting race. We will wager small today to keep within the budget. Stakes Saturday will be preserved for the Arlington Million at Arlington Park, where there will be a fantastic undercard.
#8 Street Game (Dominguez / Serpe) looks very strong with the highest (3-way tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and three superior, peaking workouts. This Street Cry colt will be coming swiftly from off the pace.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#7 Compliance Officer (Castellano / B. Brown) should be the favorite sharing the highest last out speed number and putting in three stellar workouts. He does have the highest speed number at the distance. This guy will be in the battle with those coming from off the pace.
#3 Abilio (A. Garcia / Rice) may the speedster that stays on for a piece of the purse pie. He also shares the highest last out speed number, holds a two race progression, and has put in a stable workout. He looks ready to rumble.
#5 Lubash (Lezcano / Clement) is another speedy presser type that could stay on with the second highest last out speed number and two credible workouts. He looks ready to take another step forward with this race.
10 CENT Superfecta
#7 Compliance Officer, #8 Street Game / #7, #8 / #3 Abilio, #5 Lubash / #3, #5.
Last Superfecta Sunday (8/12) Results
Saratoga R8. Allowance. Only two of our selections appeared among the Superfecta four. Superfecta went 9-1-6-5. Our bronze horseshoe runner, Bourbonstreetgirl, finished 10th (last).
Bankroll plummets to $2.60.
Saratoga Race 10 {Westpoint~1 1/16 mile~inner TURF~3 year old Up~NY~Stakes}
A very nice group of eight New York bred will battle on the Turf. There is plenty of speed in here to set up the race for those coming from off the pace. It should be an exciting race. We will wager small today to keep within the budget. Stakes Saturday will be preserved for the Arlington Million at Arlington Park, where there will be a fantastic undercard.
#8 Street Game (Dominguez / Serpe) looks very strong with the highest (3-way tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and three superior, peaking workouts. This Street Cry colt will be coming swiftly from off the pace.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#7 Compliance Officer (Castellano / B. Brown) should be the favorite sharing the highest last out speed number and putting in three stellar workouts. He does have the highest speed number at the distance. This guy will be in the battle with those coming from off the pace.
#3 Abilio (A. Garcia / Rice) may the speedster that stays on for a piece of the purse pie. He also shares the highest last out speed number, holds a two race progression, and has put in a stable workout. He looks ready to rumble.
#5 Lubash (Lezcano / Clement) is another speedy presser type that could stay on with the second highest last out speed number and two credible workouts. He looks ready to take another step forward with this race.
10 CENT Superfecta
#7 Compliance Officer, #8 Street Game / #7, #8 / #3 Abilio, #5 Lubash / #3, #5.
Last Superfecta Sunday (8/12) Results
Saratoga R8. Allowance. Only two of our selections appeared among the Superfecta four. Superfecta went 9-1-6-5. Our bronze horseshoe runner, Bourbonstreetgirl, finished 10th (last).
Bankroll plummets to $2.60.
Sunday, August 12, 2012
Superfecta Sunday at Saratoga, Round Two
Another Superfecta Sunday swims in. Today we take a look at a very competitive TURF allowance race at that elegant Summer place, Saratoga.
Saratoga Race 8 {1 1/16 mile~inner TURF~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Allowance}
An evenly talented group of ten ladies are expected to make the start in this Turf feature. There is a limited amount of speedsters in this one, but a fine group of those that like to settle mid-pack. A soundly competitive group will enhance the difficulty of plotting our 10 CENT Superfecta box. It should be a fun one.
#6 Heart of Destiny (Prado / Baker) may have a slight edge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four powerful, peaking workouts. This gal has a win over the Saratoga course and should put in a nice tracking run.
#1 Glamour N Glory (Dominguez / Fawkes) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two modest workouts. She should close well with an honest pace ahead of her.
#3 Bourbonstreetgirl (Napravnik / Contessa) should surprise with the third highest speed number at the distance, a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a three race progression, and two quality, peaking workouts. She is our bronze horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.
#8 And Why Not (Rosario / Matz) surely will be in the hunt with the fourth highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two efficient workouts. She is another that could close swiftly.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#6 Heart of Destiny + #1 Glamour N Glory + #3 Bourbonstreetgirl + #8 And Why Not.
Stakes Saturday Results
Saratoga R11. Four Star Dave Handicap--G2. Our first pick, Get Stormy, finished 3rd for show money of $3.00. Our second pick, Wise Dan, won (1st) for place money of $1.65 and show money of $1.20. Our third pick, Data Link, was scratched.
We scuttled our 10 CENT Superfecta due to the scratch. Superfecta went 2-7-3-4.
Del Mar R8. La Jolla handicap--G2. Our selection, Blingo, finished 4th in this small field of four.
No 10 CENT Superfecta offered for this race.
Bankroll drops to $7.00.
Saratoga Race 8 {1 1/16 mile~inner TURF~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Allowance}
An evenly talented group of ten ladies are expected to make the start in this Turf feature. There is a limited amount of speedsters in this one, but a fine group of those that like to settle mid-pack. A soundly competitive group will enhance the difficulty of plotting our 10 CENT Superfecta box. It should be a fun one.
#6 Heart of Destiny (Prado / Baker) may have a slight edge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four powerful, peaking workouts. This gal has a win over the Saratoga course and should put in a nice tracking run.
#1 Glamour N Glory (Dominguez / Fawkes) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two modest workouts. She should close well with an honest pace ahead of her.
#3 Bourbonstreetgirl (Napravnik / Contessa) should surprise with the third highest speed number at the distance, a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a three race progression, and two quality, peaking workouts. She is our bronze horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.
#8 And Why Not (Rosario / Matz) surely will be in the hunt with the fourth highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two efficient workouts. She is another that could close swiftly.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#6 Heart of Destiny + #1 Glamour N Glory + #3 Bourbonstreetgirl + #8 And Why Not.
Stakes Saturday Results
Saratoga R11. Four Star Dave Handicap--G2. Our first pick, Get Stormy, finished 3rd for show money of $3.00. Our second pick, Wise Dan, won (1st) for place money of $1.65 and show money of $1.20. Our third pick, Data Link, was scratched.
We scuttled our 10 CENT Superfecta due to the scratch. Superfecta went 2-7-3-4.
Del Mar R8. La Jolla handicap--G2. Our selection, Blingo, finished 4th in this small field of four.
No 10 CENT Superfecta offered for this race.
Bankroll drops to $7.00.
Saturday, August 11, 2012
Four Star Stakes Saturday
A terrific Stakes Saturday is on tap today. The Arilington Million is only a week a way and there will be TURF. Today we will warm up with a couple of Turf try's at Saratoga and Del Mar.
Saratoga Race 11 {Four Star Dave~G2~1 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A great field of nine will make their way onto the Saratoga inner Turf course. A good deal of speed will give this race an honest pace.
#3 Get Stormy (Castro / Bush) should be able to control the pace with a close-up forwardly placed run. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route and has put in the best workout tab of three high octane workouts. Additionally, he loves, loves, loves the Saratoga course.
$1 WIN / $2 SHOW.
#2 Wise Dan (J. Velazquez / Lopresti) will be fearsome challenger with the highest last out speed number at a longer route and three tenacious workouts. He should press the pace and strike hard in the stretch.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#1 Data Link (Solis / McGaughey) should also be in the mix with the third highest last out speed number at a longer route and three robust workouts. He could be the beneficiary of a tepid pace.
$1 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#8 Upgrade (Rosario / Nihei) will be in the hunt with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three hearty workouts. He should be part of the forwardly placed group ready to make a good effort into the turn.
#7 Corporate Jungle (Castellano / C. Brown) will also enjoin the turf battle with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and four superb workouts. He should track the pace and get a first jump on the pace setters.
10 CENT Superfecta
#3 Get Stormy / #2 Wise Dan / #1 Data Link / #8 Upgrade, #7 Corporate Jungle.
Del Mar Race 8 {La Jolla Handicap~G2~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year old~Stakes}
An interesting race will unfold with a tiny field of four. Any one of these four talented horses are capable of winning. It will be a speed laden turf romp which could open it up for the sole closer.
#1 Blingo (Smith / Shirreffs) might have a pace advantage as the others in here will be producing some afterburn with their speedy styles. He will be stretching out in distance and has put in two endurance enhancing workouts. Could surprise these guys.
$2 WIN / $2 SHOW.
All others in this field, #2 Old Time Hockey (Talamo / Shirreffs), #4 Chips All In (Gomez / Mullins), and #5 My Best Brother (M. Garcia / Canani) should be considered in this great race.
NO 10 CENT Superfecta
Small field precludes this one from having a 10 CENT Superfecta.
Friday's Results
Saratoga R9. Hall of Fame Stakes--G2. This one went off the TURF and onto the muck. Our first pick, Daddy Nose Best, finished 3rd for show money of $1.35. Our second pick, Quick Wit, won (1st) for place money of $3.50 and show money of $1.85. Our third pick, Optimizer, finished 5th.
There was NO 10 CENT Superfecta for this race.
Bankroll gets a bump to $10.15.
Saratoga Race 11 {Four Star Dave~G2~1 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A great field of nine will make their way onto the Saratoga inner Turf course. A good deal of speed will give this race an honest pace.
#3 Get Stormy (Castro / Bush) should be able to control the pace with a close-up forwardly placed run. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route and has put in the best workout tab of three high octane workouts. Additionally, he loves, loves, loves the Saratoga course.
$1 WIN / $2 SHOW.
#2 Wise Dan (J. Velazquez / Lopresti) will be fearsome challenger with the highest last out speed number at a longer route and three tenacious workouts. He should press the pace and strike hard in the stretch.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#1 Data Link (Solis / McGaughey) should also be in the mix with the third highest last out speed number at a longer route and three robust workouts. He could be the beneficiary of a tepid pace.
$1 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#8 Upgrade (Rosario / Nihei) will be in the hunt with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three hearty workouts. He should be part of the forwardly placed group ready to make a good effort into the turn.
#7 Corporate Jungle (Castellano / C. Brown) will also enjoin the turf battle with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and four superb workouts. He should track the pace and get a first jump on the pace setters.
10 CENT Superfecta
#3 Get Stormy / #2 Wise Dan / #1 Data Link / #8 Upgrade, #7 Corporate Jungle.
Del Mar Race 8 {La Jolla Handicap~G2~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year old~Stakes}
An interesting race will unfold with a tiny field of four. Any one of these four talented horses are capable of winning. It will be a speed laden turf romp which could open it up for the sole closer.
#1 Blingo (Smith / Shirreffs) might have a pace advantage as the others in here will be producing some afterburn with their speedy styles. He will be stretching out in distance and has put in two endurance enhancing workouts. Could surprise these guys.
$2 WIN / $2 SHOW.
All others in this field, #2 Old Time Hockey (Talamo / Shirreffs), #4 Chips All In (Gomez / Mullins), and #5 My Best Brother (M. Garcia / Canani) should be considered in this great race.
NO 10 CENT Superfecta
Small field precludes this one from having a 10 CENT Superfecta.
Friday's Results
Saratoga R9. Hall of Fame Stakes--G2. This one went off the TURF and onto the muck. Our first pick, Daddy Nose Best, finished 3rd for show money of $1.35. Our second pick, Quick Wit, won (1st) for place money of $3.50 and show money of $1.85. Our third pick, Optimizer, finished 5th.
There was NO 10 CENT Superfecta for this race.
Bankroll gets a bump to $10.15.
Thursday, August 9, 2012
Friday Saratoga Turf
Cheers to Friday Turf. We look at a wonderful Turf contest at magnificent Saratoga.
Saratoga Race 9 {Hall of Fame~G2~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year old~Stakes}
A superb field of eight will venture to the gate for this annual Turf contest. It looks like a smattering of Thunderstorms may make their way through. Hopefully this one will stay on the Turf. Solid speed will be evident which should set it up nicely for the trackers and closers.
#7 Daddy Nose Best (Dominguez / Asmussen) looks ready to romp. It his race to lose as the class of the field. He holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and one excellent workout. He will be closing fast into a scorching pace.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#6 Quick Wit (Lanerie / Romans) could challenge with the third highest speed number at the distance, a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a four race progression, and three robust workouts. He can be expected to track and close into a hot pace.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#1A Optimizer (Alvarado / Lukas) should join the closing party with the second highest last out speed number at a longer route, a two race progression, and three hardy workouts. This guy could step up again.
$1 SHOW.
NO 10 CENT Superfecta for this Race
Thursday's Results
Saratoga R9. Statue of Liberty Stakes. Our first pick, Why Take a Chance, finished 4th. Our second pick, Manero, finished 2nd for place money of $2.55 and show money of $2.00. Our third pick, I Bet Toni Knows, was scratched.
Superfecta went 4-6-5-1.
Bankroll gains a few cents moving up to $8.45.
Saratoga Race 9 {Hall of Fame~G2~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year old~Stakes}
A superb field of eight will venture to the gate for this annual Turf contest. It looks like a smattering of Thunderstorms may make their way through. Hopefully this one will stay on the Turf. Solid speed will be evident which should set it up nicely for the trackers and closers.
#7 Daddy Nose Best (Dominguez / Asmussen) looks ready to romp. It his race to lose as the class of the field. He holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and one excellent workout. He will be closing fast into a scorching pace.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#6 Quick Wit (Lanerie / Romans) could challenge with the third highest speed number at the distance, a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a four race progression, and three robust workouts. He can be expected to track and close into a hot pace.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#1A Optimizer (Alvarado / Lukas) should join the closing party with the second highest last out speed number at a longer route, a two race progression, and three hardy workouts. This guy could step up again.
$1 SHOW.
NO 10 CENT Superfecta for this Race
Thursday's Results
Saratoga R9. Statue of Liberty Stakes. Our first pick, Why Take a Chance, finished 4th. Our second pick, Manero, finished 2nd for place money of $2.55 and show money of $2.00. Our third pick, I Bet Toni Knows, was scratched.
Superfecta went 4-6-5-1.
Bankroll gains a few cents moving up to $8.45.
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Saratoga Liberty
We open our horse racing weekend with a fine Saratoga race for 3 year old fillies.
Saratoga Race 9 {Statue of Liberty~1 mile~inner TURF~3 year old~fillies~Stakes}
A talented field of ten will line up for this grass feature. Most of the field appears to be fowardly placed types. It should be a very good Turf battle.
#1 Why Take a Chance (Castellano / McPeek) looks to have a slight edge with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three robust, peaking workouts. She does have the tactical speed to get the job done.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#6 Manero (Lezcano / Serpe) will challenge with a decent couple of last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and three athletic workouts. She should be with the forward group ready to make a move in the turn.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#10 I Bet Toni Knows (Alvarado / Reed) is another that will challenge with the second highest last ouspeed number, a two race progression, and two hearty workouts. This gal is one of the few that will track and close.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#4 My Jopia (Dominguez / Schettino) can be expected to be in the mix with the third highest last out speed number off a Turf sprint, a two race progression, and two diligent workouts. She will join the forwardly placed group fighting hard for position.
10 CENT Superfecta
#1 Why Take a Chance / #6 Manero / #10 I Bet Toni Knows / #4 My Jopia.
Last Superfecta Sunday's (8/5) Results
Saratoga R10. Alfred G. Vanderbilt--G1. We completely missed the 10 CENT Superfecta box as not one of our selections made it into the top four. Superfecta went 5-3-2-8.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Rothko, finished 5th.
Bankroll takes a hit and falls to $7.90.
Saratoga Race 9 {Statue of Liberty~1 mile~inner TURF~3 year old~fillies~Stakes}
A talented field of ten will line up for this grass feature. Most of the field appears to be fowardly placed types. It should be a very good Turf battle.
#1 Why Take a Chance (Castellano / McPeek) looks to have a slight edge with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three robust, peaking workouts. She does have the tactical speed to get the job done.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#6 Manero (Lezcano / Serpe) will challenge with a decent couple of last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and three athletic workouts. She should be with the forward group ready to make a move in the turn.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#10 I Bet Toni Knows (Alvarado / Reed) is another that will challenge with the second highest last ouspeed number, a two race progression, and two hearty workouts. This gal is one of the few that will track and close.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#4 My Jopia (Dominguez / Schettino) can be expected to be in the mix with the third highest last out speed number off a Turf sprint, a two race progression, and two diligent workouts. She will join the forwardly placed group fighting hard for position.
10 CENT Superfecta
#1 Why Take a Chance / #6 Manero / #10 I Bet Toni Knows / #4 My Jopia.
Last Superfecta Sunday's (8/5) Results
Saratoga R10. Alfred G. Vanderbilt--G1. We completely missed the 10 CENT Superfecta box as not one of our selections made it into the top four. Superfecta went 5-3-2-8.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Rothko, finished 5th.
Bankroll takes a hit and falls to $7.90.
Sunday, August 5, 2012
Superfecta Sunday at Saratoga
On this lovely Superfecta Sunday we take a peek at sensational Saratoga for a grade one sprint.
Saratoga Race 10 {Alfred G. Vanderbilt~G1~6 furlongs~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A spectacular field of eight great horses will hit the starting gate. A very talented field will make this one a tricky race to handicap. Aside from the millionaire, Shackleford, any one of these guys can step up with a top-notch effort. The field happens to be evenly divided between speedsters and those that like to stay close to the pace. Should be a terrific race. Let's try to sew together our first Saratoga Superfecta box of the season.
#1 Shackleford (J. Velazquez / Romans) is the class of the field with the highest last out speed number at a mile route, a two race progression, and four sound peaking workouts. This guy could lead them through or press the pace and kick it home. Doesn't neccessarily have to win with over $2 million banked already.
#2 Emcee (A Garcia / McLaughlin) could give the big guy a run for his money coming off a layoff with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three superb workouts. He could tuck in right behind the leader and explode in the stretch.
#4 Rothko (Leparoux / Asmussen) will challenge with a couple of very good last out speed numbers entering into his third race of the form cycle and putting in four strong peaking workouts. This guy could surprise with a sneaky forwardly placed run. He is our bronze horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Sloane Ranger (Lezcano / Giresa) should be in the mix coming off a route with the fourth highest last out speed number, holding a five race progression, and putting in one special workout. He has enough tactical speed to stay in this one.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#1 Shackleford + #2 Emcee + #4 Rothko + #6 Sloane Ranger.
Stakes Saturday Results
Saratoga R10. Whitney Invitational--G1. Our first pick, Rule, did poorly finishing 9th (last). Our second pick, Hymn Book, finished 4th. Our third pick, Flat Out, finished 3rd for show money of $1.70.
Superfecta went 9-6-7-8.
Bankroll takes a dive to $2.30. Slumping badly, we will supplement it with a ten spot for today and a better horse racing weekend next week.
Saratoga Race 10 {Alfred G. Vanderbilt~G1~6 furlongs~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A spectacular field of eight great horses will hit the starting gate. A very talented field will make this one a tricky race to handicap. Aside from the millionaire, Shackleford, any one of these guys can step up with a top-notch effort. The field happens to be evenly divided between speedsters and those that like to stay close to the pace. Should be a terrific race. Let's try to sew together our first Saratoga Superfecta box of the season.
#1 Shackleford (J. Velazquez / Romans) is the class of the field with the highest last out speed number at a mile route, a two race progression, and four sound peaking workouts. This guy could lead them through or press the pace and kick it home. Doesn't neccessarily have to win with over $2 million banked already.
#2 Emcee (A Garcia / McLaughlin) could give the big guy a run for his money coming off a layoff with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three superb workouts. He could tuck in right behind the leader and explode in the stretch.
#4 Rothko (Leparoux / Asmussen) will challenge with a couple of very good last out speed numbers entering into his third race of the form cycle and putting in four strong peaking workouts. This guy could surprise with a sneaky forwardly placed run. He is our bronze horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Sloane Ranger (Lezcano / Giresa) should be in the mix coming off a route with the fourth highest last out speed number, holding a five race progression, and putting in one special workout. He has enough tactical speed to stay in this one.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#1 Shackleford + #2 Emcee + #4 Rothko + #6 Sloane Ranger.
Stakes Saturday Results
Saratoga R10. Whitney Invitational--G1. Our first pick, Rule, did poorly finishing 9th (last). Our second pick, Hymn Book, finished 4th. Our third pick, Flat Out, finished 3rd for show money of $1.70.
Superfecta went 9-6-7-8.
Bankroll takes a dive to $2.30. Slumping badly, we will supplement it with a ten spot for today and a better horse racing weekend next week.
Saturday, August 4, 2012
Winning Whitney at Saratoga
An impressive Stakes Saturday at the Spa. We take a peek at the Whitney that has a star studded cast of horses.
Saratoga Race 10 {Whitney Invitational~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
An incredible field of nine great stakes winning horses line up for this annual summer race.
There will be speed. And there will be a contingent of horses coming from off the pace. This should be one of the best races of the summer.
#1 Rule (Bravo / Pletcher) might have a slight edge if he can moderate the pace right behind the leaders. He holds the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression (from last year to this year), and two robust workouts. Making his second start of the year he could press the pace and have first strike on the leaders.
$1 WIN / $2 SHOW.
#8 Hymn Book (J. Velazquez / McGaughey) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and one solid workout. He will be part of the group of runners coming from off the pace. Could impress.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#7 Flat Out (Napravnik / Mott) could have the benefit of a swift pace with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and two aggressive workouts. He holds the highest speed number over the track and loves Saratoga. He will be closing fast.
$1 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#2 Hunters Bay (Wilson / Baker) could be the big surprise with a decent last out speed number at a longer route and three tremendous peaking workouts. Coming off three strong wins in a row, this guy will be in the mix.
#6 Ron The Greek (Lezcano / Mott) will be in the hunt with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four sensational, peaking workouts. He engage the group coming from off the pace.
10 CENT Superfecta
#1 Rule / #8 Hymn Book / #7 Flat Out / #2 Hunters Bay, #6 Ron The Greek.
Friday's Results
Del Mar R7. Real Good Deal. Our first pick, Unusual Heat, won (1st) for show money of $3.00. Our second pick, Derby Gold, finished 5th.
Superfecta went 7-1-3-4.
Bankroll drops again to $6.80.
Saratoga Race 10 {Whitney Invitational~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
An incredible field of nine great stakes winning horses line up for this annual summer race.
There will be speed. And there will be a contingent of horses coming from off the pace. This should be one of the best races of the summer.
#1 Rule (Bravo / Pletcher) might have a slight edge if he can moderate the pace right behind the leaders. He holds the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression (from last year to this year), and two robust workouts. Making his second start of the year he could press the pace and have first strike on the leaders.
$1 WIN / $2 SHOW.
#8 Hymn Book (J. Velazquez / McGaughey) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and one solid workout. He will be part of the group of runners coming from off the pace. Could impress.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#7 Flat Out (Napravnik / Mott) could have the benefit of a swift pace with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and two aggressive workouts. He holds the highest speed number over the track and loves Saratoga. He will be closing fast.
$1 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#2 Hunters Bay (Wilson / Baker) could be the big surprise with a decent last out speed number at a longer route and three tremendous peaking workouts. Coming off three strong wins in a row, this guy will be in the mix.
#6 Ron The Greek (Lezcano / Mott) will be in the hunt with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four sensational, peaking workouts. He engage the group coming from off the pace.
10 CENT Superfecta
#1 Rule / #8 Hymn Book / #7 Flat Out / #2 Hunters Bay, #6 Ron The Greek.
Friday's Results
Del Mar R7. Real Good Deal. Our first pick, Unusual Heat, won (1st) for show money of $3.00. Our second pick, Derby Gold, finished 5th.
Superfecta went 7-1-3-4.
Bankroll drops again to $6.80.
Friday, August 3, 2012
Friday Along the Pacific
Thank goodness it is Friday. We journey, in a virtual kind of way, to the where the Surf rushes in the background, gorgeous Del Mar.
Del Mar Race 7 {Real Good Deal~7 furlongs~3 year olds~CA~Stakes}
An excellent field of eight will take to the polytrack. A nice group of speedsters should settle in the front along with another group of pressers following close behind. One closer should follow all. It will be a very good race.
#7 Unusual Heatwave (Bejarano / Barba) should be the favorite with the third highest last out speed number and four furiously fast workouts. He should sit right off the leaders ready to strike.
$2 SHOW.
#8 Derby Gold (M. Garcia / Baffert) could be the surprise challenger making his first synthetic start. He is coming off the second highest last out speed number, holds a two race progression, and has put in four fantastic workouts. He has enough tactical speed to stay close and launch a speedy run in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#1 Rousing Sermon (Smith / Hollendorfer) has done well in his career as a router. He will be taking on a bunch of sprinters with solid records. He holds the highest last out speed number at a route, a three race progression, and four fabulous peaking workouts. He will close well to be in the mix.
#2 A Toast to You (Gomez / P. Miller) should press and track to remain in the hunt with the fourth highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and two fine workouts. He could give them all a run for their money.
10 CENT Superfecta
#7 Unusual Heatwave / #8 Derby Gold / #1 Rousing Sermon / #2 A Toast to You.
Thursday's Results
Saratoga R9. Starter Optional Claimer. Our first pick, Smokin' Alice, finished 4th. Our second pick, Bid A Moon, finished 7th. Our third pick, Sly Warrior, won (1st) for show money of $1.85.
Superfecta went 1-8-4-10.
Bankroll takes a big drop to $7.90.
Del Mar Race 7 {Real Good Deal~7 furlongs~3 year olds~CA~Stakes}
An excellent field of eight will take to the polytrack. A nice group of speedsters should settle in the front along with another group of pressers following close behind. One closer should follow all. It will be a very good race.
#7 Unusual Heatwave (Bejarano / Barba) should be the favorite with the third highest last out speed number and four furiously fast workouts. He should sit right off the leaders ready to strike.
$2 SHOW.
#8 Derby Gold (M. Garcia / Baffert) could be the surprise challenger making his first synthetic start. He is coming off the second highest last out speed number, holds a two race progression, and has put in four fantastic workouts. He has enough tactical speed to stay close and launch a speedy run in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#1 Rousing Sermon (Smith / Hollendorfer) has done well in his career as a router. He will be taking on a bunch of sprinters with solid records. He holds the highest last out speed number at a route, a three race progression, and four fabulous peaking workouts. He will close well to be in the mix.
#2 A Toast to You (Gomez / P. Miller) should press and track to remain in the hunt with the fourth highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and two fine workouts. He could give them all a run for their money.
10 CENT Superfecta
#7 Unusual Heatwave / #8 Derby Gold / #1 Rousing Sermon / #2 A Toast to You.
Thursday's Results
Saratoga R9. Starter Optional Claimer. Our first pick, Smokin' Alice, finished 4th. Our second pick, Bid A Moon, finished 7th. Our third pick, Sly Warrior, won (1st) for show money of $1.85.
Superfecta went 1-8-4-10.
Bankroll takes a big drop to $7.90.
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Thursday Horse Racing at the Spa
Another glorious horse racing weekend begins. Today we take a look at a very nice sprint at beautiful Saratoga.
Saratoga Race 9 {6 1/2 furlongs~3 year olds Up~fillies/mares~Starter Optional Claiming}
Eleven sweet sprinting fillies will line up for this one. Notice that no mares were up to the challenge. It is any horses race in this competition. A little speed mixed with the forwardly placed and sprinkled with trackers make this race a challenging one.
#10 Smokin' Alice (C. Velasquez / Rodriguez) might have a slight edge with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two solid workouts. She could stay close to the pace and wheel it in the stretch.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#7 Bid a Moon (Napravnik / Schosberg) should challenge with the second highest speed number at the distance, a couple of decent last out speed numbers, and four superb workouts. She should press the attack and swing into the stretch run.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#1 Sly Warrior (Castellano / Maker) could be the speed of the speed with the highest speed number at the distance which resulted in a victory as well as made the fourth highest speed number among this group. She is holding a two race progression and has put in two modest workouts. She has the potential wire this field.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#4 Caviar N Champagne (Ortiz / Englehart) will challenge with the highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and one steady workout. She can be expected to track the pace and move swiftly in the turn. There is no doubt, she too could pull off the victory.
10 CENT Superfecta
#10 Smokin' Alice / #7 Bid A Moon / #1 Sly Warrior / #4 Caviar N Champagne.
Last Superfecta Sunday (7/29) Results
Monmouth Park R11. Molly Pitcher--G2. We once again missed our 10 CENT Superfecta box by one gal. Superfecta went 8-7-6-3.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Afleeting Lady, finished 6th.
Bankroll dives to $11.15.
Saratoga Race 9 {6 1/2 furlongs~3 year olds Up~fillies/mares~Starter Optional Claiming}
Eleven sweet sprinting fillies will line up for this one. Notice that no mares were up to the challenge. It is any horses race in this competition. A little speed mixed with the forwardly placed and sprinkled with trackers make this race a challenging one.
#10 Smokin' Alice (C. Velasquez / Rodriguez) might have a slight edge with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two solid workouts. She could stay close to the pace and wheel it in the stretch.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#7 Bid a Moon (Napravnik / Schosberg) should challenge with the second highest speed number at the distance, a couple of decent last out speed numbers, and four superb workouts. She should press the attack and swing into the stretch run.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#1 Sly Warrior (Castellano / Maker) could be the speed of the speed with the highest speed number at the distance which resulted in a victory as well as made the fourth highest speed number among this group. She is holding a two race progression and has put in two modest workouts. She has the potential wire this field.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#4 Caviar N Champagne (Ortiz / Englehart) will challenge with the highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and one steady workout. She can be expected to track the pace and move swiftly in the turn. There is no doubt, she too could pull off the victory.
10 CENT Superfecta
#10 Smokin' Alice / #7 Bid A Moon / #1 Sly Warrior / #4 Caviar N Champagne.
Last Superfecta Sunday (7/29) Results
Monmouth Park R11. Molly Pitcher--G2. We once again missed our 10 CENT Superfecta box by one gal. Superfecta went 8-7-6-3.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Afleeting Lady, finished 6th.
Bankroll dives to $11.15.
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