Turf Stakes at Keeneland

 An enjoyable Stakes Saturday will unfold as we enjoy a great Turf stakes at magnificent Keeneland.

Keeneland Race 8 {Queen Elizabeth II Challenge Cup~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Fillies~Graded Stakes}

An excellent field of ten will hit the green in this annual affair. 

Past Performances used:  DRF Formulator.

There is enough speed to carry this race forward. Speed figs are fairly close which makes it highly competitive. Sixty percent of the field have cobbled together multiple wins entering into this event. It should be an exceptionally exciting race.

#5 Nicest [IRE] (Leparoux / D. O'Brien) should surprise as she comes in from across the pond after racing last in Ireland. This gal last raced in a longer group one Turf contest hitting the board. Two strong workouts over the Keeneland Turf add to her appeal. Expect her to track the pace closely. A daughter of American Pharoah, she is 66% in the money from six career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#3 Shantisara [IRE] (Prat / C. Brown) comes in off three wins in a row with the second highest last out speed number over a longer Turf route and two quality workouts. She is another that can be expected to track the pace closely. She has notched a win at this distance. A daughter of Coulsty, she is 75% in the money from eight career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#7 Lady Speightspeare (Wilson / Attfield) stretches out to this distance off three victories at Woodbine. She has put in four exceptional workouts in preparation for this race. Look for her to attempt to wire this field with her speed. A daughter of Speightstown, she has an 100% win record from three career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#4 Empress Josephine [IRE] (J. Velazquez / A. O'Brien) comes into this race on short rest where she placed third over the Keenland Turf scoring the highest last out speed number amongst this crew. She has hit the board at this distance over in Ireland. She should track the pace ready to strike in the stretch run. A daughter of world class sire, Galileo [IRE], she is 50% in the money from eight career starts.

$1 SHOW.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5)

#5 Nicest [IRE]  //  #3 Shantisara [IRE],  #7 Lady Speightspeare,  #4 Empress Josephine [IRE], and two horses with terrific upside we will include in our wheel---#1 Burning Ambition (Geroux / B. Cox) as well as #10 Closing Remarks (Rispoli / Gaines).

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Nicest [IRE]  +  #3 Shantisara [IRE]  +  #7 Lady Speightspeare  +  #4 Empress Josephine [IRE].

Best of luck in all of your plays today !!

Oh Canada Stakes Saturday

 We go up North to Canada for today's Stakes Saturday.

Woodbine Race 10 {Queens Plate Stakes~1 1/4 mile~3 year-old~Canada Bred~Stakes}

This is the first leg of the Canadian Triple Crown. It promises to be an excellent race with fourteen going to post.

Past Performances Used:  DRF Formulator.

This should be a very good wagering opportunity for all handicappers. This field of fourteen is composed of two fillies, four geldings, and eight colts. All are three year-old's. There is a pack that will want to be forwardly placed pushing an honest pace. All will be stretching out to this distance for the first time.Speed numbers are very close with eight hitting an 80 Beyer figure or above. These horses are all well prepped with very good workout tabs. It should be the best race of the day.

#12 Clayton (R. Hernandez / K. Attard) is the morning line favorite with the second highest (tie) and two sound peaking workouts. This colt loves the surface and the Woodbine track. He should be part of the forwardly placed pack ready to roll into the stretch. A son of Bodemeister, he is 100% in the money including three wins from four career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Merveilleux (Kimura / K. Attard) should challenge as a filly going up against the boys. She shares the second highest last out speed number and has put in two speedy peaking workouts. She is one of the more seasoned of the field. Look for her to be part of the front pack looking for position. A daughter of Paynter, she is 75% in the money from eight career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#6 Halo Again (Contreras / Asmussen) will contend with the third highest (tie) last out speed number and two solid workouts. This guy is another that should travel among the front pack. He is another that likes the surface and the Woodbine track. A son of Speightstown, he is 66% in the money from six career starts.

$1 SHOW.

#9 Dotted Line (Stein / S. Attard) will be in the mix sharing the third highest last out speed number and two hearty workouts. This gelding has the tactical speed to make good use of whatever pace develops. He does like the surface and the Woodbine track. A son of Signature Red, he is 62% in the money from eight career starts.

#10 Curlin's Voyage (husbands / J. Carroll) should be one of the favorites upon entering the gate. This filly enjoys the highest last out speed number and two strong workouts. She will be going for her third win in a row. Look for her to take up a tracking position ready to strike. A daughter of Curlin, she is 88% in the money from nine career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($4.00)

#12 Clayton  //  #2 Merveilleux,  #6 Halo Again,  #9 Dotted Line,  #10 Curlin's Voyage.

20 CENT Superfecta ($13.20)

#12 Clayton  /  #2 Merveilleux,  #6 Halo Again  //  #2, #6, #9 Dotted Line, #10 Curlin's Voyage  //  ALL.

Furlong Friday Results

Arlington International Racecourse R8.  Our first pick, Darlin Rosie, finished 3rd for show money of $3.90.  Our second pick, Looktheotherway, finished 2nd for show money of $2.40.

We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box play grabbing three of the four wagering interests required to cash. Superfecta went 4-2-8-5.

Bankroll gets smacked and drops to $75.42.

Kentucky Derby Wagering Menu is Fantastic

 Fantastic KD 146 Wagering Menu

The Kentucky Derby wagering menu was made for horse players in mind this year. There will be all types of opportunities for handicappers to cash. Aside from the usual $2 WIN, PLACE, and SHOW options, it will feature the following wagers for the big race:

• $1 Exacta.

• 50 CENT Trifecta.

• 10 CENT Superfecta.

• $1 Super High Five (while the kentuckyderby.com website does not mention it, Equibase.com does list it among the wagering options for KD 146, race number 14.

Those of us with a modest bankroll will be able to take advantage of the best race on the horse racing calendar.

Aside from the big race, Race 14, there are number of great wagering opportunities on the undercard which includes some very fine races including:

Race 8   American Turf Stakes with eight entrants.

Race 9   Pat Day Mile Stakes with nine entrants.

Race 10 Iroquois Stakes with eleven entrants.

Race 11 Churchill Distaff Turf Mile with eight entrants.

Race 12 Derby City Distaff Stakes with ten entrants.

Race 13 Old Forester Bourbon TURF Classic with ten entrants.

Race 14 Kentucky Derby 146 with a field of eighteen.

All of these races present excellent wagering opportunities for the 10 CENT Superfecta player. What a great day it should be.

Draw your Swords for Stakes Saturday

 We take in a lively classic Turf race up at the "Spa" for our Stakes Saturday handicapping venture.

Saratoga {Sword Dancer~G1~1 1/2 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A modest field of eight very talented Turf horses will battle in this grade one. There are a few forwardly placed types to keep an honest pace. Speed numbers are fairly close making it a competitive one. A couple of millionaire horses make their appearance plotting to bulk up their purse earnings. Premiere Turf trainer, Michael Maker has three entrants. It should be a heck of a race at this marathon distance.

#2 Aquaphobia (I. Ortiz / Maker) is in excellent form with the highest last out speed number and four superb peaking workouts. Among this group, this fella shares top honor for most victories at nine. This guy comes in fresh ready to run in his tracking style. A son of Giant's Causeway, he is 58% in the money from thirty-six starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Pedro Cara [FR] (Velazquez / Motion) will challenge coming off an extended layoff after racing in Qatar. He has hit the board in his last three races and has compiled a stamina producing workout tab (four works) during his time off. This French bred turfer is 83% in the money at this distance covering six starts. A son of Pedro the Great, he should take up a tracking position ready to slice through.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#5 Corelli (Rosario / Thomas) will be making his third North American start after racing over in Great Britain. He holds the third highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. Our friends across the pond love the progeny of Point of Entry, as they tend to be "stayers". This guy has raced at much longer distances than any of his foes in this race. Expect him to take up a tracking position and gun it in the stretch.

$2 SHOW.

#8 Sadler's Joy (Castellano / Albertrani) might go off as the favorite with the second highest speed number at the distance and the second highest (tie) last out speed number. He has produced two sound workouts in the last thirty days. This guy has hit the board in his last three. A son of the great Kitten's Joy, he will need some pace to run in to with his commanding kick.

$1 SHOW.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#2 Aquaphobia  //  #7 Pedro Cara [FR],  #5 Corelli,  #8 Sadler's Joy.

10 CENT Superfecta ($1.00)

#2 Aquaphobia  /  #7 Pedro Cara [FR]  /  #5 Corelli,  #8 Sadler's Joy  /  ALL.

Furlong Friday Results

Monmouth Park R3.  Beaten Claiming.  Our first pick, Rogue Patriot, won (1st) for win money of $7.70 and show money of $2.60.  Our second pick, Earned Success, finished 2nd for show money of $1.10.

We hit the Superfecta with our box effort earning a modest $9.81. Superfecta went 7-5-4-1.

Bankroll gets a nice lift to $91.39.

A Four Star Stakes Saturday

 On this Stakes Saturday we look in on one of the premiere tracks with its beautiful Turf course.

Saratoga Race 9 {4 Star Dave~G1~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A great field of nine will hit the TURF in this annual contest. There is some speed to keep the pace honest. Speed numbers are very close making this a super competitive event. There are three millionaires making an appearance in the race. World class trainer, Chad Brown, has four entrants in the race seeking to take down the superfecta. All of these lads have a chance to get their picture taken. It should be a fantastic race.

#6 Uni [GB] (J. Ortiz / C. Brown) looks to be in fine form with the highest last out speed number and four strong workouts. He has hit the board in her last three and is 100% in the money at this distance from nine starts. This guy will need some speed to deploy his fierce kick. A millionaire son of More Than Ready, he shares the highest speed number at this distance.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#5 Halladay (L. Saez / Pletcher) will challenge sharing that highest speed number at the distance. He holds three very good last out speed numbers and two sound workouts. This guy went longer in his last. He is another that is 100% in the money at this distance from three tries. A son of War Front, he should be attempting to wire the field.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#1 Raging Bull [FR] (Rosario / C. Brown) will be challenging his stablemate for an exciting closing finish. He holds the second highest last out speed number and three superb workouts. This lad is 87% in the money at the distance from eight starts. A millionaire son of Dark Angel [IRE],  he loves the surface and the Saratoga course.

$2 SHOW.

#2 Casa Creed (Alvarado / Mott) comes out of a longer route posting a decent last out speed number and four solid workouts. This guy has already won over the Saratoga course. He should be tracking the pace ready to strike. A son of Jimmy Creed, this guy is 57% in the money at the distance from seven starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#6 Uni [GB] //  #5 Halladay,  #1 Raging Bull [FR], #2 Casa Creed.

10 CENT Superfecta

#6 Uni [GB]  /  #5 Halladay  /  #1 Raging Bull [FR],  #2 Casa Creed  /  ALL.

Last Superfecta Sunday (8/16) Results

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club R10.  CTT & TOC Stakes.  Big miss on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort catching only one of the four wagering interests required. Superfecta went 2-4-8-6.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Siberian Iris [IRE], finished 6th.

Bankroll gets hammered and continues its descent from the C-Note mark dipping to $85.93.

Up North for Stakes Saturday

 On this Stakes Saturday we take a look at a nice Turf mile stakes race in Toronto, Canada,

Woodbine Race 9 {King Edward Stakes~G3~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A good field of eight will trot onto the grass in this annual contest. There is enough speed to keep the pace a rolling. Speed numbers are very close. Three of these will be making their first start over the Woodbine Turf. It should be a fine race over one of the most beautiful Turf courses in North America.

#8 Delaware [GB] (Contreras / C. Brown) comes up from Belmont to challenge these quality Turfers. He holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number and four solid workouts. He will be making his third North American start after competing in France. This colt will be tracking the pace ready to strike. A son of Frankel [GB], he is 72% in the money at the mile distance.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#4 Argentello [IRE] (Moran / Murphy) will contend with the second highest last out speed number and thiree high quality workouts. He comes in from Indiana Grand with a third place finish in a Stakes race. A son of Intello [GER], he is 83% in the money at the distance. Look for him to race right behind the leaders.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#3 Mr. Ritz [GB] (Husbands / J. Carroll) should challenge with the highest last out speed number and two strong peaking workouts. This guy will be coming into the third race of his form cycle geared up for a peak effort. He should be part of the pace scenario. A son of Oasis Dream [GB], he is 50% in the money at this distance.

$2 SHOW.

#5 Silent Poet (Stein / N. Gonzalez) will be in the mix with the fourth highest last out speed number and two very sharp workouts. This lad leads the field with eight career wins. He loves the Woodbine course. A son of Silent Name [JPN], he is 66% in the money at the mile.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#8 Delaware [GB]  //  #4 Argentello [IRE],  #3 Mr. Ritz [GB],  #5 Silent Poet.

20 CENT Superfecta ($1.00)

#8 Delaware [GB]  /  #4 Argentello [IRE]  /  #3 Mr. Ritz [GB]  /  ALL.

Last Superfecta Sunday (8/9) Results

Ellis Park R10.  Ellis Park Derby.  We flubbed our 10 CENT Superfecta box play, capturing only one of the four required to cash our ticket. Superfecta went 4-10-5-8. Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Shared Sense, finished 5th.

Bankroll tumbles to $105.33.

Stakes Saturday at Saratoga

Today we look at another test for Kentucky Derby hopefuls during these unprecedented times. Up at beautiful Saratoga we examine the field for the sensational Travers.

Saratoga Race 11 {Travers~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year-old~graded stakes}

An exceptionally talented field of eight will go to the gate in the annual "Summer Derby". Though this year there are KD points on the line. There is enough speed to keep the pace fast. All of these lads will be stretching out to this distance having only gone as far as 1 1/8 mile in their last. Speed numbers are fairly close and most should improve as they continue their three year-old season. It will be the most exciting race leading up to this years Kentucky Derby on the first Saturday in September.

#6 Tiz the Law (M. Franco / Tagg) is the even money morning line favorite. He is the only one in this field to hit triple digit speed numbers. He holds the highest last out speed number and four superlative workouts in preparation for this race. This lad should be tracking the pace ready to unleash in the stretch. He has already posted a victory over the Saratoga track. A son of Constitution, he 100% in the money from six career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Country Grammer  (I. Ortiz / C. Brown) should take another great step forward with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and two solid workouts. He too has notched a win over the Saratoga track. He should be tracking the pace closely ready to strike as they head into the stretch. A son of Tonalist, he is 60% in the money from five career starts.

$1 PLACE  / $2 SHOW.

#4 Max Player (Rosario / L. Rice) should challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number and four robust peaking workouts. He continues to improve with every race and should do so on the stretch out here. This lad comes in from Belmont ready to rock. A son of Honor Code, he is also 100% in the money from four career starts.

$1 SHOW.

#8 South Bend (J. Ortiz / Mott) should contend with the third highest (tie) last out speed number and three superb workouts. This guy loves the surface and should relish the extra distance. A pure closer, he already has three wins on his resume. A son of Algorithms, he is 63% in the money from eleven career starts,

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#6 Tiz the Law //  #2 Country Grammer, #4 Max Player,  #8 South Bend.

10 CENT Superfecta ($1.00)

#6 Tiz the Law  /  #2 Country Grammer  /  #4 Max Player,  #8 South Bend  /  ALL.

Last Superfecta Sunday (8/2) Results

Golden Gate R6.  Maiden Claiming. We fumbled our 10 CENT Superfecta play capturing only one of the four needed to cash our ticket. Superfecta went 4-5-2-7.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner Thick Smoke, finished 8th (last).

Bankroll gets pummeled and drops to $115.83.

Stakes Saturday for Jersey Breds

On this Stakes Saturday we take in a nice race along the Jersey shore. Summer is made for horse racing though sometimes the fields are not as robust.

Monmouth Park Race 9 {Irish War Cry Handicap~1 mile~3 year-old Up~NJ~Stakes}

A reduced field of six as this one comes off the Turf. These reliable lads will go a mile on the main track. Two thirds of the field is composed of speedsters which might benefit the off the pace two. Speed numbers are fairly close making it a competitive event despite the short field. It should be a great race on this last weekend in July.

#8 Golden Brown (P. Lopez / McBurney) should go off as the deserved favorite with the third highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. He does hold the highest speed number at the distance. A son of Offlee Wild, he should be running close to the pace and spring into the stretch in good position. This guy is 58% in the money from twenty-one career starts.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#5 Premdini (Diaz / Carvajal) will challenge coming off a dirt sprint in which scored the highest last out speed number among this field. He has posted one peaking workout anticipating this third race of his form cycle. A son of Dance with Ravens, he should be part of the pace team. This lad is 70% in the money from twenty career starts.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#3 Royal Urn (Bravo / Breen) has improved in each of his last three races. He holds the second highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. This five year-old gelding also holds the second highest speed number at the distance. A son of Kantharos, he is in great position to take advantage of any hotly contest pace with a strong tracking/closing running style.
$1 SHOW.

#7 Optic Way (W. Garcia / Ryan) is another that should be part of the speedy group on the front end. He comes out of a dirt sprint stakes with a good speed number and one peaky bullet workout. A son of Cable Boy, he is 71% in the money from twenty-four career starts. 

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#8 Golden Brown  //  #5 Premdini,  #3 Royal Urn,  #7 Optic Way.

10 CENT Superfecta (60 cents)

#8 Golden Brown  /  #5 Premdini  /  #3 Royal Urn,  #7 Optic Way  /  ALL.




Last Superfecta Sunday (7/19) Results
Saratoga R9.  Lake Placid--G2.  We misfired on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort capturing only two of the four wagering interests required to cash. Superfecta went 1-6-4-5.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Speaktomeofsummer, won (1st) for show money of $2.30.
Bankroll takes a small dip to $124.93.

Belmont Stakes 1.125

An unusual Triple Crown season during extraordinary times. On this Stakes Saturday we look in on bountiful Belmont Park to watch and wager on what is normally the third jewel of the Triple Crown.

Belmont Park Race 10 {BELMONT STAKES~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

An excellent field of ten will go to the gate in this years Belmont Stakes. Raced at a shorter distance of 1.125 miles. During these strange times, it opens up as the first jewel of the Triple Crown. There is plenty of speed to keep the pace flowing. Speed numbers are fairly close among these lads. Half the field has already traveled this distance which sure makes for some potentially improved performances. Interestingly, four of the contestants come in off of two race win streaks. It should be a glorious race.

#8 Tiz the Law (M. Franco / Tagg) will go off as the overwhelming favorite. Deservedly so with the second highest last out speed number and four powerful peaking workouts. He has already won at this distance securing the highest speed number among this group for the distance. One of four coming in off a two race win streak he is 100% in the money from five career starts. A son of Constitution, he should set up a tracking pace and strike in the stretch.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#10 Pneumatic (Santana / Asmussen) should challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number and three superb peaking workouts. He will be stretching out to the distance with a 100% in the money record from three career starts. A son of Uncle Mo, he should be close to the pace and make his move heading into the stretch.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#4 Modernist (Alvarado / Mott) will contend with the fourth highest speed number at the distance, having secured two wins at same. He comes out of a longer route with four exceptional workouts. This guy has the tactical speed to feel out the pace and enjoin the battle. Another son of Uncle Mo, he sports an 80% in the money record from five career starts.
$1 SHOW.

#2 Sole Volante (Panici / Biancone) is another that challenge with the third highest last out speed number and two stamina producing workouts. He will stretch out to this distance. This guy is 100% in the money from six career starts. A son of Karakronite [JPN], he should be tracking and closing gallantly.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#8 Tiz the Law //  #10 Pneumatic,  #4 Modernist,  #2 Sole Volante.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#8 Tiz the Law  +  #10 Pneumatic  +  #4 Modernist  +  #2 Sole Volante.




Furlong Friday Results
Belmont Park R9.  Sir Cat Stakes. Our pick, Turned Aside, finished 2nd for show money of $6.45.
We captured only two on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box play. Superfecta went 2-5-3-1.
Bankroll dips a little to $164.93.

Stakes Saturday in Louisville

On this Stakes Saturday we look in on what should be an amazing Turf race down in Louisville, Kentucky.

Churchill Downs Race 11 {Louisville~G3~1 1/2 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A great crew of marathon Turfers will gate up in this annual contest. It comes up a little light on speed though there are a few that will be forwardly placed to drive the pace. Speed numbers are fairly close. Only three have not traveled this distance. It should be a terrific race.

#5 Arklow (Geroux / B. Cox) comes in off a modest layoff ready for battle. He shows the highest (tie) last out speed number and four sound workouts. This lad also holds the highest speed number at the distance while holding a 57% in the money record from seven runs at the same. A millionaire son of Arch, he should be tracking the pace ready to strike.
$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Tiz a Slam (Gaffalione / Attfield) should challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number and four high octane peaking workouts. This guy holds the second highest speed number at the distance along with four wins from nine attempts. He could take the lead from the outset. A son of Tiznow, he has the highest amount of wins. at nine, among this crew.
$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#10 Fearsome [GB] (Graham / Murphy) comes in off a longer layoff with two last out in the money performances. His last race was at a longer distance and he has put in four strong workouts in the last thirty days, He has also recorded a win at this distance in his only effort at it. A son of Makfi [GB], he should be tracking the pace.
$2 SHOW.

#12 Admission Office (Leparoux / Lynch) will contend with the second highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. This lad loves the surface and the Churchill track. He is another that will be tracking the pace. A son of Point of Entry, he is 77% in the money from thirteen career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#5 Arklow  //  #6 Tiz a Slam,  #10 Fearsome [GB],  #12 Admission Office.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Arklow  +  #6 Tiz a Slam  +  #10 Fearsome [GB]  +  #12 Admission Office.



Last Superfecta Sunday (6/7) Results
Belmont Park R9.  First Defence Stakes.  We were off by two in our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort. Superfecta went 14-12-1-7.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Flavius, finished 3rd for show money of $2.20.
Bankroll gets docked a buck to settle at $180.58.

Stakes Saturday at Santa Anita

On this Stakes Saturday we take a look at a KD 146 points race at the "Great Race Place".

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

A good crew of seven will go to the gate in this annual graded stakes race. There is enough speed to push the pace. Speed numbers are fairly close making it somewhat competitive. One maiden makes an appearance. Of the field there are five Triple Crown Nominee entrants. It should be a great race as we get closer to the 2020 Kentucky Derby on the first Saturday in September.

#6 Honor A.P. (M. Smith / Shirreffs) is geared up for a supreme run. He holds the second highest last out speed number and four high-powered workouts. This guy will be stretching out to the distance with a 100% in the money record from three career starts. A son of Honor Code, he has the tactical speed to stay in the race from the start.
$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Authentic (Van Dyke / Baffert) will go off as the deserved favorite with an undefeated record from three career starts. He holds the highest last out speed number and four stamina raising workouts. He is another that will be stretching out. A son of Into Mischief, he should be part of the speed contingent.
$2 SHOW.

#5 Azul Coast (Rispoli / Baffert) should show continued improvement having hit the board in his last three and put in four strong peaking workouts. This lad is 100% in the money from three career starts. He has notched a win at this distance. A son of Super Saver, he should be tracking the pace ready to strike.
$2 SHOW.

#4 Anneau d'Or (V. Espinoza / Wright) might be sitting on a good race with a decent last out speed number and two superb workouts. He has tried this distance twice, but finished off the board. A son of Medaglia d'Oro, he is another that will be tracking the pace.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#6 Honor A.P.  //  #7 Authentic,  #5 Azul Coast, #4 Anneau d'Or.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#6 Honor A.P.  +  #7 Authentic  +  #5 Azul Coast  +  #4 Anneau d'Or.




Furlong Friday Results
Belmont Park R9.  Harmony Lodge Stakes.  Our first pick, Mother Mother, finished 4th.  Our second pick, Royal Charlotte, finished 2nd for show money of $1.40. Our third pick, Chalon, was scratched.
Due to the scratch we scuttled our 10 CENT Superfecta Box play. Superfecta went 3-4-10-9.
Bankroll dips to $179.38.

Stakes Saturday at the Home of KD146

A pleasant Stakes Saturday where we look in on a high quality Stakes race under the Twin Spires where KD146 will be held on the first Saturday in September.

Churchill Downs Race 7 {Winning Colors Stakes~6 Furlongs~4 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}

A quality field of eight will go to the gate in this features Stakes race. There is plenty of speed to give this one some oomph. Speed numbers are very close making it competitive. Only a couple have yet to run over the Churchill dirt. It should be one of the best races on a very good card.

#7 Spiced Perfection (Castellano / M. Casse) comes in off a modest layoff with a sound speed number and four strong workouts. She is a 100% winner in her three starts at this distance and holds the third highest (tie) speed number at same. A daughter of Smiling Tiger, she should be tracking the pace closely ready to spring into the stretch.
$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Mia Mischief (Santana / Asmussen) should go off as the favorite and is the one to beat. She holds the highest last out speed number and three mighty peaking workouts. This gal is 92% in the money at the distance and holds the highest speed number at same. A daughter of Into Mischief, she should be forwardly placed and get first jump on the leaders.
$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Break Even (Rosario / B. Cox) will challenge with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and four hearty workouts. She is 100% in the money at the distance from five starts and holds the second highest speed number at same. A daughter of Country Day, she should be part of the pace scenario.
$2 SHOW.

#1 Sneaking Out (J. Ortiz / Hollendorfer) should contend with the third highest last out speed number and three dynamite workouts. She shares that third highest speed number at the distance and holds two wins from two starts at it. A daughter of Indian Evening, she should be part of the speed contingent.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#7 Spiced Perfection //  #8 Mia Mischief,  #2 Break Even,  #1 Sneaking Out.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#7 Spiced Perfection  +  #8 Mia Mischief  +  #2 Break Even  +  #1 Sneaking Out.




Last Superfecta Sunday (5/24) Results
Santa Anita Park R8.  Optional Claiming. We cashed our 10 CENT Superfecta Box earning $67.48.
Superfecta went 6-8-2-1.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Border Town, won for show money of $3.40.
Bankroll balloons to $199.58.

Superfecta Sunday near the San Gabriels

On this Superfecta Sunday we look in on that famous track with the San Gabriel Mountains as a backdrop. We take a shot at a splendid mile Turf race.

Santa Anita Park Race 8 {1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Optional Claiming}

A smashing group of nine will journey onto the Turf in this featured race. There is some speed and forwardly placed types to push the pace. Speed numbers are very, very close making it a extremely competitive race. Our task is to incubate a winning 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket. It should be a fantastic race.

#6 Border Town (Prat / Mandella) looks like her might have the advantage with the second highest last out speed number at  a longer route and five superlative peaking workouts. This guy loves the surface, distance, and Santa Anita course. A son of War Front, he will be tracking the pace ready to strike. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$2 SHOW.

#8 Mountain Spirit (Rispoli / Mullins) should challenge with the third highest last out speed number at a longer route and four hearty workouts. He is a consistent sort that should show improvement moving forward. A son of Point of Entry, he is another that should be tracking the pace.

#2 Southern King (I Ortiz / Miller) should contend with  a couple of decent last out speed numbers and three robust peaking workouts. This guy is yet another that will be tracking the pace. A son of Animal Kingdom, he is 61% in the money from thirteen starts.

#1 Madman (M. Smith / Baltas) could go off as the favorite with the highest last out speed number and four strong workouts. He is another that loves the surface, distance, and course. A son of Violence, he could be forwardly placed for an advantageous positon turning into the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#6 Border Town  +  #8 Mountain Spirit  +  #2 Southern King  +  #1 Madman.

Stakes Saturday Results

 Churchill Downs R10.  Matt Winn Stakes--G3.  Our first pick, Maxfield, won (1st) for win money of $4.60, place money of $5.70, and show money of $7.00.  Our second pick, Ny Traffic, finished 2nd for place money of $4.40 and show money of $4.50.  Our third pick, Pneumatic, finished 3rd for show money of $2.80.  Our fourth pick, Attachement Rate, finish 4th to create a cold Superfecta.

We cashed on our $1 Saturday Exacta Wheel earning $12.60.

We also cashed on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket earning $17.05. Superfecta went 10-6-2-11.

Bankroll gets stronger settling at $133.10.

Santa Anita Park is back in Action

As horse racing begins to make its triumphant return during this worldwide pandemic, it should lead the way for all sports to get back to the new normal. We are thankful that Santa Anita is back in action as we look in on a good stakes race at that beautiful facility.

Santa Anita Park Race 6 {Echo Eddie Stakes~6 Furlongs~3 year-old~CA~Stakes}

A great field of eight will step into the gate in this annual contest. One filly makes an appearance and one Triple Crown Nominee will enter into the battle. All are coming off layoffs as the Santa Anita season re-starts. There is a plethora of speed which should create a hot pace. Speed numbers are fairly close. It should be an excellent race to watch and wager.

#9 Phantom Boss (Van Dyke / Periban) might be the one to beat, despite the extended layoff. He holds the second highest speed number over the Santa Anita track and has put in two fierce stamina elevating workouts. He is the aforementioned Triple Crown Nominee in the race. A son of Shackleford, he should be forwardly placed right off the leaders driving for the score.
$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Club Aspen (Valez / Lewis) should challenge as he takes up a closely tracking position. He holds the second highest last out speed number at a route distance and four exceptional workouts. This guy has gone this distance more than any other opponent, hitting the board 66% of the time. A son of Clubhouse Ride, he has two career wins to his credit from nine career starts.
$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Big Sweep (Prat / Glatt) is the lone filly in the race. She holds the highest last out speed number in her maiden race. This gal has put in four strong peaking workouts in preparation. Her win came over the Santa Anita track. A daughter of Mr. Big, she should be part of the speed contingent on the front end.
$2 SHOW.

#7 Bettor Trip Nick (Rispoli / Della) should challenge with the second highest speed number at the distance and four favorable workouts. He is another that will be part of the speed faction up front. This lad is 100% in the money from six career starts. A son of Boat Trip, he holds the most wins, at four, among this field.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#9 Phantom Boss //  #5 Club Aspen,  #8 Big Sweep,  #7 Bettor Trip Nick.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($.240)

#9 Phantom Boss  +  #5 Club Aspen  +  #8 Big Sweep  +  #7 Bettor Trip Nick.




Last Superfecta Sunday (5/10) Results
Gulfstream Park R6.  Maiden Special Weight.  We missed out on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box play hitting only two of the four required to cash the ticket. Superfecta went 4-6-3-1.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Carolina Beast, finished 8th (last).
Bankroll gets smacked dipping to $110.33.

Stakes Saturday in Sunny Florida

On this Stakes Saturday we look in on Sunny South Florida and a fantastic Turf race.

Gulfstream Park Race 9 {Sunshine Forever Stakes~1 1/16 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Stakes}

A reduced field of nine will hit the grass in this featured race. It comes up a little light on speed. Speed figs are fairly close which makes it a very competitive event. All of these lads have covered this distance magnificently in their careers. It should be an excellent race on a tremendous Saturday card at awesome Gulfstream Park.

#4 Aquaphobia (I. Ortiz / Maker) should run a very good race with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer Turf route and two superb workouts. This guy loves the Turf, distance, and course. He is 80% in the money at this distance holding the second highest number at the distance. A son of Giant's Causeway, he should be tracking the pace closely ready to strike.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Halladay (L. Saez / Pletcher) should be motoring on the front end with the potential to wire the field. He holds the second highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. This guy is 75% in the money at the distance. A son of War Front, he has won both of his races over the Gulfstream course.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#11 Admission Office (Rosario / Lynch) will challenge with the highest last out speed number at a longer route and four fierce workouts including two bullets. He holds the highest speed number at the distance while holding a 100% in the money record from three tries. A son of Point of Entry, he should be closing swiftly.
$1 SHOW.

#9 Social Paranoia (Zayas / Pletcher) comes in off a win streak of two. He holds the third highest last out speed number and three hearty workouts. This guy is another that is 100% in the money record at the distance from four efforts. A son of Street Boss, he should find himself in a good tracking position ready to close.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#4 Aquaphobia //  #6 Halladay,  #11 Admission Office.  #9 Social Paranoia.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Aquaphobia  +  #6 Halladay  +  #11 Admission Office  +  #9 Social Paranoia.



Last Stakes Saturday (5/1) Results
Oaklawn Park R13.  Arkansas Derby (Div. ii).  Our first pick, Storm the Court, finished 7th.  Our second pick, Silver Prospector, finished 8th.  Our third pick, Nadal, won (1st) for show money of $3.20.
We failed in our $1 Saturday Exacta wheel effort.
Superfecta went 5-4-1-10.
Bankroll gets ripped and tumbles to $110.27.

It's Derby Day. Arkansas Derby Day.

On the first Saturday in May, which would normally be the day of the Kentucky Derby, we look at division 2 of the Arkansas Derby. The race will be the lucky thirteenth.

Oaklawn Park Race 13 {Arkansas Derby (div. II)~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A very strong field of nine (after two scratches) will go to the gate in arguably the tougher of the two Arky Derby races. There is plenty of speed to carry a swift pace forward. Speed numbers are fairly close among this group. Interestingly, one millionaire is in the race. All but three will be stretching out in distance. This race should be the most exciting of the two Arkansas Derby divisions.

#3 Storm the Court (Prat / Eurton) might be the big surprise. He is last year's juvenile champ and looks to get back on track as the KD 146 trail changes. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and four superb peaking workouts. This lad is 66% in the money from six career starts. A millionaire son of Court Vision, he has the tactical speed to fit in nicely with whatever pace develops.
$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#7 Silver Prospector (Santana / Asmussen) should challenge despite having an average last out speed number, but throwing down three solid peaking workouts. This guy is 100% in the money over a dirt surface. A son of Declaration of War, he should settle into a nice tracking position ready to strike.
$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#5 Nadal (Rosario / Baffert) is the one to beat. He holds the second highest last out speed number and four high octane workouts. This lad has already won over the Oaklawn Park track. He should be part of the speed scenario on the front-end. A son of Blame, he has won all three of his three career races.
$2 SHOW.

#10 Farmington Road (Castellano / Pletcher) should contend with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and two sound workouts. This guy has already raced twice at this distance hitting the board once. He will be closing fiercely into a strong pace. A son of Quality Road, he is 60% in the money from five career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#3 Storm the Court //  #7 Silver Prospector,  #5 Nadal,  #10 Farmington Road.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Storm the Court  +  #7 Silver Prospector  +  #5 Nadal  +  #10 Farmington Road.




Last Superfecta Sunday (4/26) Results
Oaklawn Park R10.  Allowance.  We misfired on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort grabbing only two of the four wagering interests required for the win. Superfecta went 5-1-9-10.
Our Bronze horseshoe runner, Shilah Baby, finished 8th.
Bankroll takes another hit, dipping to 129.47.

Stakes Saturday in Florida

We hope you are staying safe and healthy during these challenging times. We are hopeful that horse racing will come back as more and more jurisdictions began to fight off this pandemic and open their economies to sports.

On this Stakes Saturday we take a look at a small stakes race down in usually sunny South Florida.

Gulfstream Park Race 9 {Unbridled Stakes~1 1/16~3 year-old~Stakes}

A small field of seven is signed up to go to the gate in this featured stakes race. There is some speed to create an honest pace. Only two in this field have gone this distance. Speed figures are fairly close among this crew. With Kentucky Derby 146 re-scheduled for the first Saturday in September, it is possible that these fellas might get onto the trail going forward.
It should be a very fine race.

#2 Americanus (Zayas / Hennig) looks to take another step forward as he stretches out to this distance. He has a 100% in the money record over the Gulfstream Track. This colt comes in with the fifth highest last out speed number and three hearty peaking workouts. A son of War Front, he should be tracking the pace closely looking to strike.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#4 Relentless Dancer (C. Landeros / Maker) will contend sharing the highest last out speed number and putting in four superb peaking workouts. He is one of two that have already raced at this distance. A son of Midshipman, he should be the leader of this pack and has the opportunity to wire the field.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#3 Dr. Post (I. Ortiz / Pletcher) looks to go off as the favorite in his third career start. He shows the fourth highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. This guy will be stretching out to this distance. A son of Quality Road, he should be tracking the main group ready to strike.
$1 SHOW.

#7 Attachment Rate (L. Saez / Romans) should challenge sharing the highest last out speed number and four strong workouts. He will be stretching out showing a 100% in the money record over the Gulfstream oval. A son of Hard Spun, he should be tracking the pace closely.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#2 Americanus  //  #4 Relentless Dancer,  #3 Dr. Post,  #7 Attachment Rate.

10 CENT Superfecta 

#2 Americanus  /  #4 Relentless Dancer  /  #3 Dr. Post,  #7 Attachement Rate  /  ALL.




Furlong Friday Results
Gulfstream Park R5.  Allowance. Our pick, Frenchmen Street, finished 5th.
We missed on the 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort catching only two of the four required.
Superfecta went 2-8-3-4.
Bankroll shows slippage again, dipping to $141.02.

Stakes Saturday at Oaklawn Park

Some great racing down in Hot Springs, Arkansas is on tap for our Stakes Saturday.

Oaklawn Park Race 10 {Apple Blossom Handicap~G1~1 1/16 mile~4 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

A fantastic field of fourteen will enter the gate in this annual high level stakes race. There is enough pace to maintain an honest pace. Speed numbers are very close for this group of stellar ladies. Four of these ladies are millionaires. This could be one of the best races during the month of April. 

#11 Serengeti Empress (Talamo / Amoss) is the one to beat with her speed on the front end. She holds the highest last out speed number and three robust workouts. This gal also holds the highest speed number at the distance. This millionaire daughter of Alternation, is 71% in the money from fourteen career starts.
$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#1 Ollie's Candy (Rosario / Sadler) will challenge with three very good last out speed numbers and three strong workouts. She holds the fourth highest speed number at the distance all the while hitting the board all three times she has run it. A daughter of Candy Ride [ARG], she should be tracking the pace closely ready to spring into the stretch.
$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#13 Lady Apple (Santana / Asmussen) has a strong chance to get her picture taken with the second highest (tie) speed number at the distance and three hearty peaking workouts. She loves the distance and the Oaklawn track. A millionaire daughter of Curlin, she is 69% in the money from thirteen starts. She should track the pace closely.
$2 PLACE.

#6 Street Band (Doyle / L. Jones) should contend with a quality last out speed number and two superb workouts. This gal holds the second highest speed number at the distance. She take up a nice tracking position. A millionaire daughter of Istan, she is 60% in the money from fifteen career starts.

#3 Awe Emma (Lanerie / D. Stewart) could outrun her odds with a decent last out speed number and one solid workout. She loves the Oaklawn track having secured all four of her career wins over it. A daughter of War Front, she has the tactical speed to make her way through any pace that develops.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($4.00)

#11 Serengeti Empress //  #1 Ollie's Candy,  #13 Lady Apple,  #6 Street Band,  #3 Awe Emma.

10 CENT Superfecta ($3.60)

#11 Serengeti Empress, #1 Ollie's Candy  /  #13 Lady Apple, #6 Street Band, #11, #1  /  #3 Awe Emma, #11, #1, #13, #6  /  #11, #1, #13, #6, #3.




Furlong Friday Results
Oaklawn Park R5.  Rainbow Miss Stakes.  Our pick, Proud Victoria, finished 4th.
We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box play hitting three of four needed. Superfecta went 8-2-5-6.
Bankroll continues its descent, settling at $159.52.



   

An Arky Stakes Saturday

A good day to watch and wager on horse racing as we all continue to be safe and secure against the COVID-19 pandemic.

Oaklawn Park Race 11 {Oaklawn Stakes~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Stakes}

While there are no KD 146 points available, this comes up as a very salty field of thirteen talented horses targeting that first Saturday in September as a race they wish to be in. All but two entrants are nominated to the Triple Crown. There is a good amount of speed to provide a decent spin around the track. Speed numbers are very close with only three having gone this distance already. It should be a very high quality race.

#4 Thousand Words (Talamo / Baffert) comes in from California to challenge this group. He holds the highest speed number (tie) over the dirt and three powerful peaking workouts. This lad should run close to the pace ready to break-away in the stretch. A son of Pioneer of the Nile, he has a 75% win rate from four career starts.
$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  / $5 SHOW.

#1 Basin (Geroux / Asmussen) will challenge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. This guy should track the pace closely ready to score. He has already hit the board at the Oaklawn trrack. A son of Liam's Map, he is 100% in the money from four starts.
$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Shoplifted (Santana / Asmussen) should contend with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and four hearty peaking workouts. With the right pace set-up he should come running in the stretch. A son of Into Mischief, he is 57% in the money from seven career starts.
$2 SHOW.

#9 Digital (B. Hernandez / Calhoun) will be in the mix sharing the fourth highest last out speed number and three mighty peaking workouts. This guy shows the second highest speed number at the distance. Another son of Into Mischief, he should be traveling close to pace with his 75% in the money record from four career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#4 Thousand Words  //  #1 Basin,  #6 Shoplifted,  #9 Digital.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Thousand Words  +  #1 Basin  +  #6 Shoplifted  +  #9 Digital.



Last Superfecta Sunday (4/5) Results
Oaklawn Park R8.  Allowance.  We missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort capturing only two of the four wagering interests required. Superfecta went 5-3-7-4.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Blue Moonrise, finished 5th.
Bankroll dives to $192.72.