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!!!   

  

Notable Nine for Kentucky Derby 151

 The Kentucky Derby 151 is this Saturday. On this "Thurby" we take a look at our top nine horses that can be expected to run well in the race. We'll look at lay-out some of the stats of these horses in post-position order. 

#4 Rodriguez (M. Garcia / Baffert) can be expected to be on or near the lead. He has worked well during the last thirty days. Son of 2020 Derby winner, Authentic.

Top Beyer Speed fig:  101

Last Race / Place:  Wood Memorial 1st.

Avg. earnings per race:  $104.5.

Jockey Trainer Win %.  M. Garcia (.05) / Baffert (.30) routes.

#7 Luxor Cafe (Moreira / Noriyuki) should travel close to pace. He punched his ticket on the Japan road to the Derby. Son of 2015 Derby winner, American Pharoah.

Top Speed Number: posted a Time Form rating of 103.

Last Race / Place:  Japan 1st. (winner of four races in a row).

Avg. earnings per race:  $63.1.

No Stats on the Jockey / Trainer win percentages.

#8 Journalism (Rispoli / McCarthy) is the deserved favorite and will be hard to beat. He should track the pace closely. Son of Curlin.

Top Beyer speed fig:  108.

Last Race / Place: Santa Anita Derby 1st.

Avg. earnings per race:  $127.7.

Jockey / Trainer Win %:  Rispoli (.22) / McCarthy (.18) routes.

#9 Burnham Square (B. Hernandez / Wilkes) will be tracking and closing. Strong work-out tab. Son of Liam's Map.

Top Beyer Speed fig: 96.

Last Race / Place:  Bluegrass Stakes 1st.

Avg. earnings per race:  $162.9.

Jockey / Trainer Win %:  B. Hernandez (.18) / Wilkes (.13) routes.

#10 Grande (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) should be tracking the pace closely. Three race progression with one decent workout. Another son of Curlin.

Top Beyer Speed fig: 97.

Last Race / Place:  Wood Memorial 2nd.

Avg. earnings per race:  $76.0.

Jockey / Trainer Win %:  J. Velazquez (12) / Pletcher (.17) routes.

#14 Tiztastic (Rosario / Asmussen) will be tracking and closing into the pace. Superb three peaking workouts. Ready for the race. A son of Tiz the Law.

Top Beyer Speed fig:  95.

Last Race / Place: Louisiana Derby 1st.

Avg. earnings per race:  $193.7.

Jockey / Trainer Win %:  Rosario (.13) / Asmussen (.16) routes.

#17 Sandman (J. Ortiz / M. Casse) should be tracking and closing swiftly. Two good workouts. Gray is good. A son of Tapit.

Top Beyer speed fig:  99.

Last Race / Place:  Arkansas Derby 1st.

Avg. earnings per race:  $156.8.

Jockey / Trainer Win %:  J. Ortiz (.24) / M. Casse (.15) routes.

#18 Sovereignty (J. Alvarado / W. Mott) is another one of the closing crew. Three robust workouts in the last thirty days. Son of Into Mischief.

Top Beyer Speed fig:  95.

Last Race / Place:  Florida Derby 2nd.

Avg. earnings per race:  $114.5.

Jockey / Trainer Win %:  J. Alvarado (.16) / W. Mott (.13) routes.

#19 Chunk of Gold (Loveberry / E. West) is more of a tracker that could get first jump on the closers. Four power workouts in the last thirty days. Son of Preservationist.

Top Beyer Speed fig:  92 (earned twice in his last two)

Last Race / PLace:  Louisiana Derby 2nd.

Avg. earnings per race:  $87.2.

Jockey / Trainer Win %:  Loveberry (.13) / E. West (.08) routes.

We will post our KD 151 picks early Saturday (5/3) morning. Look out for any scratches to the field in the meantime.

Best of luck to all your plays leading up to the Run for the Roses!!!

Superfecta Sunday at Oaklawn

 We take in a nice Maiden Claiming race down in Hot Springs, Arkansas for our Superfecta Sunday.

Oaklawn Park Race 8 {6 furlongs~3 year-old Up~Maiden Claiming}

A nearly full field of eleven will go to the gate in this superb Maiden Claiming event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This one is a little light on speed. Speed figures are somewhat close. Only one First-time starter joins the fray. Two will race over the Oaklawn track for the first time. It should be a very nice race to test one's handicapping skills as we head into Kentucky Derby week.

#7 American Litigator (C. Torres / Medina) is the deserved favorite with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and two solid peaking workouts. He is making his third start in the form cycle. This colt hit the board at the distance and over the track in his last start. A son of Outwork, he is 50% in the money from those two starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#4 Heavenlyconveyance (Jara / Tranquilino) comes in out of a high-level Maiden Special Weight race where he earned the fourth highest last out speed number. Two sound workouts add to his arsenal. Look for him to be part of a large tracker pack. A son of Conveyance, he is 50% in the money from four starts.

#8 Solevo (K. Asmussen / S. Asmussen) comes out of a Maiden Special weight race at Houston Race Park where he finished third. He holds one decent workout. This guy is another that will be part of the tracker pack. A son of City of Light, he is 40% in the money from ten starts.

#10 World Fair (Bejarano / Moquett) has double up his last two speed figs earning the highest last out. He should track the pace closely and strike in the stretch. A four year-old gelding he continues to show improvement. This son of Tapiture, is 27% in the money from eleven starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Hey Big Un (Arrieta / Compton) is the lone first-time starter. He has put in there strong workouts in preparation. Strong jockey / trainer stats put him in the mix. A son of The Factor, could surprise.

#3 Major Mack (R. Vazquez / K. Von Hemel) is another that should track the pace closely. He holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number. This guy holds the highest average earnings per race. A son of Omaha Beach, he is 35% in the money from fourteen starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#7 American Litigator  +  #4 Heavenlyconveyance  +  #8 Solevo  +  #10 World Fair.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($6.40)

#7 American Litigator  /  #4 Heavenlyconveyance,  #8 Solevo  /  #4,  #8,  #10 World Fair,  #1 HeyBig Un,  #3 Major Mack  /  ALL.

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

    

Ladies on the Turf for Stakes Saturday

 We venture to South Florida for a fine Stakes race over the Turf.

Gulfstream Park Race 9 {Monroe Stakes~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}

With two scratches a talented field of nine will strut on the green in this featured affair.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This race comes up light on speed with one speedster and two tracking the pace closely. Speed figs are fairly close. All have raced over the turf, at the distance, and on the Gulfstream course. It should be a marvelous race to wager on and watch.

#6 Life's An Audible (Zayas / Pletcher) comes to the race with the third highest last out speed number and four efficient workouts. She is strong on the Turf, at the distance, and over the course. Look for her in the Tracker pack. A daughter of Audible, she is 60% in the money from ten starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Ozara [IRE] (Jaramillo / Clement) should track the pace closely with the highest last out speed number and one sound workout. She is a lover of the Turf, the distance, and the course. This gal exits a grade two event and from there will stretch out to the distance. A daughter of Lope de Vega [IRE], she is 77% in the money from nine starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Breath Away [GB] (P. Lopez / Clement) comes in with the second highest last out speed number. She will be part of the tracker pack. This gal is another who relishes the Turf, distance, and course. She is the morning line favorite. A daughter of Bated Breath [GB], she is 73% in the money from fifteen starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 Starship Agenda (Reyes / Dwoskin) has improved her speed figs in each of her last three races. She holds the fourth highest last out speed number and three strong workouts. Look for her to be battling in the tracker pack. A daughter of Always Dreaming, she is 53% in the money from fifteen starts.

#4 Sensitivity (Ra. Maragh / Sano) is another that has improved her speed numbers in each of her last three races. This mare won her last and has two wins from three starts over the Gulfstream Turf. She will be closing should the pace heat up. A daughter of Street Sense, she is 42% in the money from fourteen starts.

#5 Dancing N Dixie (Bravo / M. Casse) exits a grade two with a decent speed number. She has put in two robust workouts in the last thirty days. Another that will be amongst the tracker pack. A daughter of Neolithic, she is 50% in the money from fourteen starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#6 Life's An Audible  ///  #9 Ozara [IRE],  #7 Breath Away [GB],  #8 Starship Agenda,  #4 Sensitivity,  #5 Dancing N Dixie.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#9,  #7,  #8,  #4,  #5  ///  #6 Life's An Audible.

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

Study-up as KD 151 week begins tomorrow. 

An Elkhorn Stakes Saturday

 We stay on at Keeneland for a fantastic Stakes race on the Turf at a classic distance.

Keeneland Race 9 {Elkhorn Stakes~G3~1 1/2 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A full field of twelve will run on the Turf in this annual event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed in this race to produce an honest pace. Speed figures are very close as every one of these fellas having hit the triple digit at least a couple. It should be extremely competitive. Only three will try the Keeneland Turf for the first time. One will be stretching out to this distance. Strong Turf pedigrees are in this race from top to bottom. This race will be one of the best on a great day of racing across the country.

#12 Balnikhov [IRE] (Geroux / D'Amato) comes in with the third highest last out speed number and three powerful workouts. This guy will close gallantly into the pace. He relishes the Turf and the distance. A millionaire son of Adaay [IRE], he is 61% in the money from thirty-one starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Limited Liability (Dettori / McGaughey) is the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number and three strong workouts over Turf. This lad absolutely loves the Turf, distance, and Keeneland course. He has the tactical speed to settle into the pace and launch into the stretch. A son of Kitten's Joy, he is 70% in the money from twenty starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#1 Rebel Red [GB] (J. Ortiz / Devaux) should track the pace closely with the fourth highest last out speed number and one solid workout. He the lone runner that will stretch out to this distance for the first time. He does lover the Turf and has done will over the Keeneland course. A son of Frankel [GB], he is 55% in the money from nine starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Grand Sonata (J. Alvarado / Pletcher) has won at this distance in four tries. He comes in with four robust peaking workouts ready to run. This veteran runner loves the Turf and the Keeneland course. A millionaire son of Medaglia d'Oro, he is 51% in the money from twenty-seven starts.

#11 Idratherbeblessed (Curtis / Hartman) comes in with the second last out speed number and two fine workouts. He could be the speed of the race. This lad is solid over the Turf and at the distance. A son of Unified, he is 63% in the money from thirty-one starts.

#8 Ole Crazy Bone (B. Hernandez / Calhoun) is another that will track the pace closely. He is strong over the Turf and at the distance. After hitting the board in his last three, he will try the Keeneland course for the first time. A son of Ghostzapper, he is 73% in the money from fifteen starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#12 Balnikhov [IRE]  ///  #6 Limited Liability,  #1 Rebel Red [GB],  #2 Grand Sonata,  #11 Idratherbeblessed,  #8 Ole Crazy Bone.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#6,  #1,  #2,  #11,  #8  ///  #12 Balnikhov [IRE].

May all your Stakes Saturday tickets cash!!!

Turf Sprint at Keeneland

 On this Good Friday we look in on a fabulous Turf Sprint at Keeneland.

Keeneland Race 8 {5 1/2 Furlongs~TURF~4 year-old Up~Allowance}

A nice field of ten will hit the grass in this high-level Allowance race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed in this race to keep the pace rolling swiftly. Speed figs are fairly close with half the field scoring triple digits amongst their last three. Four will be trying the Turf course for the first time. All seem to be well prepped for this race. It should be one of the better races on an excellent card.

#5 No Nay Hudson [IRE] (Machado / W. Ward) comes in with the highest (tie) last out speed number and three stout workouts. This lad should track the pace closely. He has doubled up that triple digit speed fig in his last two. A son of No Nay Never, he is 53% in the money from fifteen starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 That's Right (Geroux / B. Cox) is our choice to hit the board. He holds the third highest last out speed number and four strong workouts over Turf. This guy likes the Turf, distance, and Keeneland course. He should be part of the pack on the front-end. A son of Goldencents, he is 40% in the money from twenty-seven starts.

$3 SHOW  [we bump up our Rolling Show Parlay a buck after last week's results].

Other Wagering Interests to iinclude in our 10 CENT Superfecta structure.

#12 Santorini (Prat / Brisset) shares highest last out speed number. Son of Twirling Candy, he is 50% in the money from eighteen starts.

#7 Finster (Cheminaud / Harty) this gelding holds a win in his only attempt over the Turf and at the distance. Son of Sky Mesa, holds a 60% win rate from five starts.

#11 Doncho (J. Torres / Lovell) coming off long layoff this son of Mo Tom, has the best workout tab and will try the Turf and distance for the first time. 80% itm from five starts.

#8 American Monarch (J. Alvarado / W. Mott) has the fourth highest last out speed number two hearty peaking workouts. Son of American Pharoah, he is 66% itm from fifteen starts.

#9 Sosua Summer (L. Saez / D'Angelo) solid over the Turf and at the distance, this son of Summer Front is 46% in the money.

10 CENT Superfecta Ticket Structure ($2.00 per ticket)

#5 No Nay Hudson [IRE]  /  #6 That's Right  /  #12, #7, #11, #8, #9  /  #12, #7, #11, #8, #9.

#5  /  #12, #7, #11, #8, #9  /  #6  /  #12, #7, #11, #8, #9.

#5  /  #12, #7, #11, #8, #9  /  #12, #7, #11, #8, #9  /  #6.

#6  /  #5  /  #12, #7, #11, #8, #9  /  #12, #7, #11, #8, #9.

Best of luck with all your Furlong Friday tickets!!!

Back to Keeneland for Superfecta Sunday

 We take in a fantastic, graded Turf sprint stakes on this Superfecta Sunday.

Keeneland Race 8 {Giant's Causeway~G3~5 1/2 Furlongs~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of nine will hit the grass in this featured race on another outstanding card.

Past performances used:  Equibase.

Plenty of speed turns up in this race. It should be a speedy pace. Speed figs are very close. Only two will be trying the Keeneland course for the first time. All have been well-prepped for this contest. It should be a great race to wager and watch.

#4 Future is Now (P. Lopez / Trombetta) has cobbled together three triple digit speed figs in a row. This gal is looking to make it her third win in a row. She holds the highest last out speed number and four strong peaking workouts. Look for her to show speed. A daughter of Great Notion, she is 64% in the money from fourteen starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Danse Macabre (Rosario / Clement) comes in from a modest layoff. She should track the pace closely and spring into the stretch. This gal loves the Turf and distance. It will be her first effort over the Keeneland course. A daughter of Army Mule, she is 91% in the money from twelve starts.

#2 Toupie (Prat / Motion) has the tactical speed to settle into the pace. She holds the third highest last out speed number and four solid peaking workouts. This lady is another that loves the Turf and the distance. A daughter of Uncle Mo, she is 72% in the money from eleven starts.

#7 Pandora's Gift [IRE] (I. Ortiz / Clement) holds the second highest last out speed number and four sound workouts. She should track well into a speedy pace. It will be her third North American start. A daughter of Churchill [IRE], she is 70% in the money from ten starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#10 Just a Care [IRE] (J. Velazquez / B. Lynch) is another with tactical speed to meld into the pace. She holds the fourth highest last out speed number and two dynamite workouts. A daughter of Australia [GB], she is 72% in the money from eleven starts.

#5 Awesome Treat (Doyle / Wojczynski) should track the pace closely looking to get first jump on the other trackers. She has a solid last out speed number and two robust peaking workouts. A daughter of Awesome Patriot, she is 42% in the money from thirty-one starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Future is Now  +  #6 Danse Macabre  +  #2 Toupie  +  #7 Pandora's Gift [IRE].

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#4 Future is Now  /  #5 Danse Macabre,  #2 Toupie  /  #5, #2,  #7 Pandora's Gift [IRE],  #10 Just a Care [IRE],  #5 Awesome Treat  /  ALL.

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

Stakes Saturday in Lexington, Kentucky

 On this Stakes Saturday we take in the last KD 151 points race.

Keeneland Race 9 {Lexington Stakes~G3~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of seven will go to the gate essentially for the purse money.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed to produce an honest pace. Speed numbers are very close giving any of these colts a chance to win. Only two have raced over the Keeneland dirt. Four will be stretching out to the distance. All have been well prepped and ready for battle. It should be a fine race.

#3 Bullard (Rispoli / McCarthy) will stretch out to this distance with a decent last out speed number and four strong workouts. He should track the pace and strike in the stretch. A son of Gun Runner, he is 100% in the money from three starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#8 Hypnus (L. Saez / McPeek) is another tracker with a decent last out speed number at a longer route and two superb peaking workouts. He has experience at this distance winning once in two tries. A son of Into Mischief, he is 33% in the money from three starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Praetor (Prat / C. Brown) should be forwardly placed and could be the controlling speed. This guy comes in from Gulfstream Park with the third highest speed number and two fine workouts. Another son of Into Mischief, he is 100% in the money from three starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Gosger (I. Ortiz / B. Walsh) will be making his third career start with the highest last out speed number and four supreme peaking workouts. He should track the pace closely. A son of Nyquist, he is 100% in the money from two starts.

#2 Bracket Buster (M. Franco / Oliver) comes in off a modest layoff. He holds the highest speed number at the distance and three solid workouts. This guy is another that will track the pace closely. A son of Vekoma, he is 50% in the money from four starts.

#5 Native Runner (J. Ortiz / McPeek) comes in with the second highest last out speed number and two speedy workouts. This guy will be pursuing his third win in a row. He has tactical speed and will adapt to the pace. A son of Laoban, he is 50% in the money from six starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#3 Bullard  ///  #8 Hypnus,  #7 Praetor,  #6 Gosger,  #2 Bracket Buster,  #5 Native Runner.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#8,  #7,  #6,  #2,  #5  ///  #3 Bullard.

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

Furlong Friday at Keeneland

 April is the month to take in the fabulous Keeneland Spring meet. On this Friday we take in a tremendous Stakes race sprinting on the Turf.

Keeneland Race 7 {FanDuel Limestone Stakes~5 1/2 Furlongs~TURF~3 year-old~Fillies~Stakes}

A highly competitive field of twelve will hit the green in this annual affair. 

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

We continue on with our Rolling Show Parlay (RSP) and our 10 CENT Superfecta bet structure. There is plenty of speed in this race to produce a sizzling pace. Speed number are fairly close. Only two have raced over the Keeneland course. Four of these Turf sprinters have yet to compete at this distance. Interestingly, all but one have raced over the Turf. It should be an excellent race to wager and watch.

#9 Dreamaway (J. Velazquez / W. Ward) is our win selection. She comes in off a modest layoff with four serious workouts. She will so speed and could control the pace. A daughter of Flameaway, she is 100% in the money from three starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Shisospicy (I. Ortiz / D'Angelo) will continue our RSP. She is the deserved morning line favorite with the fourth highest last out speed number and three speedy peaking workouts. This gal will stretch out slightly to this distance. She should be part of the speed on the front-end. A daughter of Mitole, she is also 100% in the money from four starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#12 Kilwin (L. Saez / Arnold) will track the pace closely after a modest layoff. She holds the highest last out speed number and three superb peaking workouts. A daughter of Twirling Candy, she has a 66% win rate from three starts.

#7 Mighty Eru [IRE] (Curtis / B. Walsh) won at this distance last out. She should be forwardly placed behing the leaders. Three strong workouts add to her cause. A daughter of Inns of Court [IRE], she is 75% in the money from four starts.

#4 Abientot (D. Davis / M. Casse) is a daughter of Not This Time coming off a modest layoff with the second highest last out speed number. 50% itm from six.

#5 It Ain't Two [GB] (Dettori / R. Mott) makes her first North American start after a modest layoff. A daughter of Calyx [GB], she is 53% in the money from thirteen.

#11 Me Governor (J. Ortiz / David) is a daughter of The Factor. She will be forwardly placed with two sharp peaking workouts. 75% itm from eight.

10 CENT Superfecta Box Wager Structure

#9 Dreamaway / #6 Shisospicy / #12, #7, #4, #5, #11 / #12, #7, #4, #5, #11.  ($2.00)

#9 Dreamaway / #12, #7, #4, #5, #11 / #6 Shisospicy / #12, #7, #4, #5, #11.  ($2.00)

#9 Dreamaway / #12, #7, #4, #5, #11 / #12, #7, #4, #5, #11 / #6 Shisospicy.  ($2.00)

#6 Shisospicy / #9 Dreamaway / #12, #7, #4, #5, #11 / #12, #7, #4, #5, #11.  ($2.00)

Best of luck with your Furlong Friday wagers!!!

Superfecta Sunday in Hot Springs

 On this Superfecta Sunday we look in on a sprint race in Hot Springs, Arkansas.

Oaklawn Park Race 11 {6 Furlongs~4 year-old Up~Claiming}

A rigorous field of twelve will go to the gate in this penultimate race on the card.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed in this race. Speed figs are fairly close with six posting triple digits speed numbers among the entrants. All but one have raced over the Oaklawn dirt. It should be a fine race to handicap and wager.

#1 Santos Dumant (Bejarano / Hartman) will drop in distance with the tactical speed to settle into the pace. He holds the highest last out speed number and two sharp workouts. This gelding loves the dirt and the Oaklawn track. A son of Street Sense, he is 60% in the money from twenty starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#12 Vodka Martini (C. Torres / Ram-Rodriguez) holds a triple digit speed fig on the dirt and at the distance. He comes in prepped with two strong peaking workouts. This guy should track a super swift pace. A son of Prospective, he holds a 50%-win rate from six starts.

#9 Bron and Brow (E. Asmussen / S. Asmussen) loves the dirt and distance. He has cobbled together three good last out speed numbers. This gelding will be among the trackers in the field. A son of Gromley, he is 60% in the money from twenty-five starts.

#2 Lundberg (Arrieta / A. Hernandez) also has the tactical speed to settle in the pace. He holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number and one solid workout. This gelding is good on the dirt and at the distance. A son of Uncle Mo, he is 57% in the money from nineteen starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Sweet as Sin (W. De La Cruz / Puhl) has improved his speed figs in his last three culminating with a win at the distance. He should track the pace closely. This guy runs well over the dirt, at the distance, and on the track. A son of Candy Ride [ARG], he is 54% in the money from eleven starts.

#10 Magia Nera (Camacho / Jacobson) comes in with the third highest last out speed number at a slightly longer sprint and four efficient works. He is another that will track the pace closely and strike. A son of Bernardini, is 50% in the money from twenty starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Santos Dumant  +  #12 Vodka Martini  +  #9 Bron and Brow  +  #2 Lundberg.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($7.20)

#1 Santos Dumant  /  #12 Vodka Martini,  #9 Bron and Brow  /  #12,  #9,  #2 Lundberg, #6 Sweet as Sin,  #10 Magia Nera  /  ALL.

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

Stakes Saturday at the "Big A"

 We venture to the "Big Apple" for one of the last remaining Kentucky Derby preps.

Aqueduct Race 12 {Wood Memorial~G2~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of ten will enter the gate in this annual Derby prep.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speedy and forwardly placed types to keep the pace sizzling. Speed numbers are fairly close with two posting three-digit figures. Half the field will try the Aqueduct dirt for the first time. All but two are nominated to the Triple Crown. The entire field seems to be well prepped as they look to rack up Derby points. It should be a fantastic race on a very good Aqueduct card.

#2 Captain Cook (M. Franco / R. Dutrow) is one of two that have won at this distance. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and four superb workouts. This guy should track the pace closely looking to position for the stretch run. He will be seeking his third win in a row showing a three-race speed fig progression. A son of Practical Joke, he has a 66% win rate from three starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#8 Passion Rules (Carmouche / B. Cox) is another that should track the pace as he seeks his fourth win in a row. On a last out win he holds a good speed fig and two powerful workouts. He will be one of seven stretching out to this distance. It will be his first effort over the Aqueduct track. A son of Firesian Fire, he holds a 100% win rate from three starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#1 Rodriguez (M. Smith / Baffert) will show speed. He had a very good speed fig last out and has put in three strong peaking workouts in preparation. This will be his first start over the Aqueduct track as he stretches out to this distance. He is one of the runners that has posted a triple digit speed number. A son of Authentic, he 1s 100% in the money from four starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Sand Devil (J. Lezcano / L. Rice) has hit the board with triple digit speed figs in his last three races. This lad should be part of the speed team on the front-end. He loves the dirt and the Aqueduct track as he stretches out to the distance. A son of Violence, he is 100% in the money from four starts.

#7 Grande (D. Davis / Pletcher) is another that has won at this distance. He will be making his third start after winning the first two. He comes in from Gulfstream Park with a very good last out speed number and three sound workouts. This colt should sit right behind the speed. A son of Curlin, he has a 100% win rate from two starts.

#11 Statesman (Marin / McGaughey) should settle into a good tracking position. He holds the second highest last out speed number and four diligent workouts. It will be his first try over the Aqueduct oval after two wins in a row down at Tampa Bay Downs. A son of Constitution, he is 60% in the money from five starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#2 Captain Cook  //  #8 Passion Rules,  #1 Rodriguez,  #5 Sand Devil,  #7 Grande,  #11 Statesman.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#8,  #1,  #5,  #7,  #11  //  #2 Captain Cook.

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