Ending the Year At Oaklawn

 On the final Stakes Saturday of the year we look in on a great little stakes race for the girls.

Oaklawn Park Race 9 {Year End Stakes~1 mile~2 year-old~Fillies~Stakes}

A modest field of nine will go to the gate in this speed laden affair.

Past Performances used: Equibase.

This is a fine field of fillies, each of them having a chance to make it to the winners circle. There is plenty of speed to create a hot pace. None of these gals have raced over the Oaklawn oval. The speed figures are very close making this one super competitive. It should be one of the most exciting races to close out 2022.

#1 Defining Purpose (Cabrera / McPeek) should go off as the deserved favorite. She holds the second highest last out speed number at a longer route and two superb workouts. This will be her first start at the mile distance. This daughter of Cross Traffic, comes in from Churchill Downs with one win from three starts. She could be forwardly placed.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Fabulous Candy (Hiraldo / Moysey) will challenge with the highest last out speed number at a slightly longer route and one sound workout. She comes in from Delaware Park and should be tracking the pace. A daughter of Twirling Candy, she is 75% in the money from four career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#4 Midnight Heiress (A Rodriguez / Hollendorfer) will contend with the fourth highest last out speed number and three strong workouts. She should be part of the pace scenario. This gal is another coming in from Delaware Park. A daughter of Midnight Storm, she is 100% in the money from six career starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Take Charge Briana (Torres / Lukas) should close well into a hot pace. This daughter of Curlin, is 33% in the money from six career starts.

#7 Bluelightspecial (Arrieta / Contreras) should track the pace closely. A daughter of Super Special, she is 100% in the money from six career starts.

#8 Need Some Money (G. Saez / A. Shorter) will track the pace. A daughter of Street Sense, she holds a 40% win rate from five career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#1 Defining Purpose  //  #9 Fabulous Candy,  #4 Midnight Heiress,  #6 Take Charge Briana,  #7 Bluelightspecail,  #8 Need Some Money.

Reverse Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#9 Fabulous Candy,  #4 Midnight Heiress,  #6 Take Charge Briana,  #7 Bluelightspecial,  #8 Need Some Money  //  #1 Defining Purpose.

Wishing you a very happy and profitable New Year, 2023!!!! 

Spring into the Season on Stakes Saturday

 We are heading into the Derby season with a look at a Kentucky Derby prep race down in Oklahoma.

Remington Park Race 12 {Remington Springboard Mile~1 mile~2 year-old~Stakes}

A great group of nine will go to the gate in this annual Derby prep race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speedy and forwardly placed types to get this one rolling fast. All of these colts and one gelding will be seeking Kentucky Derby points. Speed numbers are fairly close making it very competitive. It should be a fantastic race to cap off a terrific day of racing.

#1 Echo Again (Santana / Asmussen) drops in from a longer and more competitive race looking to do better. He has put in three strong workouts in the last thirty days. He should be forwardly placed battling for position. A son of Gun Runner, he holds a 50% win rate from two career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Wildatlanticstorm (L. Goncalves / Asmussen) will stretch out to this distance with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and three solid workouts. He is another expected to be forwardly placed. A son of Stormy Atlantic, he is 100% in the money from five career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#5 Giant Mischief (Geroux / B. Cox) will challenge with the highest last out speed number and three hearty workouts. He should track the pace closely, ready to strike. This colt will be seeking his third win in a row. A son of Into Mischief, he holds a win rate of 100% from two career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#7 Ghost Hero (Wethey / Gelner) should contend with his tactical speed. Coming in with three sharp peaking workouts, he is ready for battle. This guy loves the distance and track. A son of Shaman Ghost, he is 75% in the money from four career starts.

Other Contenders

#2 Gunflash (C. Torres / Broberg) will be making his second start after a win over this very track. Willing be closing swiftly into a fast pace. Son of Gun Runner.

#3 Campfire Creed (Mora / Pish) will stretch out with three superb peaking workouts. Son of Jimmy Creed, is 100% in the money from four career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#1 Echo Again  //  #9 Wildatlanticstorm,  #5 Giant Mischief,  #7 Ghost Hero,  #2 Gunflash,  #3 Campfire Creed.

Reverse the Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#9, #5,  #7,  #2,  #3  //  #1 Echo Again.

Best of luck to you in all your Stakes Saturday wagers!!!

Back to Turfway for Superfecta Sunday

 On this fine Superfecta Sunday we look in on a wonderful stakes race over the Tapeta down Kentucky way.

Turfway Park Race 7 {My Charmer Stakes~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}

A talented field of twelve will go to the gate in this featured race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed in this race to give a quick pace. Speed numbers are fairly close giving it a nice competitive feel.  Only four have competed over the Turfway oval. A couple will switch from Turf to Tapeta, while one will make the transition from dirt to Tapeta. All have trained will for the event. It should be a fantastic race.

#5 Grand Ave Girl (Machado / McPeek) could be the controlling speed attemting to wire this field. She holds the second highest last out speed number and three tremendous workouts. This gal loves the surface and distance. A daughter of Runhappy, she is 83% in the money from twelve career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Burning Ambition (C. Landeros / B. Cox) will be making the switch from Turf to Tapeta. She holds the third highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. She has the tactical speed to stay with the pace from the get-go. A daughter of Uncle Mo, she is 100% from eight career starts.

#10 Heavenly Hellos (A Lezcano / R. Hernandez) is coming out of a graded stakes race seeking to improve. She has secured a win over the Turfway track. Look for her to track and close gracefully into the stretch. A daughter of Overanalyze, she is 38% in the money from thirteen career starts.

#1 Kates Kingdom (Gilligan / Walden) is another dropping in from a graded stakes race over the Tapeta up at Woodbine. She holds the highest last out speed number and four strong workouts. This gal will be closing swiftly into a speedy pace. A daughter of Animal Kingdom, she is 66% in the money from eighteen careers starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Champaign Lady (Esquivel / Desormeaux) should be forwardly placed with the fourth highest speed number at the distance. Another daughter of Uncle Mo, she is 60% in the money from ten career starts.

#11 Chardonnay (Cannon / Stidham) is another forwardly placed type with two hearty workouts including a bullet. A daughter of Candy Ride [ARG], she is 53% in the money from thirteen career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Grand Ave Girl  +  #6 Burning Ambition  +  #10 Heavenly Hellos  +  #1 Kates Kingdom.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($7.20)

#5 Grand Ave Girl  /  #6 Burning Ambition,  #10 Heavenly Hellos  /  #6, #10,  #1 Kates Kingdom,  #7 Champaign Lady,  #11 Chardonnay  /  ALL.

Best of luck to you on all your Superfecta wagers on this Superfecta Sunday!!!

 

Louisiana Champs Day on our Stakes Saturday

 Let's take a look at the lucky last on Louisiana Champions day.

Fair Grounds Race 9 {LA Champs Day-Sprint~6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Louisiana Bred~Stakes}

A reduced, but full field of twelve will go to the gate in this annual contest.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There will a smoke show of speed in this race as nearly all will be vying for the lead. Speed numbers are fairly close making it competitive. All have raced over the Fair Grounds track. It should be a tremendous race to cap off a day of quality racing.

#6 Win Ya Win (Beschizza / Camejo) comes off a modest layoff fresh and ready. This lad loves the surface, distance and track. He holds the highest speed number at the distance and has produced four strong workouts coming into the race. A son of Star Guitar, he should track the pace and explode into the stretch. He holds a 82% in the money record.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Unified Report (B. Hernandez / D. Stewart) should compete well amongst this group with a couple of wins over the track from four starts. His speed numbers should put him in the race. Look for him to track and close swiftly into a heated pace. A son of Unified, he is 41% in the money from twelve career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#13 Relentless Dancer (G. Melancon / Bourgeois) holds the highest last out speed number at a longer sprint and one sound workout. Look for him to track the pace and strike in the stretch. A son of Midshipman, he is 38% in the money from twenty-six career starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#11 Brian's Iron Mike (j. Stokes / Landry) holds the second highest speed number and has a couple of quality workouts in the last thirty days. He has the tactical speed to stay with whatever pace develops. A son of Iron Fist, he is 90% in the money from ten career starts.

#12 Bertie's Galaxy (Loveberry / Fauchaux) will be part of the speed contingent on the front end. He holds the second highest speed number at the distance and has put in two superb workouts. A son of Greely's Galaxy, he is 62% in the money from twenty-six career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($4.00)

#6 Win Ya Win  //  #9 Unified Report,  #13 Relentless Dancer,  #11 Brian's Iron Mike,  #12 Berties Galaxy.

Reverse the Wheel ($4.00)

#9 Unified Report,  #13 Relentless Dancer,  #11 Brian's Iron Mike,  #12 Bertie's Galaxy  //  #6 Win Ya Win.

Best of luck to all your wagers on Louisiana Champions Day!!!

Superfecta Sunday Up North

 We look North for some great stakes action on this Superfecta Sunday.

Woodbine Race 7 {Valedictory Stakes~G3~1 1/2 mile~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A great group of twelve with experience over the Woodbine Tapeta surface will go to the gate in this significant, graded stakes race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is sufficient speed to create a strong pace. Speed numbers are fairly close making it competitive. All have traveled over the synthetic and only three will be stretching out to the distance. It should be a fantastic race.

#10 Megayacht (Kimura / Clement) has the tactical speed to keep in contact with the pacesetters, He comes into this race with the third highest last out speed number and two strong peaking workouts. This lad loves the surface, distance, and track. A son of Tonalist, he is 60% in the money from ten career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#3 Novo Sol [BRZ] (P. Husbands / Joseph) comes into the race with the second highest last out speed number and two hearty workouts. Watch for him to track and close tremendously. This lad is another lover of the surface, distance, and Woodbine track. A son of Agnes Gold [JPN], he is 61% in the money from eighteen career starts.

#6 British Royalty (Stein / Minshall) should improve with a superb workout tab of three high quality works. This guy should track the pace closely, ready to strike. He checks in with the third highest speed number at the distance. A son of English Channel, he is 37% in the money from sixteen career starts.

#12 Who's the Star (Wilson / M. Casse) is the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. He should close gallantly into a swift pace. This lad loves the surface and track. Another son of Tonalist, he is 56% in the money from sixteen career starts.

#9 Collective Force (E. Flores / Halden) has hit the board in his last three races and cobbled together four superb workouts. He also has the tactical speed to fit the pace. This guy relishes this distance. A son of Tiznow, he is 61% in the money from thirteen career starts.

20 CENT Superfecta Box ($4.80)

#10 Megayacht  +  #3 Novo Sol [BRZ]  +  #6 British Royalty  +  #12 Who's the Star.

20 CENT Superfecta Straight ($5.40)

#10 Megayacht  /  #3 Novo Sol [BRZ]  /  #6 British Royalty,  #12 Who's the Star,  #9 Collective Force  /  ALL.

Best of luck to you all in your Superfecta plays!!!

Stakes Saturday at Turfway

 Heading into the winter season there is one Track that usually has bountiful fields. Turfway Park is our virtual destination on this Stakes Saturday as we view a large field in a Stakes sprint.

Turfway Park Race 7 {Holiday Inaugural Stakes~6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies and Mares~Stakes}

A fine field of twelve will strut to the gate in this sprint over the Tapeta surface.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed in this race. Speed numbers are very close reflecting a competitive race. Only three have not raced over the synthetic contrasting that with only four that have raced at Turfway. Pedigrees suggest that all will like the surface. It should be a great race to wager and watch.

#2 Dynasty of her Own (McKee / Beatie) comes in from Presque Isle Downs where she won her last at the same distance. Throw in two strong workouts in the last thirty days and she should race well enough for a victory. This gal relishes the surface and the distance. Look for her to battle convincingly in the front pack. A daughter of Shanghai Bobby, she is 63% in the money from twenty-seven career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Ready to Venture [GB] (Corrales / Stidham) also comes in from Presque Isle with the third highest last out speed number at a route and three solid workouts. She should track the pace closely. A daughter of Kingman [GB], she is 68% in the money from sixteen career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Miner's Queen (Sanjur / R. Hernandez) makes the switch from Turf to Synthetic and should enjoy it. She holds the highest last out speed number earning a win at Keeneland over the Turf. A couple of good workouts add to her cache. Look for her to track the pace as well. A daughter of Bernardini, she is 41% in the money from seventeen career starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#10 Fire On Time (Talamo / Romans) comes in with three wins in a row. She switches from dirt to synthetic, but should like the new surface. A daughter of Not This Time, she is 100% in the money from seven career starts.

#4 Thundering Creed (Rocco / Tomlinson) holds the second highest last out speed number and two solid peaking workouts. She will close into a hot pace. A daughter of Jimmy Creed, she is 53% in the money from fifteen career starts.

#6 Ambassador Luna (Machado / Colebrook) has win at Turfway and is rounding into great form noted by her successive improvement in speed numbers. A daughter of Brethren, she is 46% in the money from twenty-six career starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#2 Dynasty of her Own  //  #9 Ready to Venture [GB],  #7 Miner's Queen,  #10 Fire On Time,  #4 Thundering Creed, #6 Ambassador Luna.

Reverse the Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#9,  #7,  #10,  #4,  #6  //  #2 Dynasty of her Own.

Enjoy and great day of racing. May all your tickets cash!!!  

Superfecta Sunday on Louisville Turf

 We are looking at a excellent Turf contest down in Louisville on this Superfecta Sunday.

Churchill Downs Race 11 {Commonwealth Turf Stakes~G3~1 1/16 mile~Turf~3-year-old~Graded Stakes}

An equally talented field of eleven will race on the green in this topflight graded stake race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Any one of these entrants have the capability to win this race. There is plenty of speed to keep the pace humming. Speed figs are exceptionally close making it super competitive. This will be one of the best races of the day.

#7 Actuator (B. Hernandez / McCarthy) is well prepped for the win with three super-charged workouts and the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route. This lad also has the fourth highest speed number at the distance where he notched a win. He should be tracking the pace closely. A son of Bodemeister, he is 83% in the money from six career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#11 Barberini (Cheminaud / Delacour) comes in from mid-Atlantic racing where cobbled three wins in a row. He has hit the board in all four of his starts at this distance and holds the highest speed fig at same. A son of Flintshire [GB], he is 88% in the money from nine career starts.

#3 Running Bee (Gaffalione / C. Brown) comes in with the highest last out speed number at a longer route and two solid workouts. He has the tactical speed to allow the pace to develop. A son of English Channel, he is 80% in the money from five career starts.

#5 Mount Rundle (Talamo / Nihei) should be closing gallantly as a swift pace develops. He loves the surface, distance and course. This guy has put together top line speed numbers in each of his last three races. A son of Jack Milton, he is 60% in the money form five career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Ready to Purrform (Santana / B. Cox) is a son of Kitten's Joy. He has won both of his starts at this distance. Forward placement can be expected.

#9 Portfolio Company (Geroux / C. Brown) is another son of Kitten's Joy looking to improve upon a very good last out speed number. He is 62% in the money from eight career starts. This guy is one of many with tactical speed.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#7 Actuator  +  #11 Barberini  +  #3 Running Bee  +  #5 Mount Rundle.

10 CENT Superfecta straight ($6.40)

#7 Actuator  /  #11 Barberini,  #3 Running Bee  /  #11,  #3,  #5 Mount Rundle,  #6 Ready to Purrform,  #9 Portfolio Company  /  ALL.

May you profit on all your picks on this Superfecta Sunday!!! 

Fair Grounds is Open in NOLA

 Fair Grounds has opened, and we look forward to a long and hopefully, profitable meet. On this Stakes Saturday we look in on a smashing sprint race for the Louisiana bred lads.

Fair Grounds Race 8 {Monte Man Stakes~6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~LA~Stakes}

A good group of ten will go to the gate in this Louisiana stakes race. 

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is a ferocious amount of speed in this one. Speed figs are fairly close making this race competitive. Only three have not yet raced over the Fair Grounds track. All are well prepped for the start of the Fair Grounds season. It should be an exciting race.

#2 Bertie's Galaxy (Loveberry / Faucheaux) looks read to blast from the gate and not look back. He holds the third highest last out speed number and two solid peaking workouts. A son of Greely's Galaxy, he is 80% in the money from twenty-five career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#10 Unified Report (R. Gutierrez / D. Stewart) has the tactical speed to drive forward no matter what pace develops. He holds the second highest last out speed number. This guy has already notched two wins over the track. A son of Unified, he is 45% in the money from eleven career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#6 Takes Two to Tango (L. Quinonez / J.L. Garcia) should show speed amongst the pack of speedsters. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and one sound workout. A son of Half Ours, he is 62% in the money from sixteen career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#1 Brian's Iron Mike (J. Stokes / Landry) is another speedster in the mix. He holds the top last out speed number at a longer sprint and two superb workouts. This gelding is in great form and could take down this field. A son of Iron Fist, he is 88% in the money from nine career starts.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 Kingofbrokenhearts (Nieves / Mouton) is a son of Yankee Gentleman who has hit the board in all three of his starts at this distance. Strong workout tab.

#3 Janet's Jay Jay (Theriot / Alonzo) is a son of Orthodox who has hit the board in his last three races indicative of good form. Excellent workout tab.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#2 Bertie's Galaxy  ///  #10 Unified Report,  #6 Takes Two to Tango,  #1 Brian's Iron Mike,  #8 Kingofbrokenhearts,  #3 Janet's Jay Jay.

Reverse Wheel ($5.00)

#10, #6, #1, #8, #3  /// #2 Bertie's Galaxy.

Best of luck to you in all of your Stakes Saturday wagers!!!

  

A Churchill Fall Superfecta Sunday

Churchill opens its Fall meet with a slew of races for the youngsters. We look in on a grade three route stakes race.

Churchill Downs Race 10 {Street Sense Stakes~G3~1 1/16 mile~2 year-olds~Graded Stakes}

A great group of eleven talented youngsters will go to the gate in this grade three route.

Past Performances used: Equibase.

There should be a solid pace with a good portion of this field showing speed or liking a forwardly placed position. Speed numbers are fairly close. It is worth noting that youngsters can improve greatly from race to race. It should be an absolutely fantastic race.

#6 Red Route One (Santana / Asmussen) is the deserved favorite with highest last out speed number and three solid peaking workouts. This guy loves the surface and distance. He should track and close into a swift pace. A son of Gun Runner, he is 66% in the money from three career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Two Phils (Loveberry / Rivelli) should take another step forward with the second highest last out speed number and one sound workout. This guy has the tactical speed to stay with any pace that develops. A son of Hard Spun, he has a 50% win rate from four career starts.

#3 Jaces Road (Geroux / B. Cox) comes in with the fourth highest last out speed number and four hearty workouts. He should be forwardly placed. A son of Quality Road, he is 100% in the money from two career starts.

#7 Frosted Departure (B. Hernandez / McPeek) holds the highest speed number over the Churchill track. Add in two strong workouts and he is primed for improvement heading back to his favored track. He should be forwardly placed. A son of Frosted, he has a 40% win rate from five career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Top Recruit (Corrales / Maker) will stretch out with a power workout under his saddle. Son of Midshipman, he is 75% in the money from four career starts.

#9 Honed (Leparoux / McPeek) has improved with every start recording the third highest last out speed number in his last. Son of Sharp Azteca, he is 66% in the money from three career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#6 Red Route One  +  #5 Two Phils  +  #3 Jaces Road  +  #7 Frosted Departure.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($6.40)

#6 Red Route One  /  #5 Two Phils,  #3 Jaces Road  /  #5,  #3,  #7 Frosted Departure,  #1 Top Recruit,  #9 Honed  /  ALL.

Best of luck to you in all your Superfecta Sunday wagers!!!

Keeneland Turf for Stakes Saturday

 The Keeneland Fall meet closes out today as many handicappers begin looking over the pre-entries for the Breeder's Cup at Keeneland next weekend. We look at a graded Turf stakes race on this Stakes Saturday.

Keeneland Race 8 {Bryan Station Stakes~G3~1mile~TURF~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A highly talented field of twelve three year-olds will hit the green in this grade three Turf race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

A great field will create the best race on this Stakes Saturday. There is enough speed in here to maintain a solid pace. Speed figs are very close making it competitive as well. Only one millionaire (#5 Classic Causeway) makes an appearance. There are four also eligibles which if they draw in could be also rans. All are well prepped for this race with very good workout tabs. It should be a terrific race.

#2 Balnikov [IRE] (Gaffalione / D'Amato) comes in from the West coast with the second highest last out speed number at a longer route and three superb workouts. He loves this distance and surface. Look for him to close smashingly. A son of Adaay [IRE], he is 69% in the money from thirteen career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  #3 SHOW.

#5 Classic Causeway (B. Hernandez / McPeek) fired off three triple digits in his last three including the top speed last out. Combine that with two sound workouts, he will challenge. Look for him to be forwardly placed ready to strike coming into the stretch. A millionaire son of Giant's Causeway, he is 75% in the money from twelve career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#8 Wit (J. Ortiz / Pletcher) is expected to go off as the favorite exiting a fine first palce finish at Saratoga. He has put in three hearty workouts preparing fot this race. He should track the pace and tunnel through the stretch. A son of Practical Joke, he is 87% in the money from eight career starts. 

$2 SHOW.

#11 Stolen Base (Corrales / Maker) will contend with the second highest speed number at the distance and four super strong workouts. This lad will track and close into a strong pace. He relishes the surface, course and distance. A son of Bodemeister, he is 54% in the money from eleven career starts.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Ready to Perform (Rosario / B. Cox) is exactly that. He has the tactical speed to win the race coming off a longer turf route. Son of Kitten's Joy, he is 72% in the money from seven career starts.

#7 Double Clutch (Lanerie / Arnold) also comes off a longer Turf route with four excellent peaking workouts. A son of Optimizer, he is 60% in the money from five career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#2 Balnikov [IRE]  ///  #5 Classic Causeway,  #8 Wit,  #11 Stolen Base,  #1 Ready to Perform, #7 Double Clutch.

$1 Reverse Wheel ($5.00)

#5,  #8,  #11,  #1,  #7 Double Clutch  /// #2 Balinikov [IRE].

Best of luck to you all in your Stakes Saturday wagers!!!

   

Superfecta Sunday, Long on the Turf

 We go to Kentucky (virtually) to take in a wonderful a long Turf race for the ladies.

Keeneland Race 7 {Rood & Riddle Dowager Stakes~G3~1 1/2 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

A hugely talented field of ten will strut onto the Kentucky green.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

An experienced and competitive field will compete for the 300K purse in this annual affair. Only two will be stretching out and only one has not yet raced over the Keeneland course. The race has enough speed to put on a decent pace. Speed figures are very close. All have been well-prepped for this race. It should be the best race of the day.

#5 Temple City Terror (Gaffalione / B. Walsh) looks to be the favorite coming out of a grade two with the highest last out speed number and three superb workouts. She loves the surface, course and is an expert at this distance. She should track and close smoothly. A daughter of Temple City, she is 55% in the money from twenty-seven career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Luck Money (Cheminaud / Delacour) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number and three strong workouts. She will be amongst the tracker pack looking to break out. A daughter of Lookin at Lucky, she is 71% in the money from twenty-one career starts.

#8 Stand Tall (Geroux / Arnold) will contend with the fourth highest speed fig at this distance and three hearty peaking workouts. She should be tracking the pace closely seeking to strike in the stretch. A daughter of Uncle Mo, she is 50% in the money from sixteen career starts.

#3 Core Values (Bejarano / Oliver) holds the second highest speed number at the distance and three sound workouts. She is another tracker/closer type who will quicken going intto the stretch. A daughter of Honor Code, she hit the board in her only race at this distance. Overall, 31% in the money from sixteen career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Beside Herself (Prat / Pletcher) is another daughter of Uncle Mo. She has won at this distance and is 66% in the money from nine career starts.

#1 Coastana (Beschizza / DeVaux) will be stretching out to this distance with two good workouts. A daughter of Kitten's Joy, she is 75% in the money from eight career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Temple City Terrror  +  #2 Luck Money  +  #8 Stand Tall  +  #3 Core Values.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($6.40)

#5 Temple City Terror  /  #2 Luck Money,  #8 Stand Tall  /  #2, #8,  #3 Core Values,  #7 Beside Herself,  #1 Coastana  /  ALL.

Best of Luck on all your Superfecta Sunday tickets!!!

Long on the Turf at B-Aqueduct

 We take in a very nice grade two Turf race at B-Auqeduct.

Belmont at the Big "A" Race 7 {Hill Prince Stakes~1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

An exceptionally talented field of ten will hit the New York grass.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This race is lacking in true speed, though three in here could be forwardly placed. Speed figs are very close. Expect a competitive race with a quickening around the turn. Only four have raced over the Aqueduct course. Two will be stretching out to this distance. One will be making the surface switch from dirt to Turf. It is a very intriguing stakes race.

#2 Grand Sonata (J. Alvarado / Pletcher) drops down in distance with the second highest last out speed number and four superb workouts. Expect him to be among the tracker pack. A son of Medaglia d'Oro, he is 70% in the money from ten career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#10 Limited Liability (J. Ortiz / McGaughey) is a certified closer with the highest (tie) last out speed number and four strong workouts. This guy loves the distance and the surface. A son of Kitten's Joy, he is 85% in the money from seven career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#9 Wicked Fast (McCarthy / Maker) comes in from a longer Turf route with the third highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. He should track and close into the pace. A son of Tourist, he is 66% in the money from nine career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#1 Celestial City (J. Lezcano / McGaughey) will be stretching out to this distance with the fourth highest last out speed number and two sound workouts over the turf. He should track the pace very closely and spring into the stretch. A son of Uncle Mo, he is 75% in the money from eight career starts.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Constitution Lawyer (D. Davis / Handal) son of Constitution, is dropping in distance and is 60% in the money at this very distance.

#5 St. Anthony (Castellano / Drysdale) son of Noble Mission [GB], is a West coast type that has two good workouts over synth and turf. Could Surprise.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#2 Grand Sonata  //  #10 Limited Liability,  #9 Wicked Fast,  #1 Celestial City,  #3 Constitution Lawyer,  #5 St. Anthony.

Reverse Your Wheel ($5.00)

#10,  #9,  #1,  #3,  #5  //  #2.

Best of Luck to you in all your Stakes Saturday wagers!!!

Superfecta Sunday at Keeneland

 The Turf action is great at magnificent Keeneland and we target a superb Turf sprint stakes at that historic track.

Keeneland Race 7 {Franklin Stakes~G3~5 1/2 Furlongs~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

A highly talented field of twelve will hit the grass in this annual event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This is how a field should stack up for 10 CENT Super horseplayers. Lots of speedy types will strut onto the grass. Speed figs are very close making this one strongly competitive. Only five here have not raced over the Keeneland course. It should be one of the best Turf sprints of the week.

#6 Twilight Gleaming [IRE] (J. Velazquez / W. Ward) is the deserved favorite with the fourth highest last out speed number and two strong workouts. She will show her speed from the gate. This gal will be seeking her third win in a row. A daughter of National Defense [GB], she is 100% in the money from eight career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#10 Change of Control (C. Hernandez / Lovell) should challenge from a pressing position. She shares the second highest speed number at this distance and has put in two decent workouts. A daughter of Fed Biz, she is 66% in the money from thirty-nine career starts.

#2 Caravel (Gaffalione / B. Cox) will contend with the third highest (tie) last out speed number and two sound workouts. She should be forwardly placed. A daughter of Mizzen Mast, she is 72% in the money from eighteen career starts.

#11 Brooke Marie (L. Saez / Kenneally) should be in the mix with the highest (tie) last out speed number and two hearty workouts. She has the tactical speed to run with whatever pace develops. A daughter of Lemon Drop Kid, she is 66% in the money from eighteen career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

 #4 Creative Credit (Ouzts / Haehn). Daughter of Creative Cause, she appears to be in good form with a 50% in the money record from twenty career starts.

#7 Toby's Heart (Cheminaud / B. Lynch). Daughter of Jack Milton, excels at this distance with an 83% in the money record at same and a 56% overall in the money record from sixteen career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#6 Twilight Gleaming [IRE]  +  #10 Change of Control  +  #2 Craravel  +  #11 Brooke Marie.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($10.80)

#6 Twilight Gleaming [IRE]  /  #10 Change of Control,  #2 Caravel,  #11 Brooke Marie  /  #10,  #2,  #11,  #4 Creative Credit,  #7 Toby's Heart  /  ALL.

Best of luck to you in all your Superfecta Sunday selections!!!

 

Nothing Better than a Keeneland Fall

 Fall is the best time of the year and magnificent Keeneland really brings it into focus.

 With a number of Breeder's Cup win and your in contests across the country we zero in on the Coolmore Turf Mile Stakes.

Keeneland Race 10 {Coolmore Turf Mile Stakes~G1~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

An exceptional field of eleven will take to the Turf in this Breeder's Cup qualifier. 

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is sensational speed lining up for this tremendous race. Speed numbers are very close making it super competitive. There are six millionaires in this field. Only three have not run over the beautiful Keeneland course. Could be anyone's race. It should be the best race of the day.

#3 Order of Australia [IRE] (Soumillion / A. O'Brien) could be the big surprise as many of the wise guys are picking others. He comes out of a second place finish in a Group One over in France a month ago. This guy appears to be coming into form. He should be tracking a very fast pace ready to strike in the stretch. A millionaire son of Australia [IRE], he is 50% in the money from twenty career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#1 Classic Causeway (Leparoux / McPeek) has run exceedingly well after switching to Turf following his third place finish in the Ohio Derby at Thistledown. He should show speed and is capable of carrying it forward coming off a longer route and putting in two solid peaking workouts. A millionaire son of Giant's Causeway, he is 81% in the money from eleven career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#6 Ivar [BRZ] (Talamo / Lobo) will challenge with the highest (tie) last out speed number and one sound workout. He should track and close into a heated pace. This six year-old loves the surface, distance, and course. A millionaire son of Agnes Gold [JPN], he is 69% in the money from thirteen career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#7 Santin (Gaffalione / B. Walsh) should contend sharing the highest last out speed number at a longer route and putting in four strong workouts in preparation. He should track the pace very closely and press forward into the stretch. A millionaire son of Distorted Humor, he is 75% in the money from eight career starts.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Mason [GB] (Prat / C. Brown) has hit the board in all five of his runs at this distance. He should be forwardly placed. A millionaire son of Kingman [GB], he is 90% in the money from ten career starts.

#8 Annapolis (I. Ortiz / Pletcher) continues to show improvement winning a longer route in his last. He has the tactical speed for whatever pace develops. A son of War Front, he is 100% in the money from six career starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#3 Order of Australia [IRE]  ///  #1 Classic Causeway,  #6 Ivar [BRZ],  #7 Santin,  #5 Masen [GB],  #8 Annapolis.

Reverse the Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#1, #6,  #7,  #5,  #8  ///  #3 Order of Australia [IRE].

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Order of Australia [IRE]  +  #1 Classic Causeway  +  #6 Ivar [BRZ]  +  #7 Santin.

Best of luck to you in all your Keeneland wagers this Fall!!!

Superfecta Sunday in Kentucky

 We are keen to take on the lucky last race at Churchill on this Superfecta Sunday.

Churchill Downs Race 10 {6 furlongs~3 year-old Up~Maiden Special Weight}

A talented group of ten will hit the Churchill dirt.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed in this one to create a frothy pace. Only one first time starter is among the field. Three will be navigating this sprint distance for the first time. Speed numbers are fairly close making it competitive. It should be a good race to cap off the Churchill card.

#7 Skelly (B. Hernandez / Asmussen) will be making his second start with the highest last out speed number and four strong peaking workouts. He should show speed. A son of Practical Joke, he is 100% in the money from his only start.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#1 Fowler Castle (Edg. Morales / M. Casse) is the only first time starter in the field. He is well prepped for this start with four solid peaking workouts emphasizing speed. A son of Tiznow, he is schooled by hall of fame connections.

#5 Victory March (Lanerie / Calhoun) will be making his third career start after an extended layoff. This guy will be tracking the field looking to strike in the stretch. He has covered this distance in both of his previous races. A son of Maclean's Music, he is 50% in the money from two career starts.

#3 Shipman (Bejarano / Green) has the tactical speed to settle into whatever pace develops. He comes in with three good last out speed numbers. A son of Midshipman, he is 50% in the money from six career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Engrave (Gaffalione / Lobo) could go off as the favorite with the fourth highest last out speed number and three strong workouts. He will show tactical speed. A son of Flatter, he is 70% in the money from ten career starts.

#6 Montauk Point (Santana / McGaughey) looks to improve on his last out at a route. Four hearty workouts adds to his cache. He should be forwardly placed. A son of Violence, he is 50% in the money from six career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#7 Skelly  +  #1 Fowler Castle  +  #5 Victory March  +  #3 Shipman.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($8.40)

#7 Skelly  /  #1 Fowler Castle,  #5 Victory March,  #3 Shipman  /  #1,  #5,  #3,  #4 Engrave,  #6 Montauk Point  /  ALL.

May all your tickets cash on this Spectacular Superfecta Sunday!!!

Stakes Saturday Turf Action at Hawthorne Race Course

 A great weekend of excellent stakes action and we look in on a fine Turf race in suburban Chicago.

Hawthorne Race Course Race 7 {Hawthorne Derby~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Stakes}

A good field of nine will hit the turf in this fine stakes race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed in this one to maintain an honest pace. Speed figs are very close. Not one of these horses has raced over the Hawthorne course. Only three have raced at this distance. It shapes up to be a highly competitive, exciting race.

#2 Speaking Scout (Loveberry / Motion) might go off as the favorite with the second highest last out speed number at a longer turf route and one solid workout. This lad holds the highest speed number at the distance. He should track the pace and strike heading into the stretch. A son of Mr. Speaker, he is 45% in the money from eleven career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Encourage (Emigh / McPeek) should pose a might challenge coming out of a longer turf route in which he was victorious earning him the highest last out speed number. This gelding has put in a hearty workout. He is another tracker that will battle in the stretch. A son of Air Force Blue, he holds a 40% win record from five career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#4 American Mayhem (O. Mojica / DiVito) will contend with the fourth highest last out speed number and two super strong workouts. He will stretch out to this distance showing speed and donning the ski mask in an attempt to steal this one. A son of Maclean's Music, he is 66% in the money from six career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#5 Tonka Warrior (Santiago / H. Robertson) is yet another tracker with the third highest last out speed number and one sound workout. He will be stretching out to this distance for the first time. A son of Cupid, he is 85% in the money from seven career starts.

$1 SHOW.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

 #2 Speaking Scout  //  #6 Encourage,  #4 American Mayhem,  #5 Tonka Warrior, adding in #3 Xavey Dave (E. Gallardo / H. Robertson and #7 Wicked Genius (Lopez / Maker).

Reverse the above selections ($5.00):  #6,  #4,  #5,  #3,  #7  //  #2 Speaking Scout.

Best of luck to you in all of your wagers on this magnificent Stakes Saturday!!!

Superfecta Sunday in OK

 We take in the beauty of Oklahoma as we focus on the lucky last over the Turf on Oklahoma Derby day.

Remington Park Race 12 {Remington Green~ 1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Stakes}

A nice full field of twelve will hit the green. 

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This race comes up very light on speed. Count on it being run like the Euro races across the pond with a tremendous quickening coming into the stretch. Speed numbers are very close among this group. Four have raced over the Remington Park grass. Only one millionaire is in this crew. It should be a terrific night cap on a great day of racing across the fruited plains.

#3 Price Talk (Geroux / B. Cox) comes in with the highest last out speed number and three high velocity workouts. He could be one of four that should be forwardly placed. This lad loves the surface and distance. A son of Kitten's Joy, he is 72% in the money from fourteen career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#7 US Navy Cross (L. Quinonez / Broberg) will close earnestly with three strong last out speed numbers. He loves this distance hitting the board in all five starts at it. A son of Curlin, he is 55% in the money from eighteen career starts.

#4 Logical Myth (L. Goncalves / S. Davis) is another who has hit the board in all (three) of his starts at this distance. He holds the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and three strong workouts. Look for him to track the pace. A son of Data Link, he is 51% in the money from twenty-nine career starts.

#10 Sunlit Song (B. Hernandez / Willis) should battle from a forwardly placed position. This guy is another that hit the board in all of his starts (four) at this distance. Last raced at Houston, he comes in with a vibrant workout tab of four strengthening workouts. A son of Golden Song, he is 76% in the money from thirty-four career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Hidden Enemy [IRE] (Elliott / Asmussen) should challenge coming down from Saratoga where he hit the board in his last. One solid workout adds to his luster. Consider him a tracker/closer where he will be in the midst of the quickening skirmish coming into the stretch. A son of Galileo [IRE], he will relish this distance.

#9 Devamani [FR] (Torres / Diodoro) holds the second highest speed number at this distance and should figure prominently as he tracks the pace. He comes in from Saratoga. A son of Dubawi [IRE], he is another that loves this distance.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Price Talk  +  #7 US Navy Cross  +  #4 Logical Myth  +  #10 Sunlit Song.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($7.20)

#3 Price Talk  /  #7 US Navy Cross,  #4 Logical Myth  /  #7,  #4,  #10 Sunlit Song,  #2 Hidden Enemy [IRE],  #9 Devamani {IRE]  /  ALL.

May all your tickets cash on this fantastic Superfecta Sunday!!!

Up North for the Woodbine Mile

 A great day of racing up North at World class Woodbine where we will focus on the Ricoh Woodbine Mile.

Woodbine Race 9 {Ricoh Woodbine Mile~G1~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A field of eleven will hit the beautiful Woodbine Turf course in this true grade one.

Past Performances used:  DRF Formulator.

There is plenty of speed to produce a scintillating pace where the off the pace types have a real chance to steal this one. Speed figs are very close making it super competitive. Three millionaires are in the race. Any of these talented horses have a chance to pull off the victory. Let's enjoy a great Woodbine card and a thrilling Woodbine mile.

#5 Modern Games [IRE] (Buick / Appleby) comes in from across the pond as the favorite. He holds the highest last out speed fig and has put in a workmanlike work in preparation. He should be right off the pack of leaders. A millionaire son of Dubawi [IRE], he is 80% in the money from ten career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#9 War Bomber [IRE] (Civaci / McKnight) appears ready to pop a good one with a last out speed fig that earned him a win over a longer route and two solid workouts. He has the tactical speed to sit and strike. A son of War Front, he is 54% in the money from eleven career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#4 Finest Sound [IRE] (Atzeni / Crisford) is another that comes in from across the pond with a splendid speed number last out. He should be forwardly placed battling for position. A son of Exceed and Excel [AUS], he is 80% in the money from twenty career starts

$2 SHOW.

#3 Wakanaka [IRE] (M. Franco / Mott) should take advantage of a heated pace with the fourth highest last out speed number and three superb workouts. He loves the surface, course and distance. A son of Power [GB], he is 92% in the money from thirteen career starts.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering interests

#2 Ivar [BRZ] (Talamo / Lobo) will launch into a hot pace. Son of Agnes Gold [JPN], he comes out of a winning longer route and has put in four excellent peaking workouts.

#7 Homer Screen [BRZ] (Bravo / Drysdale) is another that will take advantage of a sizzling pace. Comes out of a longer route and holds two powerful workouts. A son of Adriano.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#5 Modern Games [IRE]  //  #9 War Bomber [IRE],  #4 Finest Sound [IRE],  #3 Wakanaka [IRE],  #2 Ivar [BRZ],  #7 Homer Screen [BRZ].

20 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Modern Games [IRE]  +  #9 War Bomber [IRE]  +  #4 Finest Sound [IRE]  +  #3 Wakanaka [IRE].

20 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#5 Modern Games [IRE]  /  #9 War Bomber [IRE],  #4 Finest Sound {IRE]  /  #9,  #4,  #3 Wakanaka [IRE],  #2 Ivar [BRZ],  #7 Homer Screen [BRZ]  /  #9,  #4,  #3,  #2,  #7.

Best to all in  all of your Stakes Saturday wagers!!!   

Let's Hit the TURF 30 minutes from Nashville

 Off we go to look in on one of the best Turf meets in the country. A very nice Turf marathon will roll for the ladies.

Kentucky Downs {Ladies Marathon~G3~1 5/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

A fine field of nine ladies will hit the fantastic Kentucky Downs course.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There are a few gals that should be forwardly placed that could push the pace. Speed numbers are very close which should make this one quite competitive. Only two will be stretching out to this distance. Key to success at Kentucky Downs is a good workout tab. All of these ladies check that box. It should be another terrific race on todays KD card.

#8 Family Way (Gaffalione / B. Walsh) will go off as the favorite with the second highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. She loves the surface, distance and course. Definitely the one to beat. A daughter of Uncle Mo, she is 70% in the money from seventeen career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#2 Luck Money (Cheminaud / Delacour) will challenge coming off a longer Turf route and four powerful peaking workouts. She should track the pace and swing into the stretch. This gal is another that loves the surface, distance, and course. A daughter of Lookin At Lucky, she is 70% in the money from twenty career starts.

#5 Core Values (Corrales / Oliver) should contend with the third highest (tie) last out speed number and three superb works. She is a talented tracker and closer. A daughter of Honor Code, she should out run her odds.

#1 Adventuring (Rosario / B. Cox) will show her speed and has the opportunity to wire this field. This gal holds the highest last out speed number and three hearty peaking workouts. Another that relishes the surface, distance and course. A daughter of Pioneerof the Nile, she is 72% in the money from eleven career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#8 Family Way  +  #2 Luck Money  +  #5 Core Values  +  #1 Adventuring.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#8 Family Way  /  #2 Luck Money,  #5 Core Values  /  #2,  #5,  #1 Adventuring,  #4 Flippant,  #7 Stand Tall  /  ALL.

Best of luck to you all on all of your Kentucky Downs wagers!!!!

A Little Turf Action in Minnesota

 We go up to Minnesota to catch some great Turf action on this Superfecta Sunday.

Canterbury Race 7 {7 1/2 Furlongs~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Allowance}

A solid field of ten will hit the Minnesota green.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This nicely bred group should be very competitive. There is enough speed to keep the pace rolling. Speed figs are very close. Only three have not raced over the Canterbury course. it should be an excellent race to wager and watch.

#7 Jewel Azul (Wade / Woolley) enters with the highest last out speed number. She should track and close swiftly into a decent pace. This gal also enjoys the highest speed number over the surface and at the distance. A daughter of California Chrome, she is 66% in the money at this distance.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#11 Morgs World (C. Roman / M. Robertson) could go off as the favorite with the second highest last out speed number at a route and two solid workouts. Look for her to track the pace-setters. A daughter of Jimmy Creed, she is 57% in the money from seven career starts.

#1 Rollin Blackout (M. Arroyo / Sheehan) will challenge as she has hit the board in all three of her starts at this distance. She comes in off a route distance and has one sound workout. She could be sent. A daughter of Bal a Bali [BRZ], she is 54% in the money from eleven career starts.

#5 Intense Company (J. Bridgmohan / Rengstorf) will contend with the third highest last out speed number at a route and one good workout. She should be forwardly placed. A daughter of Fast Company [IRE], she is 57% in the money from seven career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Alqwani (A Quinonez / Padilla) switches from dirt to Turf in her fourth career start. Daughter of Phantom Wildcat, she is 33% in the money from three career starts.

#6 War Music (K. Lopez / Donlin) doubled up her speed figs her her last two and has posted a speedy workout. Daughter of Double Irish, she is 45% in the money from eleven career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

 #7 Jewel Azul  +  #11 Morgs World  +  #1 Rollin Blackout  +  #5 Intense Company [IRE].

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($5.60)

#7 Jewel Azul,  #11 Morgs World  /  #7, #11,  #1 Rollin Blackout  /  #7,  #11,  #1,  #5 Intense Company [IRE]  /  ALL.

Best of luck to you in all your Superfecta Sunday wagers!!!

Kentucky Downs is Racing on this Stakes Saturday

 We look in on that quirky little meet in Franklin, Kentucky for some great Turf action on this great Stakes Saturday.

Kentucky Downs Race 10 {Winstar Mint Million~G3~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A quality group of nine will run over this challenging Turf course.

Past Performances used:  DRF Classic.

There is a considerable amount of speed and forwardly placed types to carry the pace swiftly over the unique undulating Kentucky Downs course. Speed numbers are very close, making it extremely competitive. Only one millionaire is entered in this field. It should be a very exciting race for Turf lovers across North America.

#3 Pixelate (Geroux / Stidham) is here to defend victory in this race last year. He has a very good chance to do so with all the speed signed on. This lad holds the second highest speed number at the distance and four superb peaking workouts. A millionaire son of City Zip, he is 79% in the money from twenty-four career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Atone (Gaffalione / Maker) will pose a mighty challenge with the highest speed number at this distance and an 85% in the money record at same. He has the tactical speed to take measure of the pace and move forward. A son of Into Mischief, he is 63% in the money from nineteen career starts.

 $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#4 Gray's Fable (Michel / Lynch) could surprise with the second highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. He relishes the surface and distance. This guy is another with tactical speed. A son of gallant sire, Gio Ponti, he is 57% in the money from twenty-one career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#6 Mr. Dumas (R. Gutierrez / J.A. Ortiz) will be in the mix with the third highest (3-way tie) last out speed number and three strong workouts. This guy should track the pace closely and strike in the stretch. A son of Majesticperfection, he is 75% in the money from twenty-four career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Kentucky Ghost (Bejarano / Oliver) will take advantage of a speedy pace with his closing kick. Son of Ghostzapper, he is 59% in the money from twenty-two career starts.

#2 Calvary Charge (Cohen / D. Stewart) should be part of the pace scenario. Son of Honor Code, he is 52% in the money from twenty-one career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#3 Pixelate  //  #9 Atone,  #4 Gray's Fable,  #6 Mr. Dumas,  #7 Kentucky Ghost,  #2 Calvary Charge.

Reverse Wheel ($5.00)

#9 Atone,  #4 Gray's Fable,  #6 Mr. Dumas,  #7 Kentucky Ghost,  #2 Calvary Charge  //  #3 Pixelate.

May the majority of your tickets cash on this wonderful Stakes Saturday!!!

Travers Day 2022

 On this Stakes Saturday, Saratoga produces another excellent card for Travers Day.

Saratoga Race 11 {Travers Stakes~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A nice field of eight will go to the gate in this historic race.

Past Performances used:  DRF Formulator.

Five millionaires are among this star-studded field. There is enough pace to maintain a frothy pace. Speed numbers are fairly close making the race competitive. Only three have not raced over the Saratoga track. It should be a fantastic race on a great Saratoga card.

#5 Artorias (I. Ortiz / C. Brown) will take another step forward as he stretches out to this distance. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. Look for him to track the pace and make his move in the stretch. A son of Arrogate, he is 100% in the money from three career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#1 Cyberknife (Geroux / B. Cox) is looking for a peak performance after win his last two with improving speed figs. He shares the highest last out speed number and has put in three superb workouts. Look for him to track the pace closely and get first jump on the leaders. A son of Gun Runner, he is 77% in the money from nine career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#6 Epicenter (Rosario / Asmussen) should go off as the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number and three hearty peaking workouts. He should be forwardly placed. A son of Not This Time, he is 88% in the money from nine career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#7 Early Voting (J. Ortiz / C. Brown) will be part of the pace scenario with the third highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. He also holds the highest speed number at this distance. Another millionaire son of Gun Runner, he is 77% in the money from nine career starts.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 Zandon (Prat / C. Brown) should race close to the pace. This millionaire son of Upstart, is 100% in the money from six career starts.

#2 Rich Strike (Leon / E. Reed) will be closing gallantly into a fast pace. This Kentucky Derby winning son of Keen Ice, is 55% in the money from nine career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#5 Artorias  //  #1 Cyberknife,  #6 Epicenter,  #7 Early Voting,  #8 Zandon, #2 Rich Strike.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Artorias  +  #1 Cyberknife  +  #6 Epicenter  +  #7 Early Voting.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.00)

#5 Artorias  /  #1 Cyberknife,  #6 Epicenter  /  #1,  #6,  #7 Early Voting,  #8 Zandon,  #2 Rich Strike  /  ALL.

Best of luck to you all.  May all your tickets cash!!

Superfecta Sunday at Saratoga

 Up to the Spa for Superfecta Sunday to take a stab at a two year-old stakes race on the Turf.

Saratoga Race 9 {Bolton Landing Stakes~5 1/2 Furlongs~2 year-old~Fillies~Stakes}

A talented field of nine young gals will hit the green in this competitive stakes race.

Past performances used:  Equibase.

Their a good amount of speed to create a scintillating pace. Speed figs are very close as these young ladies continue to show improvement. Only one, Aztec Nights, has raced over the Saratoga course breaking her maiden. All have cobbled together strong workout tabs in preparation for this race. It should be one of the best on the Saratoga card.

#2 Love Reigns [IRE] (I. Ortiz / W. Ward) last raced at Ascot in Great Britain. She has already scored a victory at this distance, breaking her maiden. Her four strong workouts will serve her well as she battles this field. A daughter of US Navy Flag, she is 50% in the money from two career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#3 No Kay Never [IRE] (Gaffalione / W. Ward) will show speed off her maiden win last out. She has put in three solid peaking workouts in preparation. A daughter of No Nay Never, she is 100% in the money from one career start.

#7 Redifined (J. Velazquez / A. Dutrow) should contend with a maiden win at Belmont last out. She has put in three superb workouts. Look for her to track and strike in the stretch. A daughter of More than Ready, she is another with a 100% win rate from her lone start.

#9 Sweet Harmony (Castellano / Terranova) is the only one in the field who has won her first two starts. She should be forwardly placed and has put in two sound works. A daughter of Bayern, she has a 100% win rate.

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#6 Aztec Nights (Santana / Catalano) is the only winner of the crew at the Spa. She holds a good workout tab of three hearty works. Look for her to track the leaders and quicken in the stretch. A daughter of Sharp Azteca.

#4 Kerry (Rosario / Clement) is the most experienced in the field having run three races for scoring a win in one of them. She should track the pace closely and hustled into the stretch. A daughter of Practical Joke.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Love Reigns {IRE]  +  #3 No Kay Never [IRE]  +  #7 Redifined  +  #9 Sweet Harmony.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#2 Love Reigns [IRE]  /  #3 No Kay Never [IRE],  #7 Redifined  /  #3,  #7,  #9 Sweet Harmony,  #6 Aztec Nights,  #4 Kerry  /  ALL.

Best of luck to you in all your Superfecta Sunday wagers!!!