Superfecta Sunday at Saratoga

 We look up to the "Spa" for some exciting action on this Superfecta Sunday.

Saratoga Race 10 {1 1/8 mile~3 year-old Up~Allowance}

A reduced field of nine will enter the gate in this lucky last on the Saratoga card.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This one comes up a little light on speed. Speed numbers, however, are fairly close. Only four in this field have competed over the Saratoga track. A different four will be trying this distance for the first time. One will making his first North American start. It should be an excellent race to watch and wager.

#1 Tuscan Gold (Prat / C. Brown) will be stretching out with four strong workouts. He should track the pace and strike in the stretch. This guy will be trying the Saratoga track for the first time. A son of Medaglia d'Oro, he is 40% in the money from five starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#2 Classicist (I. Ortiz / Pletcher) is the deserved favorite that could wire the field. He comes in with the highest last out speed number and two robust workouts. This guy won at the distance last out. A son of Curlin, he is 100% in the money from three starts.

#6 Pandagate (D. Davis / M. Clement) is another with a win at this distance. He is another that will engage with the tracker pack. Last out was at longer route and has put in three supreme workouts. A son of Arrogate, he is 100% in the money from seven starts.

#11 Hop Sing (J. Ortiz / D'Angelo) comes in with the fourth highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. He will stretch out to the distance. Should this guy complete the superfecta it could be a nice Bonanza. Another son of Curlin, he is 83% in the money from six starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Chileno (Santana / B. Cox) comes in with the third highest last out speed number and three superb workouts. He should track the pace closely. This lad loves the dirt, distance, and Saratoga track. A son of Gun Runner, he is 48% in the money from twenty-seven starts.

#3 Interceptor (M. Franco / C. Brown) has hit the board at this distance. He comes in with the second highest last out speed number and four excellent workouts. This gelding is ready to go with a three race speed fig progression. A son of Authentic, he is 50% in the money from four starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Tuscan Gold  +  #2 Classicist  +  #6 Pandagate  +  #11 Hop Sing.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#1 Tuscan Gold  /  #2 Classicist,  #6 Pandagate  /  #2, #6,  #11 Hop Sing,  #7 Chileno,  #3 Interceptor  /  ALL.

Best of luck with all your Superfecta Sunday plays!!!

 

A Grade Three Superfecta Sunday

 We stay in the "Pea Patch" for an exciting Turf battle for the Fillies.

Ellis Park Race 9 {Pucker Up Stakes~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Fillies~Graded Stakes}

An intact field of ten will hit the grass in this annual affair.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speedy types and pressers to achieve a scintillating pace. Speed figs are fairly close. Only four have run this distance, the balance will be stretching out to the distance. Three have raced over the Ellis Park course. Only one will be making a surface switch for the first time. All are making their first grade three start. It should be a superb race on a great day of racing.

#10 Hereforagoodtime (Gaffalione / B. Walsh) has hit the board in all three of her starts at this distance. She comes into the race with the highest last out speed number and four solid workouts. She should track the pace closely and unload in the stretch. A daughter of Justify, she is 62% in the money from eight starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#7 Deloraine (Bejarano / Harty) has hit the board at the distance as well. She doubled up her last two speed figs which were good. Adding to that, she cobbled two decent workouts in the last thirty days. This gal will also track the pace closely. She comes in from Horseshoe Indianapolis, but has raced over the Ellis Park course. A daughter of Candy Ride [ARG], she is 75% in the money from eight starts.

#3 Destino d Oro (Machado / B. Cox) will stretch out to this distance. She holds the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and four sound workouts. This gal will be closing into a swift pace. She excels on the Turf. A daughter of Bolt d'Oro, she is 100% in the money from three starts.

#4 Princess Attitude (Concepcion / Oliver) is another that will be tracking the pace closely. She holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number and three robust workouts. This filly will also be stretching out to the distance. A daughter of Frankel [GB], she is 72% in the money from seven starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Liam in the Dust (C. Torres / Brisset) shares the second highest last out speed number and has three good peaking workouts. This gal has the tactical speed to adapt to the pace. She is the one that will be making a surface switch from dirt to Turf. A daughter of Liam's Map, she is 66% in the money from nine starts.

#8 Admit (B. Hernandez / Drury) will stretch out to the distance. She won her last in her first Turf attempt. Yet another that will track the pace closely and strike in the stretch. A daughter of Blame, she is 75% in the money from eight starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#10 Hereforagoodtime  +  #7 Deloraine  +  #3 Destino d Oro  +  #4 Princess Attitude.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($5.60)

#10 Hereforagoodtime  /  #7 Deloraine,  #3 Destino d Oro  /  #7,  #3,  #4 Princess Attitude,  #1 Liam in the Dust,  #8 Admit  /  ALL.

Best of luck with all your Superfecta Sunday plays!!!

   

Nashville Derby

 We journey into the "Pea Patch" to take in some great Turf action.

Ellis Park Race 8 {Nashville Derby~1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Stakes}

A reduced field of eight will hit the Turf in this Kentucky Downs preview race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is sufficient speed in the race to keep the pace flowing. Only two have gone this distance. One has gone longer and the other five will be stretching out. Speed numbers are fairly close. Two entrants have raced over the Ellis Park course. It should be a fine race with a terrific field.

#8 Tomasello (De La Cruz / M. Casse) has hit the board in both of his starts at this distance. He comes into the race with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and three aggressive peaking workouts. Obviously, he loves the Turf and the distance. A son of Authentic, he is 85% in the money from seven starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#4 Native Runner (B. Hernandez / McPeek) will stretch out to the distance with a nice three race speed fig progression. This lad holds the highest last out speed number and three solid workouts. Look for him to track and close swiftly. A son of Laoban, he is 26% in the money from nineteen starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Emergence (Gaffalione / B. Cox) is cutting back from a longer route sharing the second highest alst out speed number and showing four wholesome workouts. He should track the pace and strike in the stretch. A son of Uncle Mo, he is 75% in the money from four starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Yinzer (K. Asmussen / S. Asmussen) has the tactical speed to adapt to the pace. This guy will stretch out to the distance. He scored a win over the course last out earning the fourth highest last out speed number. Two sound workouts add to his cause. A son of Twirling Candy, he is 37% in the money from eight starts.

#9 Siesta Key (Geroux / B. Cox) should track the pace closely. He holds the second highest last out speed number and three decent workouts. This guy will stretch out to the distance having produced three improving speed numbers in his last three races. A son of Into Mischief, he has a 50% win rate from four starts.

#1 Mesero (Lanerie / Romans) is the other that has competed at this distance. He comes to the race with four strong workouts in the last thirty days. This colt should track and close gallantly. A son of Not This Time, he 50% in the money from six starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#8 Tomasello  ///  #4 Native Runner,  #7 Emergence,  #2 Yinzer,  #9 Siesta Key,  #1 Mesero.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#4,  #7,  #2,  #9,  #1  ///  #8 Tomasello.

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

 

A Turf Sprint for Stakes Saturday

 On this Stakes Saturday we take in a fabulous Turf Sprint Handicap down at Ol' Del Mar.

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club Race 9 {Daisycutter Handicap~Five Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}

A solid field of ten will hit the green in this annual affair.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is sufficient speed to produce an honest pace. Speed numbers are fairly close making the race competitive. Only two will try the Del Mar course for the first time. Three will attempt this distance for the first time. All are well prepped via their workouts for the race. It should be a great race on another exciting Del Mar card.

#6 Uncorked [AUS] (Prat / D'Amato) should track the pace closely and spring into the stretch. She holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number and has four supreme peaking workouts. This gal will cut back to this distance for the first time. A daughter of Pierro [AUS], she is 52% in the money from twenty-five starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#10 Pushiness (JJ Hernandez / M. McCarthy) absolutely loves the Turf, distance, and course. She will be the speed and could wire the field. She holds the second highest last out speed number and three dynamic peaking workouts. A daughter of Kantharos, she is 90% in the money from ten starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Imaboutago [IRE] (Demuro / Powell) is another that loves the Turf, distance, and course. She will be part of the speed scenario. This lady holds the highest speed fig at the distance. A daughter of Calyx [GB], she has a win rate of 60% from five starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 Chismosa (Frey / DeLeon) should track the pace closely and launch into the stretch. It will be her first try over the Del Mar course. She will cut back in sprint distance and has put in a solid sprinty workout. A daughter of Clubhouse Ride, she is 64% in the money from twenty-five starts.

#4 Ang N Ash (Smith / Hanson) will be part of the tracker pack. She has won at this distance in both of her starts at same. She does enjoy the Turf, distance, and course. This gal will cut back in sprint distance and has completed three fine peaking workouts. A daughter of Audible, she is 62% in the money from sixteen starts.

#9 Granny Budgie [GB] (G. Franco / D'Amato) will try the distance and the Del Mar course for the first time. She is another that will be part of the tracker pack. This gal loves the Turf and should do well. A daughter of Masaat [IRE], she is 63% in the money from eleven starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#6 Uncorked [AUS]  ///  #10 Pushiness,  #2 Imaboutago [IRE],  #8 Chimosa,  #4 Ang N Ash,  #9 Granny Budgie [GB].

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#10,  #2,  #8,  #4,  #9  ///  #6 Uncorked [AUS].

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

Turf near the Surf Superfecta Sunday

 We venture to where the "Turf meets the Surf" for a fantastic Turf Stakes race.

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club Race 9 {Osunitas Stakes~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}

A competitive edition of this annual affair features eleven ladies ready for the green.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed and forwardly placed types to keep the pace flowing. Speed numbers are very close. Only three have yet to run over the Del Mar Turf. All have competed at this distance. It should be a superb race on a exceptional Superfecta Sunday card.

#12 Lunar Impact [GB] (Berrios / Blacker) holds three successive triple digit speed numbers and four tremendous peaking workouts. She should battle among the leaders on the front-end. This gal appears to be ready for a big race despite being moored on the outside. A daughter of Zoustar [AUS], she is 45% in the money from eleven starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#10 Sunset Glory [IRE] (Kimura / M. McCarthy) is another that has cobbled three triple-digit speed numbers in a row. Two power workouts add to her cause. Look for her to track the pace closely and sprout into the stretch. This lady loves the Turf, distance, and Del Mar course. A daughter of Cotai Glory [GB], she is 62% in the money from eight starts.

#9 Medoro (Rispoli / Eurton) is coming off a modest layoff, but has hit the board in all of her starts on the Turf, at the distance, and over the Del Mar course. The deserved favorite. Another that will track the pace closely and strike going into the stretch. A daughter of Honor Code, she is 100% in the money from eight starts.

#7 Raw Ability [IRE] (Cheminaud / Sadler) will show improvement as she attempts to get back to the winner's circle. This gal has put in four strong workouts. She looks to track the pace closely and spring into the stretch. She loves the Turf, distance, and Del Mar course. A daughter of Belardo [IRE], she has a win rate of 75% form four starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 Alpha Bella (Ayuso / Sadler) will attempt the Del Mar course for the first time. She holds the highest Turf speed number. Drops in class and distance with two good workouts. A daughter of Justify, she is 61% in the money from twenty-one starts.

#2 Queen Maxima (JJ Hernandez / Mullins) is seeking her sixth win in a row. She holds a strong record over the Turf and course. Has the tactical speed to adapt to the pace. A daughter of Bucchero, she is 88% in the money from nine starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#12 Lunar Impact [GB]  +  #10 Sunset Glory [IRE]  +  #9 Medoro  +  #7 Raw Ability [IRE].

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($6.40)

#12 Lunar Impact [GB]  /  #10 Sunset Glory [IRE],  #9 Medoro  /  #10,  #9,  #7 Raw Ability [IRE],  #8 Alpha Bella,  #2 Queen Maxima  /  ALL.

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

  

Stakes Saturday in Virginia

We look in on a good stakes race in Virginia. 

Colonial Downs Race 9 {Star De Naskra Stakes~7 Furlongs~3 year-old~VA/MD Bred or Sired}

An average field of eight will go to the gate in this feature race.

Past Performance used:  Equibase.

There is sufficient speed to produce an honest pace. Speed numbers are very close. Only three have raced over the Colonial track.  One horse will be stretching out to this longer sprint distance. All have raced very well over a dirt surface. It should be a fun race to wager and watch on a great Stakes Saturday of racing.

#5 Barbadian Runner (F. Boyce / Walters) comes to the race with the highest last out speed number at a route and two sound workouts. This guy loves the dirt and is 100% in the money at the distance making him a specialist. Look for him to be part of the tracker pack. A son of Barbados, he is 78% in the money from fourteen starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Reggie Runs Rogue (M. Sanchez / Nixon) comes to the race with the third highest last out speed number and three powerful workouts including two bullets. He is another that will race in the tracker pack. This guy loves the Colonial track. He comes in from Laurel Park. A son of Rogueish, he is 60% in the money from five starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Sacred Thunder (Toledo / Capuano) is yet another battling among the tracker pack. He comes in from Delaware Park with the second highest last out speed number at a route and two strong workouts. This guy loves the dirt and the distance. A son of Holy Boss, he is 78% in the money from fourteen starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Saxton (S. Russell / B. Russell) comes in from Laurel Park with the fourth highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. This guy should be part of the pace scenario. It will be his first try over the Colonial track. A son of Mosler, he is 70% in the money from ten starts.

#8 Slam Notion (Torrealba / Bailes) is another that should be powering on the front-end. He will be stretching out to this slightly longer sprint distance. This guy last races at Pimlico scoring an average speed fig and putting in three superb peaking workouts. A son of Great Notion, he is 72% in the money from seven starts.

#2 Re Markably (J. Ruiz / W. Mott) last raced at Saratoga scoring a decent speed fig and three sound workouts. This lad has placed over the Colonial track. Look for him to track the pace closely. A son of Hoppertunity, he is 85% in the money from seven starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#5 Barbadian Runner  ///  #6 Reggie Runs Rogue,  #7 Sacred Thunder,  #1 Saxton,  #8 Slam Notion,  #2 Re Markably.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#6,  #7,  #1,  #8,  #2  /// #5 Barbadian Runner.

Best of luck with all your Stakes Saturday plays!!!

Superfecta Sunday in the Pea Patch

 On this Superfecta Sunday we venture into the "Pea Patch" for some great stakes action.

Ellis Park Race 8 {Pea Patch Stakes~5 1/2 Furlongs~3 year-old~Filly~Stakes}

A reduced field of nine will hit the green in this annual affair.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

A plethora of speed will make the pace sizzling. Speed numbers are fairly close with three runners having hit the triple-digit mark. Only one entrant has run over the Ellis Park course. Two will drop from graded stakes events and one will attempt this distance for the first time. It should be a nice race on a Sunday of great racing.

#12 Mae Town (Geroux / B. Lynch) comes in seeking her third win in a row. She won last out at this distance sharing the highest last out speed number. This gal loves the Turf. One decent workout helps her cause. Look for her to track the pace closely and strike in the stretch. A daughter of Mo Town, she is 100% in the money from four starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Lovely Emma (Bejarano / Eurton) will battle with the speedsters on the front end. She loves the Turf, distance, and the course. She comes in from Baqueduct where she did not have a good performance, but has put in four strong workouts in preparation. A daughter of Twirling Candy, she is 60% in the money from five starts.

#9 Brindi [IRE] (Vives / Danner) comes in from Woodbine seeking her third win in a row. She should be close to front looking for position. This girl has a decent last out speed number at a longer sprint and two sound workouts. A daughter of No Nay Never, she is 62% in the money from eight starts.

#7 Vodka with a Twist (J. Torres / D'Amato) will make a surface switch and try this distance for the first time. This gal has the tactical speed to adapt to the pace. She shares the highest last out speed number and two strong workouts. A daughter of Thousand Words, she is 88% int he money from nine starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Hold Your Breath (Carmouche / J. Servis) is another that will show speed as she comes down from Saratoga. This gal holds the fourth highest last out speed number and one bullet workout. She loves the Turf and the distance. A daughter of Mckinzie, she holds a 66%-win rate from three starts.

#8 Kimchi Cat (Graham / Amoss) is another that will battle on or near the front. She has two wins at this distance albeit on the dirt. She holds three superb peaking workouts. She comes in from Churchill out of a graded event at a longer sprint. Another daughter of Twirling Candy, she is 66% in the money from six starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#12 Mae Town  +  #5 Lovely Emma  +  #9 Brindi [IRE]  +  #7 Vadka with a Twist.

10 CENT Superfecta Staight ($4.80)

#12 Mae Town  /  #5 Lovely Emma,  #9 Brindi [IRE]  /  #5,  #9,  #7 Vodka with a Twist,  #1 Hold Your Breath,  #8 Kimchi Cat  /  ALL.

Best of luck with all your Superfecta Sunday plays!!!

 

Indiana Derby Day

 We go to the heartland for some great racing on this Stakes Saturday.

Horseshoe Indianapolis {Indiana Derby~G3~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of seven will go to the gate in this annual Summer Derby.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

A competitive field will battle for the win in this annual event. Speed figs are fairly close. There is plenty speed to carry forward a fast pace. Only one has raced over the Indy track. Four have run at this distance, the others will be stretching out. It should be a fine race.

#1 Publisher (M. Smith / Asmussen) should get his first career win. He drops out of the Grade one Kentucky Derby and has put in four superb peaking workouts. This guy loves the distance. Look for him to close magnificently in the stretch. A son of American Pharoah, he 62% in the money from eight starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#7 Big Truzz (Cannon / Lynch) will stretch out from a longer sprint. He holds the second highest last out speed number and two bullet workouts. This guy will track the pace and strike in the stretch. A son of Justify, he is 100% in the money from three starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#9 Instant Replay (Machado / B. Cox) should track the pace closely. He holds the third highest last out speed number and three strong workouts. This lad will attempt to win his third race in a row. He is undefeated at this distance in two starts. A son of Maximum Security, he is 75% in the money from eight starts. 

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Tip Top Thomas (Velazquez / Pletcher) should be part of the pace scenario. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and three solid workouts. This guy will stretch out to the distance. A son of Volatile, he is 75% in the money from four starts.

#3 Coal Battle (Lanerie / Briley) comes to the race with the highest last out speed number and three sharp peaking workouts. He loves the dirt and the distance. This guy has the tactical speed to adapt to the pace. A son of Coal Front, he is 70% in the money from ten starts.

#8 Brotha Kenny (Ramos / Morey) will stretch out by forty yards. He is another with the tactical speed to stay the pace. He has won his last two over the Indy track. This gelding has put together three dynamic workouts. A son of Mo Town, he is 50% in the money from eight starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#1 Publisher  ///  #7 Big Truzz,  #9 Instant Replay,  #6 Tip Top Thomas,  #3 coal Battle,  #8 Brotha Kenny.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#7,  #9,  #6,  #3,  #8  ///  #1 Publisher.

Best of luck to you on this July 4th Weekend. May you gain financial independence with at least one spectacular play!!!

Closing Out the Churchill Spring Meet

On this Superfecta Sunday we check out a fantastic Sprint Stakes as Churchill Downs closes out its Spring Meet.

Churchill Downs Race 10 {Maxfield Stakes~7 Furlongs~3 year-old~Stakes}

A large field of twelve will go to the gate in this penultimate race of the meet.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed in this seven-furlong stakes race. Speed numbers are fairly close. Only four have raced at this very distance. All have competed very well over the dirt. Six have raced over the Churchill track. It should be an excellent race to wager and watch on what has been an exceptional Churchill meet.

#8 Flood Zone (Geroux / B. Cox) is the deserved favorite after competing in Dubai. He should track the pace closely. This guy holds the third highest speed number over a dirt surface and has four stellar workouts. A son of Frosted, he is 75% in the money from four starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Smoken Wicked (B. Hernandez / D. Stewart) has the tactical speed to stay the pace. He loves the dirt, distance, and track. This lad holds the highest speed number at the distance. Four superb workouts add to his preparation. A son of Bobby's Wicked One, he is 63% in the money from eleven starts.

#5 Retribution (J. Ortiz / DeVaux) will be tracking the pace has he stretches out a bit. He holds the second highest last out speed number and four solid workouts. This colt ventures in from Pimlico. A son of Vekoma, he is 100% in the money from three starts.

#2 Captain Cook (I. Ortiz / R. Dutrow) should be forwardly placed and could participant in the pace on the front-end. He holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number at a route and four serious workouts. He secured a win at this distance in his only effort at same. A son of Practical Joke, he is 60% in the money from five starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#10 Verifire (Prat / B. Cox) will be making his third start in the form cycle. He will stretch and show speed. This guy relishes the dirt surface. A son of Authentic, he has win rate of 100% from two starts.

#13 Furio (J. Torres / Sharp) comes in with the highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. He should be part of the speed scenario if he breaks well from the outside post. This guy will stretch out slightly, but he loves the dirt and the track. A son of McKinzie, he is 66% in the money from six starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#8 Flood Zone  +  #6 Smoken Wicked  +  #5 Retribution  +  #2 Captain Cook.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($7.20)

#8 Flood Zone  /  #6 Smoken Wicked,  #5 Retribution  /  #6,  #5,  #2 Captain Cook,  #10 Verifire,  #13 Furio  /  ALL.

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

 

Superfecta Sunday in the Great Northwest

 We look to the Northwest for some great racing action on this Superfecta Sunday.

Emerald Downs Race 9 {Seattle Stakes~6 Furlongs~3 year-old~Fillies~Stakes}

A nice field of ten will go to the gate in this Stakes affair.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speedy and forwardly placed types to keep the pace fast. Only one has not raced over the Emerald Downs track. Speed figures are very close. It should be quite a competitive race. Four will stretch out slightly from their last race. It should be a very good race.

#5 Dynamic Dee Dee (Orozco / Lucarelli) enters the race with the highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. This gal loves the dirt and the track. She should track the distance closely and spring into the stretch. A daughter of Dynamic Impact, she is 75% in the money from four starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#7 Saleen G T (Enriquez / Lucarelli) should also track the pace closely. She holds the third highest (3-way tie) last out speed number and two solid workouts. She loves the dirt, distance, and track. This gal will be seeking her fourth win in a row. A daughter of Barkley, she is 100% in the money from four starts.

#3 Recycleyourheart (A. Cruz / Lenzini) will stretch out with the tactical speed to adapt to the pace. She has put in two decent workouts in the last thirty days. This lady could show improvement. A daughter of Conveyance, she is 40% in the money from five starts.

#4 Ima Margarita Girl (Krigger / Tubbs) will be part of speed on the front-end. She favors the dirt, distance, and track. Two dynamite workouts add to her luster. A daughter of Coast Guard, she is 100% in the money from seven starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Kir Royale (Monroy / Cooper) will be making her third career start. Look for her to be forwardly placed pitched for battle. She will also navigate a lsight increase in sistance. Her workout tab has one smoking workout. A daughter of Atta Boy Roy, she has a 50%-win rate in two starts.

#8 Maximum Sparkle (Montalvo / Wenzel) should track the pace closely ready to strike in the stretch. She enjoys the dirt, distance, and track. This girl shares the third highest last out speed number and one speedy workout. A daughter of Instagrand, she is 83% in the money from six starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Dynamic Dee Dee  +  #7 Saleen G T   +  #3 Recycleyourheart  +  #4 Ima Margatia Girl.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($5.60)

#5 Dynamic Dee Dee  /  #7 Saleen G T,  #3 Recycleyourheart  /  #7,  #3,  #4 Ima Margarita Girl,  #1 Kir Royale,  #8 Maximum Sparkle  /  ALL.

Best of Luck with your Superfecta Sunday wagers!!!

Let's Go OHIO

 On this Stakes Saturday we look at the Ohio Derby.

Thistledown Race 12 {Ohio Derby~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of eight will go to the gate in this annual event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

A good group of three-year-olds will battle for a share of the 500K purse. There is enough speed to create an honest pace. Speed figs are fairly close with two in this race having hit the triple digit mark. Only two have experience over the Thistledown track. Three have raced at this exact distance. All have distinguished themself over a dirt surface. It should be a great race to cap off a fine Thistledown card.

#2 Chunk of Gold (Loveberry / E. West) drops in off a decent performance in the Grade one Kentucky Derby. As such he drops in distance with three strong workouts. He should be well positioned in the tracker pack. This colt has hit the board at the distance. A son of Preservationist, he is 80% in the money from five starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Clever Again (J. Ortiz / Asmussen) exits the Grade one Preakness at a longer route and has put in three superb peaking workouts. This colt should be the speed on the front-end. He is the morning-line favorite. A lover of the dirt, he has never gone this distance. A son of American Pharoah, he is 75% in the money from four starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#4 McAfee (J. Velazquez / R. Dutrow) holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number and four solid workouts. This guy also holds the highest speed number at the distance. Look for him to track the pace closely. A son of Cloud Computing, he is 60% in the money from five starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Capo Luca (L. Gonzalez / Puhl) is seeking his fourth win in a row on a stretch out to this distance. He holds three wins from three starts over the track. This guy is another that will track the pace closely. A son of Laoban, he is 50% in the money from twelve starts.

#10 Mo Plex (J. Ramos / Englehart) holds the highest last out speed number and four fierce workouts. He will be stretching out from a sprint to this route distance. This lad should be racing very close to the pace. A son of Complexity, he is 100% in the money from seven starts.

#5 Extradition (R. Bowen / DeCosta) will stretch out to this distance with the fourth highest last out speed number and one sound workout. This guy should be running swiftly late into the pace. He has hit the board in both of his races over the Thistledown track. A son of Gun Runner, he is 55% in the money from nine starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#2 Chunk of Gold  ///  #6 Clever Again,  #4 McAfee,  #3 Capo Luca,  #10 Mo Plex,  #5 Extradition.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#6,  #4,  #3,  #10,  #5  ///  #2 Chunk of Gold.

Best of luck with all your Stakes Saturday plays!!!

 

On the Dirt at Delaware Park for Stakes Saturday

 On this Stakes Saturday we take in the Delaware Derby on a great day of racing.

Delaware Park Race 8 {Delaware Derby~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old~Stakes}

A reduced field of eight will go to the gate for this featured race on the card.

Past Performances used: Equibase.

There is enough speed to carry the pace forward. Speed figures are fairly close making it competitive. Half the field has experience over the Delaware oval. Three will attempt this exact distance for the first time. It should be a very good race on a nice card.

#3 Admiral Dennis (Machado / B. Cox) holds the highest last out speed number and four strong peaking workouts. This guy should track the pace closely and spring into the stretch. He comes in from Keeneland after racing in a grade one event at a longer route. A son of Constitution, he is 50% in the money from six starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Kentucky Outlaw (P. Lopez / Dunn) should be part of the pace scenario. He comes in from Monmouth holding the second highest (tie) last out speed number and three superlative workouts. This colt will stretch out slightly in this race, A son of Outwork, he has a 75% win rate from four starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#5 Sacred Thunder (M. Sanchez / Capuano) is another that will track the pace closely and strike in the stretch. This gelding is the horse for the course having hit the board in all five of his races over the Delaware track. He cuts back in distance. A son of Holy Boss, he is 84% in the money from thirteen starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#11 Omaha Omaha (R. Mena / Gorham) will close mightily into a fast pace. He cuts back in distance and has produced three solid peaking workouts in the last thirty days. This colt shows a win at this distance and relishes the Delaware track. A son of Audible, he is 75% in the money from eight starts.

#8 Surfside Moon (J. Alvarado / Lawrence) comes in with the third highest last out speed number and three superb peaking workouts. He comes out of a grade three race at a longer route. Look for him to track the pace. A son of Malibu Moon, he is 50% in the money from eight starts.

#9 Pascaline (Carasco / Delacour) will stretch out slightly and has put in three dynamite workouts. He is another that will track the pace closely. This guy holds the fourth highest last out speed number. A son of Upstart, he is 100% in the money from four starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#3 Admiral Dennis  ///  #6 Kentucky Outlaw,  #5 Sacred Thunder,  #11 Omaha Omaha,  #8 Surfside Moon,  #9 Pascaline.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#6,  #5,  #11,  #8,  #9  ///  #3 Admiral Dennis.

Best of luck with all your Stakes Saturday plays!!!

 

Staying on at Saratoga for Superfecta Sunday

 We continue our effort during the "Belmont Racing Festival" and look at a rescheduled Grade One Turf sprint on this Superfecta Sunday.

Saratoga Race 12 {Jaipur Stakes~G1~5 1/2 Furlongs~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A great field of ten will hit the grass in this annual event.

 Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed to create an honest pace. Speed figs are fairly close. Half the field will run over the Saratoga course for the first time. All but one have gone this distance. It should be a fantastic race to play on this Superfecta Sunday.

#2 Think Big (Curtis / Stidham) is the deserved favorite seeking his fourth win in a row. He comes in with the highest last out speed number and three solid workouts. He will be in the tracker pack ready to strike in the stretch. A son of Twirling Candy, he is 66% in the money from nine starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Arzak (I. Ortiz / Trombetta) is another that will seek position among the tracker pack. He holds a good last out speed number and four powerful peaking workouts. He can be considered a distance specialist. A millionaire son of Not This Time, he is 50% in the money from thirty-two starts.

#9 Ag Bullet (J. Velazquez / Baltas) is a mare taking on the boys. She holds a decent last out speed number and three superb peaking workouts. She will show speed as part of the pacesetters. This gal will attempt the Saratoga course for the first time. A millionaire daughter of Twirling Candy, she is 61% in the money from thirteen starts.

#4 My Boy Prince (J. Lezcano / M. Casse) comes in with the second highest last out speed number and one sound workout. This gelding should be forwardly placed. He has a three-race speed fig progression and should take another step forward. A son of Cairo Prince, he is 73% in the money from fifteen starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 Alogon (M. Franco / Allard) comes to the race with the third highest (tie) last out speed number and three aggressive workouts. This lad has hit the board in his last four races. He should track the pace closely and get first run on the trackers. A son of California Chrome, he is 65% in the money from twenty starts.

#7 Bold Journey (Cancel / W. Mott) shares the third highest last out speed number and has put in three robust workouts. This guy is the only contender to attempt this distance for the first time. Look for him to be part of the tracker pack. A son of Hard Spun, he is 61% in the money from twenty-six starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Think Big  +  #5 Arzak  +  #9 Ag Bullet  +  #4 My Boy Prince.

10 CENT Superfecta Staight ($5.60)

#2 Thin Big  /  #5 Arzak,  #9 Ag Bullet  /  #5,  #9,  #4 My Boy Prince,  #8 Alogon,  #7 Bold Journey  /  ALL.

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

   

Belmont Stakes Day up at Soggy Saratoga

 We look at the third jewel of the Triple Crown up at Saratoga.

Belmont at SARATOGA Race 13 {Belmont Stakes~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A high-level group of eight will go to the gate in this final race of the Triple Crown.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There will be a couple of speedsters to get the pace going. Speed figs are fairly close with five in the field hitting the triple digit in at least one of their races. Only the three top finishers in the Kentucky Derby have gone this distance. Only two have raced over the Saratoga track. It should be a fine race on a rainy day at Saratoga.

#3 Rodriguez (M. Smith / Baffert) will show speed firing fresh having skipped both the Kentucky Derby and Preakness due to hoof issues. He holds the highest last out speed number and three powerful peaking workouts. This guy will stretch out to the distance. As a front runner, he should be able to control the pace in the slop. A son of 2020 Kentucky Derby winner, Authentic, he is 100% in the money from five starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#2 Sovereignty (Alvarado / Mott) will challenge in the closing strides of the race. This year's Kentucky Derby winner is well rested holding the third highest last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. Obviously, he has won at this distance. A millionaire son of Into Mischief, he is 83% in the money from six starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Baeza (Prat / Smith) should track the pace closely and get first jump on the pace setters. The third-place finisher in KD 151, he is proven at the distance. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and three endurance producing, peaking workouts. A son of McKinzie, he is 80% in the money from five starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Journalism (Rispoli / McCarthy) is the deserved morning line favorite with the second highest last out speed number and one sharp workout. The second-place finisher in KD 151 is another proven at the distance. His hard-fought win in the Preakness might have tired him up as he wheels back in a couple of weeks. Add in runinng in the Saratoga muck he might shed is normal fight. A son of Curlin he is 100% in the money from seven starts. 

#1 Hill Road (I. Ortiz / C. Brown) will track and close into the pace. He has hit the board in his last three starts. A son of Quality Road, he is 80% in the money from five starts. He could surprise.

#8 Heart of Honor [GB] (S. Osborne / J. Osborne) will be making his second North American start. Look for him to track and close into a swift pace. A son of Honor A.P. he is 85% in the money from seven starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($7.00)

#3 Rodriguez  ///  ALL.

Reverse the Wheel ($7.00)

ALL  /// #3 Rodriguez.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Rodriguez  +  #2 Sovereignty  +  #6 Baeza  +  #7 Journalism.

10 CENT Superfecta Stright ($4.00)

#3 Rodriguez  /  #2 Sovereignty,  #6 Baez  /  #2,  #6,  #7 Journalism,  #1 Hill Road,  #8 Heart of Honor [GB]  /  ALL.

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

   

Superfecta Sunday on the Synthetic

 We look at a synthetic route down in South Florida on this Superfecta Sunday.

Gulfstream Park Race 9 {1 mile 70 yards~Tapeta~3 year-old~Maiden Claiming}

A reduced field of eight will launch from the gate in this "Lucky Last" on the Gulfstream card.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This one comes up a little light on speed, but there are three in the race that should be forwardly placed. All but two will be stretching out to this distance. Half the field have experience over synthetic. It should be a fine race to wager and watch.

#6 Accelerate Me (Morelos / Sweezey) will be making his third career start with the highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. He will be switching from Turf to Tapeta. This guy will be part of forwardly placed crew up-front. A son of Accelerate, he is 50% in the money from those two starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#2 Corta Fuego (Zayas / D'Angelo) will be tracking the pace with the second highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. He is also making the switch from Turf to Tapeta. This guy will also stretch out to the distance. A son of Divisidero, he is 66% in the money from three starts.

#5 Imperatus (Meneses / Sano) has raced over the synthetic and will also be stretching out. He holds the third highest last out speed number and two stout workouts. This guy should be part of the tracker pack. A son of Uncle Mo, he is 33% in the money from nine starts.

#8 Prinsipito (Gil / Munoz) is another that should be forwardly placed. He will also be stretching out to the distance. This lad raced over the Tapeta last out at a sprint distance. A son of Lookin At Lucky, he will attempt to hit the board in his fifth start.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Milazzo (Gonzalez / Sano) is another tracker with the fourth highest last out speed number at a slightly longer route and one superb workout. He has expereince over the Tapeta and at the distance. A son of Authentic, he is 16% in the money from six starts.

#7 Sir Ascot (Panici / Laurin) also has experience over the Tapeta and at the distance. He cuts back in distance slightly and has posted four strong workouts. This gelding will be part of the Tracker crew. A son of Awesome Slew, he will be attempting to hit the board in his fourth start.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#6 Accelerate Me  +  #2 Corta Fuego  +  #5 Imperatus  +  #8 Prinsipito.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.00)

#6 Accelerate Me  /  #2 Corta Fuego,  #5 Imperatus  /  #2,  #5,  #8 Prinsipito,  #9 Milazzo,  #7 Sir Ascot.

Best of luck with all of your Superfecta Sunday tickets!!!

Stakes Saturday at Churchill Downs

 A great day of racing under the Twin Spires on this Stakes Saturday. We look in on a Turf route for the fillies.

Churchill Downs Race 11 {Regret Stakes~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Fillies~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of nine will hit the grass in this "lucky last" stakes race on today's card.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed to carry the pace forward. Speed numbers are fairly close making the race quite competitive. All but one will be attempting this distance for the first time with two cutting back in distance and the rest making the stretch out. Four have covered the Churchill Turf nicely. It should be a fantastic race to cap off a great day of racing under the Twin Spires.

#5 Classic Q (J. Ortiz / M. Casse) is the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number and one work over the Turf. This gal will stretch out to the distance. She should track the pace closely. In that last race she won over the Churchill Turf. A daughter of Classic Empire, she holds a 40% win rate from five starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#2 Hereforagoodtime (I. Ortiz / B. Walsh) is the only one that has competed at this distance hitting the board in both of her efforts. She comes in with two wins in a row and two fine peaking workouts. This filly has the tactical speed to adjust to the pace. A daughter of Justify, she is 57% in the money from seven starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Totally Justified (L. Saez / Arnold) is another that will be stretching out to this distance. She holds the fourth highest last out speed number and three superb peaking workouts. This gal is another that should track the pace closely. Another daughter of Justify, she is 50% in the money from six starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 Fionn (Geroux / B. Cox) will also stretch out to this distance holding the second highest last out speed number and three solid workouts. She should close well into the pace. This girl loves the Turf. A daughter of Twirling Candy, she is 100% in the money from five starts.

#10 Golden Sunshine (Cheminaud / Harty) will be cutting back in distance with the third highest (tie) last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. She is another that will track the pace closely. It will be her first attempt over the Churchill Turf. A daughter of Medaglia d'Oro, she is 75% in the money from eight starts.

#4 Fixin to Bee (J. Velazquez / Arnold) is the other filly that is cutting back in distance sharing the third highest lsat otu speed number and scoring four excellent workouts.She should track the pace comfortably. A daughter of Mshawish, she has a 28% win rate from seven starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#5 Classic Q  ///  #2 Hereforagoodtime,  #6 Totally Justified,  #8 Fionn,  #10 Golden Sunshine,  #4 Fixin to Bee.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#2,  #6,  #8,  #10,  #4  ///  #5 Classic Q.

Best of luck with all your Stakes Saturday plays!!!

Up North for Superfecta Sunday

 We look in on the "Lucky Last" up at that great racecourse in Canada on this Superfecta Sunday.

Woodbine Race 10 {7 Furlongs~All Weather~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Maiden Allowance}

A nice field of nine will go to the gate in this Maiden on the All-weather.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This race appears a little light on speed. There will be two first-time starters. Speed numbers are fairly close among the rest. Four will be cutting back in distance from their last. Also, four are coming in off long layoffs to make their first start of the Woodbine season. It should be a very nice race on a great day of racing.

#5 Midsummer Mo (Vives / M. Casse) is cutting back in distance with four power workouts. She should track the pace and strike in the stretch. This filly enjoys the Tapeta and the track. A daughter of Mendelssohn, she is 55% in the money from nine starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Just Magnificent (Munger / Chartrand-Hoek) comes off a long layoff prepping with four serious workouts. She should track the pace closely. This gal relishes the Tapeta and the track. A daughter of Big Screen, she is 75% in the money from four starts.

#9 Silent and Sinful (R. Hernandez / Chircop) could be the controlling speed of the field. She shares the highest last out speed number and holds one strong workout. She also holds the highest speed number over the Tapeta. This gal will stretch out to the distance. A daughter of Flintshire [GB], she is 27% in the money from eleven starts.

#3 Pioneer Mission (P. Moran / Chircop) will be making a surface switch from Turf to Tapeta. She holds the fourth highest last out speed number and four robust workouts. This mare is another that will be tracking the pace. A daughter of Pioneerof the Nile, she will be making her fourth career start looking to hit the board.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 R Canadian Apple (Campos / De Paulo) is one of the two first time starters in the field. She comes to the race with four stellar workouts demonstrating she is ready for the competition. A daughter of Street Sense, she is well prepped by solid connections.

#1 Flashinthesky (Aebly / Glennon) comes in off an extended layoff of one year plus. She holds three speedy workouts in the last thirty days. Look for her to be in the tracker pack positioning for the home stretch. She has earned good speed numbers in her two starts. A daughter of Sky Mesa, she is 100% in the money from those two career starts.

20 CENT Superfecta Box ($4.80)

#5 Midsumer Mo  +  #6 Just Magnificent  +  #9 Silent and Sinful  +  #3 Pioneer Mission.

20 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#5 Midsummer Mo  /  #6 Just Magnificent  /  #9 Silent and Sinful,  #3 Pioneer Mission, #4 R Canadian Apple,  #1 Flashinthesky.

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

Stakes Saturday at Churchill Downs

 On this Stakes Saturday we take in a nice race going long on the Turf under the Twin Spires.

Churchill Downs Race 9 {Keertana Stakes~1 1/2 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}

A modest field of eight talented ladies will hit the Turf in this classic distance event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is sufficient speed to keep the pace rolling in this long Turf race. Speed numbers are fairly close with six of these ladies having hit the triple digit mark in a least one of their last three outings. Three will be running over the Churchill Turf for the first time. Two will be stretching out to this distance. It is a very competitive race on a day of great racing.

#5 Marksman Queen [GB] (Dettori / Motion) comes in with the second highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. She should be part of the speed contingent on the front-end. This gal loves the Turf and will try the Churchill green for the first time. A daughter of Dubawi [IRE], she is 53% in the money from fifteen starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#2 Tarneema (Curtis / B. Walsh) will be tracking the pace and sprout into the stretch. She enjoys the Turf and the distance. This lady hit the board in her last and has put in two robust workouts in the last thirty days. A daughter of Kitten's Joy, she is 57% in the money from seven starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Sugaree [IRE] (Machado / Delacour) comes in with the fourth highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. She excels at this distance. Look for her to sit a good trip among the tracking pack. A daughter of Camelot [GB], she is 44% in the money from nine starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Strikingly Spun (J. Ortiz / Sharp) will be stretching out with the third highest last out speed number and three superb workouts. She rlishes the Turf and the course. This gal will fit it sweetly in the tracker pack. A daughter of Hard Spun, she is 52% in the money from nineteen starts.

#3 Holy Foley (M. Gutierrez / Lynch) holds the highest (tie) last out speed number and three excellent workouts two of which were over the Turf. She is another tracker that will battle for position. A daughter of Point of Entry, she is 33% in the money from twenty-four starts.

#7 Boss Lady Bailey (L. Saez / Maker) shares the highest last out speed number and has put in two sound workouts. She is another tracker ready for battle. This gal likes the distance and the Churchill course. A daughter of Connect, she is 58% in the money from twelve starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#5 Marksman Queen [GB]  ///  #2 Tarneema,  #6 Sugaree [IRE],  #4 Strikingly Spun,  #3 Holy Foley,  #7 Boss Lady Bailey.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#2,  #6,  #4,  #3,  #7  ///  #5 Marksman Queen [GB].

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

PREAKNESS 150

 Oh Baltimore. We look in on the Stakes action at the historic racetrack, Pimlico. The focus will be on the 150th running of the Preakness.

Pimlico Race 13 {Preakness Stakes~G1~1 3/16 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A field of nine will go to the gate in the second Jewel of the Triple Crown.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed to produce a sizzling pace in this race. Speed numbers are fairly close, though five in the field have already hit triple-digit speed figs. All will be racing over the Pimlico track for the first time. Only one has gone this exact distance. Three exit the Kentucky Derby which is slightly longer. It should be a fine classic for the record books.

#2 Journalism (Rispoli / McCarthy) is the horse to beat. Having placed second in KD 151 he wheels back in two weeks. This guy is the only horse that has cobbled together three triple-digit speed figs in a row. Two good workouts make him ready to roll. Look for him to track the pace and explode into the stretch. A son of Curlin, he is 100% in the money from six starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#1 Goal Oriented (Prat / Baffert) will be making his third career start. He has speed but may sit right off the leaders. This colt holds the highest last out speed number and three powerful peaking workouts. He will stretch out to the distance. A son of Not This Time, he holds a 100% win rate from two starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Clever Again (J. Ortiz / Asmussen) comes in with the second highest last out speed number and four superb peaking workouts. He will show speed! This guy will be seeking his third win in a row. A son of American Pharoah, he is 100% in the money from three starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 River Thames (I. Ortiz / Pletcher) holds the third highest lst out speed number and three solid workouts. He should sit right behind the leaders and get first jump heading into the stretch. A son of Maclean's Music, he is 100% in the money from four starts.

#4 Heart of Honor [GB] (S. Osborne / J. Osborne) comes into the US after racing in UAE. This guy has cobbled three seconds in a row and has hit the board twice at this distance. He could be tracking the pace closely ready to strike in the stretch. A son of Honor A.P., he is 100% in the money from six starts.

#7 Sandman (J. Velazquez / M. Casse) will be closing mightily into the hot pace that is expected. He exits the Derby seeking to improve. This guy drops slightly in distance and has one sound workout. A son of Tapit, he is 66% in the money from nine starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#2 Journalism  ///  #1 Goal Oriented,  #8 Clever Again,  #6 River Thames,  #4 Heart of Honor [GB],  #7 Sandman.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#1,  #8,  #6,  #4,  #7  ///  #2 Journalism.

Best of luck with all your Preakness Day wagers!!!

 

Stakes Saturday at Baqueduct

 On this Stakes Saturday we look in on an exciting preparatory race for the coming Belmont Stakes.

Baqueduct Race 11 {Peter Pan Stakes~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of nine will to the gate in this annual event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There will be sufficient speed to produce an honest pace. Speed figs are very close. Only five have competed over the track. A couple will stretch out to this distance for the first time. It should be a very good race on a great day of racing.

#8 Captain Cook (Franco / R. Dutrow) has improved his speed number in each of his four races. He holds the highest last out speed number and four strong peaking workouts. Look for him to track the pace closely and spring into the stretch. A son of Practical Joke, he has a 50%-win rate from those four starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#3 Surfside Moon (J. Alvarado / Lawrence) has hit the board in both of his starts at this distance. He holds the third highest last out speed number and three superb workouts. This guy will be part of the tracking crew seeking good position. He loves the dirt, distance, and track. A son of Malibu Moon, he is 57% in the money from seven starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#4 Hill Road (Prat / C. Brown) should track and close into a strong pace. He will stretch out and run over the track for the first time. This colt comes up from Tampa Bay with the fourth highest last out speed number and three solid workouts. A son of Quality Road, he is 75% in the money from four starts. 

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Vassimo (I. Ortiz / Pletcher) shares the fourth highest last out speed number. He has added three sound workouts to his arsenal. This guy comes up from Fair Grounds where he hit that speed number at a longer route. He should track the pace closely. A son of Nyquist, he has a 25% win rate from four starts.

#5 McAfee (J. Velazquez / R. Dutrow) comes out of a grade two with the second highest last out speed number and three good workouts. He will be part of the tracker pack. This guy has experience at the distance and over the track. A son of Cloud Computing, he is 50% in the money from four starts.

#9 Brereton's Baytown (Serpa / McEntee) should be forwardly placed pressing the pace. He has produced decent speed figs, but shows a powerful workout tab. This guy exits a grade one at Oaklawn Park. A son of Upstart, he has an 18% win rate from eleven starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#8 Captain Cook  ///  #3 Surfside Moon,  #4 Hill Road,  #1 Vassimo,  #5 McAfee,  #9 Brereton's Baytown.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#3,  #4,  #1,  #5,  #9  /// #8 Captain Cook.

Best of luck with all your Stakes Saturday plays!!!

 

 

Happy Kentucky Derby Day!!!

 The day we have all waited for his here. Kentucky Derby 151. Since posted two of our Notable Nine have been scratched. We will add two horses to complete our notable nine. On this, the highest of horse racing holy days, we will go full spectrum on our wagers.

Churchill Downs Race 12 {Kentucky Derby 151~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year-old~graded stakes}

There will be speed, mostly to the inside, though a couple will need to speed from outside posts. Despite the possibility of an off-track, it should be a sizzling pace. Only two have hit a Triple digit Beyer speed fig, #8 Journalism and #21 Baeza. Only three have raced near the distance, #6 Admire Daytona, #14 Tiztastic, and #19 Chunk of Gold. Eight in the field have raced over the Churchill track. Other than the triple-digit earners, speed figs are fairly close. This should be another tremendous running of the Kentucky Derby.

#14 Tiztastic (Rosario / Asmussen) could be world class trainer, Steve Asmussen's first Kentucky Derby winner. He should find a nice tracking position under Rosario's patient ride. This guy could weave. bob, and juke around his opponents as they head into the stretch run. A son of Tiz the Law out of the Tapit mare Keesha is 100% in the money over the Churchill track.

$2 WIN  /  #3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#7 Luxor Cafe (Moreira / Noriyuki) will benefit from an off-track. He is 100% in the money from four starts over an off track. This guy is an American made son of Triple-Crown winner American Pharoah out of a More Than Ready mare Mary's Follies. This guy is another that should take up a nice tracking position and strike in the stretch. He is 83% in the money from six starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Journalism (Rispoli / McCarthy) is the very deserved favorite as the only horse to have posted two triple-digit Beyer speed figs. He is a tough horse with a very strong turn of foot. He needs a good trip to be victorious. A son of the great sire Curlin, he holds an 80% win rate from five starts.

$2 SHOW.

The rest of our Notable Nine KD 151 Contenders

#21 Baeza (Prat / Shirreffs) gets added to our notable nine as he draws in. He is the only other horse earning a triple-digit Beyer speed fig. This guy should chase the pace closely. Two stamina inducing workouts should help him carry the distance. A son of McKinzie out of a Big Brown mare, Puca, he is 75% in the money from four starts.

#19 Chunk of Gold (Loveberry / E. West) will be part of the closer pack heading into the stretch. This guy has doubled up his speed figs in his last two races. He could be sitting on a big race. A strong workout tab of four power works indicates he is ready. A son of Preservationist out of a Cairo Prince mare Play for Good, he is 100% in the money from four starts.

#18 Sovereignty (J. Alvarado / W. Mott) is a deep closer and with a hot pace he can be expected to be in the mix. This colt has a commanding win over the Churchill track. A son of Into Mischief out of Bernardini mare Crowned, he is 80% in the money from five starts.

#17 Sandman (J. Ortiz / M. Casse) is one of four Millionaires in the race. This guy will be tracking and closing handsomely. Gray is Good. This Arkansas Derby winner has competed over the Churchill track. A son of Tapit out of a Distorted Humor mare Distorted Music he is 75% in the money from eight starts.

#9 Burnham Square (B. Hernandez / Wilkes) is another one in the closing community expected to really start running heading into the stretch. This lad has improved his Beyer speed figs in each of his six races run. A son of Liam's Map out of a Scat Daddy mare Linda, he is 83% in the money from six starts.

#1 Citizen Bull (M. Garcia / Baffert) will attempt to be the speed of the race from the rail position. This guy will put on the ski mask and try to steal the race as the controlling speed. His powerful peaking workout tab has put stamina and endurance into him to get the distance. Another son of Into Mischief out of a Distorted Humor mare No Joke, he is 83% in the money from six stats.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($8.00)

#14 Tiztastic  /// #7 Luxor Cafe,  #8 Jornalism, #21 Baeza,  #19 Chunk of Gold,  #18 Sovereignty,  #17 Sandman,  #9 Burnham Square,  #1 Citizen Bull.

Reverse the Wheel ($8.00)

#7,  #8,  #21,  #19,  #18,  #17,  #9,  #1  ///  #14 Tiztastic.

50 CENT Trifecta Box ($3.00)

#14 Tiztastic  +  #7 Luxor Cafe  +  #8 Jornalism.

50 CENT Trifecta Straght ($3.50)

#14 Tiztastic  /  #7 Luxor Cafe  /  #8,  #21,  #19,  #18,  #17,  #9,  #1.

$1 Superfecta Straight ($6.00)

#14 Tiztastic  /  #7 Luxor Cafe  /  #8 Journalism  /  #21,  #19,  #18, #17,  #9,  #1.

$1 Pentafecta [Super High Five] ($5.00)

#14 Tiztastic  /  #7 Luxor Cafe  /  #8 Journalism  /  #21 Baeza  /  #19,  #18,  #17,  #9,  #1.

The very best of luck with all your Kentucky Derby selections!!!