Saturday, October 31, 2015

Breeder's Cup Championships 2015

Staying on at Keeneland, we take in the BC Filly and Mare Turf for our Stakes Saturday. Some of the best racing in the world will take place at that grand track in Lexington, Kentucky.

Keeneland Race 6 {Breeder's Cup Filly and Mare Turf~G1~1 3/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~fillies/mares~Graded Stakes}

A field of ten of the best female Turfers will make their start over the Turf course rated as good. Some of the best trainers and jockey's in the world will guide their charges in this spectacular race. It could be run Euro style as there is limited speed with only four that like a pressing attack when racing. A strong quickening into the stretch should be expected. It should be a fantastic race on a beautiful day in Kentucky.

#3 Legatissimo [IRE] (Moore / Wachman) is one of two millionaires in the race. She has run exceeding well in Ireland and Great Britain in her last two, winning both. This gal has an 80% in the money record from ten starts. She loves the turf and does well over good going. This daughter of Danehill Dancer [IRE] should track the pace closely and spurt through into the stretch.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#12 Secret Gesture [GB] (Geroux / Beckett) was last seen at Arlington Park winning the Beverly D, but unfortunately disqualified to third. She holds the fourth highest last out speed number and has put in one peaking workout. This gal also has an 80% in the money record from fifteen starts. A daughter of Galileo [IRE], she should be forwardly placed ready to romp.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#11 Stephanies Kitten (I Ortiz / C. Brown) should be in contention with the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two stout workouts. This gal is one of the millionaires in the race. With a honest pace she should be able to track and close willingly. This daughter of Kitten's Joy has done very well at this particular distance securing a 83% in the money record from six tries. The "Kitten's" did very well on Day One of the BC Championships.
$1 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#9 Miss France [IRE] (Dettori / Fabre) will be stretching out to this distance having run very well in France. She appears to be in good form with some of the best connections in the world. A daughter of Dansill [GB], she should be forwardly placed ready to strike.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Legatissimo [IRE]  +  #12 Secret Gesture [GB]  +  #11 Stephanies Kitten  +  #9 Miss France [IRE].




Furlong Friday's Results
Keeneland R2.  Allowance.  Our pick, Titanium, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 7-9-4-5.
Bankroll dives to $7.31.
We will supplement with a Hamilton for today's racing.

Friday, October 30, 2015

Furlong Friday at Keeneland

Breeder's Cup begins. For Furlong Friday we take a look at a nice sprint in the second race of the 2015 Breeder's Cup Championship card.

Keeneland Race 2 {6 furlongs~3 year-old Up~fillies/mares~Allowance}

A very competitive field of nine will take to the dirt in this high level allowance race. There is an abundance of speed which might open it up for a gal that likes to come from off the pace. Speed numbers are extremely close. A few in here have had ample rest to make a good go of it. It should be a prelude to the exciting championship races later on the card.

#5 Titanium (Lanerie / Moquett) might have the advantage with her tracking running style. She holds the second highest last out speed number at a longer sprint. She does love the Keeneland track having hit the board in both of her starts here.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Smooth Caramel (Pedroza / Montano) should challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two solid peaking workouts. She has raced to a victory over the Keeneland track. This gal should close to the pace ready to strike.

#7 Chanteline (Santana / Asmussen) should contend with a couple of good last out speed numbers and three robust workouts.  She holds the highest (tie) speed number at the distance achieving a 100% in the money record from four starts.

#1 Street Blush (Rosario / Nicks) will be looking to make a mark in her second start coming off a win at first asking. She shares the highest speed number at the distance which also is the highest last out speed number. This lass has put in three steady workouts. Look for her to track the pace ready to move.

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 Titanium  /  #9 Smooth Caramel  /  #7 Chanteline  /  #1 Street Blush.




Thursday's Results
Keeneland R1.  Claiming.  Our selection, Set the Sail, finished 2nd for show money of $2.40.
We scuttled our 10 CENT Superfecta play as a result of a scratch among our picks.
Superefecta went 3-6-2-5.
Bankroll dips to $9.41.

Thursday, October 29, 2015

A Keeneland Horse Racing Weekend

A fantastic weekend of racing begins as the Breeder's Cup Championships open up tomorrow (Friday). Today we take a look at the very first race at that grand track, Keeneland.

Keeneland Race 1 {1 1/16 mile~3 year-old Up~Claiming}

A talented group of seven will enter the starting gate. There is plenty of speed to maintain an active pace. Speed numbers are close and very good. It should be a thrilling start to our horse racing weekend.

#6 Set the Sail (B. Hernandez / Montano) looks to improve as he will be dropping in class and distance. Scoring the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three stellar peaking workouts, he should be ready to roll. Expect him to be forwardly placed just off the pace.
$1 WIN  /  $2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Prosecution (Theriot / Wilkinson) should challenge from a forwardly placed position near the lead. He holds the second highest speed number at the distance all the while securing a 83% in the money record from six starts at same. His last out speed numbers are respectable along with a three race progression.

#7 Winkatdawat (Geroux / Mason) is the favorite with the second highest last out speed number and one stout workout. He will be at or near the lead seeking to wire the field. This lad has the third highest (tie) speed number at the distance.

#5 Music Critik (Lanerie / Hamm) should be in the mix with a couple superb last out speed numbers and two hearty workouts. This guy should be part of the forwardly placed contingent seeking an opening to bump through.

10 CENT Superfecta

#6 Set the Sail  /  #2 Prosecution  /  #7 Winkatdawat  /  #5 Music Critik.




Last Superfecta Sunday (10/25) Results
Santa Anita R5.  Senator Ken Maddy Stakes--G3.  We bombed in our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort capturing only one of the four wagering interests.  Superfecta went 6-2-7-4.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Kool Kat, finished 6th.
Bankroll gets cut down to a penny. We will supplement with a Hamilton to initiate our Horse Racing weekend.

Sunday, October 25, 2015

Superfecta Sunday in Southern California

On we go into Superfecta Sunday. Today we take a look at downhill Turf action at magnificent Santa Anita.

Santa Anita Park Race 5 {Senator Ken Maddy~G3~6 1/2 furlongs~downhill Turf~3 year-old Up~fillies/mares~Graded Stakes}

A talented group of eight will go to the gate in this graded stakes. There is an abundance of speed which may benefit those coming from off the pace. Speed numbers are very, very close. It should be a highly competitive event. Our task is to shoe a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#1 Chatis On Top (Gonzalez / Puype) might have a minor edge with the highest (3-way tie) last out speed number, a four race progression, and four superb peaking workouts. This lass is 100% in the money at the distance from four tries. She will be closing swiftly with a wicked pace.

#7 Theatre Star (Van Dyke / Proctor) has the tactical speed to stay the course. She shares the highest last out speed number, is working a two race progression, and has put in four robust workouts. She exits a Kentucky Downs contest at the same distance.

#3 Kool Kat (Graham / Cassidy) will challenge with the second highest (tie) last out speed number from a six furlong sprint at Kentucky Downs. She also is working a two race progression, and has put in one stout workout. This gal enjoys the Santa Anita course with her tracking/closing running style. She is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#5 Spirit of Xian [IRE] (Talamo / Mandella) should contend sharing the highest speed number, working a two race progression, and putting in one fierce workout. She is 100% in the money at the distance and over the Santa Anita course. This gal will be part of the forwardly placed contingent.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Chatis On Top  +  #7 Theatre Star  +  #3 Kool Kat  +  #5 Spirit of Xian [IRE].




Stakes Saturday Results
Belmont Park R11.  Ticonderoga Stakes.  Our first pick, Discreet Marq, finished 10th.  Our second pick, Old Harbor, finished 6th.  Our third pick, Neck of the Moon, finished in a dead heat for 3rd for show money of $1.60.
Superfecta went 7-1-2-8.
Bankroll gets thumped to $4.41.

Saturday, October 24, 2015

Stakes Saturday the Belmont Way

Stakes Saturday is here with lots of great action around the country. We are a week a way from the Breeder's Cup Championships. Today we tune up with a New York Turf contest.

Belmont Park Race 11 {Ticonderoga Stakes~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~fillies/mares~NY~Stakes}

A full field of twelve will take to the green in this annual affair. There is enough speed and forwardly placed types to keep the pace humming. Speed numbers over the surface and at the distance are extremely close making for a handicappers dream.  It should be one of the best on the card today.

#5 Discreet Marq (J. Velazquez / Clement) should have the edge with the highest speed number at the distance and four supreme workouts. This gal is 88% in the money over the Belmont Turf from nine tries. A daughter of Discreet Cat, her in the money performance on the surface, at the distance and overall is exemplary. She should be forwardly placed ready to romp.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#12 Old Harbor (Trujillo / Cash) will challenge with the highest last out speed number at a longer route, a two race progression, and two superb workouts. She should be in the forwardly placed crew seeking to gain ground going into the stretch. A daughter of Raffies Majesty, she holds a solid in the money record over the surface, at the distance, over all and at Belmont.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#2 Neck of the Moon (I. Ortiz / C. Brown) should contend with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two robust workouts. This gal is in fine form and should be tracking the pace ready to strike. As a daughter of More Than Ready, she should glide gracefully over the green.
$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 Swear By It (Castellano / C. Brown) should be in the hunt with the fourth highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four diligent workouts. With the right pace, this daughter of Broken Vow will be closing vigorously. Despite being lightly raced, she loves the Belmont surface (100% itm) and has an overall in the money record of 75% from four career starts.

#10 The Tea Cups (L. Saez / Englehart) should be in the mix with the third highest last out speed number at a longer route and two solid workouts. She excels at this distance and loves the Belmont grass. In good form, this daughter of Hard Spun, should be tracking and closing well.

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 Discreet Marq  /  #12 Old Harbor  /  #2 Neck of the Moon  /  #8 Swear by It, #10 The Tea Cups.



Furlong Friday Results
Santa Anita R3.  Allowance Optional Claiming.  Our pick, Not to Shiny, lost her sheen and finished 4th.
Superfecta went 4-3-2-6.
Bankroll plummets to $1.01.
We will supplement with a Hamilton and a Jefferson for our Stakes Saturday play.

Friday, October 23, 2015

Downhill Turf for Furlong Friday

A little downhill Turf action for Furlong Friday.

Santa Anita Park Race 3 {6 1/2 furlongs~downhill Turf~3 year-old Up~fillies/mares~Allowance Optional Claiming}

A short field of six will saunter up the Santa Anita hill in this Turf sprint. One speedster will set the pace while the others follow. Speed numbers are super close making for a fantastic competition. It should be another superb race at beautiful Santa Anita Park.

#6 Not too Shiny (Graham / Kruljac) might have an advantage with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three robust peaking workouts. This gal also holds the second highest speed number at the distance. She should be tracking the leader closely ready to jump into the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Doodetta (T. Baze / Drysdale) should be in the mix with the third highest last out speed number at a route, a two race progression, and three terrific workouts. This gal is 100% in the money at the distance and over the Santa Anita course.

#1 Intoxicating Move (Nakatani / Carava) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number at a route and two excellent peaking workouts. This girl loves the Santa Anita downhill Turf course hitting the board six times from seven tries.

#3 Ramona's Wildcat (Bejarano / O'Neill) should contend with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and one stout workout. She holds the highest speed number at the distance earning a 100% from two tries.

10 CENT Superfecta

#6 Not too Shiny  /  #2 Doodetta  /  #1 Intoxicating Move  /  #3 Ramona's Wildcat.



Thursday's Results
Keeneland R8.  Allowance. Our choice, Dating Lady Luck, finished 3rd for show money of $2.40.
Superfecta went 1-2-5-10.
Bankroll slips a few dimes to $3.11.
 

Thursday, October 22, 2015

Horse Racing Weekend Begins at Keeneland

The Breeders Cup is only a week away. For the start of our horse racing weekend, we begin with a terrific Turf race.

Keeneland Race 8 {1 3/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~fillies/mares~Allowance}

A great group of ten gals will hit the Turf in this feature allowance. There is no speed in this race. Consequently, expect a Euro-style run with a quickening in the turn for home. Speed numbers are closely matched making for a highly competitive event. It should be a magnificent Turf race.

#5 Dating Lady Luck (Mena / Stall) should go off as the deserved favorite. She holds the highest last out speed number at a longer turf route and two good workouts. This gal is one of only two that have traversed this distance scoring the highest speed number at the distance and over the surface. She should be tracking the pace closely.
$1 WIN  /  $2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 My Senses (McCarthy / Motion) should challenge with the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and two stout workouts. She appears in great form and will be stretching out for this race. She is another that will be in the track pack.

#3 Giant Deduction (Geroux / Block) should contend with a couple of good last out speed numbers and two strong workouts. She is dropping in distance for this turf battle coming off a race at Kentucky Downs. Look for her to track the pace as well.

#6 Valseuse (Santana / Lukas) should be in the mix sharing the second highest last out speed number at a longer Turf route, working a three race progression, and putting four superb peaking workouts. This gal is another tracking type.

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 Dating Lady Luck  /  #2 My Senses  /  #3 Giant Deduction  /  #6 Valseuse.



Last Superfecta Sunday (10/18) Results
Keeneland R8.  Dowager--G3.  We missed by one wagering interest hitting our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort. Superfecta went 1-8-10-6.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Ceisteach [IRE], finished 2nd for show money of $3.60.
Bankroll sheds a few dimes to settle at $3.81.

Sunday, October 18, 2015

Superfecta Sunday at Keeneland

Staying on at beautiful Keeneland for our Superfecta Sunday play.

Keeneland Race 8 {Dowager~G3~1 1/2 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~fillies/mares~Graded Stakes}

A very talented group of ten gals will go to the Turf in this annual affair. It comes up light on speed though there are a couple ladies that enjoy being forwardly placed. Speed numbers are fairly close making this tussle a highly competitive one. Our task is to sew together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#1 Kitten's Point (Prado / Motion) appears to be the deserved favorite. She holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression and two steady workouts. This gal should be tracking the pace closely ready to spring into the stretch. She is 75% in the money at this distance.

#8 Ceisteach [IRE] (Van Dyke / Proctor) should challenge with third highest last out speed number and one endurance producing workout. She loves the turf and enjoyed success in her one outing over the Keeneland Turf. She has the tactical speed to settle anywhere with in the pace including possibly wiring this field. This gal is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#6 Trophee [FR] (Leparoux / Clement) will challenge mightily with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a four race progression, and two robust workouts. She should track the pace and strike in the stretch. This girl will be stretching out to this distance for the first time.

#2 Uanamon (Castanon / Attfield) could surprise with a couple of very good last out speed numbers and three tremendous workouts. She is 56% in the money from sixteen career starts. Should an enduring pace develop, she will be closing fast.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Kitten's Point  +  #8 Ceisteach  +  #6 Trophee [FR]  +  #2 Uanamon.




Friday's Results
Gulfstream Park West R5.  Maiden Special Weight. Our pick, Ginger Rush, finished 3rd for show money of $3.40. Superfecta went 6-2-7-3.
Bankroll gained a few dimes to settle at $11.81.

Stakes Saturday Results
Keeneland R9.  Lexus Raven Run--G2.  Our first pick, Miss Ella, finished 10th.  Our second pick, Bar of Gold, finished 2nd for show money of $2.80.  Our third pick, Chide, finished 7th.
Superfecta went 8-2-11-9.
Bankroll gets crushed and falls to $4.61.

Saturday, October 17, 2015

Stakes Saturday at Beautiful Keeneland

The Breeder's Cup is only a couple of weeks away. Today we take a peek at a wonderful stakes sprint at most beautiful Keeneland.

Keeneland Race 9 {Lexus Raven Run~G2~7 furlongs~3 year-old~fillies~Graded Stakes}

A talented crop eleven of three year-old fillies will step into the gate. There is plenty of speed and forwardly placed types to keep a strong pace. Speed numbers are fairly close. It should be a highly competitive affair.

#5 Miss Ella (McCarthy / Motion) should have a slight edge as she appears to be in great form. This gal posts the fourth highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. She has the tactical speed to adapt to whatever pace develops. This daughter of Exchange Rate has already secured a win at this distance.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Bar of Gold (Lezcano / Kimmel) should challenge with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three superb workouts. This filly loves this distance and has a run up a 72% in the money record from seven starts. This daughter of Medaglia d'Oro should be forwardly placed ready to strike.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#10 Chide (Mena / Stall) will contend with the second highest last out speed number, a six race progression, and two stout workouts. She is another that has acquitted herself well at this distance. A daughter of Blame, she should be tracking the pace well.
$1 SHOW.

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 Miss Ella  /  #2 Bar of Gold  /  #10 Chide  /  ALL.



Friday, October 16, 2015

Furlong Friday in Florida

Thank goodness it is Furlong Friday. Today we take in a little Turf sprint in South Florida.

Gulfstream Park West {5 furlongs~TURF~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Maiden Special Weight}

A solid group of seven will take to the green in this early on the card Maiden Turf race. There is a good quantity of speed and forwardly placed types to keep a strong pace. As with many maidens, speed numbers are all over the map. It should be a good contest.

#7 Ginger Rush (Gaffalione / Nicks) looks to improve in her second career start. She holds the second highest last out speed number at a longer sprint and has put in four robust workouts. This gal comes into this race fresh.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Sudestada (Castro / Albertrani) should challenge with sharing the highest last out speed number, working a four race progression, and putting in two hearty workouts. She has hit the board twice from five starts. Expect her to be close to the pace ready to strike.

#2 Alabama Ashley (R. Hernandez / Albertrani) is a first time starter with excellent connections. She has put in three compelling workouts for her debut. This gal might be victorious at first asking.

#4 Idealism (Leyva / Yates) looks to improve on her first time out where she secured the highest last out speed number of this group taking second at this same distance. She has put in three hardy workouts. With her front end speed she will be the favorite and could wire this field.

10 CENT Superfecta

#7 Ginger Rush  /  #1 Sudestada  /  #2 Alabama Ashley  /  #4 Idealism.




Thursday's Results
Santa Anita R7.  Optional Claiming. Our pick, It Is Living Water, finished 2nd for show money of $3.20.
Superfecta went 10-2-9-4.
Bankroll gets trimmed to $11.51.



Thursday, October 15, 2015

Horse Racing Weekend Begins in California

We begin our horse racing weekend in splendid Southern California.

Santa Anita Park Race 7 {1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~CA~Optional Claiming}

A good group of nine will take to the Turf in this feature race. It comes up a little light on speed and the speed numbers are really close. It should be a significant battle coming around the turn.

#2 It Is Living Water (Espinoza / Miller) is dropping in class for this one. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four superb workouts. This lad is 64% in the money from fourteen career starts representing the only one in the field that is above the Key Performance indicator of fifty percent. He should take up a close tracking position ready to spurt through to the wire.
$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Durango Flyer (Gutierrez / Eurton) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four fierce peaking workouts. This guy is also dropping in class in an attempt to garner his second career win. He should be closing hard with the proper pace up front.

#10 What a View (Desormeaux / Black) should contend with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two stout workouts. He too is dropping in class for this event. Having shown speed in the past, he could be sent seeking to wire this field.

#8 Luckbox Sam (Valdez / Avilla) could be in the mix with the second highest last out speed number at a longer route, a three race progression, and one solid workout. This salty veteran has the second highest amount of victories of this group. posting four. He should be forwardly placed ready to dart into the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta

#2 It Is Living Water  /  #9 Durango Flyer  /  #10 What a View  /  #8 Luckbox Sam.



Last Superfecta Sunday (10/11) Results
Santa Anita Park R8.  Anoakia Stakes.  We just missed our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort by one wagering interest. Superfecta went 4-6-7-8.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Surfside Tiara, won (1st) for show money of $4.40.
Bankroll goes back to where it started at $12.41.

Sunday, October 11, 2015

Superfecta Sunday in the Sun

On to Sunny Southern California to watch the youngsters sprint.

Santa Anita Park Race 8 {Anoakia Stakes~6 furlongs~2 year-old~fillies~Stakes}

A beautiful field of seven will go to the dirt in this feature Stakes race. Nearly all should show speed or be forwardly placed. Speed numbers are comparable making it a very close contest. It should be a tough battle, but our task is to load a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#4 Surfside Tiara (Bejarano / Hollendorfer) might have a miniscule edge sharing the top speed fig over the dirt surface. She runs for top flight connections and has put in three super strong workouts. This gal is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#1 Lemhill Basr (M. Garcia / Baffert) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number and three athletic workouts. She should be forwardly placed seeking a comfortable opening coming into the stretch. This is her second career start.

#8 Miss Big Stuff (Espinoza / Miller) is the prohibitive favorite with the highest last out speed number in her first start and four superior workouts. She showed speed in her first and may well take the lead looking to wire this field.

#7 Find Joy (Periera / Lucarelli) could surprise in her third career start. She has a couple of good last out speed numbers and three robust workouts. She is dropping in from a route in her last out.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Surfside Tiara  +  #1 Lemhill Basr  +  #8 Miss Big Stuff  +  #7 Find Joy.




Stakes Saturday Results
Keeneland R9. Queen Elizabeth II Challenge Cup--G1.  Our first pick, Sentiero Italia finished 3rd for show money of $3.30. Our second pick, Feathered, finished off the board.  Our third pick, Her Emmynency, won 1st for show money of $3.20.
Superfecta went 4-3-9-6.
Bankroll receives a haircut and dips to $12.41.

Saturday, October 10, 2015

A QE Two Stakes Saturday

Stakes Saturday has arrived and we look in on Kentucky for some great Turf action.

Keeneland Race 9 {Queen Elizabeth II Challenge Cup~G1~1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Fillies~Graded Stakes}

A talented field of nine will take to the Kentucky grass in this annual feature. There is plenty of speedy and forwardly placed types to keep a strong pace rolling. Speed figs are so very close insuring a highly competitive event. Only three have traveled over the Keeneland green. It should be one of the most exciting races of the day.

#9 Sentiero Italia (Rosario / McLaughlin) is the one to beat with the highest last out speed number, a six race progression, and one superb workout. She will be seeking her third win in a row. This gal holds the highest speed number at the distance coupled with a 100% win record from three starts at same. This daughter of Medaglia d'Oro, should run close to the pace and stride brilliantly into the stretch.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Feathered (Castellano / Pletcher) will challenge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three sound workouts. She could be part of a speed duo motoring on the front end. This gal will be stretching out to this distance from her last. A daughter of Indian Charlie she is an impressive 100% in the money over the Turf from four starts.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#4 Her Emmynency (Geroux / Stidham) could surprise with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three endurance strengthening, peaking workouts. This gal has one of the best in the money records of the field at 83% from six starts. A daughter of Successful Appeal, she should be forwardly placed.
$1 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#7 Blond Me [IRE] (Alvarado / Balding) will be making her second North American start sharing the third highest last out speed number, working a two race progression, and putting in one strong workout. This gal appears to be in fine form as well as loves the distance and surface. A daughter of Tamayuz [GB], she should be tracking and closing well.

10 CENT Superfecta

#9 Sentiero Italia  /  #8 Feathered  /  #4 Her Emmynency  /  #7 Blond Me [IRE].



Furlong Friday Results
Belmont Park R4.  Maiden Claiming.  Our pick, Spartan Emperor, won (1st) for win money of $3.30 and show money of $3.80.
Superfecta went 8-9-5-6.
Bankroll drives forward to $16.01.




Friday, October 9, 2015

Furlong Friday at Belmont

It's Furlong Friday. Cubbies play St. Louis in the playoffs. Life is good.

Belmont Park Race 4 {6 furlongs~3 year-old Up~NY~Maiden Claiming}

After a couple of scratches, eight will go to the gate in this sprint. There is some speed and forwardly placed types which should allow these lads the run of the race. Speed numbers are fairly close which should make for a reasonably competitive event. It should be one of many good races on the Belmont card.

#8 Spartan Emperor (Rosario / Falcone) will be making his third career start with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and one stout workout. This lad has the capability to take the lead and not look back. He should take another step forward.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 My Tommy Boy (C Velasquez / Klesaris) looks to break his maiden in his sixth start with the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer sprint and one peaking workouts. He should be forwardly placed ready to romp.

#7 Stone Crab (Arroyo / Reynolds) should challenge with the highest last out speed number at a slightly longer sprint and two hearty workouts. This guy holds the second highest speed number at the distance. He should close swiftly with the right pace.

#9 Bad to the Roan (T. Rice / Matties) could surprise sharing the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and one solid workout. This lad could be forwardly placed ready to strike.

10 CENT Superfecta

#8 Spartan Emperor  /  #3 My Tommy Boy  /  #7 Stone Crab  /  #9 Bad to the Roan.



Thursday's Results
Belmont Park R7.  Allowance.  Our pick, Class and Cash, finished 5th.
Superfecta went 3-4-6-5.
Bankroll slips to $15.31.

Thursday, October 8, 2015

Horse Racing Weekend Begins at Belmont

We start our Horse Racing weekend with a Turf Sprint at "Big Sandy".

Belmont Park Race 7 {7 furlongs~TURF~3 year-old Up~Allowance}

A great horse racing weekend begins at Belmont. In this Turf Sprint there are eight that will go to the gate. The speed numbers are super close indicating that any one of these could squeeze off a victory. Plenty of speed should insure a quick pace. Could be one of the better Turf races on the card.

#2 Class and Cash (Rosario / Plesa) might have a slight edge with the second highest (3-way tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and one solid workout. This lad will be stretching out coming in from a race at PARX. He should be close to the pace ready to strike.
$1 WIN  /  $2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Ross J Dawg (Arroyo / Klesaris) will be making his third career start with the third highest (tie) last out speed number at a route, a two race progression, and three robust workouts. This lad should be forwardly placed ready to romp.

#3 Enjoy the Show (Castellano / Toner) should challenge sharing the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three superb peaking workouts. He should be tracking the pace looking for a clear shot to rumble through.

#6 Frisky Magician (J. Ortiz / Trombetta) will contend as he stretches out to this longer sprint sharing the second highest last out speed number, working a four race progression, and two sharp peaking workouts. This lad will be part of the speed team.

10 CENT Superfecta

#2 Class and Cash  /  #4 Ross J Dawg  /  #3 Enjoy the Show  /  #6 Frisky Magician.



Last Superfecta Sunday (10/4) Results
Santa Anita Park R4.  Maiden Special Weight.  Our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort fell way short of the mark, capturing only one wagering interest in our box. Superfecta went 5-7-6-9.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, At Ease, finished 7th.
Bankroll drops to $18.41.





Sunday, October 4, 2015

Superfecta Sunday at Lovely Santa Anita

On to Santa Anita for our Superfecta Sunday. Races have been moved off the Turf there. We will look at a nice route race.

Santa Anita Park Race 4 {1 1/8 mile~3 year-old Up~CA~Maiden Special Weight}

A hungry bunch of nine will go to the gate in this afternoon feature. There is enough speed to create a comfortable pace. Speed numbers are relatively close and improving. It is a quality race to handicap and wager. Our task is to sew together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#8 At Ease (Maldonado / Black) could have the edge as he takes up a close tracking position. He shares the second highest last out speed number, is working a two race progression, and has put in the best workout tab of four peaking works. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#6 Heat (Pereira / Abrams) should challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two solid workouts. He is another that should track the pace and strike going into the stretch.

#2 Nooten (Pedroza / Chew) should contend sharing the second highest last out speed number, working a two race progression, and putting in two athletic workouts. He too will be tracking the pace leaders.

#1 Pyrotechnics (F. Perez / Hendricks) could do well as he stretches out to this distance. He last two efforts were o.k., but improving. This guy is working a four race progression which might indicate he is getting the hang of it after nineteen starts. He has put in three stout workouts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#8 At Ease  +  #6 Heat  +  #2 Nooten  +  #1 Pyrotechnics.



Stakes Saturday Results
Keeneland R9.  Shadwell Turf Mile--G1.  Our first pick, Grand Arch, won (1st) for win money of $5.30, place money of $4.80, and show money of $6.30.  Our second pick, The Pizza Man, finished 2nd for place money of $2.60 and show money of $3.80.  Our third pick, Dutch Connection [GB], finished off the board.
Superfecta went 4-10-12-13.
Bankroll gets back in the gravy settling at $22.81.

Saturday, October 3, 2015

Stakes Saturday at Rainy Keeneland

On this Stakes Saturday we take a look at a sweet Turf mile over soft ground.

Keeneland Race 9 {Shadwell Turf Mile~G1~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A superior group of Turfers will battle over soft going on the Keeneland course in this annual event. This race is loaded with speed and forwardly placed types which should make for a fast and furious race. Speed figs are close with nearly all in good form. Interestingly, a half a dozen in this one have posted a win over soft ground. Also, there are three millionaires among the field. It could possibly the best race of the Stakes Saturday.

#4 Grand Arch (L. Saez / B. Lynch) might have the edge as the biggest lover of the Keeneland Turf showing a 100% in the money record from five starts over it. He holds the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three stellar workouts. This son of Arch will race close to the pace and bring it in the stretch.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#10 The Pizza Man (Geroux / Bruggemann) will challenge with the highest last out speed number scoring the win in the Arlington Million--G1, a three race progression, and three sharp peaking workouts. This son of English Channel should be close to the pace ready to strike.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#5 Dutch Connection [GB]  (Crowley / Hills) will contend as one of the three Euro-invaders in the race. He is in fine form having collected two successive seconds prior to shipping to Kentucky. This lad has top of the line connections who have done well here in North America. This son of Dutch Art [GB] will be tracking the pace and should take advantage of a heated pace.
$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Kelinni [IRE] (Lynch / K. Ryan) is another Euro-shipper that should do well over the soft Turf. He appears to be in fine form with two in the money performances last out. His connections are strong which aids his cause. This son of Refuse to Bend [IRE] will be part of the speedster contingent on the front end seeking to hold off the challengers.

#11 Jack Milton (Espinoza / Pletcher) should contend with the second highest speed number at the distance. His last out was a clunker in a graded effort, but he is coming in with a brief freshening. This guy has two wins over the Keeneland Turf from two tries. A son of War Front, he will be up to the task with his tracking/closing style.

10 CENT Superfecta

#4 Grand Arch  /  #10 The Pizza Man  /  #5 Dutch Connection [GB]  /  #2 Kelinni [IRE], #11 Jack Milton.



Furlong Friday Results
Keeneland R7.  Allowance Optional Claiming. Our pick, House of Sole, finished 2nd for show money of $4.00.
Superfecta went 5-3-4-7.
Bankroll kicks up a notch to $10.21.
  

Friday, October 2, 2015

Furlong Friday at Keeneland Opener

Keeneland opens its Fall meet today. We take a look at a competitive sprint on the dirt.

Keeneland Race 7 {6 furlongs~3 year-old Up~fillies/mares~Allowance Optional Claiming}

A great crop of twelve will hit the dirt in this allowance sprint. There is plenty of speed and forwardly placed types to insure a fast pace. Speed numbers are relatively close making for a strong contest. These girls are coming in from many of the premiere tracks in the East and Midwest. It should be a terrific event.

#3 House of Sole (Esquivel / Bruggemann) might have the edge with her tactical speed. She holds the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and has put in one efficient workout. This gal is 100% in the money from her seven career starts which adds to her luster. She also holds the highest speed number at the distance.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#10 Enchantress (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) should challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four robust workouts. She holds the second highest speed number at this distance. This lady should be forwardly placed ready to strike.

#4 Meshell (Geroux / Lynn) will contend with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one solid workout. She is another that should be forwardly placed ready to swoop through the stretch. This gal does have a win over the Keeneland track.

#11 Street Song (Landeros / Wilkes) could surprise with the third highest last out speed number in a graded stakes appearance, a two race progression, and two tremendous workouts. She will track a potentially heated pace which should benefit her kick greatly.

10 CENT Superfecta

#3 House of Sole  /  #10 Enchantress  /  #4 Meshell  /  #11 Street Song.



Thursday's Results
Meadowlands R1.  Beaten Claiming. Our change of venue was an effort in futility as our top pick, On a Star, was scratched along with one other. Therefore, we scuttled our 10 CENT Superfecta play.
Superfecta went 3-10-5-6.
Bankroll remains the same at $8.31.

Thursday, October 1, 2015

Horse Racing Weekend begins in North Jersey

We start our horse racing weekend with a nice Turf sprint in Northern New Jersey. As horseplayers we sometimes get mired in a slump. To shake things up it is often worthwhile to have a change of venue to lift the game. Consequently, we go to Meadowlands for some strong and Turfy horse racing excitement.

Meadowlands Race Track Race 1 {5 furlongs~TURF~3 year-old Up~fillies/mares~Beaten Claiming}

A fantastic October Turf meet opens today at the Meadowlands. This race has much speed signed on which could produce a sizzling start to the meet. The majority in here our coming up from Monmouth Park with the balance from Delaware, Belmont, and Parx. Speed numbers are fairly close which should make for a competitive event.

#4 On a Star (Pennington / Aristone) comes into this one with a brief freshening. She holds the second highest (tie) speed number at the distance, the highest (tie) last out speed number and three outstanding workouts. This gal should go off as one of the favorites. He overall in the money record stands at 54%. Expect her to be forwardly placed ready to roll.
$1 WIN  /  $2 SHOW.

#8 Anna May Our Queen (Gudiel / Plesa) should challenge with the highest speed number at the distance coupled with a 100% in the money record at same. She has a couple of decent last out speed numbers along with a good workout. This gal is another that will join the forwardly placed herd.
$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Krista's Persona (Navarro / Aro) could be the controlling speed with the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer sprint and two fine workouts. She shares the second highest speed number at the distance along with a 66% in the money record at same from three starts. This gal is coming down from Belmont Park.

#3 Heir to Glory (Ayuso / Einhorn) should be close to the pace sharing the highest last out speed number and working a three race progression. She has hit the board both times that she has raced this distance. This gal could benefit from an overheated pace by striking in the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta

#4 On a Star  /  #8 Anna May Our Queen  /  #6 Krista's Persona  /  #3 Heir to Glory.



Last Superfecta Sunday's (9/27) Results
Santa Anita Park R8.  City of Hope Mile--G2. Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Twentytwentyvision, was a late scratch. Consequently, our whole wagering effort was tossed.
Bankroll remains the same at $8.31.