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.

Homeward Bound for Furlong Friday

 We look at the lucky last at our home track, Arlington International Racecourse, on this Furlong Friday.

Arlington International Race 8 {7 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Optional Claiming}

A solid field of nine will scurry off onto the Polytrack surface in the last race on the card. There is one speedster and four that are likely to settle near the pace. Speed numbers are very close making this one highly competitive. It should be an excellent race to cap off the race day at magnificent Arlington International.

#8 Darlin Rosie (Emigh / Randazzo) could have the edge with the highest last out speed number and one peaking workout. This gal loves the surface, distance and the Arlington track. She should be forwardly placed ready to spring into the stretch. A daughter of Devil Hunter, she is 69% in the money from forty-two career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Looktheotherway (C. Roman / A. Hernandez) should challenge with the third highest (3-way tie) last out speed number. She has won both of her starts at this very distance. This six year-old mare is another that loves the surface and the Arlington track. She will take up a tracking position looking for some pace. A daughter of Fappies Notebook, she is 57% in the money from thirty-eight career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#4 Isabellacannetella (Edg. Perez / Contreras) should contend sharing the third highest last out speed number and putting in one nice peaking workout. She comes in from Indiana Grande where she faced tougher at a shorter distance. A daughter of Ghaaleb, she is 75% in the money from sixteen career starts. She looks to be the controlling speed.

#7 Fifthatnarraganset (Roberts / Mason) will be in the mix with the second highest (tie) speed number at the distance and two hearty workouts. This filly is yet another that enjoys the surface, distance, and Arlington track. A daughter of Cairo Prince, she will be making her second start over the Arlington Track after hitting the board twice at Lone Star Park.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#8 Darlin Rosie  +  #2 Looktheotherway  +  #4 Isabellacannetella  +  #7 Fifthatnarraganset.

Last Superfecta Sunday (9/6) Results

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club R10.  Del Mar Derby--G2. We bailed on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box play due to a scratch of one of our group of four. Superfecta went 4-11-9-2.

Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Pixelate, won (1st) for show money of $2.80.

Bankroll gains eight dimes to settle at $79.82.

Stakes Saturday for Champions

Stakes Saturday is upon us and there is exciting racing to be run in upstate New York.

Saratoga Race 9 {Whitney~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of seven will saunter over to the gate in this annual race of great significance. It comes up extremely light on speed. Consequently, one of these fellas will have to pick up the pace by default. Speed numbers are fairly close among the contenders. There are four millionaires going to post in this high quality field. It should be a thrilling race.

#6 McKinzie (Smith / Baffert) should go off as the favorite and may take them from post to wire. He holds the second highest last out speed number and four tremendous peaking workouts. This colt shares the highest speed number at the distance and is an enviable 90% in the money from eleven career starts. A son of KD winner Street Sense, he checks off all the KPI's for the win.
$1 WIN

#8 Preservationist (Alvarado / Jerkens) will pose a mighty challenge with the highest last out speed number at a longer route and three superb peaking workouts. This lad has rattled off three wins in a row. He is a lightly raced 100% in the money from eight career starts. A son of Arch, he should be racing close to the pace and launch into the stretch.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#5 Vino Rosso (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) is a very consistent sort that should bring it to the pace-setters. This colt holds the third highest last out speed number at a longer route and four strong peaking workouts. A son of Curlin, he has acquitted himself well over the Saratoga track. Look for him gunning it in the stretch.
$1 SHOW.

#7 Yoshida [JPN] (Rosario / Mott) looks to improve over his last two outings with four hearty, peaking workouts. He is the only one in this field to have a win over the Saratoga track good enough for the second highest speed number at the distance. A son of Hearts Cry [JPN], he will be closing hard in the stretch.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel

#6 McKinzie  /  #8 Preservationist.  #5 Vino Rosso,  #7 Yoshida [JPN].

10 CENT Superfecta 

#6 McKinzie  /  #8 Preservationist  /  #5 Vino Rosso,  #7 Yoshida [JPN]  /  ALL.




Last Superfecta Sunday (7/28) Results
Arlington International Race Course R8.  Starters Optional Claiming.  We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort capturing three of the four required. Superfecta went 7-4-8-5.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Mongol Bull, finished 6th.
Bankroll gets dumped to $11.43.

Superfecta Sunday at the "Spa"

A wonderful summer Superfecta Sunday will unfold. Today we take a look at a very nice Turf sprint up at the "Spa".

Saratoga Race 9 {Coronation Cup Stakes~5 1/2 Furlongs~3 year-old~Fillies~Stakes}

It looks like a field of seven will saunter onto the New York grass. Two entrants (bookends #1 and #9) raced only days ago. It is unlikely they will race today. This race is heavily speed loaded which creates a handicapping quandary; do we take the speed of the speed or create a ticket with a pace meltdown in mind. Today we'll opt for the latter, but do encourage our handicapping fans to back it up with a speed of the speed play. The speed numbers are very close for these still improving ladies. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta ticket. It should be another sensational Saratoga Turf race.

#6 Eyein the Sky (Rosario / M. Casse) has the tactical speed to stay in this one from the opening gate. She can let up on the gas as the speedsters in the race do their thing. She has improved with every Turf race she has run and has put in two hearty workouts. A daughter of Sky Mesa, she holds the second highest speed number at the distance and is 66% in the money at same.She is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$1 SHOW.

#2 Lyrical Lady (Santana / Asmussen) holds the second highest overall speed fig as she makes a switch from the dirt to the Turf. This gal is coming off a longer sprint and has put in two fine peaking workouts. A daughter of More Than Ready, she should love the Saratoga Turf as she stays in close contact with the leaders.

#7 Midnight Fantasy (L. Saez / Sharp) also makes a change from dirt to Turf with three good last out speed numbers and two robust workouts. This gal should be tracking the pace closely looking for an opening to slide through in the stretch. A daughter of Midnight Lute, she has already hit the board at the distance.

#5 A Bit of Both (I. Ortiz / Ja. Servis) could go off as the speedster favorite with the second highest last out speed number which scored a victory at this very distance. She has rattled off four wins in a row and stands at 100% in the money from six career starts. This daughter of Paynter  has the opportunity to wire the field.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#6 Eyein the Sky  +  #2 Lyrical Lady  +  #7 Midnight Fantasy  +  #5 A Bit of Both.




Stakes Saturday Results
Arlington International Race Course R8.  American Derby--G3.  Our first pick, Crafty Daddy, finished 2nd for place money of $4.50 and show money of $6.80.  Our second pick, War Film, finished 5th.  Our third pick, Flying Scotsman, finished 6th.
We missed on our $1 Saturday Exacta Wheel play.
Superfecta went 3-12-9-5.
Bankroll drops to $11.78.

Stakes Saturday on the Turf

A great Stakes Saturday to enjoy races across the country. Today we take a look at the Turf prep for the Secretariat on Million Day.

Arlington International Race 8 {American Derby~G3~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A fantastic field of thirteen will hit the Arlington Turf in this annual contest. There is plenty of speed to make sure the pace is strong. Speed numbers are fairly close as each one of these lads continues to show improvement. Some of the very best American Turf pedigrees are represented here to further the handicapping challenge. It should be one of the best Turf races on this Stakes Saturday.

#12 Crafty Daddy (Geroux / B. Cox) might have the edge with the third highest last out speed number and four diligent workouts. This lad also holds the second highest speed fig at the distance. He has improved with each outing and will be seeking his fourth win in a row. A son of Scat Daddy, he has the tactical speed to allow the pace to take him forward.
$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $4 SHOW.

#2 War Film (M. Mena / Asmussen) should challenge with the highest speed number at the distance and three stout workouts. This guy has recorded two wins from five career starts. A son of Declaration of War, he should take up a tracking position ready to close them down in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

#11 Flying Scotsman (Prat / Sisterton) could go off as the favorite with the second highest last out speed number and three robust workouts. He is coming off an extended layoff, last racing at Del Mar. A son of English Channel, this distance is strongly in his wheelhouse. Look for him to run close to the pace and strike in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

#3 Faraway Kitten (Beschizza / Maker) will contend as he continues to improve with every race.This guy is 100% in the money at this distance having run it three times in his young career. He won last out at Canterbury and has put in two hearty workouts in the last thirty days. A son of Kitten's Joy, he should race close to the pace and explode through the stretch.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#12 Crafty Daddy / #2 War Film,  #11 Flying Scotsman,  #3 Faraway Kitten.

10 CENT Superfecta

#12 Crafty Daddy  /  #2 War Film  /  #11 Flying Scotsman,  #3 Faraway Kitten  /  ALL.




Furlong Friday Results
Monmouth Park R9.  Maiden Claiming.  Our pick, River Light, won (1st) for win money of $4.70 and show money of $3.00.
Superfecta went 4-6-5-3.
Bankroll gets a pop to settle at $18.43.

Stakes Saturday in Sweet Home Chicago

 On this Stakes Saturday we take a look at a nice sprint on the Poly-track at a that great race track nestled in the leafy Chicago suburbs.

Arlington International Race 8 {Chicago Handicap~G3~7 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

A fabulous field of eight will make their way onto the polytrack in this annual event. There is enough speed to carry the race swiftly forward. The speed numbers are relatively close. A couple of these gals are making their first start after a extended layoffs. It should be one of the great races on a weekend of fantastic racing.

#3 Hotshot Anna (Valdivia / H. Robertson) is the deserved favorite coming off a lengthy layoff after an injury. She holds the highest last out speed number and at the distance. Prior to the layoff she laced together four straight wins. This gal has put in three strong peaking workouts in preparation for this race. A daughter of Trappe Shot, she should race close to the pay and peel away from the crew.
$2 WIN.

#8 Annathela (Edg. Perez / Arnold) should challenge with three decent last out speed numbers over dirt. Her pedigree suggest she may take a liking to the poly. This gal shares the second highest speed number at the distance. Three solid workouts adds to her cache. A daughter of Elusive Quality, she should set herself among the tracking pack ready to strike going into the stretch.
$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#1 Student Body (S. Doyle / C. Davis) will contend with the fourth highest last out speed number and three superb workouts. This lady holds the highest speed number over the synthetic that resulted in victory. A daughter of Colonel John, she should the speed of the race and could control the pace up front.
$2 SHOW.

#9 Babybluesbdancing (Felix / Gullick) looks to improve after a meaningful layoff. She notched a win over this course and distance to secure the second highest speed number at same. This gal also holds the fourth highest (tie) speed number over the synth. A daughter of Sky Mesa, she is another tracker that will battle for position in the middle running.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel

#3 Hotshot Anna  /  #8 Annathela,  #1 Student Body,  #9 Babybluesbdancing.

10 CENT Superfecta 

#3 Hotshot Anna  /  #8 Annathela  /  #1 Student Body,  #9 Babybluesbdancing  /  ALL.




Last Superfecta Sunday (6/23) Results
Santa Anita R8.  SanJuan Capistrano--G3.  We were off by two in our 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket effort.
Superfecta went 4-8-7-3.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Causeforcommotion, finished 5th.
Bankroll tumbles to $17.00.

Superfecta Sunday at Ol' Del Mar

We look in on a nice Turf mile on this Superfecta Sunday.

Del Mar Race 8 {1 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Claiming}

A couple of scratches have reduced the field to seven in this claiming event on the grass. There is enough speed to keep a solid pace. Speed numbers are super close. It should be quite the competitive event. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#3 Flip The Coin Jan (Gutierrez / O'Neill) might have the edge with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression and two dynamite workouts. This guy should be forwardly placed seeking to strike going into the stretch. A son of Trappe Shot, he will be cutting back to this distance in his third start of the form cycle.

#9 Upo (Van Dyke / Miller) should challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression and two hearty workouts. This lad will be tracking the pace looking for an opening in the stretch. A son of Archarcharch, he relishes the distance and the Del Mar course. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$3 SHOW.

#5 East Rand (Quinonez / Mullins) could go off as the favorite with the highest last out speed number coming out of a Stakes race. He is working a five race progression and has put in two solid workouts. A son of Denman [AUS], he should be closing swiftly in the stretch.

#2 Shadow Sphinx (Prat / Baltas) should contend with a solid speed fig two starts ago and four supreme workouts. This lad should be forwardly placed in good position. A son of Pioneer of the Nile, he has hit the board at this distance and is 66% in the money over Turf.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Flip The Coin Jan  +  #9 Upo  +  #5 East Rand  +  #2 Shadow Sphinx.




Stakes Saturday Results
Arlington International R11.  ARLINGTON MILLION~G1.  Our first pick #9 Deauville [IRE], finished 6th.  Our second pick, Oscar Performance, Did Not Finish (DNF).  Our third pick, Robert Bruce [CHI], won (1st) for show money of $3.20.
Superfecta went 10-3-6-5.
Bankroll gets snipped, dropping to $164.35.
  

Arlington Million Day

Already some great Turf action on this years Million card. It is one of the greatest Stakes Saturdays of the year.

Arlington International Race 11 {36th Running of the ARLINGTON MILLION~G2~1 1/4 Mile~TURF~3 year old Up}

A fantastic field of nine will hit the Turf in this years running of the Million. Interesting to note that there are only three millionaires among the group. There is enough speed to make for an honest pace. Any one of these guys has a chance to pull off the victory. Speed figs are very close. It will be an exceptionally competitive event. Without question, one of the best races of the summer.

#9 Deauville [IRE] (Moore / A. O'Brien) looks ready for his return to the Arlington Turf. He shows a couple of good Racing Post ratings, a two race progression, and one sound workout. This lad holds the third highest speed number at the distance. He loves the Arlington Turf and should be in the thick of it when the gates open. A millionaire son of Galileo [IRE], he has one of the best jockey's in the world, Ryan Moore, and one of the best trainers in the world, Aidan O'Brien, in his corner.
$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  / $5 SHOW.

#11 Oscar Performance (J. Ortiz / Lynch) could go off as the joint favorite with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four outstanding, peaking workouts. This guy loves the Turf and the Arlington course. Rested and ready, he should show speed from the start. A millionaire son of Kitten's Joy, he will be going for his eighth career win.
$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#10 Robert Bruce [CHI] (I. Ortiz / C. Brown) should be one of the favorites with the highest last out speed number, an eight race progression, and four superb peaking workouts. This colt had tremendous efforts in his native Chile rattling off six wins in a row before winning his first North American start for an 87% win rate from eight starts. A son of Fast Company [IRE], he his running for the best jockey / trainer tandem in the USA.
$2 SHOW.

#5 Century Dream [IRE] (Buick / Crisford) should be in the mix for his first North American start. He holds a couple of fine Racing Post last out ratings and is sure to enjoy the Arlington Turf. With a 60% in the money record, he will be guided by one of the top jockey's in the World, William Buick, who is no stranger to the Arlington grounds. A son of Cape Cross [IRE], he should be tracking the pace closely.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#9 Deauville [IRE]  +  #11 Oscar Performance  +  #10 Robert Bruce [CHI]  +  Century Dream [IRE].



Last Superfecta Sunday (8/5) Results
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club R8.  Sorrento-G2.  We misfired on our 10 CENT superfecta play, hitting two of the four required. Superfecta went 3-10-9-2.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Boujie Girl, finished 3rd for show money of $5.60.
Bankroll improves to $180.55.

Stakes Saturday at Belmont

As we enter the full force of the Spring season we turn to the Turf for some great racing action. On this Stakes Saturday we take in a classic Turf event at lovely Belmont Park.

Belmont Park Race 11 {Man O War~G1~1 3/8 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of eight will hit the Turf in this annual classic. There is a sprinkling of speed to keep the pace going. Speed numbers are all fairly close among this group. Two millionaires enter the fray. It should be one of the most exciting Turf races on the day.

#7 Hi Happy [ARG] (L. Saez / Pletcher) comes into the race with the highest last out speed number, a five race progression , and four strong workouts. He has not yet covered this distance, but did win his last at a mile and a half.  This lad is 75% in the money from twelve starts including seven winning runs. A son of Pure Prize, he should be forwardly placed ready to strike.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#9 One Go All Go (C. Landeros  / Dickey) holds the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two stout workouts. He'll be looking to wire this field from the get go. A son of Fairbanks his last was a win at Keeneland.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#2 Sadler's Joy (Leparoux / Albertrani) looks to close down this field with the right pace set-up. He has produced the fourth highest last out speed number and three robust workouts. A son of Kitten's Joy, he shares the highest speed number at the distance.

$1 SHOW.

#6 Call Provision (J. Ortiz / C. Brown) is a specialist at this distance having hit the board all five times he has run it. This guy holds the third highest last out speed number at a longer slightly longer route and two solid workouts. A son of Lemon Drop Kid, he should take up a nice tracking position and move smoothly into the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta

#7 Hi Happy [ARG]  /  #9 One Go All Go  /  #2 Sadler's Joy, #6 Call Provision  /  ALL.

Furlong Friday Results

Arlington International R1.  Our top choice, Baby Do It, was scratched thereby scuttling all our plays.

Bankroll remains the same at $250.00

Furlong Friday at Arlington

For this Furlong Friday we take in the first race at beautiful Arlington International.

Arlington International Race 1 {7 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Maiden Claiming}

A fascinating field of eight will strut to the gate in this low level maiden event. It comes up short on speed. As a consequence it should be a battle coming into the stretch run. All but one in here are dropping from saltier competition. Speed numbers are all over the board with this bunch as many have had numerous chances to break their maiden. Should be an interesting contest to kick off the Friday card.

#5 Baby Do It (O. Hernandez / Catalano) could show some improvement while meeting a little softer competition from her first two career starts. She produced ok speed numbers in her two starts and has put in two solid works. She should enjoy the polytrack taking up a sweet tracking position.

$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#1 La Flor (Murrill / Mordenti) should be a contender with the highest last out speed number at a Turf route, a two race progression, and one hearty workout. She will be making her fourteenth effort trying to break her maiden, but appears to be heading in the right direction.

#8 Jami Racer (Emigh / McKeever) will be making her thirteenth effort to break the maiden. She holds the third highest last out speed number while running a Turf route and has put in one superb workout. She should track and close gamely with a decent pace set-up.

#7 Hoosensation (Felix / Hughes) could be part of the pace scenario if sent. She shares the second highest last out speed number and has put together a two race progression. This gal will be attempting to break her maiden for the tenth time, last hitting the board at Fairmount Park in Southern Illinois.

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 Baby Do It  /  #1 La Flor  /  #8 Jami River,   #7 Hoosensation  /  ALL

Last Superfecta Sunday (5/6) Results

Santa Anita R8.  Allowance Optional Claming.  We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta box play wagering three of the four required to cash. Superfecta went 1-6-8-4.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Siberian Iris [IRE] finished 3rd for show money of $2.80.

Bankroll dips to an even $250.00

 

Superfecta Sunday OK

On this Superfecta Sunday we take in a great race in Oklahoma.

Remington Park Race 11 {Oklahoma Derby~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A super fine crop of three year-olds will hit the dirt in this annual event. There is enough speed to keep an honest pace.  Speed numbers are fairly close with most shipping in from other parts of the country.  It should be a fantastic race. Our task is to lasso a group of horses to formulate a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#3 Battle of Midway (Prat / Hollendorfer) comes in from Del Mar holding the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three solid workouts. He should appreciate this distance while being forwardly placed.

#7 Colonelsdarktemper (Court / Fires) should challenge from the front end. He holds the second highest last out speed number and has fired two bullet workouts. He comes in from Parx.  This guy has won at this distance and is sure to relish the Remington dirt. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$2 SHOW.

#5 Untrapped (Santana / Asmussen) looks to contend with the fourth highest last out speed number and four hearty workouts. He comes in from Indiana Grand. This guy loves the dirt and should do well at this distance. He should take every advantage of a strong pace as he tracks the leaders.

#6 Gato del Oro (Bejarano / Baltas) is another coming in from Del Mar.  Lightly raced and stretching out to this distance, he should take another step forward. He holds the third highest last out speed number and two strong workouts. This lad should be forwardly placed.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Battle of Midway  +  #7 Colonelsdarktemper  +  #5 Untrapped  +  #6 Gato del Oro.

Thursdays (9/21) Results

Arlington International R9.  Beaten Claiming.  Our selection, Summer Spice, finished 7th.

Superfecta went 2-9-4-13 with a deadheat for third.

Bankroll plummets to $1.70. We will supplement with a Lincoln for our Superfecta Sunday.

 

Horse Racing Weekend begins as Arlington Meet nears End

We start off our Horse Racing Weekend as the Arlington meet nears its end. On the Turf for some spectacular racing action.

Arlington International Race 9 {1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old up~Claiming}

A solid group of twelve will hit the green in this low level claiming contest. There is some speed to keep the pace rolling. Speed numbers are very close which should produce a competitive event. A few in here are trying the Arlington Turf for the first time with one trying Turf for the very first time. It should be a terrific race on a beautiful Chicago day.

#1 Summer Spice (Murrill / Stidham) should go off as the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two good workouts. This lad holds the highest speed number at the distance and has hit the board 72% of the time at same. he should be tracking and closing well.

$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Find Silver (Felix / D. Bennett) should challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number. He has hit the board both times while traveling this distance and has achieved the third highest speed number at same. He could be leading on the front end.

#3 Sacred Promise (Valdivia / Gorder) will contend with a couple of o.k. last out speed numbers and two superb peaking workouts. Dropping down in class he likes the Turf and the distance. Another tracker that should strike in the stretch.

#12 Sea of Anarchy (De La Cruz / Granitz) should be in the mix with a couple of o.k. last out speed numbers. Proven at this distance, he will be trying the Arlington Turf for the first time. Another who should be part of the tracking crew.

10 CENT Superfecta

#1 Summer Spice  /  #9 Find Silver  /  #3 Sacred Promise  /  #12 Sea of Anarchy, ALL.

Superfecta Sunday (9/17) Results

Churchill Downs R10.  Claiming. We missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket capturing only two of the four required for victory. Superfecta went 12-14-10-13.

Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Oathkeeper, won (1st) for show money of $6.20.

Bankroll gets a little bump to $7.60.

Up North for Stakes Saturday

We look in on one of the great Turf courses in North America to watch the always exciting Woodbine Mile.

Woodbine Race 12 {Woodbine Mile~G1~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A fantastic field of twelve will take to the lush Woodbine grass. There is enough speed to create an honest pace. Speed numbers are all fairly close creating an opportunity for any of the entrants to win. It should be the best race on Stakes Saturday.

#6 Deauville [IRE] (Spencer / O'Brien) has an edge with the fourth highest last out speed number in the Arlington Million at a much longer distance. The cut back should aid his efforts. A millionaire son of Galileo [IRE], this lad should track the pace closely and spring into the stretch willingly.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Tower of Texas (Da Silva / Attfield) will challenge with a couple of very good last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and two very strong workouts. He loves the course and distance which should help his cause. A son of Street Sense, he should be part of the tracking crew.

$1 PLACE  /  #2 SHOW.

#1 World Approval (J. Velazquez / Casse) might be the horse to beat with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression and three stellar peaking workouts. He holds the highest speed number at this distance. A son of Northern Afleet, he should be forwardly placed maintaining a good position.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 Mondialiste [IRE] (J. Ortiz  / O'Meara) should contend with  a couple of good last out speed numbers, the last one being at a longer route distance. He is the 2015 winner of this event. Another son of Galileo [IRE], with the proper pace he should be closing swiftly.

#12 Glenville Gardens (Contreras / S. Attard) looks to be in the hunt with a couple of good last out speed numbers, a three race progression, and two top notch workouts. He is another that loves the course and distance. A son of Street Cry [IRE], he has the tactical speed which will suit this field well.

20 CENT Superfecta

#6 Deauville [IRE]  /  #2 Tower of Texas  /  #1 World Approval  /  #8 Mondialiste [IRE], #12 Glenville Gardens, ALL.

Furlong Friday Results

Arlington International R9.  Claiming.  Our pick, Mirabelle Magic, finished 7th.

Superfecta went 8-6-4-7.

Bankroll gets trimmed to $13.70.

 

Furlong Friday over the TURF

On this Furlong Friday we take in a Turf sprint at one of the best tracks in the world.

Arlington International Race 9 {5 Furlongs~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Claiming}

A nice field of nine will go to the green in this last on the card event. There is speed o plenty to get this one off fling fast.  A speed duel could develop. Speed numbers are fairly close with a number in here dropping in class. It should be a tremendously interesting race.

#3 Mirabelle Magic (Murrill / Robertson) comes in from Canterbury to challenge these gals. She holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and three wholesome workouts. She'll be making a transition from dirt to turf. This gal should sit off an explosive pace and rock on in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Tizamint (Sanjur / Holas) looks to be in great form and should step up nicely after breaking her maiden last out. She shares the second highest last out speed number and is working a five race progression. She should be forwardly placed battling with the rest.

#5 Devout Type (J. Lopez / Aguirre) should be ready to step forward as she moves from the poly to the Turf. She holds the fourth highest last out speed number at a slightly longer sprint. This gal is another that should be forwardly placed.

#7 Prairie Night (Marquez / Tracy) is also coming in from Canterbury and making her first start on the Turf. Pedigree suggest she may like the carpet under her hooves. She has a couple of decent last out speed numbers. Look for her to roll into the stretch off the pace.

10 CENT Superfecta

#3 Mirabelle Magic  /  #9 Tizamint  /  #5 Devout Type, #7 Prairie Night / ALL.



Thursday Results
Kentucky Downs R9.  Ramsey Farm Stakes. Our first pick, La Piba, finished 7th.  Our second pick, Queen Blossom [IRE], finished 3rd for show money of $4.00.
Superfecta went 4-2-6-8.
Bankroll gets shaved six dimes to settle at $16.90.

Back on Home Turf

Looking for some fine Turf action on this Superfecta Sunday.

Arlington International Race 8 {1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~IL~Allowance}

A well matched group of eight will hit the green in this last race on today's card. There appears to be sufficient speed to keep an honest pace. Speed figs are all very close. It should be a very competitive race on the firm Turf. Our task is to cobble together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#2 Memory Bank (Murrill / Stidham) might have the edge with the second highest last out speed number and one solid workout. He should race close to the pace and change gears going into the stretch. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$2 SHOW.

#5 Blue Sky Kowboy (Felix / Boyce) should challenge with the highest last out speed number and two superb peaking workouts. This guy should track and close swiftly in the stretch. A solid 100% in the money at this distance.

#4 Prairie Rebel (Valdivia / Roussel) will contend with a couple of very good last out speed numbers and one robust workout. This guy holds the highest speed number at the distance. Expect him to be forwardly placed and launch into the stretch.

#3 In the Chamber (Emigh / Becker) will be in the mix with a couple of good last out speed numbers and two positive workouts. He has covered this distance seven times for an 85% in the money record. He is another that should battle near the front.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Memory Bank  +  #5 Blue Sky Kowboy  +  #4 Prairie Rebel  +  #3 In the Chamber.

Stakes Saturday Results

Saratoga R11.  TRAVERS--G1.  Our first selection, Cloud Computing, finished 8th.  Our second pick, West Coast won for place money of $3.80 and show money of $5.30.  Our third pick, Tapwrit, finished 4th.

Superfecta went 3-11-10-4.

Bankroll dips to $15.20.

The Summer Derby is Here

On this beautiful Saturday we turn to Saratoga for what is typically called the Summer Derby.

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

Some of the best trainers in North America bring the best three year-old charges to upstate New York for this great race. There are no less than seven millionaires that will be ridden by some of the best jockey's in North America. All, but one were nominated to the Triple Crown earlier this year and many competed in those Triple Crown races. It has the potential to be one of the greatest races this year.

There is enough speed to create an honest pace. Beyer speed figs are fairly close among this group. A few will be stretching out to distance for the first time. All appear to be in good form which should make this race a very competitive event.

#1 Cloud Computing (Castellano / C. Brown) may have the edge with  a couple of very good last out speed numbers and two strong workouts. This lad shares the highest speed fig at the distance. He should be running close to the pace. A son of Maclean's Music, he is 80% in the money in five career races.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#3 West Coast (Smith / Baffert) will challenge with the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a five race progression, and four hearty workouts. This guy is another that should be close to the pace. A son of Flatter, he is 100% in the money from six starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#4 Tapwrit (J. Ortiz / Pletcher) should contend with the highest last out speed number at a longer route, a three race progression, and four high quality peaking workouts. He should take up a nice tracking position and strike in the stretch. A millionaire son of Tapit, he is 62% in the money from eight starts.

$1 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#11 Gunnevera (Zayas / Sano) looks to be in for a share of the purse pie with a couple of good last out speed numbers and two robust workouts. He has scored a victory at the Spa and looks to close with flourish. A son of Dialed In, he is 66% in the money from twelve starts.

10 CENT Superfecta

#1 Cloud Computing  /  #3 West Coast  /  #4 Tapwrit, #11 Gunnevera / ALL.

Previous Stakes Saturday(8/12) Results 

Arlington International R11.  ARLINGTON MILLION~G1.  Our top selection, Kasaqui, finished 9th.  Our second pick, Deauville [IRE], finished 3rd for show money of $4.20.  Our third pick, Mekhtaal [GB], finished 10th.

Superfecta went 10-6-5-3.  Pentafecta (Hi-5) went 10-6-5-3-12.

Bankroll falters to $7.90. We will supplement with a Hamilton for todays Stakes race.

 

35th Running of the ARLINGTON MILLION

Off we go onto the Turf for some great racing at Arlington International.

Arlington International Race 11 {Arlington Million~G1~1 1/4 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A high caliber field of twelve will hit the grass in this 35th running of the Arlington Million. There is sufficient speed to guarantee an honest pace. Speed numbers are fairly close. A firm Turf presents a challenge for the Euros as they may be used to good, yielding, or soft ground. Nevertheless they should not be discounted as the competition across the pond may be a bit keener. Only three millionaires are in the race, but a number are on their way to hitting that milestone. It should be a great race and perhaps the most exciting Turf race this year in North America.

#8 Kasaqui (Graham / Correas) should be in peak shape for this one with a couple of excellent last out speed numbers and two quality workouts. He has never been off the board at this distance from seven efforts. He loves the Turf and relishes the Arlington course. A son of Lasting Approval, he should be tracking and closing with flourish.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Deauville [IRE] (Moore / A. O'Brien) should be the favorite with the third highest last out speed number while keeping company with some of Europe's best Turf horses. He has put in one peaking workout prepping for this race. A millionaire son of Galileo [IRE], he should be tracking the pace closely and lift off into the stretch.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#13 Mekhataal [GB] (Detorri  / Rouget) will challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number and one peaking workout. This lad has raced gallantly in France and Great Britain against supreme competition. A son of Sea the Stars [IRE], he should move smoothly from the outside post to a forwardly placed position.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#12 Ascend (J. Ortiz / Motion) should be a contender with a couple of good last out speed numbers, a three race progression, and two strong workouts. He continues to show improvement. A son of Candy Ride [ARG], he should take up a nice tracking position and strike in the stretch.

#7 Pizza Man (I. Ortiz / Bruggemann) should not be counted out winning the Million in 2015. This guy has campaigned well this year hitting the second highest (tie) last out speed number while working a two race progression. He has put in two robust peaking workouts. A son of English Channel, he should track and close fervently.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#8 Kasaqui [ARG]  +  #5 Deauville [IRE]  +  #13 Mekhtaal [GB]  +  #12 Ascend.

20 CENT Super Hi-5 (pentafecta)

#8 Kasaqui [ARG]  /  #5 Deauville [IRE]  /  #13 Mekhtaal [GB]  /  #12 Ascend, #7 The Pizza Man  /  ALL.

Last Superfecta Sunday (8/6) Results

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club R8.  La Jolla Handicap--G3. We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta box play capturing three of the four required wagering interests. Superfecta went 7-1-2-3.

Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Pioneer Lad, finished 5th.

Bankroll gets sliced to $1.30.  We will supplement with a Jackson and a Lincoln for today's racing.

Surf Meets the Turf on Stakes Saturday

On this Stakes Saturday we take in the greatness that is Del Mar.

Del Mar Race 4 {Eddie Read~G2~1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A field of seven familiar faces will take to the green in this annual event. There is speed to maintain an earnest pace. Speed numbers are very close making it any horse's race. This should be an extremely exciting race.

#5 Up With the Birds (Theriot / D'Amato) comes back after a brief freshening. He holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route and four superb workouts. A son of Stormy Atlantic, he should be motoring home quickly into a decent pace.

$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Ashleyluvssugar (Stevens / Eurton) should go off as the favorite with the highest (3-way tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and four excellent workouts. He also races fresh. An expert at this distance and over the Del Mar course, this son of Game Plan, should be forwardly placed.

$2 SHOW.

#7 Abbey Vale [IRE] (Frey / O'Neill) should improve once again sharing the third highest last out speed figure, working a two race progression, and throwing down two prime peaking workouts. This son of Moss Vale [IRE] should be tracking the leaders with fortitude.

$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#3 Kenjisstorm (Bejarano / Baltas) should be in the mix sharing the highest last out speed number, holding an eight race progression, and putting in two hearty workouts. This lad enjoys the distance and has the tactical speed to fit into whatever pace develops. Another son of Stormy Atlantic to hit the green..

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 Up With the Birds  /  #6 Ashleyluvssugar  /  #7 Abbey Vale [IRE]  /  #3 Kenjisstorm, ALL.

A couple of Superfecta Sundays Ago (7/9)

Arlington International Race Course R8.  Claiming. We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort, capturing three of the four required to cash.  Superfecta went 10-7-3-5.

Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Oscarific, finished 4th.

Bankroll tumbles to $2.90. Lets put in a Hamilton for this weekend's racing.

Superfecta Sunday Sprinting on the Green

On this Superfecta Sunday we take a look at a Turf sprint over the Arlington green.

Arlington International Race Course Race 8 {5 1/2 Furlongs~TURF~3 year-old Up~Claiming}

A nice full field of ten will take to the grass in the last of the day.  There is plenty of speed to keep the pace flowing. Speed numbers are fairly close making for quite a competitive affair. Most of these lads are decently bred for the Turf. Our task is to piece together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#5 Oscarific (Valdivia / Rivelli) looks to be the one to beat with the second highest last out speed number and two sturdy workouts. This guy has sprinted this distance earning the third highest speed number of this group. He should be tracking the pace ready to strike going into the stretch. This lad is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$2 SHOW.

#1 Hawk Is Ready (Lantz / Mathews) should be forwardly placed among the speedsters. He holds the third highest last out speed number, the highest speed number at the distance, and is working a two race progression. He loves the Turf, course, and distance.

#7 Wayne's Ready (Shinn / Catalano) is another in the forwardly placed pack. He will be making a surface switch from synthetic to Turf. This guy holds the fourth highest last out speed number and has put in two robust workouts.

#3 Mr. Stein (Murrill / Cristel) should fine a good place behind the leaders and seek to mount a strong effort coming into the stretch. He has a decent couple of last out speed numbers and a two race progression. This lad holds the highest speed number of the group over the Arlington Turf course.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Oscarific  +  #1 Hawk Is Ready  +  #7 Wayne's Ready  +  #3 Mr. Stein.

Last Superfecta Sunday (7/2) Results

Woodbine R12.  Charilie Barley Stakes.  We misfired on our 20 cent Superfecta box ticket capturing only two of the four wagering interests required to win. Superfecta went 8-3-7-2.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Flowmotion, finished 5th.

Bankroll tumbles to $2.30. We will supplement with a Lincoln for today's racing action.

Twilight Stakes Saturday

Evening racing in the shadow of the Twin Spires is on tap for this Stakes Saturday.

Churchill Downs Race 8 {Stephen Foster Handicap~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A great group of eight will go to the gate in this annual contest. There is plenty of speed to keep a swift pace. Nearly all in here will be firing fresh off of modest layoffs. Speed figs are very close giving this race a tremendously competitive feel. Two millionaires make their appearance against a group who have made significant bank. It should be an exciting race under the lights.

#3 Gun Runner (Geroux / Asmussen) may have the edge with the highest last out speed number at a longer route, an eight race progression, and four stellar peaking workouts. A millionaire son of Candy Ride [ARG], he should be very close to the pace ready to spring forward in the stretch.

$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Breaking Lucky (Contreras / Baker) should challenge with a couple of excellent last out speed figs and two solid workouts. This guy has the tactical speed to stay the course and pounce. A son of Lookin At Lucky, he holds the highest speed number at the distance.

$2 SHOW.

#8 Stanford (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) will contend with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four superb peaking workouts. He is the other millionaire in the field. A son of Malibu Moon, he should be forwardly placed seeking edge away from the leaders.

$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#4 Honorable Duty (Castellano / Walsh) looks to improve over a couple of very good last out speed numbers. He holds the fourth highest speed number at the distance and has put in three solid peaking workouts. A son of Distorted Humor, he should track and close sweetly.

10 CENT Superfecta

#3 Gun Runner  /  #2 Breaking Lucky  /  #8 Stanford  /  #4 Honorable Duty, ALL.

Last Superfecta Sunday (6/11) Results

Arlington International Race Course R8.  Maiden Special Weight.

We captured only three of the four required to cash our 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket. Superfecta went 1-8-5-7.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Summer Sweet, finished 3rd for show money of $3.60.

Bankroll sheds eight dimes to settle at $22.15.