Off to New York for Another KD 152 Prep Race

 Three KD 152 prep races take place today and we focus in on a very competitive one in New York.

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

A large field of twelve will go to the gate in this Kentucky Derby points race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This could be a more significant Derby prep race than in recent years. A nice full field should demonstrate the horse's capability with dealing with a large field like the Kentucky Derby. There is enough speed in the race to produce a very quick pace. Speed numbers are fairly close. Only four have competed at this distance. Five will try the Aqueduct track for the first time. All are very competent over dirt. It should be not only an exciting race, but a fantastic wagering race.

#12 Buetane (M. Garcia / Baffert) should improve after his troubled trip in the Virginia Derby. He comes in with a decent last out speed fig at this distance and two solid workouts. Look for him to track the pace closely. He holds the third highest overall speed number of this group. A son of Tiz the Law, he is 80% in the money from five starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#1 Napoleon Solo (P. Lopez / Summers) should battle on the front-end with a decent last out speed number and two dynamite workouts. He will stretch out to the distance and has a victory over the Aqueduct track. This son of Liam's Map, holds a 66% win rate from three starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Talk to Me Jimmy (R. Silvera / R. Rodriguez) comes in with a victory at this distance and the highest last out speed number and three stamina producing workouts. He should be part of the speed scenario. A son of Modernist, he is 100% in the money from three starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#13 Iron Honor (M. Franco / C. Brown) will be stretching out after winning his first two starts. He holds the third highest last out speed number and three sound workouts. Look for him to settle right in behind the speed. This guy is the morning line favorite. A son of Nyquist, he holds a 100%-win rate from those two starts.

#5 Ocelli (J Ramos / Beckman) has tripled up his speed fig numbers covering his last three races. Last out was a humbling performance in the Virginia Derby. He has put in two strong workouts in the last thirty days. This lad will be part of the small tracker pack as the field speed s for home. A son of Connect, he is 60% in the money from five starts.

#7 Albus (J. Torres / R. Mott) will stretch out while traveling close to the pace. He comes up from Tampa Bay Downs grabbing a win with a good last out speed number and three superb workouts. It will be his first attempt at the Aqueduct track. A son of Yaupon, he is 66% in the money from three starts.

Additional Horses with a Chance

#4 Steel (Civaci / W. Mott) son of Tapit holds the fourth highest last out speed number and a 100%-win rate from only start. Look for him to close into a swift pace.

#8 Courting (Carmouche / Pletcher) has four robust peaking workouts. Son of Curlin, will be part of the tracker pack holding a 25% win rate from four starts.

#9 Bravaro (E. Gonzalez / S.A. Joseph) will stretch out with two good workouts. Son of Upstart, is undefeated over the Aqueduct track. 75% itm from four starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($8.00)

#12 Buetane  ///  #1 Napoleon Solo,  #2 talk to Me Jimmy,  #13 Iron Honor,  #5 Ocelli,  #7 Albus,  #4 Steel,  #8 Courting,  #9 Bravaro.

Reverse the Wheel ($8.00)

#1,  #2,  #13,  #5,  #7,  #4,  #8,  #9  ///  #12 Buetane.

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

Let's do a Grade Two at Aqueduct

 On this Stakes Saturday we take in a fantastic grade two with 2026 Kentucky Derby points on the line.

Aqueduct Race 9 {Remsen Stakes~G2~1 1/8 mile~2 year-olds~Graded Stakes}

An extremely field of eleven will hit the dirt in this annual contest.

Past performances used:  Equibase.

All but one in this field will be stretching out to the distance. There is enough speed to produce an honest pace. Speed numbers are fairly close making it competitive race. Four will try the Aqueduct track for the first time. It should be a very exciting race.

#5 Chambersville (C. Elliott / McPeek) will be making a surface switch from Turf to dirt, but should handle it well. This lad should track the pace. He holds the highest last out speed number and four strong peaking workouts. A son of Twirling Candy, he is 66% in the money from three starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#2 Paladin (Prat / C. Brown) is the morning line favorite. He holds a good last out speed number and four consistent workouts. This guy will stretch out and try the Aqueduct track for the first time. He will be part of the tracker pack. A son of Gun Runner, he holds a 100% win rate in his only start.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Courting (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) could show speed on the front-end. He will be making his third start while stretching out. This guy won his last earning a good speed fig. Two fine workouts assist his efforts. A son of Curlin, he holds a 50% win rate from two starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 I Did I Did (Rosario / Maker) will stretch out with the second highest last out speed number and three superb workouts. It will be his first attempt over the Aqueduct track. This colt will track the pace closely and spring into the stretch. Another son of Curlin, he is 50% in the money from four starts.

#11 Talkin (Carmouche / Gargan) is another expected to race among the tracker pack. He holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number and three decent workouts. This guy exits a grade one event. A son of Good Magic, he is 100% in the money from two starts.

#10 Balboa (Santana / B. Russell) has the tactical speed to go with whatever pace develops. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and one solid workout. This guy makes the shift from sprint to route. A son of Not This Time, he is 60% in the money from five starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#5 Chambersville  ///  #2 Paladin,  #6 Courting,  #3 I Did I Did,  #11 Talkin,  #10 Balboa.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#2,  #6,  #3,  #11,  #10  ///  #5 Chambersville.

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

  

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!!!

 

Stakes Saturday in Gotham

 We go to New York for a Kentucky Derby points race at grand old Aqueduct.

Aqueduct Race 8 {Gotham Stakes~G3~1 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of eight will go to the gate in this annual Kentucky Derby points race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed in this one to create a fast pace. Four will be stretching out to this distance. Only four have raced over the Aqueduct track. Speed figs are fairly close even though most in here are lightly raced. Six entrants are Triple Crown nominees. It should be a fantastic race on a Stakes Saturday with a number of great races across the country.

#3 Calling Card (Carmouche / Maker) has been well prepped for this race coming off a longer route and putting in four superb works. He will track the pace and should benefit from a strong one. This guy loves the distance and the track. A son of Complexity, he is 60% in the money from five starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Sand Devil (Lezcano / L. Rice) is the morning line favorite with the highest last out speed number. He is the only one in the field to have a triple digit speed fig. This lad should be part of the speed scenario seeking his fourth win in a row. All his wins have come over the Aqueduct track. A son of Violence, he has a 100% win rate from three starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#4 Sacrosanct (Franco / B. Cox) will also be part of the speed on the front-end. He holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number and three solid workouts. This colt will be seeking his fifth win in a row. He is another with three wins over the Aqueduct track. A son of Honest Mischief, he holds a win rate of 100% from four starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Garamond (Castellano / C. Brown) will be making his second start holding the fourth highest last out speed number and putting in three skillful workouts. He should locate a spot right behind the pace ready to strike. This guy should benefit from the stretch-out. A son of Uncle Mo, he holds a 100% win rate from his only start.

#8 McAfee (L. Luzzi / R. Dutrow) will be making his third start after hitting the board in his first two starts at Churchill Downs. He is another tracking looking for a sizzling pace. This guy has already hit the board at this distance. A son of Cloud Computing, he is 100% in the money from two starts.

#10 My Mitole (L. Rivera / C. Martin) is coming in with two wins in a row at this distance over the Aqueduct track. This guy will track the pace closely and spring into the stretch. He holds a three-race progression of improving speed figs. A son of Mitole, he is 75% in the money from four starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#3 Calling Card  ///  #5 Sand Devil,  #4 Sacrosanct,  #9 Garamond,  #8 McAfee,  #10 My Mitole.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#5,  #4,  #9,  #8,  #10  ///  #3 Calling Card.

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

Let's Go Gotham

 As we move into the heart of the Kentucky Derby prep season, we turn to the city that never sleeps for a wonderful prep race.

Aqueduct Race 10 {Gotham Stakes~G3~1 mile~3 year-old~ Graded Stakes}

A fantastic field of thirteen will go to the gate with Kentucky Derby points on the line.

Past Performances used: Equibase.

Top flight trainers have a number in here. Brad Cox has four, Todd Pletcher has two, and Christophe Clement has two as well. There is plenty of speed dispersed throughout the field that should keep the pace flowing. Speed figs are fairly close with a couple holding triple digits. Almost half the field will be stretching out to this mile distance. The entire field are nominated to the Triple Crown. All are well prepped for improvement. It should be one of the best races on this Stakes Saturday.

#11 Lightline (R. Vazquez / B. Cox) has already hit the board in both of his starts at this distance. He has doubled up his speed figs in the last two. Three superb workouts add to his luster. This guy will track and close into a hot pace. A son of City of Light, he is 100% in the money from four starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  / $5 SHOW.

#7 El Grande O (Carmouche / L. Rice) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number at a longer route and one diligent workout. This lad should be part of the scenario. He loves this surface, distance, and track. A son of Take Charge Indy, he is 90% in the money from ten starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Maximus Meridius (M. Sanchez / R. Reid) will stretch out to this distance coming from Parx. He holds three progressive speed figs and two hearty peaking workouts. This colt can be expected to sit right behind the leaders ready to roll. A son of Maximus Mischief, he is 100% in the money from three starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#10 Just a Touch (Geroux / B. Cox) son of Justify, will make his second career start with the highest last out speed fig and three strong workouts. 100% itm. Speed.

#12 Slider (Lezcano / Sadler) California invader will stretch out with three powerful workouts. Son of Jimmy Creed, is 80% in the money from five starts. Shows speed.

#13 Capital Idea (McCarthy / Clement) holds fourth highest last out speed number and three solid workouts. Should track the pace closely. Hit the board in both starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#11 Lightline  //  #7 El Grande O,  #2 Maximus Meridius,  #10 Just a Tough,  #12 Slider,  #13 Capital Idea.

#7,  #2,  #10,  #12,  #13  //  #11 Lightline.

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

Superfecta Sunday in New York

 On this Superfecta Sunday there is not much on the Stakes docket, but we did find a nice little Turf race in New York named after one of the best Turfers.

Aqueduct Race 8 {Artie Schiller Stakes~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Stakes}

An excellent field of eight will hit the green in this annual event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Plenty of speedsters and forwardly placed types show up in this race. Speed numbers are very close which should produce a highly competitive race. Only two have not raced over the Aqueduct carpet. All show strong perfomance at this distance. It should be a very intriguing race.

#8 Masen [GB] (M. Franco / C. Brown) comes in from a graded two event up at Woodbine with three sound workouts. He should be forwardly placed battling on the front-end. He excels over the surface and at this distance. A son of Kingman [GB], he is 75% in the money from twelve starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Jerry the Nipper (J. Ortiz / Pletcher) is one of two entrants that have hit the board in his last three. He comes in with the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route and one sure workout. A son of Liam's Map, he is 88% in the money from eighteen starts.

#3 James Aloysius (D. Davis / Reynolds) enters with the second highest last out speed number at a longer route and two superb workouts. He should track the pace closely and strike in the stretch. A son of More Than Ready, he is 75% in the money from eight starts.

#6 Exact Estimate (I Ortiz / Pletcher) holds the highest last out speed number at a longer route and three solid workouts. He should track the pace closely. This guy won over the Aqueduct course in his only try. A son of Into Mischief, he is 72% in the money from seven starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Pioneering Spirit (J. Lezcano / L. Rice) was victorious in his last at longer route. He has put in one stout workout in the last thirty days. He will track the pace closely. A son of American Pharoah, he is 60% in the money from twenty starts.

#4 Big Everest [GB] (Rosario / Clement) is undefeated over the Aqueduct course in three tries. He loves the surface, distance, and course. He should be the speed of the field. A son of The Gurkha [GB], he is 64% in the money from fourteen starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#8 Masen [GB]  +  #5 Jerry The Nipper  +  #3 James Aloysius  +  #6 Exact Estimate.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.00)

#8 Masen [GB]  /  #5 Jerry The Nipper,  #3 James Aloysius,  /  #5,  #3,  #6 Exact Estimate,  #1 Pioneering Spirit,  #4 Big Everest [GB]  /  ALL.

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

Let's Go Long on the Turf for Stakes Saturday

 On this Thanksgiving weekend Stakes Saturday we go long on the Turf up in New York.

Aqueduct Race 9 {Long Island Stakes~G3~1 1/2 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

A very nice field of eight ladies will hit the green in this graded stakes race.

Past Performances used: Time Form US.

There is some speed which should keep an honest pace on the front end. Speed figs are fairly close. It could be any of these gals race to win as they turn for home. It should be a excellent race to wager and watch.

#2 Orglandes [FR] (Cancel / C. Brown) should take another step forward as she tracks the pace. She holds the third highest speed at this distance and has put in two solid workouts in preparation. A daughter of Le Havre [IRE], she is 78% in the money from fourteen career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#4 La Dragontea [GB] (Castellano / Clement) should contend with the highest last out speed number and one sound workout. She will be stretching out to this distance. Look for her to race close to the pace. A daughter of Lope de Vega [IRE], she is 61% in the money from thirteen starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#7 Mutamakina [GB] (D. Davis / Clement) should be in the thick of it with the second highest last out speed number and three strong workouts. She will be seeking her third win in a row as she runs forwardly placed. A daughter of Nathaniel [IRE], she is 68% in the money from sixteen career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#3 Harajuku [IRE] (Alvarado / Motion) will also be stretching out with three superb last out speed figs and three strength inducing workouts. This gal will be closing swiftly as they turn for home. A daughter of Deep Impact [JPN], she will be dropping in from a slightly tougher race with a 45% in the money record from eleven career starts.

$1 SHOW.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($4.00)

#2 Orglandes [FR]  ///  #4 La Dragontea [GB],  #7 Mutamakina [GB],  #3 Harajuku [IRE],  #8 Sorrel [IRE] (M. Franco / Clement).

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Orglandes [FR]  +  #4 La Dragontea [GB]  +  #7 Mutamakina [GB]  +  #3 Harajuku [IRE].

Enjoy the Thanksgiving Weekend races.

Best of luck with all of your plays.

Superfecta Sunday at the Big "A"

 We get our fix of Turf action from the borough of Queens as we look in on an excellent stakes race at the "Big A".

Aqueduct Race 8 {Winter Memories Stakes~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Fillies~Stakes}

A reduced field of eleven will hit the green in this annual stakes contest.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This contest comes up light on speed. There are three forwardly placed types that could take the lead by default. Nonetheless there will be a group quickening when the field turns for home. Speed numbers are fairly close making it a competitive contest. The Turf is rated as good. It should be a fantastic race.

#3 Plum Ali (M. Franco / Clement) will be dropping in class and distance for this race. She holds the fourth highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. She will be part of the tracking crew as they spin around the Turf course. A daughter of First Samurai, she has notched two wins at the distance and is 50% in the money from ten career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#11 Runaway Rumour (J. Lezcano / Abreu) should challenge with the third highest last out speed number at a longer route and one sound workout. She also holds the second highest speed number at the distance. Another that will be part of the tracking / closing crew. A daughter of Flintshire [GB], she is 85% in the money from even career starts.

#1 Quinevere [GER] (Carmouche / Atras) looks to continue to improve her speed numbers in every outing. She has hit the board at the distance. This gal comes in from California to test her mettle amongst these East coast Turf specialists. She has put in two good workouts during a short layoff. A daughter of Lord of England [GER], she is 50% in the money from six career starts.

#12 Flown (J. Ortiz / Walsh) is the only one to hit the board at this distance three times from three tries. She is yet another that will run in the tracker / closer herd. This gal has put in three dynamite workouts in preparation. Prior to a modest layoff she ran third in a longer grade three route. A daughter of Kitten's Joy, she is 87% in the money from eight career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Plum Ali  +  #11 Runaway Rumour  +  #1 Quinevere [GER]  +  #12 Flown.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($3.20)

#3 Plum Ali  /  #11 Runaway Rumour  /  #1 Quinevere [GER],  #12 Flown,  #4 Gam's Mission,  #7 Miss Dracary's  /  ALL.

Best of Luck to you with all of your picks.

  

Stakes Saturday in NOLA

 The road to this year's Kentucky Derby begins in earnest down in New Orleans, Louisiana as we take in a key race along the Derby trail on this Stakes Saturday.

Fair Grounds Racecourse Race 13 {LeComte~G3~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

Kentucky Derby points are on the line as a reduced field of eight go to the gate in this annual event.

Past Performances used:  Drf Classic.

This field contains significant speed and forwardly placed types to insure a very fast pace. Speed numbers are extremely close among these Derby aspirants. Two have raced over the Fair Grounds track. The rest will be racing over the track for the first time. It should be an exceptionally good race.

#1 Midnight Bourbon (Santana / Asmussen) will be stretching out to this distance with the third highest (3-way tie) last out speed number and three strong workouts. This colt should be tracking the pace very closely ready to strike in the stretch. A son of Tiznow, he is 75% in the money from four career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#10 Mandaloun (Geroux / B. Cox) will also be stretching out in his third career start. He holds the highest last out speed number and four serious peaking workouts. This guy should track the pace and explode into the stretch. A son of Into Mischief, he holds a 100% win record in his two career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#4 Proxy (Murrill / Stidham) already has two wins from two starts at this distance. He comes in  sharing the third highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. He should be should be part of the speed congregation that makes up the bulk of this field. A son of Tapit, he is 100% in the money from three career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#6 Game Day Play (G. Saez / Calhoun) is yet another that will be stretching out to this distance. His last three races have been respectable and he has put in three powerful workouts prepping for this race. Look for him to race close to the pace. A son of Violence, he holds a 50% win rate from four career starts.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Arabian Prince (B. Hernandez / D. Stewart) and #7 Santa Cruiser (Graham / Desormeaux) have to be considered for any exotic wagers. Their connections are significant players along the long Derby trail.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#1 Midnight Bourbon  //  #10 Mandaloun,  #4 Proxy,  #6 Game Day Play,  #2 Arabian Prince, #7 Santa Cruiser.

Last Superfecta Sunday (1/10) Results

Aqueduct R8.  Rego Park Stakes.  We completely fumbled our 10 CENT Superfecta play scoring only one of the four wagering interests required to cash. Superfecta went 8-6-7-3.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Windy Nations, finished 5th.

Bankroll takes a plunge to $24.92.

"A" Superfecta Sunday

 A New York kind of Superfecta Sunday as we take in a nice stakes race.

Aqueduct Race 8 {Rego Park Stakes~6 1/2 Furlongs~3 year-old~NY~Stakes}

A very good field of eight will go to the gate.

Past performances used:  DRF Formulator.

It shapes up to be a battle between trainer, Todd Pletcher and Michael Maker as each have three entrants. Plenty of speed should insure a swift pace. Speed numbers for these lads are very close making it any horse's race. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket. It should be a mighty fine race.

#5 Windy Nations (McCarthy / Maker) might benefit from a heated pace. This fella holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer sprint and three hearty workouts. A son of Soaring Empire, he is 50% in the money from four career starts. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$1 SHOW.

#8 Perfect Munnings (M. Franco / Pletcher) will be making the switch from turf to dirt after winning his maiden outing. He should be forwardly placed among the crowd. This guy holds the highest (tie) last out speed number and three sound workouts. A son of Munnings, he should make another step forward.

#4 Blue Gator (Carmouche / Maker) shares the second highest last out speed number and has put in two superb workouts leading up to this event. Look for him to be in the pack of forwardly placed. A son of Liam's Map, he is 100% in the money from three career starts.

#2 New York One (Decario / Chapman) is another one dropping slightly down in distance with one solid workout. This guy should be racing close to the presser pack. A son of Big Brown, he is 50% in the money from six career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Windy Nations  +  #8 Perfect Munnings  +  #4 Blue Gator  +  #2 New York One.

Stakes Saturday Results

Gulfstream Park R10.  Tropical Turf Stakes--G3.  Our first pick, Doctor Mounty, finished 6th.  Our second pick, Frostmourne, finished 3rd for show money of $3.20.  Our third pick, Ride a Comet, won (1st) for show money of $2.80.  Our fourth pick, Casa Creed, finished 2nd for show money of $1.30.

We failed to cash our Exacta Wheel ticket. Superfecta went 3-2-5-8.

Bankroll sputters to $28.32.

 

Stakes Saturday Down in NOLA

 On this Stakes Saturday we take a look at a fine Turf sprint stakes down in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Fair Grounds Race 9 {Pan Zareta Stakes~5 1/2 Furlongs~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}

A nice field of twelve ladies will race on the green in this annual affair.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Only half the field has raced over the Fair Grounds Race Course. There is a plethora of speed as one would expect in these Turf sprints down in NOLA. Speed numbers are very close making it quite a competitive race. Most of these ladies will be firing fresh with a couple of them coming off extended layoffs. It should be a very exciting race.

#4 Play On (S. Bridgmohan / B. Cox) is coming off an extended layoff with the highest (tie) last out speed number and three stellar workouts. This gal loves the surface, distance, and Fair Grounds course. She should be forwardly placed among the speedsters. A daughter of Country Day, she is 63% in the money from eleven career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#11 Into Mystic (Santana / B. Walsh) is likely to go off as the favorite sharing the highest last out speed number and putting in a sound workout. She should position just off the pack of pace leaders ready to strike. This will be her first outing over the Fair Grounds course. A daughter of Into Mischief, she is 66% in the money from fifteen career starts. 

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#10 A Bit of Both (Geroux / Maker) will challenge with the fourth highest speed number at the distance all the while hitting the board all five times having run this distance. She comes in off two wins in a row. Expect her to be part of the speedster crew up front. A daughter of Paynter, she is 80% in the money from fifteen career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#13 Sterling Miss (Gilligan / S. Wilson) draws into the race off an extended layoff. This gal has the fourth highest speed number over the surface. She comes in with three hearty workouts. Expect her to be closing fiercely into a sizzling pace. A daughter of Mutadda, she is 66% in the money from twenty-one career starts.

$1 SHOW.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#4 Play On  //  #11 Into Mystic,  #10 A Bit of Both,  #13 Sterling Miss.

10 CENT Superfecta ($1.80)

#4 Play On  /  #11 Into Mystic  /  #10 A Bit of Both,  #13 Sterling Miss  /  ALL.

Last Superfecta Sunday (11/29) Results

Aqueduct R8.  Fall Highweight Handicap--G3.  We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort catching three of the four wagering interests required to cash. Superfecta went 5-6-4-7. Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Stan the Man, finished 2nd for show money of $1.35.

Bankroll gets nipped and dips to $22.82.

A New Yorkish Superfecta Sunday

 We take in a nice graded stakes sprint on this Superfecta Sunday.

Aqueduct Race 8 {Fall Highweight Handicap~G3~6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A short field of seven will enter the gate in this annual contest.

Past Performances used:  DRF Classic.

A good field of sprinters will line up and dash to the wire. Beyer speed figs are fairly close for this bunch. Speed appears to be to the outside and comprises nearly half the field. All are largely successful in their racing career. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket. It should be a great race, one of many on the Aqueduct card.

#6 Stan the Man (Cancel / Terranova) might have a slight edge with the third highest last out speed number and three hearty workouts. This lad has the tactical speed to see what kind of pace develops and go with it. A son of Broken Vow, he is 68% in the money from twenty-five career starts. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$1 SHOW.

#5 Share the Ride (J. Ortiz / Arriaga) might go off as the prohibitive favorite with the highest last out speed number as well as the highest speed number at this distance. He is another with tactical speed. A son of Fed Biz, he is 73% in the money from nineteen career starts.

#2 Drafted (D. Davis / Duggan) comes in off an extended layoff after having been competing in the Middle-East for much of his career. He has prepped with four superb workouts over the last thirty days. He should track and close into a speedy pace. A son of Field Commission, he is 50% in the money from sixteen career starts.

#7 Tribecca (Carmouche / C. Englehart) should challenge with a couple of good last out speed numbers and two solid workouts. He should show speed and set the pace. A son of Bustin Stones, he is 58% in the money from thirty-nine career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#6 Stan the Man  +  #5 Share the Ride  +  #2 Drafted  +  #7 Tribecca.

Stakes Saturday Results

Churchill Downs R11.  Kentucky Jockey Club--G2.  Our first pick, Keepmeinmind,  won (1st) for win money of $6.00 and show money of $3.90.  Our second pick, Swill, finished 4th.  Our third pick, Oncoming Train, finished 7th.

We were successful in our Exacta Wheel effort by having the winner and our fourth pick Smiley Sobotka, earning $11.00.  Superfecta went 4-1A-3-2.

Bankroll realizes a little uptick to settle at $24.87.

Stakes Saturday in Kentucky

 On this Stakes Saturday we take in a nice dirt mile race under the Twin Spires.

Churchill Downs Race 9 {Chilukki Stakes~G3~1 mile~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

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

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is a good amount of speed couple with forwardly placed types to carry the pace well. Speed numbers are fairly close making it competitive. It should be one of the better Stakes races on the day. 

#5 Gold Standard (Geroux / B. Cox) looks ready to roll with a couple of good last out speed numbers and two solid peaking workouts. This gal hold the highest (tie) speed number at the distance. She should battle with the forwardly placed crew. A daughter of Medaglia d'Oro, she is 80% in the money from ten career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#4 Whoa Nellie (Rocco / L. Jones) comes off an extended layoff with the fourth highest last out speed number and four superb peaking workouts. She is another that should race close to the pace. Sharing the highest speed number at the distance, this gal loves the surface and the Churchill track. A daughter of Orb, she is 90% in the money from ten career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#8 Unique Factor (Lanerie / Miller) will be looking for a hot pace with a couple of excellent last out speed numbers and two bullet workouts. She sports the third highest speed number over the surface. A daughter of The Factor, she is 61% in the money from twenty-one career starts. She should be in the mix coming into the stretch.

$2 SHOW.

#9 Sanenus [CHI] (Bejarano / McCarthy) holds a couple of very good last out speed numbers after having raced in her native Chile. This gal comes in rested and ready with four hearty workouts. She is another tracker that will looking for a pace to run into. A daughter of Scat Daddy, she is 70% in the money from ten career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#5 Gold Standard ///  #4 Whoa Nellie,  #8 Unique Factor, #9 Sanenus [CHI].

Last Superfecta Sunday (11/15) Results

Aqueduct R9. Winter Memories Stakes.  We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort capturing three of the four wagering interests needed to cash. Superfecta went 5-6-3-1.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Vigilante's Way, finished 3rd for show money of $3.10.

Bankroll sheds some coin to settle at $14.77. We will supplement with a Lincoln for today's race. 

Superfecta Sunday at the "Big A"

 Let's get some Turf action on our Superfecta Sunday.

Aqueduct Race 9 {Winter Memories Stakes~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Fillies~Stakes}

A talented field of seven fillies will hit the good green.

Past Performances used:  TimeFormUS.

This nice field of fillies will have some speed to keep an honest pace. Speed figures are very close making it any of these gals race. Only one, Speaktomeofsummer, has raced over the Aqueduct course. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket. It should be an excellent race.

#3 Vigilantes Way (J. Velazquez / McGaughey) might have the edge with the highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. She already has a win at this distance. Expect her to be forwardly placed ready to jump into the straight-away fray. A daughter of Medaglia d'Oro, she is 83% in the money from six career starts. This gal is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$2 SHOW.

#1 Speaktomeofsummer (Rosario / Clement) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number and three hearty workouts. She has already won over the Aqueduct course. Expect her to track and close swiftly seeking to score. A daughter of Summer Front, she is 57% in the money from seven career starts.

#5 Duopoly (I. Ortiz / C. Brown) could go off as the favorite with the highest overall speed number, the third highest last out speed number, and two solid workouts. She has two victories at this distance. A daughter of Animal Kingdom, she should be part of the pace scenario.

#2 Selflessly (Castellano / C. Brown) will provide a fierce challenge with two high octane last out speed numbers and two sweet workouts. She is another that has secured a victory at this distance. Look for her to track the pace and strike in the stretch. A daughter of More Than Ready, she is 50% in the money from six career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Vigilantes Way  +  #1 Speaktomeofsummer  +  #5 Duopoly  +  #2 Selflessly.

Stakes Saturday Results

Churchill Downs R10.  Mrs. Revere Stakes--G2.  Our first pick, Stunning Sky, finished 4th.  Our second pick, Princess Grace, won (1st) for show money of $3.00.  Our third pick, Witez, finished 5th.

We did not capture the Exacta. Superfecta went 4-6-5-3.

Bankroll gets a head kick and falls to $16.07.

Moving to the Dirt for Stakes Saturday

 We had hoped for a nice Turf contest on this Stakes Saturday, but it moves to the dirt down in Kentucky.

Churchill Downs Race 10 {Mrs. Revere Stakes~G2~1 1/16 mile~OFF Turf~3 year-old Up~Fillies~Graded Stakes}

A field of six will go to the gate in this annual affair.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is some speed to maintain an honest pace. Speed numbers are fairly close among the top contenders. All have gone this distance. It should be an interesting race. Probably won't be much value in the wagering.

#3 Stunning Sky (Santana / Maker) shows the highest (tie) last out speed number and two solid workouts. She is a consistent type that should track the pace to her benefit. This gal has already has a win to her credit over the dirt. A daughter of Declaration of War, she is 54% in the money from eleven career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#4 Princess Grace (Geroux / Stidham) will challenge sharing the highest last out speed number and putting together two sound workouts. She should run closer to the pace. A daughter of Karakonite [JPN], she is 100% in the money from three career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#7 Witez (Leparoux / Wilkes) should contend with the third highest last out speed number and two strong workouts. She should be tracking the pace looking to strike. A daughter of More Than Ready, she is 63% in the money from eleven career starts.

$2 SHOW.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#3 Stunning Sky  //  ALL.

Last Superfecta Sunday (11/8) Results

Aqueduct R9.  Nashua Stakes--G3.  We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort grabbing three of the four wagering interests required to cash. Superfecta went 4-1-5-2.

Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Pickin' Time, won (1st) for show money of $1.85.

Bankroll takes a small hit to settle at $27.07.

A "Big A" Superfecta Sunday

 As we move through November it seems the fields tend to thin out a bit. On this Superfecta Sunday we take in a Grade three event for the youngsters.

Aqueduct Race 9 {Nashua Stakes~G3~1 mile~2 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A good field of seven hearty youngsters will battle in this mile race.

Past Performances used:  DRF Formulator.

The field is evenly divided among the forwardly placed types and those that are beginning to a develop an off the pace style of running. Given that, it should be an honest pace. Speed numbers are fairly close for a bunch with few races to their credit. All will look to improve. None have raced at Aqueduct yet. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket. It should be a fine race.

#4 Pickin' Time (McCarthy / Breen) could have the benefit of more experience having completed four races already. He shows the third highest last out speed number and one solid workout heading into the race. Look for him to track close to the pace ready to strike. This guy is one of three who have already gone this distance. A son of Stay Thirsty, he is 75% in the money from four career starts. This colt is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$1 SHOW.

#1 Ten for Ten (Cancel / McGaughey) should go off as the favorite having hit the board in both of his starts. He holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route and three hearty workouts. He could show early speed in this race. A son of Frosted, he is 100% in the money from two career starts.

#6 Civil War (Juarez / Albertrani) is coming out of a grade one race at Belmont Park. His speed numbers are improving and he has put in two robust workouts. Look for him to close swiftly coming around the turn. A son of Bodemeister, he is 50% in the money from two career starts.

#5 Isolate (Torres / Ritvo) should challenge with the highest last out speed number and three dynamite, peaking workouts. This guy is another that could should speed from the gate. He comes into this race having won both of his starts. A son of Mark Valeski, he will be stretching out to this distance.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

 #4 Pickin' Time  +  #1 Ten for Ten  +  #6 Civil War  +  #5 Isolate.

Last Superfecta Sunday (11/1) Results

Woodbine R8.  Coronation Futurity.  We missed on our 20 CENT Superfecta Box effort hitting only two of the four required to cash. Superfecta went 8-2-4-1.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, British Royalty, finished 5th.

Bankroll takes a dive to $28.62.

A Risen Star Stakes Saturday

On this Stakes Saturday we take a look at a great Stakes race down in NOLA.

Fair Grounds Race 12 {Risen Star~G2~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A marvelous field of eleven will go to the gate in this first flight of the Risen Star.  Derby points are on the line and a number in here have the chance to move forward along the Kentucky Derby trail. Their is sufficient speed to carry the pace forward. Speed numbers are fairly close among these still developing three year-olds. This should be a very exciting race.

#2 Silver State (Santana / Asmussen) might have the edge with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and two superb peaking workouts. This lad is 100% in the money from his three career starts. He will be stretching out slightly for this race. A son of Hard Spun, he should take up a nice tracking position.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Blackberry Wine (Beschizza / Sharp) will challenge from a forwardly placed position. He holds the highest last out speed number and two strong wrokouts. This guy has already won over the Fair Grounds track. Another that will be stretching out a bit. This son of Oxbow, is 83% in the money from six career starts.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#1 Digital (B. Hernandez / Calhoun) should contend with the second highest last ut speed number and two sound workouts. This guy is another that is 100% in the money from three career starts. He too will be stretching out slightly. A son of Into Mischief, he should find a nice spot behind the leading crew ready to strike.
$1 SHOW.

#11 Scabbard (Rosario / Keneally) will be in the hunt with the fourth highest overall speed number on the dirt and two hearty workouts. This lad is 60% in the money from five career starts. A son of More Than Ready, he should take up a tracking position and make up ground in the closing strides.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#2 Silver State //  #7 Blackberry Wine,  #1 Digital,  #11 Scabbard.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Silver State  +  #7 Balckberry Wine  +  #1 Digital  +  #11 Scabbard.




Furlong Friday Results
Aqueduct Race 8.  Allowance.  Our pick, Koscuiszko, had a nice closing kick and won (1st) for win money of $10.70, place money of $8.30, and show money of $8.10.
Superfecta went 3-8-5-2.
Bankroll gets a boost to $94.26.

Furlong Friday in Chilly New York

We take in some six furlong action before the big weekend of Kentucky Derby prep races.

Aqueduct Race 8 {6 Furlongs~4 year-old Up~NY~Allowance}

A nice field of eight NY breds will hit the "Big A" dirt in this allowance feature. There is enough speed to keep the pace honest. Speed figs are very close giving any one of these horses a chance to pull off the victory. It should be a very good race.

#3 Koscuiszko (Cancel / Quick) looks to show more improvement with the second highest speed number at the distance and two decent workouts. This colt relishes the distance and the Aqueduct track. A son of Smart Bid, he should track the pace in good position to make a run in the stretch.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Leaky Cup (Alvarado / Kimmel) is the morning line favorite holding the fourth highest last out speed number and four quality peaking workouts. This gelding shows the highest speed number at the distance. A son of Central Banker, he should be forwardly placed.

#4 Durkins Call (D. Davis / Mott) should challenge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number and two hearty workouts. He sports the highest speed number over the Aqueduct track. A son of Jump Start, he is another that will be tracking the pace-setters.

#6 Daddy Knows (J. Lezcano / L. Rice) should find himself in contention with a couple of very good last out speed numbers. This landed the win in his only start over the Aqueduct oval. He is 72% in the money from seven career starts. A son of Scat Daddy, he could be part of the pace scenario serving up tactical speed.

10 CENT Superfecta ($1.00)

#3 Koscuiszko  /  #8 Leaky Cup  /  #4 Durkin's Call,  #6 Daddy Knows  /  ALL.




Last Superfecta Sunday (2/9) Results
Gulfstream Park R10.  Optional Claiming.  We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort capturing three of the four wagering interests required. Superfecta went 8-6-9-1.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, La Australiana, finished 6th.
Bankroll goes cold dipping to $74.16.

Superfecta Sunday on Super Bowl Sunday

Happy Super Bowl Sunday!!!

While football fans stream into the Sports books across the country, particularly Vegas, there is still some great horse racing on the sports docket. On this Superfecta Sunday, we take a look at a very competitive Turf sprint in South Florida.

Gulfstream Park Race 11 {5 Furlongs~TURF~4 year-old Up~Claiming}

A fine group of twelve ladies will hit the grass in this last on the card race. There is plenty of speed to make this one a fast one. Speed numbers are very close. All of these gals have strong sprint experience making this one a great wagering race. Our task is to lace together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket. It should be a great race to watch leading up to the big game.

#10 Buddy's Memory (P. Lopez / Falcone) looks to make hay in her second career start. She holds the second highest last out speed number and one solid workout. She comes in fresh off a brief layoff. This daughter of Lemon Drop Kid, looks to be close to the pace ready to strike. She is our Bronze Horseshoe, selection.
$1 SHOW.

#2 Shanghai Bonnie (Gaffalione / Schettino) should challenge from a forwardly placed position. She holds the fourth highest last out speed number and one sound workout. This daughter of Shanghai Bobby, is 50% in the money from fourteen career starts.

#7 Avocado Toast (Lebron / Dibona) should contend with the third highest last out speed number and one hearty workout. This lady also holds the highest speed number at the distance. A daughter of Big Drama, loves the surface and the distance.

#4 Fiber Optics (Leparoux / Wilkes) comes in off a normal layoff with the highest (tie) last out speed number at a slightly longer sprint and five superb workouts. She has a victory at this distance and over the Gulfstream course. A daughter of Morning Line, she will take advantage of any frothy pace that develops.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#10 Buddy's Memory  +  #2 Shanghai Bonnie  +  #7 Avocado Toast  +  #4 Fiber Optic.




Stakes Saturday Results
Aqueduct R8.  Withers--G3.  Our first pick, Shotski, finished 2nd for place money of $3.50 and show money of $3.90.  Our second pick, Portos, finished 3rd for show money of $2.60.  Our third pick, Monday Morning Qb, finished 4th.
We failed on our $1 Saturday Exacta wheel.
Superfecta went 3-5-8-2.
Bankroll plummets to $85.36.

February Starts the Kentucky Derby Preps in Earnest

A great day of racing opens the month of February. On this Stakes Saturday we look to the Big "A" for a thrilling Kentucky Derby prep.

Aqueduct Race 8 {Withers~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A great crop of eight three year-olds will head into the gate for this annual Derby prep race. Ten KD points are on the line for the winner. There is enough pace in this one to keep it rolling well. Speed numbers are fairly close leaving to the one ready to make another improvement on the road to the Derby. It should be a fantastic race.

#5 Shotski (L. Saez / O'Dwyer) looks to be ready as only one of two that have gone this distance. He holds the highest last out speed number and four significantly good workouts. This guy has already won at the distance and over the Aqueduct oval. A son of Blame, he has the tactical speed to be close to the pace and launch into the stretch.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Portos (J. Lezcano / Pletcher) should challenge having gone this distance three times already while hitting the board twice. This lad holds the second highest last out speed number and three workmanlike works. A son of Tapit, he should take up a nice tracking position ready to strike.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#2 Monday Morning Qb (Vargas / Reid) should contend as he stretches out to this distance. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and two superb peaking workouts. A son of Imagining, he should be forwardly placed ready to roll. This guy has hit the board in all three of his starts.
$1 SHOW.

#7 Vanzzy (Alvarado / Pino) will be in the mix with the third highest last out speed number and three sound workouts. This guy will be stretching out slightly to this distance. He is 75% in the money from four starts. A son of Verrazano, he should be part of the forwardly placed contingent.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#5 Shotski  //  #8 Portos,  #2 Monday Morning Qb,  #7 Vanzzy.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Shotski  +  #8 Portos  +  #2 Morning Morning Qb  +  #7 Vanzzy.




Last Superfecta Sunday (1/26) Results
Sam Houston Race Park R7.  Texas Turf Mile Stakes.  We misfired in our 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket having to pitch due to a key scratch. Superfecta went 10-8-1-7.
Our Bronze Horseshoe, selection, Memorable, finished 9th.
Bankroll tumbles to $90.76.