Jersey Breds on Superfecta Sunday

 Oceanport, New Jersey is our virtual destination for a Jersey bred sprint handicap.

Monmouth Park Race 9 {Eleven North Handicap~6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~New Jersey Bred~Stakes}

A good crop of nine will go to the gate in this Jersey handicap.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed to maintain a strong pace. Speed numbers for this group are very close. This entire group love the surface, distance, and track. The race should be super competitive as they sprint over the Monmouth track. A quality race for our Superfecta Sunday.

#7 Mias Crusade (J. Torres / Spina) holds the second highest speed number at this distance and has put in two solid peaking workouts. This gal has the tactical speed to mold into the pace. She has strong in the money performance over the surface, distance, and track. A daughter of Greenpointcrusader, she is 57% in the money from fourteen career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#4 Sadie Baby (Rendon / McBurney) should track the pace closely. She holds the third highest last out speed number and two efficient workouts. This gal holds exceptional in the money performances over the surface, distance, and track. A daughter of California Chrome, she is 66% in the money from six career starts.

#9 Beach Daze (Bowman / Mann) will be tracking the pace and strike in the stretch. She is 100% in the money at this distance. Last out she ran a route and has put in a peaking workout. A daugher of Blofeld, she is 66% in the money from eighteen career starts.

#5 Precious Avary (S. Gonzalez / Shaw) is the morning line favorite with the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer sprint and one hearty workout. She has the tactical speed to blend into the speed. Of this group, she holds the highest speed number over the surface, distance, and track. A daughter of Divining Rod, she is 63% in the money from eleven career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Roselba (J. Vargas / Huston) has posted good speed numbers in her last three races. She has tactical speed. A daughter of Private Interview, she is 31% itm.

#8 I Can Run (Rojas / Gonzalez) holds the highest last out speed number at a route. She is a tracker counting on a swift pace. A daughter of Tourist, she is 40% in the money from fifteen starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#7 Mias Crusade  +  #4 Sadie Baby  +  #9 Beach Daze  +  #5 Precious Avary.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#7 Mias Crusade  /  #4 Sadie Baby,  #9 Beach Daze  /  #4,  #9,  #5 Precious Avary,  #6 Roselba,  #8 I Can Run  /  ALL.

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

Travers 2023

 The very best 3 year-olds will line up today for the 2023 Travers Stakes.

Saratoga Race 12 {Travers Stakes~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A small field of seven will go to the gate in this year's "Summer Derby".

Past Performances used:  DRF Formulator.

This race has all the components to make a great race. The Kentucky Derby winner is here. The Preakness winner is here. The Belmont Stakes winner is here. And the supporting cast are meritorious as well. Five millionaires comprise the field. Speed figs are very close. Any one of these lads could pull off the victory. It should be one of the best running's of the Travers.

#1 Forte (I. Ortiz / Pletcher) is the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number and two essential workouts. He won over the Saratoga track in his last out. This guy will side up in a nice tracking position ready to unload in the stretch. A millionaire son of Violence, he is 88% in the money from nine starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Disarm (Rosario / Asmussen) should challenge with his tracking and closing running style. He holds the third highest last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. This guy favors the surface, distance, and track. A son of Gun Runner, he is 75% in the money from eight starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Scotland (Alvarado / Mott) has shown good improvement with every start. He has won his last two and has put in three sound peaking workouts. He should be part of the pace scenario. A son of Good Magic, he is 100% in the money from four career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#4 Mage (Saez / Delgado) is the Kentucky Derby winner that will show great challenge with the highest speed number at this very distance and three endurance strengthening workouts. He should track and close into the pace. A millionaire son of Good Magic, he is 83% in the money from six starts.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Arcangelo (Castellano / Antonucci) is the Belmont Stakes winner that should be in the thick of it with the second highest last out speed number and two hearty workouts. He should track the pace and strike in the stretch. A millionaire son of Arrogate, he is 80% in the money from five starts.

#5 National Treasure (Velazquez / Baffert) will try to steal this one on the front end. He holds three good last out speed numbers and four frothy workouts. The preakness winner can be considered a specialist at this distance. A millionaire son of Quality Road, he is 72% in the money from seven starts.

#3 Tapit Trice (J. Ortiz / Pletcher) is another tracker-closer in the field. He holds a decent last out speed number and two sound workouts. A millionaire son of Tapit, he is 75% in the money from eight career starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($6.00)

#1 Forte  //  ALL.

Reverse the Wheel ($6.00)

ALL  //  #1 Forte.

Best of luck with all your Traver's Day wagers!!!

  

Maryland TURF on Superfecta Sunday

 Another Superfecta Sunday with plenty of Turf action across North America. We look in on a good Turf race in Maryland.

Laurel Park Race 6 {1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Claiming}

A bankroll building field of ten will hit the Maryland green in this claiming contest.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This group looks ready to rumble. The race comes up light on speed. Speed numbers are very close making it a competitive race. Only two will be stretching out to this distance. It should be a fine race on a Turf heavy Superfecta Sunday.

#7 Stimulous Maker (Humphrey / McMahon) is the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number and one endurance producing workout. This lad has the ability to show speed on the front end. He loves the surface and the course. A son of Fed Biz, he is 55% in the money from twenty starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#10 My Boy Colton (J. Rodriguez / Ness) will challenge with solid win in his second to last out race. He stretches out in this race. This guy loves the surface, but will cover the Laurel course for the first time. A son of Pioneerof the Nile, he is 52% in the money from nineteen starts.

#3 Daredavite (Briceno / Albert) has scored a win at this distance, course and surface. He holds the second highest last out speed number. Look for him to track the pace and strike going into the stretch. A son of Daredevil, he is 30% in the money from ten starts.

#4 Prince of Caps (J. Hernandez / C. Gonzalez) holds the third highest speed number at the distance and has put in two good workouts in the last thirty days. He is another that will track the pace. A son of Awesome Again, he is 35% in the money from twenty-eight starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Seville Row (Marquez / Stettinous) is well suited for this race as he loves the surface and the Laurel course. Yet another tracking who will wind up heading into the stretch. Son of Seville [GER], he is 48% itm from twenty-seven starts.

#6 Grecian Pharoah (Rosado / Gaudet) has hit the board in both of his starts over the course. Look for him to track and close into the pace. Son of American Pharoah, he is 28% itm from twenty-five starts.

10 CENT Suprefecta Box ($2.40)

#7 Stimulous Maker  +  #10 My Boy Colton  +  #3 Daredavite  +  #4 Prince of Caps.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($5.60)

#7 Stimulous Maker  /  #10 My Boy Colton,  #3 Daredavite  /  #10,  #3,  #4Prince of Caps,  #1 Seville Row [GER],  #6 Grecian Pharoah  /  ALL.

Best of luck to you in all your Superfecta Sunday TURF action!!!

Up North for a Grade 2 on Stakes Saturday

 Another great Stakes Saturday with fabulous stakes races from coast to coast. We go North for a graded stakes mile on the Turf.

Woodbine Race 9 {King Edward Stakes~G2~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A superb cast of eleven will hit the Woodbine Turf in this annual contest.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There are plenty of speedsters and forwardly placed types to create a sizzling pace. Speed numbers are fairly close with a few standouts ready for battle. Only two have not covered the Woodbine turf. It looks to be a fantastic and competitive race.

#1 Pao Alto [FR] (R. Hernandez / Motion) comes in from Laurel and will run over the Woodbine course for the first time. He holds the highest last out speed number at a longer route and two sound workouts. This gelding will track the pace and strike in the stretch. A son of Intello [GER], he is 60% in the money from twenty-three starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Shirl's Speight (Wilson / Attfield) is the deserved favorite with the highest speed number at the distance and four powerful workouts. He will track the pace and will move forward through the stretch. The lone millionaire in the field. A son of Speightstown, he is 50% in the money from sixteen career starts.

$2 PLACE /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Treason (Kimura / J. Carroll) has the tactical speed to stay the course as the pace develops. He holds the second highest last out speed number and four stellar workouts. This lad has cobbled together triple digit speed figs in his last three races. A son of Constitution, he is 50% in the money from eight career starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 Conglomerate (Castellano / M. Casse) is one expected to track and close gallantly. He holds a very good last out speed number at a longer route and one hearty workout. This son of Lemon Drop Kid, is 72% in the money from twenty-two career starts. 

#5 War Bomber [IRE] (Walcott / McKnight) holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number and one good workout. He should be part of the pace scenario. Two wins at the distance adds to his luster. A son of War Front, he is 62% in the money form eighteen career starts.

#9 Lucky Score (Civaci / M. Casse) will stretch out to this distance for the first time. He will close hard into a strong pace. This guy shares the third highest last out speed number and one excellent workout. A son of Lookin At Lucky, he is 75% in the money from twenty-two starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#1 Pao Alto [FR]  //  #6 Shirl's Speight,  #7 Treason,  #8 Conglomerate,  #5 War Bomber [IRE],  #9 Lucky Score.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#6,  #7,  #8,  #5,  #9  //  #1 Pao Alto [FR].

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

  

It"s MILLION Day!

Yes, the Arlington Million this year is held at one of the best Turf courses in North America, Colonial Downs. This historic race, once the highlight of the Arlington Park season (RIP beloved Arlington Park), has a fantastic field.

Colonial Downs Race 10 {Arlington Million~G1~1 1/4 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A strong field of eleven will hit the Colonial grass in this great race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This field has enough speed to churn a fast pace. Only one horse has raced over the Colonial Downs course. Speed numbers are very close with all of these competitors hitting a triple digit speed fig in at least one of their last three races. Four millionaires make an appearance. All have been well prepped for this prestigious race. It should be an incredible race.

#3 Set Piece [GB] (Geroux / B. Cox) will come a closing as this field rounds the turn. He holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number and four hearty workouts. He leads this field with twelve career wins. This guy will stretch out to this distance. A millionaire son of Dansilli [GB], he is 60% in themoney from twenty-eight career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#8 Catnip (B. Hernandez / Stidham) should track the pace closely seeking to strike in the stretch. This four-year-old gelding is the only contestant to have raced over the Colonial course. His last was at a longer distance with a good speed number. Two bullet workouts add to his cache. A son of Kitten's Joy, he is 75% in the money from eight career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Never Explain (Cheminaud / McGaughey) will be coming down in distance with the second highest last out speed number and two solid peaking workouts. He should track the pace somewhat closely. A son of Street Sense, he is 58% in the money from seventeen career starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Adhamo [IRE] (Prat / C. Brown) comes in off an extended layoff. He has hit the board in all four of his starts at this distance. He should track the pace. A son of Intello [GER], he is 64% in the money from seventeen career starts.

#4 Atone (Carmouche / Maker) should be part of the speed on the front end of the race. He has a powerful workout tab of four works and the highest last out speed number. A son of Into Mischief, he is 60% in the money from twenty-five starts.

#6 Master Piece [CHI] (J. Lezcano / R. Dutrow) should track and close into the pace. A six-time winner, he holds the second highest speed number at the distance. A son of Mastercraftsman [IRE], he is 54% itm from twenty-four starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#3 Set Piece [GB]  //  #8 Catnip, #2 Never Explain,  #9 Adhamo [IRE],  #4 Atone,  #6 Master Piece [CHI].

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#8,  #2,  #9,  #4, #6  //  #3 Set Piece [GB].

Best of luck with all your wagers on Million Day!!!

  

Pucker Up for Superfecta Sunday

 On this Superfecta Sunday we look into a great graded Turf stakes down in Kentucky that was once one of the special races up at the old Arlington Park.

Ellis Park Race 8 {Pucker Up Stakes~G3~1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Fillies~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of eight will hit the green in this glorious race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This one comes up a little light on speed. Speed numbers, however are very close for these gals. Half the field have races over the Ellis Park course. Also, half the field has gone this distance. It should be a very competitive contest. Another exciting race in an August filled with significant races.

#4 Safeen (L. Saez / Kenneally) has already hit the board at this distance. She comes in with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and three strong workouts. She has the tactical speed to go with the pace at it develops. A daughter of War Front, she is 100% in the money from six career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Hang the Moon (F. Arrieta / Stidham) should track and close into the pace. She shares the second highest last out speed number and has two superb workouts. This filly will hit the course for the first time. A daughter of Uncle Mo, she is 42% in the money from seven career starts.

#2 Frontal Attack (Corrales / C. Brown) just graduated from the maiden ranks in her second career start. She holds the third highest last out speed number and four hearty works. This lass already has a win over the course. Another daughter of War Front, she is 100% in the money from her two starts.

#9 Freydis the Red [FR] (B. Hernandez / McPeek) will be part of the tracking contingent as they glide over the course. She holds the highest last out speed number at a longer route and one sound workout. A daughter of Saxon Warrior [JPN], she is 57% in the money from seven career starts. 

Other wagering interests

#6 Wonderful Lady [FR] (Cheminaud / B. Walsh) will track with a decent last out speed number and three solid workouts. A daughter of Almanzor [FR], she is 42% itm from seven starts.

#7 Lily Poo (Graham / McCarthy) will track and close as she stretches out to the distance and switches the surface. A daughter of Tapiture, she is 85% itm from seven starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Safeen  +  #5 Hang the Moon  +  #2 Frontal Attack  +  #9 Freydis the Red [FR].

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.00)

#4 Safeen  /  #5 Hang the Moon,  #2 Frontal Attack  /  #4,  #5,  #9 Freydis the Red [FR],  #6 Wonderful Lady [FR],  #7 Lily Poo  /  ALL.

Best of Luck to you on all your Superfecta Sunday wagers!!!

A Jersey Shore Sprint on Stakes Saturday

 A great Saturday of numerous stakes racing across North America. We look in on a superb sprint along the Jersey Shore.

Monmouth Park Race 8 {Jersey Shore Stakes~6 Furlongs~3 year-old~Stakes}

An interesting and extremely competitive field of nine will go to the gate.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Plenty of speed will duel mightily on the front end of this fabulous dirt sprint. Speed numbers are very close and all of these are proven at this distance. All of these lads are well prepped through very goods workouts. It is a very intriguing race to wager and watch.

#2 Squire Creek (Castillo / B. Cox) is the morning line favorite and deservedly so. He holds the second highest last out speed number at a longer sprint and three hearty workouts. Look for him to be forwardly placed. This will be his first start over the Monmouth track. A son of Uncle Mo, he is 100% in the money from four career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Heldish (Rendon / Maker) has the tactical speed to meld into any pace that develops. He has hit the board in his last three where he tripled-up his speed figs. A strong workout tab of four works adds to his value. This guy loves the surface, distance, and course. A son of Great Notion, he is 80% in the money from ten career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#6 Super Chow (Olver / Delgado) will be part of the speed faction. He holds the third highest last out speed number and has one power bullet workout. This colt is another that loves the dirt, distance, and track. A son of Lord Nelson, he is 90% in the money from eleven career starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Wild Mule (N. Juarez / D. Ward) should track the pace closely with a couple of good last out speed numbers and two efficient works. This lad has won all three of his races over the Monmouth track. A son of Army Mule, he is 75% in the money from eight career starts.

#7 Swirvin (McCarthy / S.A, Joseph) is another that should be part of the pack of speedsters. He comes into this race with the highest last out speed number at a longer sprint and three solid workouts. Coming up from Gulfstream Park this will be his first Monmouth Park start. A son of Girvin, he holds a 66% win rate from three starts.

#5 Minister for Magic (Pennington / Cibelli) holds the fourth highest last out speed number and two excellent workouts. He should track the pace closely. This guy does hold the highest speed number over the track. A son of Malibu Moon, he has a 40% win rate from five starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#2 Squire Creek  //  #8 Heldish,  #6 Super Chow,  #4 Wild Mule,  #7 Swirvin,  #5 Minister for Magic.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#8,  #6,  #4,  #7,  #5  //  #2 Squire Creek.

Best of luck to on all your Stakes Saturday wagers!!!