A Santa Anita Stakes Saturday

 With the Breeder's Cup only four weeks away, we take a look at a fine Stakes race at beautiful Santa Anita, the site of this year's Breeder's Cup.

Santa Anita Park Race 8 {Awesome Again Stakes~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A great group of nine will go to the gate in this win and you're in Breeder's Cup challenge series race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed to keep the pace rolling well. Four millionaires enter the race. Speed figs are very close. All of these have been well prepped workout wise. Only one has yet to go this distance. Two will make their first Santa Anita appearance. It should be a fantastic race on an exceptionally good card.

#4 Skinner (M. Smith / Shirreffs) should track a speedy pace and stirke in the strength. He holds the third highest last out speed number at a longer route and two superb workouts. This guy enjoys the surface, distance and track. A son of Curlin, he is 62% in the money from eight starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Stiletto Boy (Desormeaux / Moger) should be forwardly placed with the highest speed number at the distance and two sound workouts. He excels over the surface, distance and on the Santa Anita track. A millionaire son of Shackleford, he is 70% in the money from twenty-four career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#3 Slowdown Andy (M. Gutierrez / O'Neill) comes in with the highest last out speed number and two strong workouts. He will be part of the speed scenario. He is another that loves the surface, distance, and track. A millionaire son of Nyquist, he is 84% in the money from thirteen starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Defunded (Maldonaldo / Baffert) will be part of the speed team on the front end. He is a distance specialist having hit the board five of six times. A millionaire son of Dialed In, he is 68% in the money from nineteen starts.

#1 Senor Buscador (G. Franco / Fincher) is the lone closer of the group and may pick up a piece should the pace overheat. A son of Mineshaft, he is 53% in the money from thirteen starts.

#7 National Treasure (JJ Hernandez / Baffert) has the tactical speed to stay the course. This millionaire son of Quality Road, is 62% in the money from eight career  starts. He should contend.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#4 Skinner  //  #9 Stiletto Boy,  #3 Slow Down Andy,  #2 Defunded,  #1 Senor Buscador,  #7 National Treasure.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#9,  #3,  #2,  #1,  #7  //  #4 Skinner.

Best of luck to you with all your Santa Anita plays!!!

 

Oklahoma Derby Day!!

 On this Superfecta Sunday we take in the Oklahoma Derby.

Remington Park Race 10 {Oklahoma Derby~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year~Graded Stakes}

A fantastic field of twelve will go to the gate in this annual Derby.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed to create an honest pace. Speed numbers are fairly close. Six in the field will be stretching out to this distance. One millionaire makes an appearance in this highly respected race. All have been well-prepped workout wise. Only five have raced over the Remington track. This lucky last race on the cared should be a fantastic running of the Oklahoma Derby.

#10 Red Route One (Rosario / Asmussen) excels at this distance charting two victories in three tries. He last raced at a longer distance failing to hit the board and has put in two sound workouts. Look for him to close well through the stretch. A millionaire son of Gun Runner, he is 46% in the money from thirteen starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Heroic Move (H. Hernandez / Diodoro) comes off a longer route where he earned a decent speed fig and has put in two solid workouts. This guy should be forwardly placed ready to rumble. He relishes the distance. A son of Quality Road, he is 72% in the money from seven career starts.

#2 Tumbanumba (Bejarano / Lynch) will be stretching out after scoring the highest last out speed number and four strong workouts. He should track the pace closely. A son of Oscar Performance, he is 66% in the money from nine career starts.

#13 Hit Show (Prat / B. Cox) may go off as the deserved favorite with the fourth highest last out speed number and four superior workouts. He should track the pace and strike in the stretch. This colt loves the distance. A son of Candy Ride [ARG], he is 50% in the money from eight career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 How Did He Do That (Elliott / Asmussen) holds the third highest last out speed number and two hearty workouts. He should track and close gallantly. A son of Good Magic, he is 38% in the money from thirteen career starts.

#4 Cagliostro (Torres / DeVaux) will stretch out to this distance with a solid last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. Look for him to track the distance. A son of Upstart, he is 72% in the money from seven starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#10 Red Route One  +  #5 Heroic Move  +  #2 Tumbanumba  +  #13 Hit Show.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($7.20)

#10 Red Route One  /  #5 Heroic Move,  #2 Tumbanumba  /  #5,  #2,  #13 Hit Show,  #9 How Did He Do That,  #4 Cagliostro  /  ALL.

Best of Luck to you on all your Oklahoma Derby day wagers!!!

An Evening Stakes Saturday

 We go under the "Twin Spires" for an evening Stakes race.

Churchill Downs Race 10 {Dogwood Stakes~G3~7 Furlongs~3 year-old~Fillies~Graded Stakes}

A talented field of nine lasses will go to the gate under the lights in this annual affair.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Plenty of speed will move these gals through very quick fractions. Speed numbers are very close making it quite competitive. Only four in the field have not raced over the Churchill track. Five in this field have raced at this distance. It should be a fantastic race.

#7 Twice as Sweet (Cannon / B. Walsh) comes in from Ellis Park with the fourth highest last out speed number and three superb peaking workouts. She should track the quick pace closely. This daughter of Candy Ride [ARG], is 66% in the money from nine career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Alexa Lou (Leparoux / D. Stewart) comes in with the second highest last out speed number and two sharp workouts. She will stretch out a bit for this race and track the pace. This filly will be seeking her third win in a row. A daughter of Speightstown, she has 66% win rate from three starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#1 Yesternight (Graham / Schultz) will be one of a few speed demons battling on the front end. She has hit the board in all of her races and has put in two sound workouts. This gal will be dropping from a route to this distance. A daughter of Midnight Storm, she is 100% in the money from four career starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Santa Fe Gold (Arrieta / Calhoun) has the tactical speed to stay the pace. She has hit the board in both of her races at this distance. A daughter of Fast Anna, she is 60% in the money from ten career starts.

#4 B. G. Warrior (Ramos / Andrade) shows the highest last out speed number. She is one of the speedsters. A daughter of Run Away and Hide, she is 62% in the money from sixteen career starts.

#8 Norah G. (R. Gutierrez / West) holds the third highest last out speed number at a route. She shoots for her third win in a row. Another daughter of Fast Anna, she is 83% in the money from six career starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#7 Twice as Sweet  //  #9 Alexa Lou,  #1 Yesternight,  #6 Santa Fe Gold,  #4 B.G. Warrior,  #8 Norah G.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#9,  #1,  #6,  #4,  #8  //  #7 Twice as Sweet.

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

Let's Go Pimlico

 On this Superfecta Sunday we take a look at a nice sprint for the ladies at the famous Maryland track.

Pimlico Race 9 {6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Allowance Optional Claiming}

A solid group of ten will strut to the gate in this competitive sprint on the dirt.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is a huge amount of speed in this race. Consequently, the pace may boil over. Speed figs are very close making it any of these gals race to win. Most are proficient over the dirt and at the distance. Only four have raced over the Pimlico track. It should be a very challenging race to handicap and wager.

#1 Bazinga C (S. Russell / B. Russell) has a nice speed fig progression over her last three races. She holds the highest last out speed number at a longer route and three superb workouts. This gal has the tactical speed to patiently wait for the pace to develop and adjust accordingly. A daughter of Exaggerator, she is 78% in the money from fourteen career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#3 Violent Vixen (Barbosa / C. Baker) is exceptional at this distance. She holds the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number at a slightly longer sprint and two strong workouts. This gal should be forwardly placed looking for position. A daughter of Violence, she is 57% in the money from fourteen starts.

#6 Royal Whisper (Toledo / B. Russell) should track the pace closely and strike while nearing the stretch. She holds the third highest last out speed number and one decent workout. A daughter of Palace Malice, she is 100% in the money from five starts.

#10 Rachels Rock (Rendon / David) comes in seeking her third win in a row. She holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number and three excellent workouts. Look for her to sit right off the leaders. A daughter of Jess's Dream, she has a 60% win rate from five career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Crypto Mamma (P. Lopez / Breen) comes to this race off a route and four serious workouts. Should show speed. A daughter of Cloud Computing, she is 80% in the money from ten starts.

#7 Bandits Warrior (X. Perez / Robb) will show speed. A lover of the surface, distance, and course she will contend mightily. A daughter of Mosler, she is 68% in the money from sixteen starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Bazinga  +  #3 Violent Vixen  +  #6 Royal Whisper  +  #10 Rachel's Rock.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($6.40)

#1 Bazinga  /  #3 Violent Vixen,  #6 Royal Whisper  /  #3,  #6,  #10 Rachel's Rock,  #9 Crypto Mama,  #7 Bandits Warrior  /  ALL.

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

Back under the Twin Spires for Stakes Saturday

 Off to Louisville, Kentucky for some great stakes action.

Churchill Downs Race 10 {Locust Grove Stakes~G3~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

A talented group of nine will strut to the gate in this annual affair.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed in this race to maintain an honest pace. All the super trainers have charges in this one and all are well prepped as can be expected. Speed numbers are very close. All have raced over the Churchill track. It should be one of the best the races on this Stakes Saturday.

#7 A Mo Reay (Prat / B. Cox) looks ready to rumble with a pressing attack. She holds the second highest last out speed number at a longer route and three stout workouts. This gal should take another step forward to win this one. A daughter of Uncle Mo, she is 72% in the money from fourteen starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#4 Search Results (Gaffalione / C. Brown) will pose a mighty challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number and four superb workouts. She is a lover of the dirt, distance and Churchill track. This gal will also be forwardly palced. A millionaire daughter of Flatter, she is 93% in the money from fifteen starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Paulines Pearl (Santana / Asmussen) will contend with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and three solid peaking workouts. She will track and strike in the stretch. A millionaire daughter of Tapit, she is 73% in the money from nineteen starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Le Da Vida [CHI] (Cheminaud / Correas) shows three straight triple digit speed numbers and four power workouts. A daughter of Gemologist, she is 77% in the money from twenty-two starts.

#10 Falconet (Corrales / Pletcher) holds the highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. A daughter of Uncle Mo, she is 81% itm from eleven starts.

#6 Hidden Connection (C. Torres / Calhoun) shares the second highest last out speed number and two good workouts. A daughter of Connect, she is 57% itm from fourteen starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#7 A Mo Reay  //  #4 Search Results,  #2 Paulines Pearl,  #3 Le Da Vida [CHI],  #10 Falconer,  #6 Hidden Connection.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#4,  #2,  #3,  #10,  #6  //  #7 A Mo Reay.

Best of luck with all your wagers on this Stakes Saturday!!!

 

Superfecta Sunday in Franklin, Kentucky

 On this Superfecta Sunday we take in some great Turf action at that treasured course in Franklin, Kentucky.

Kentucky Downs Race 8 {1 5/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Allowance}

A nice full field of twelve will hit the green in this allowance feature.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is sufficient speed to keep an honest pace going. Speed figs are fairly close making the race competitive. Only three entrants have raced over the unique Kentucky Downs course. All but two will be stretching out to this distance. It should be an incredibly good race.

#1 Good American [GB] (Cheminaud / McGaughey) holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number and two strong workouts. She has gone this distance, finishing second while racing in Great Britain. Look for her to track the pace closely. A daughter of American Pharoah, she is 37% in the money from eight career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3  PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#8 Leopardness [GB] (Geroux / Thomas) shows the fourth highest last out speed number and one solid workout. She should track the pace and strike in the stretch. This gal enjoys the surface. A daughter of Bobby's Kitten, she is 50% in the money from six career starts.

#6 Exit Soul (J. Velazquez / McCarthy) should show speed from the opening gate. This lass has cobbled together four superb peaking workouts. She is credible over the surface. A daughter of Animal Kingdom, she is 50% in the money from eight starts.

#11 Fiddle (Machado / Meah) is another speedster in the race. She loves the surface and has hit the board over this course. Coming in with the highest last out speed number and three sound workouts, she will contend. A daughter of Astern [AUS], she is 75% in the money from eight career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Be My Sunshine (Gaffilione / SA Joseph) is a daughter of Frosted that has hit the board in all three starts over the Turf. She is 75% itm from four career starts.

#3 Loved Reiko (J. Lezcano / Arnold) is a daughter of Tapit that should relish this distance. She is 25% itm from eight career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Good American [GB]  +  #8 Leopardness [GB]  +  #6 Exit Soul  +  #11 Fiddle.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($7.20)

#1 Good American [GB]  /  #8 Leopardness [GB],  #6 Exit Soul  /  #8,  #6,  #11 Fiddle,  #4 Be My Sunshine,  #3 Loved Reiko  /  ALL.

Best of luck with all your Kentucky Downs wagers on this Superfecta Sunday!!! 

Virginia Derby Day

 On this Stakes Saturday we look at the Virginia Derby.

Colonial Downs Race 10 {Virgina Derby~G3~1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A reduced, but competitive field of nine will hit the Virginia grass in this annual event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is a plethora of speed in this race. Speed numbers among this group are relatively close. Four horses in this field have won at least two in a row and are geared for another victory. Only two have raced over the Colonial course. Another four have raced at this exact distance. It should be a very good race to wager and watch.

#7 Activist Investing [GB] (Lynch / C. Brown) will be seeking his third win in a row. He holds a nice three race speed fig progression and two solid workouts. This guy will track the pace and strike in the stretch. A strong win at this distance last out adds to his luster. A son of Kingman [GB], he is 75% in the money from four starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  #5 SHOW.

#2 Gigante (Torres / Asmussen) has the tactical speed to stay the course no matter what pace develops. He had a good win over the Colonial course last out and has secured two superb workouts. A son of Not This Time, he is 55% in the money from nine starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#11 Program Trading [GB] (Prat / C. Brown) is another entrant that has the tactical speed to stay the course. He holds the highest last out speed number and three hearty workouts. This lad will be seeking his fourth win in a row. A son of Lope de Vega [IRE], he has a 100%-win rate from three starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Mondego [GB] (McCarthy / Clement) should be forwardly placed as a specialist at this distance. He last raced at a longer distance and has put in three strong workouts. Another son of Lope de Vega [IRE], he is 66% in the money from six career starts.

#3 Runaway Storm (C. Hernandez / West) should be part of the speed contingent. He holds the second highest last out speed number and three excellent peaking workouts. This lad will be seeking his third win in a row. A son of Midnight Storm, he has a 66% win rate from three starts.

#4 Salute the Stars (Russell / B. Cox) holds the highest speed number at the distance and has put in four sound workouts. This guy will be following the pace closely. A son of Candy Ride [ARG], he is 80% in the money from five starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel (5.00)

#7 Activist Investing [GB]  //  #2 Gigante,  #11 Program Trading [GB],  #6 Mondego [GB],  #3 Runaway Storm,  #4 Salute the Stars.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#2,  #11,  #6,  #3,  #4  //  #7 Activist Investing [GB].

Best of luck on all your Virginia Derby day wagers!!!

Superfecta Sunday at Saratoga

 On this Superfecta Sunday we take in a superb grade one sprint at "The Spa"

Saratoga Race 9 {Spinaway~G1~7 Furlongs~3 year-old~Fillies~Graded Stakes}

A high quality field of nine will go the gate in this annual affair.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This top notch field has the speed to make a very fast pace. Speed numbers are very close. It will be highly competitive with six in this field making their second start. All have excellent workout tabs to conquer this difficult sprint distance. Only one has traveled this exact distance. It should be a resoundingly sensational race.

#1 Miz Sense (Franco / Pletcher) will be dropping from the mile distance in her second career race. She has put in two decent workouts in preparation. This gal was a winner in that first race notching the third highest speed number. A daughter of Street Sense, she has a 100% win rate from her one start.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  #5 SHOW.

#8 Ways and Means (Prat / C. Brown) will challenge with the highest last out speed number in her only start. She has added two solid workouts in the last thirty days. Look for her to track the front runners and launch her bid heading into the stretch. A daughter of Practical Joke, like many in this race she holds a 100% win rate from her only start.

#9 Brightwork (I. Ortiz / J.A. Ortiz) will contend as one of the most experienced of the group. She scored the second highest (tie) speed number last out and holds two sound workouts. Look for to be involved in the pace setting. A daughter of Outwork, she has a 100% win rate from three starts.

#4 Closing Act (J. Lezcano / Asmussen) should contend with three decent last out speed numbers and three hearty workouts. She is another tracker that will take advantage of a hot pace. A daughter of Munnings, she is 100% in the money from three career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Wonder Ride (Leparoux / McPeek) won at this distance last out earning her the fourth highest (tie) last out speed fig. She adds two good workouts. A daughter of Gun Runner, she is another with a 100% win rate from her only start.

#3 Sugar Hi (Alvarado / Mott) is another that won at first asking. She shares that second highest last out speed number and has three fine workouts. A daughter of Twirling Candy, she also has a 100% win rate from one start.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Miz Sense  +  #8 Ways and Means  +  #9 Brightwork  +  #4 Closing Act.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#1 Miz Sense  /  #8 Ways and Means,  #9 Brightwork  /  #8,  #9,  #4 Closing Act,  #7 Wonder Ride,  #3 Sugar Hi  /  ALL.

May all your Superfecta Sunday wagers cash!!!

A Pleasant Stakes Saturday at Kentucky Downs

 We look in on the great boutique meet in Franklin, Kentucky. A great card with large fields, we center in on a splendid Turf mile stakes race.

Kentucky Downs {Gun Runner Stakes~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Stakes}

A talented field of nine will hit the adulating course in pursuit of a million dollar purse.

Past Performances used: Equibase.

There is enough speed in this race to insure a solid pace. Speed numbers are fairly close with four of these lads hitting a triple digit in at least one of their last three races. This race should be highly competitive and test the strength and stamina of each. Only one of these guys have raced over the Kentucky Downs course. All have been well prepped for this race and are capable at the distance. It should be one of many exciting races on today's card.

#9 Wadsworth (Geroux / B. Cox) is the deserved favorite with the highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route and two sound workouts. This lad loves the surface and distance. Look for him to be forwardly placed. He will be shooting for his third win in row. A son of Quality Road, he is 55% in the money from nine career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Talk of the Nation (J. Ortiz / McGaughey) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number and four superb workouts. He should be forwardly placed. This guy excels over the surface and at the distance. Another son of Quality Road, he is 83% in the money from six career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#4 Smokey Mandate (Graham / Maker) should continue to improve after winning his maiden last out at a longer route. Four stellar peaking workouts add to his luster. He should be forwardly placed battling among that pack. This gelding relishes the surface and distance. A son of Strong Mandate, he is 50% in the money from four starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#10 Major Dude {Gaffalione / Pletcher) should contend with the fourth highest last out speed number and two decent workouts.A forwardly placed type, he loves the surface and distance. This son of Bolt d'Oro, is 66% itm from twelve starts.

#1 Georgie W (Achard / Walden) could be in the mix as he has tripled up his speed figs iin the last three races. This gelding should be part of the forwardly placed pack. A son of Tapiture, he holds a 66% win rate from three career starts.

#2 Highway Robber (J. Spencer / B. Lynch) shares the highest last out speed number at a longer route and has put in two good workouts. A son of Hard Spun, he is 60% in the money from five starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#9 Wadsworth  //  #6 Talk of the Nation,  #4 Smokey Mandate,  #10 Major Dude,  #1 Georgie W.,  #2 Highway Robber.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#6,  #4,  #10,  #1,  #2  //  #9 Wadsworth.

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