Stakes Saturday in Delaware

 Off we go to Delaware for a Stakes race on the Turf for our Stakes Saturday.

Delaware Park Race 9 {Kent Stakes~1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Stakes}

A reduced field of nine will go to the grass in this annual event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed to carry this race forward swiftly. Speed numbers are fairly close. Five runners will be stretching out to this distance. Only four have run over the Delaware course. All are proficient on the Turf. It should be a very nice race on a good day of racing.

#12 King of Ashes (Cannon / B. Walsh) last raced at Kentucky Downs at a longer route and has put in two decent workouts. This lad does hold the highest speed number at the distance. He has the tactical speed to adapt to the pace. This will be his first attempt over the Delaware course. A son of Street Sense, he is 50% in the money from four starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#8 Geometry (J. Rodriguez / Thomas) comes in from Del Mar with the highest last out speed number and one solid workout. It will be his first try over the Delaware course. He should track the pace closely and spring into the stretch. A son of Twirling Candy, he has a 50%-win rate from four starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#10 Thundering (J. Torres / P. Dixon) will stretch out with the third highest last out speed number and one power workout. This guy comes down from Woodbine as a Turf lover. He is another that will track the pace closely. A son of Mosler, he is 50% in the money from eight starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Soleil Volant (Marin / Motion) comes in from Colonial Downs with the second highest last out speed number and one sound workout. This lad has won over the Delaware course. He should be part of the tracker pack. A son of Karakontie [JPN], he is 45% in the money from eleven starts.

#2 Versus (Chuan / Breen) will stretch out to the distance with one strong workout. He comes in from Saratoga but has successfully raced over the Delaware course. This guy is another tracker. A son of Tiz the Law, he is 50% in the money from eight starts.

#1 Flash Frozen (Leon / O'Connell) is another that will stretch out to the distance. He comes in from Monmouth with a good workout. His speed figs have improved over the last three races. Look for him to close gallantly into a solid pace. A son of Frosted, he is 62% in the money from eight starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#12 King of Ashes  ///  #8 Geometry,  #10 Thundering,  #4 Soleil Volant,  #2 Versus,  #1 Flash Frozen.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#8,  #10,  #4,  #2,  #1  /// #12 King of Ashes.

Best of luck with all your Stakes Saturday plays.

 

On the Dirt at Delaware Park for Stakes Saturday

 On this Stakes Saturday we take in the Delaware Derby on a great day of racing.

Delaware Park Race 8 {Delaware Derby~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old~Stakes}

A reduced field of eight will go to the gate for this featured race on the card.

Past Performances used: Equibase.

There is enough speed to carry the pace forward. Speed figures are fairly close making it competitive. Half the field has experience over the Delaware oval. Three will attempt this exact distance for the first time. It should be a very good race on a nice card.

#3 Admiral Dennis (Machado / B. Cox) holds the highest last out speed number and four strong peaking workouts. This guy should track the pace closely and spring into the stretch. He comes in from Keeneland after racing in a grade one event at a longer route. A son of Constitution, he is 50% in the money from six starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Kentucky Outlaw (P. Lopez / Dunn) should be part of the pace scenario. He comes in from Monmouth holding the second highest (tie) last out speed number and three superlative workouts. This colt will stretch out slightly in this race, A son of Outwork, he has a 75% win rate from four starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#5 Sacred Thunder (M. Sanchez / Capuano) is another that will track the pace closely and strike in the stretch. This gelding is the horse for the course having hit the board in all five of his races over the Delaware track. He cuts back in distance. A son of Holy Boss, he is 84% in the money from thirteen starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#11 Omaha Omaha (R. Mena / Gorham) will close mightily into a fast pace. He cuts back in distance and has produced three solid peaking workouts in the last thirty days. This colt shows a win at this distance and relishes the Delaware track. A son of Audible, he is 75% in the money from eight starts.

#8 Surfside Moon (J. Alvarado / Lawrence) comes in with the third highest last out speed number and three superb peaking workouts. He comes out of a grade three race at a longer route. Look for him to track the pace. A son of Malibu Moon, he is 50% in the money from eight starts.

#9 Pascaline (Carasco / Delacour) will stretch out slightly and has put in three dynamite workouts. He is another that will track the pace closely. This guy holds the fourth highest last out speed number. A son of Upstart, he is 100% in the money from four starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#3 Admiral Dennis  ///  #6 Kentucky Outlaw,  #5 Sacred Thunder,  #11 Omaha Omaha,  #8 Surfside Moon,  #9 Pascaline.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#6,  #5,  #11,  #8,  #9  ///  #3 Admiral Dennis.

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

 

East Coast Stakes Saturday

 We look in on a terrific graded stakes race on the East Coast at famed Delaware Park.

Delaware Park Race 8 {Delaware Oaks~G3~1 1/16~3 year-old~Fillies~Graded Stakes}

A talented field of nine young ladies will go to the gate in this annual summer stakes race. There is enough speed to keep the pace rolling. Speed figures are all very close making this one super competitive. Only three have raced over the Delaware track. It should be one of the best stakes race of the weekend.

#7 Crazy Beautiful (M. Smith / McPeek) should go off as the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number and two hearty workouts. She is tremendous at this distance also holding the highest speed number at same. This gal last raced at Santa Anita. A daughter of Liam's Map, she is 77% in the money from nine career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Leader of the Band (Pennington / John Servis) should challenge with the second highest last out speed number and two superb peaking workouts. She should be forwardly placed stretching out to this distance. A daughter of Bandbox, she is 100% from five career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#4 Juror Number Four (S. Russell / B. Russell) will contend as she also stretches out. This gal has put in three dynamite peaking workouts prepping for this race. She should track and close swiftly into a solid pace. A daughter of Into Mischief, she is 72% in the money from seven career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#5 Hybrid Eclipse (J. Vargas / L. Rice) should be in the mix with the fourth highest last out speed number and one sound workout. This gal should be forwardly placed. She last raced at Parx. A daughter of Paynter, she is 57% in the money from seven career starts.

$1 SHOW.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#7 Crazy Beautiful  //  #6 Leader of the Band,  #4 Juror Number Four,  #5 Hybrid Eclipse.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#7 Crazy Beautiful  +  #6 Leader of the Band  +  #4 Juror Number Four  +  #5 Hybrid Eclipse.

Have a great Independence Day Weekend. May a high percentage of your tickets cash.

Superfecta Sunday on Jersey Turf

A little Turf mile for Superfecta Sunday.

Monmouth Park Race 7 {1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~fillies/mares~Claiming}

A swell group of nine will go to the Jersey grass in this Turf contest. A ton of speed and forwardly placed types show up for this one. Speed figs are fairly similar which should produce a competitive event. Our task is to weave together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#8 Subpoena (Bravo / Gonzalez) has an edge with the highest last out speed number at a longer route and one solid workout. She loves the Monmouth course with a 66% in the money record from twenty-one starts over it. Look for her to close vibrantly. This lady is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#10 Archer Queen (A. Castellano / McBurney) should challenge with the second highest last out speed number at a longer route, a five race progression, and one peaking workout. She should be able to close well in what should shape up as a speed-fest.

#2 First Acquittal (G. Saez / Machiz) should contend with the third highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route, a four race progression, and two hearty workouts. She is another that will track and close with spirit.

#7 Bobs Pinup Girl (Worrie / Falcone) will be in the mix with the fourth highest last out speed number and one sound workout. She shares the highest speed number at the distance with two others, including our top pick. This girl will be among those closing furiously in the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#8 Subpoena  +  #10 Archer Queen  +  #2 First Acquittal  +  #7 Bobs Pinup Girl.



Stakes Saturday Results
Delaware Park R9.  Robert G. Dick Memorial Stakes.  Our first pick, Kittens Point, finished 3rd for show money of $3.15.  Our second pick, Courtesean, finished off the board.  Our third pick, Ceisteach [IRE], won (1st) for show money of $1.40.
Superfecta went 6-7-1-4.
Bankroll plunges to $10.41.

Stakes Saturday on the Turf

We enjoy a thrilling Stakes Saturday on Turf from Wilmington, Delaware.

Delaware Park Race 9 {Robert G. Dick Memorial Stakes~1 3/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}

A reduced field of nine will hit the grass in this annual affair.  There is a smattering of speed which could allow those forwardly placed types a bit of advantage. All of these ladies have fairly robust speed numbers making for a highly competitive event. It should be one of the better Turf classics on this Stakes Saturday.

#1 Kittens Point (Prado / Motion) should be able to handle this field if the pace kicks into high gear. She holds the highest last out speed number at a longer Turf route, a two race progression, and four excellent peaking workouts. This daughter of Kittens Joy should be able to handle this distance and kick in capably.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#10 Courtesean (Rosario / C. Brown) should challenge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer Turf route and three solid works. She holds a victory at this distance earning her the highest (tie) speed number of the group. A daughter of the great Street Sense, she should take up a credible tracking position ready to vault towards the front.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#6 Ceistech [IRE] (Hill / Proctor) had shown speed in her last and with few speedsters in this race, she could carry the day. She comes into this with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three bullets workouts. This daughter of New Approach [IRE] has the highest overall in the money record of 75% from eight starts.
$1 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#3 Striking Style (Cintron / Matz) should be forwardly placed which should aid her cause. This gal holds a couple of very good last out speed numbers and two successful workouts. She has the second best overall in the money record at 72%. This daughter of Smart Strike will be stretching out a furlong for this race.

10 CENT Superfecta

#1 Kittens Point  /  #10 Courtesean  /  #6 Ceisteach [IRE]  /  #3 Striking Style.



Friday's Results
Belmont Park R8.  Optional Claiming.  Our pick, Charm City Girl, finished 3rd for show money of $3.10.
Superfecta went 5-3-1-9.
Bankroll remains the same at $5.96.  We will supplement with a Hamilton for Stakes Saturday.

Superfecta Sunday at Arlington International

Hopefully a sunny Sunday will shine down on our Superfecta play. We finish off our horse racing weekend with a nice maiden Turf race at beautiful Arlington International, as they now call it.

Arlington International Race 5 {1 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Maiden Claiming}
A good group of nine will take to the green in this Maiden claiming race.  A fair number of them are touching close to their maiden win.  There is enough speed to carry the off the pace types through the fractions they like to see.  As with most maiden races it is a challenge to punch the right combination on our 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#9 Gumdrop (Geroux / Stidham) looks good enough to take that stride to victory.  With the highest last out speed number at a longer route, a two race progression, and three solid workouts, she could sit among the leaders and pounce in the stretch. She is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#4 Shakespearian Dream (Marquez / Tomlinson) should challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number and two vibrant workouts.  She has the tactical speed to fit the pace which will make her dangerous.  This gal has the highest speed number at the distance, among this group.

#1 Lady Loreto (Felix / Kassen) could contend with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and three strong peaking workouts.  This mare should be forwardly placed perhaps leading them through quick fractions.

#6 Child of God (Reznikov / Vashchenko) could surprise in her second start off the second highest last out speed number at a longer route and three sharpening type workouts. She will be making the transition from poly to turf and should relish a sweet tracking trip.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#9 Gumdrop  +  #4 Shakespearian Dream  +  #1 Lady Loreto  +  #6 Child of God.



Stakes Saturday Results
Delaware Park R9.  Delaware Handicap--G1.  Our first pick, Princess of Sylmar, finished 2nd for show money of $1.05.  Our second pick, Belle Gallantey, won (1st) for place money of $2.10 and show money of $1.40.  Our third pick, Gamay Noir, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 1-6-2-4.
Bankroll drops a few dimes to $8.44.

Tidy Little Grade One for Stakes Saturday

On this Stakes Saturday we take a peek at a tidy little grade one in the Northeast.

Delaware Park Race 9 {Delaware Handicap~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}
A small, but mighty field of six will go to the starting gate in this annual race. It comes up a little light on speed with only two that sometimes like to be forwardly placed.  The odds on favorite, Princess of Sylmar, is the only one to have raced and won at this distance.  It should be an interesting race.

#6 Princess of Sylmar (Castellano / Pletcher) should be able to dispatch this field with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three solid workouts. As a daughter of Majestic Warrior, she should be tracking the pace closely and launch into the stretch.
$1 WIN  / $1 SHOW.

#1 Belle Gallantey (J. Ortiz / Rodriguez) will contend with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three dynamite workouts. This daughter of Aftermarket should be forwardly placed attempting to hold off any challengers. She will be stretching out to this distance for the first time.
$1 PLACE / $2 SHOW.

#4 Gamay Noir (Centeno / Wolfson) should challenge with a couple of good last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and robust workouts.  A daughter of Harlan's Holiday, she has already notched a win over this track and familiarity with it will aid her cause. Expect her to be closing swiftly.
$1 SHOW.

The Others

The balance of the field should be in the mix.  #3 Molly Morgan (Lanerie / Romans) could be forwardly placed seeking to cash with the third highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and one stout workout.  This daughter of Ghostzapper has the tactical speed to endure.  #2 Flashy American (Cintron / McPeek) should also be tracking the field with a couple of spot on last out speed figs, a three race progression, and one hearty workout.  This daughter of Flashy Bull will be stretching out to this distance for the first time.  Finally, #5 Bryan's Jewel (Toledo / Robertson) has the most experience over this track hitting the board 85% of the time from fourteen starts.  This daughter of Rockport Harbor is a little light on speed figures, but strong on racing performance. She has put in two mighty workouts prepping for this big dance.

10 CENT Superfecta

#6 Princess of Sylmar  /  #1 Belle Gallantey  /  #4 Gamay Noir  /  #3 Molly Morgan, #2 Flashy American, #5 Bryan's Jewel.



Thursday's Results
Arlington International R4.  Claiming.  Our first pick, Big Reward, finished 2nd for show money of $3.00.  Our second pick, Prince of Madness, won (1st) for show money of $2.40.
Superfecta went 4-7-2-1.
Bankroll gets a bump to $9.19.

Furlong Friday Featuring Cali Maidens

On this fantastic Friday, we look at a challenging race for youngsters in Southern California.


Santa Anita Race 4 {5 Furlongs~2 year olds~CA~Maiden Special Weight}
A strong crop of eight youngsters will try their skills in this five furlong contest.  Only two have raced thus far this year.  It should be a very challenging race for all.


#7 Atta' Boy Woody (Trujillo / Hollendorfer) looks like he might get it done in his debut.  This son of Atticus has put in four strong workouts in preparation for this race.  It helps to have trainer, Jerry Hollendorfer, in his corner who has the best 2 year-old, sprint and MSW stats of the entrants in here.
$2 SHOW.


#5 Keegers (Orozco / Metz)  looks to do well in his first start with two solid workouts in the last thirty days.  He a son of Papa Clem, so should be off to a grand career.
$2 SHOW.


Other Wagering Interests


#2 Tribal Echo (Gryder / Pappaprodromou) should do well in his second career start scoring a fourth place finish in his last and sporting two robust workouts.  This son of Tribal Rule will take to the dirt nicely tracking the pace.


#3 Bern (Flores / Knapp) could be successful at first asking based on progeny of Swiss Yodelers doing well with their first starts.  This lad has put in four consistent workouts prepping for this race.


10 CENT Superfecta


#7 Atta' Boy Woody  /  #5 Keegers  /  #2 Tribal Echo  /  #3 Bern.






Thursday's Results
Delaware Park R7.  Dashing Beauty Stakes.  Our first pick, Geeky Gorgeous, finished 4th.  Our second pick, Quiet Honor, finished 6th.  Our third pick, Clear Pasaj, finished out of the money as well.
Superfecta went 3-9-11-10.
Bankroll takes a dive to $27.14.

Horse Racing Weekend Begins with a Sprint

On this pleasant Thursday, we take a look at a highly competitive sprint on the dirt.


Delaware Park Race 7 {Dashing Beauty Stakes~6 furlongs~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}
An excellent crop of eleven gals will go to the gate in this feature stakes race.  They are all equally matched with the top ones coming off extended layoffs. There is plenty of speed to keep the pace heated.  It should be a great race.


#10 Geeky Gorgeous (Bravo / Lopez) is coming off an extended layoff, but has done very well off of them before.  She holds the highest speed number at the distance with a remarkable 90% in the money record from ten starts at same.  Prior to her layoff she was working a four race progression and has put in three superb peaking workouts.  She is the gal to beat.
$1 WIN  / $2 SHOW.


#6 Quiet Honor (Carrasco / Navarro) should challenge with a couple of good last out speed numbers and two robust workouts.  She has a victory at this distance and has a tactical running style that will fit in well in this race that is loaded with speed.
$1 SHOW


#4 Clear Pasaj (Carmouche / Levine) is another that is coming off a longer layoff with a couple of very good last out speed numbers.  She has put in two Solid peaking workouts.  This gal also holds a 90% in the money record from ten starts and has done well off the layoff.
$1 SHOW.
 
Another Wagering Interest


#9 She's Ordained (Quinones / Kreiser) should contend with the second highest last out speed number and a four race progression. She should be running a little off the pace ready to strike in the stretch run.


10 CENT Superfecta


#10 Geeky Gorgeous  / #6 Quiet Honor  /  #4 Clear Pasaj  /  #9 She's Ordained.






Last Superfecta Sunday (6/8) Results
Monmouth Park R11.  Monmouth Stakes--G2. We failed in our effort to score with our 10 CENT Superfecta Box play. Superfecta went 3-1-6-4.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Speaking of Which [IRE], won (1st) for show money of $4.00.
Bankroll dips to $32.24.

Superfecta Sunday on the TURF

Football season is here.  There is no better way to get in the game than to handicap a good TURF race.  On this Superfecta Sunday we take a look at such a race at Belmont Park.

Belmont Park Race 8 {1 1/16 mile~inner TURF~3 year old Up~Allowance}
A field of nine equally matched Turfers take to the grass in this allowance feature.  A fascinating race shapes up as there is minimal to no speed.  A couple of forwardly placed types may take the lead by default.  A significant challenge awaits as any in this field can come away with the victory.  Let's give it a try as we put together our 10 CENT Superfecta box.

#2 Red Vine (Bravo / Clement) has a slight edge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and one efficient workout.  He also holds the highest speed number over the Belmont course.  He should track the pace closely and strike in the stretch.  He is our Bronze Horseshoe runner.
$3.00 SHOW.

#7 Calm Pacific (J. Castellano / C. Brown) will challenge in his second career start.  He has posted the fourth highest last out speed number of the group and has put in three robust workouts.  This guy is another that should track the pace closely unless his connections decide to send him.

#4 Lead Singer (Alvarado / Kimmel) is coming off a longer route in which he posted a decent speed figure and has put in two bullet workouts.  He should be forwardly placed and may cruise to victory or at least a good finish.

#6 Valid (Saez / McLaughlin) should be in the mix with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two superb workouts.  He is another that should be tracking the pace closely ready to swoop into the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Red Vine  +  #7 Calm Pacific  +  #4 Lead Singer  +  #6 Valid.



Stakes Saturday Results
Delaware Park R7.  Kent--G3.  Our first pick, Are You Kidding Me, won (1st) for win money of $4.80 and show money of $3.30.  Our second pick, Saint Vigeur, was scratched.  Our third pick, Majestic Jess [IRE], finished 5th.
Due to the scratched we bounced our 10 CENT Superfecta effort.  Superfecta went 2-3-7-4.
Bankroll picks up a buck to settle at $16.39.

Stakes Saturday at Delaware

On this wonderful Stakes Saturday we take in a nice Turf route at Delaware Park.

Delaware Park Race 7 {Kent~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
A truly equal group of eight will take to the TURF in this graded stakes race.  The field is coming in from all over the finest tracks along the East Coast.  All have comparable speed numbers over the surface and distance.  Any one of these guys could be victorious.  It should be a very exciting race.

#2 Are You Kidding Me (Maragh / Attfield) looks ready with the fourth highest (3-way tie) last out speed number and four superlative workouts.  He shares the second highest speed number with three others.  Expect him to run very close to the pace seeking to launch a strong drive in the stretch.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.

#8 Saint Vigeur (A. Castellano / C. Brown) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number prior to a two month freshening and four solid workouts.  This guy should also be close to the pace.  He has been in the money in all but one of his seven career starts.
$2 PLACE / $2 SHOW.

#1 Majestic Jess [IRE] (McCarthy / Saville) could surprise with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one hearty workout.  Expect this one to track the pace and move quickly through the turn and into the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Michael With Us (Saez / D'Mauro) should contend sharing the fourth highest last out speed number and putting in two athletic workouts.  This lad also shares the second highest speed number at the distance.  Should the pace heat up he will use his closing capability to great advantage.

#7 Hard Enough (Centeno / Dibona) will have an impact as the probable front runner sharing the fourth highest last out speed number and two hearty peaking workouts.  He is the only one in the field who has notched a win at this distance.

10 CENT Superfecta

#2 Are You Kidding Me / #8 Saint Vigeur / #1 Majestic Jess [IRE] / #3 Michael With Us, #7 Hard Enough.



Friday's Results
Churchill Downs R5.  Allowance.  Our first pick, Hard Aces, finished 3rd for show money of $3.00.  Our second pick, Strike One, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 5-6-4-1.
Bankroll sheds a buck and dips to $15.29.