Sunday, April 27, 2025

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!!!

    

Saturday, April 26, 2025

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. 


Saturday, April 19, 2025

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!!!



Friday, April 18, 2025

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!!!

Sunday, April 13, 2025

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!!!

Saturday, April 12, 2025

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!!!


Friday, April 11, 2025

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!!!


Sunday, April 6, 2025

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!!!


Saturday, April 5, 2025

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!!!

 

Friday, April 4, 2025

Furlong Friday at Santa Anita

 We are back to Furlong Friday with a twist. Let's give a little "rolling show parlay" a try and attack the 10 CENT Superfecta with a different wager structure. This will be an exercise to hone our handicapping skills a bit. Time to shake things up.

We look in on a challenging Maiden Claiming sprint at that "Great Race Place".

Santa Anita Race 5 {6 Furlongs~3 year-old~Maiden Claiming}

A field of eleven will go to the gate in this mid-card event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed to produce an honest pace. Three first time starters enter the fray. Seven have already raced over the Santa Anita track. One comes off a layoff, down from Golden Gate. All but four have competed at this distance. It should be a good race.

#7 Code Breaker (Aguilar / Pederson) is our win candidate entering his third race of the form cycle. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and two superb workouts. Look for him to track and strike. This guy has hit the board in both of his starts. A son of Desert Code, he is 100% in the money from those two starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#2 Unbreakable Trust (Ayuso / Sadler) is our selection to hit the board. He comes in with a decent last out speed number at a slightly longer distance and four strong peaking workouts. This lad will track the pace closely. A son of Accelerate, he is 40% in the money from five starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Selections that should be in the Mix

 #1 Jaguar Jon (F. Alvarado / Miyadi) First time starter with excellent Jockey/Trainer stats. Son of Om looks ready to roll.

#9 Naval Harbor (A. Espinoza / Ruvalcaba) comes off a longer layoff down from Golden Gate. Son of Gig Harbor, looks poised to pounce in the closing strides.

#6 Mutt Dillin (Valdivia / Capestro) holds the second highest last out speed number. Son of Divining Rod, could be the controlling speed.

#3 El Ondeado (T. Baze / Periban) holds the highest last out speed number. This guy should track the pace closely. Another son of Om, he is 50% in the money.

#5 General Jackson (A. Lezcano / O'Neill) should show improvement in his sixth start. A son of Maximus Mischief, he will track the pace closely.

The 10 CENT Superfecta Plays

Taking a page from Brad Free's outstanding book, Handicapping 101, we will deploy the following bet structures. Each will cost $2.00 with a total outlay of $8. We are banking on our win candidate, #7 Code Breaking to perform well. Also, we desire #2 Unbreakable Trust to hit the board.

#7  //  #2  //  #1,  #9,  #6,  #3,  #5,  //  #1,  #9,  #6,  #3,  #5.

#7  //  #1,  #9,  #6,  #3,  #5  //  #2  //  #1,  #9,  #6,  #3,  #5.

#7  //  #1,  #9,  #6,  #3,  #5  //  #1,  #9,  #6,  #3,  #5  //  #2.

#2  //  #7  //  #1,  #9,  #6,  #3,  #5  //  #1,  #9,  #6,  #3,  #5.


Best of luck with all your Friday plays!!!