Stakes Saturday in Florida

A nice Saturday for Horse racing.  Today we take a peek at a competitive graded stakes race in warm and sunny Florida.

Gulfstream Park Race 9 {Harlan's Holiday~G3~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A good field of nine will go to the gate in this annual contest. There is enough speed to create a fluid pace. Speed numbers are fairly close. It should be a terrific race as Gulfstream ramps up its Championship season.

#7 Fear the Cowboy (Castellano / Loza) could have the edge with the second highest last out speed number and a two race progression. This guy loves the track and the distance. He is a strong 65% in the money from twenty-six starts. A son of Cowboy Cal, he should take up a tracking position and strike in the stretch.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#3 Destin (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) will take up the challenge with the third highest last out speed number at a longer route and two sturdy workouts. He is another that relishes the distance and the track. This lad is 64% in the money from fourteen starts. A son of Giant's Causeway, he should track the pace closely, ready to duel in the stretch.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#2 Mr. Jordan (Zayas / Plesa) should challenge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one stout workout. This veteran is yet another that enjoys immensely the distance and the Gulfstream Park circuit. A son of Kantharos, he has the tactical speed to stay right on the pace and get the jump in the stretch.

$1 SHOW.

#5 Page McKenney (Karamanos / Eppler) should contend with a couple of good last out speed numbers and one strong workout. He does hold the highest speed number at the distance. A grizzled veteran, he is 75% in the money from fifty-two starts. A son of Eavesdropper, he should track the pace closely.

10 CENT Superfecta

#7 Fear the Cowboy  /  #3 Destin  /  #2 Mr. Jordan, #5 Page McKenney  /  ALL.

Furlong Friday Results

Delta Downs R8.  Allowance. Our selection, Its a Journey, finished 5th.

Superfecta went 7-6-5-2.

Bankroll gets nipped dipping to $58.22.

 

Furlong Friday at Delta

Thank goodness for Furlong Friday. We take in a dirt sprint down Louisiana way.

Delta Downs Race 8 {7 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Allowance}

A nice field of nine will hit the dirt in this night time allowance race. There is sufficient speed to build-up a decent pace. Speed numbers are fairly close with only six in the field covering this distance. It should be a great battle to the wire. 

#8 Its A Journey (G. Melancon / Amoss) comes in from Churchill Downs as the only one in the field has yet to race on the Delta track. She shows a couple good last out speed numbers. She should be traveling relatively close to the pace setters ready to strike in the stretch. Dropping in from a more competitive event, she should make a nice improvement.

#2 SHOW.

#6 Panoe (D. Velazquez / Berndt) should challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one solid workout. She enjoys this track as she has hit the board in both of her efforts over it. This gal should track and go.

#3 Night Parade (J. Melancon / Whited) should be in the mix with the fourth highest last out speed number, an eight race progression, and one strong workout. She favors this track having won in all four of her runs over it. Look for her to track the pace closely.

#2 Lucky Loretta (Martin / Berndt) could go off as the favorite with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one stout workout. She has three wins over the Delta Downs track from four races. This lady should track the pace, but has shown some zip in a previous effort.

10 CENT Superfecta

#8 Its A Journey  /  #6 Panoe  /  #3 Night Parade, #2 Lucky Loretta  /  ALL.

Last Superfecta Sunday (12/10) Results

Woodbine R10.  Valedictory--G3.  We misfired on our 20 CENT Superfecta box effort hitting only two of the four wagering interests required for a win. Superfecta went 2-11-4-1.

Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Tasseron, finished a disappointing 10th.

Bankroll gets crashed, falling to $61.02.

Stakes Saturday at Keeneland

We roll into Stakes Saturday to take a look at a terrific graded stakes route at Keeneland.

Keeneland Race 9 [Fayette~G2~1 1/8 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A great group of nine will take to the polytrack in this feature graded stakes race.  There is enough speed in her to keep the pace honest.  Interestingly, only four have raced over the Keeneland poly.  All have comparable speed numbers which should make this a smashing contest.

#7 Wilcox Inn (Graham / Stidham) looks primed to take on this talented field with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two serious peaking workouts.  This son of Harlan's Holiday likes to come from off the pace and takes nicely to synthetic surfaces.  Everything may go his way.
$1 WIN / $2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.

#4 Nikki's Sandcastle (Goncalves / Kassen) should challenge with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, the highest speed number at the distance, a two race progression, and four fierce peaking workouts.  This handsome son of Castiedale [IRE] should track the pace closely over a surface he relishes.
$1 PLACE / $2 SHOW.

#3 Set the Sail (Bridgmohan / Lopresti) will contend with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and three superb workouts.  He appears to be a turf specialist, but his works over the Keeneland poly have been very good.  A son of Mizzen Mast, he has supreme tactical speed that will allow him to stay close as the pace develops.
$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 Lea (Hernandez / Stall) appears ready to put his versatile running style to good use with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three hearty workouts.  A son of First Samurai, he should get this distance well.  Additionally, he has the best overall in the money record, posting 88% in nine starts.

#1 Villandry (Castanon / Lopresti) should be in the mix with the fourth highest last out speed number and two efficient workouts.  This guy enjoys the poly surface and should be charging hard in the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta

#7 Wilcox Inn / #4 Nikki's Sandcastle / #3 Set the Sail / #8 Lea, #1 Villandry.



Friday's Results
Delta Downs R8.  My Trusty Cat Stakes.  Our first pick, Ima Three Blinger, finished 2nd for show money of $10.40.  Our second pick, Lady Grantham, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 4-6-7-1.
Bankroll jumps to $112.58.

Furlong Friday at Delta Downs

Let's take in a two turn sprint at the Louisiana "Bull Ring".

Delta Downs Race 8 {My Trusty Cat Stakes~7 furlongs~2 year old~fillies~Stakes}
A dandy field of seven will make the start in this feature stakes sprint.  There is enough speed in here to assure a hearty pace.  Most of these young gals have raced well and have secured decent speed numbers in their first few starts.  It should be a very fine race.

#6 Ima Three Blinger (Saenz / Broberg) may have the edge with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and one stout workout.  She has already secured a victory around the Delta Downs track.  With a significant pace she could track down this field.
$2 SHOW.

#1 Lady Grantham (J. Melancon / Brinkman) should challenge with the third highest last out speed number and a two race progression.  She has a victory at this distance which aids her cause.  This filly should be able to show some speed.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Bahnah (Lanerie / Calhoun) will be the consensus favorite with the highest speed number over a dirt surface. She has trained well for this event with three superb workouts.  She is another expected to show speed out of the gate.

#4 Synapse (G. Melancon / Leggio) could contend with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two sharp peaking workouts. She should be tracking the pace aiming for position around the final turn.

10 CENT Superfecta

#6 Ima Three Blinger / #1 Lady Grantham / #5 Bahnah / #4 Synapse.



Thursday's Results
Belmont Park R9.  Basket Weave Stakes.  Our first pick, North Slope, finished 2nd for $1.35 in show money.  Our second pick, Calm Pacific, finished 3rd for show money of $1.60.  Our third pick, Joha, won (1st) for show money of $1.65.
Superfecta went 6-4-3-2.
Bankroll gains a few dimes to settle at $106.28.

Calder Turf, Warm and Wonderful

We are back on an exciting Stakes Saturday looking at a classic Turf race at venerable Calder Race Course.

Calder Racecourse Race 9 {W.L. McKnight~G2~1 1/2 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A beautiful day in the Miami area will shine down on the horses.  This race comes up as a competitive one with a field of ten to start on the grass.  Very little speed may give the front runners an edge.  Most of the field will be tracking and closing in this one.  Could be an opportunity for all these talented horses.

#1 Ioya Bigtime (J. Sanchez / Block) may have the edge as the only speedster in the race.  This guy could control the pace on the front.  He holds the fourth highest speed number, a two race progression, and three superb workouts.  He could out dash the favorite.
$1 WIN / $2 SHOW.

#5 Forte Dei Marmi [GB] (G. Saez / Attfield) is the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number, the highest speed number at the distance, and two robust workouts.  He will be coming late, hoping for a decent pace.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.

#9 Prince Will I Am (Jara / Nihei) should be a contender with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one solid workout.  He should be tracking the pace and launch into the stretch rapidly.
$1 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#8 Center Divider (L. Saez / Walsh) has run up against some mighty competition at this distance and has yet to find himself in the money.  This race presents an honest opportunity for him to get some cha ching.  He has a couple of decent last out speed numbers and three robust workouts.  He will press the pace.

10 CENT Superfecta

#1 Ioya Bigtime, #5 Forte Dei Marmi [GB] / #1, #5 / #9 Prince Will I Am, #8 Center Divider / #9, #8.



Last Stakes Saturday (11/17) Results
Delta Downs R7.  Delta Downs Jackpot--G3.  Our first pick, Bern Identity, finished 2nd for show money of $2.60.  Our second pick, Goldencents, won (1st) for show money of $3.40.
Superfecta went 9-1-4-5.
Bankroll gets a small rise to $7.96.

Searching for a Jackpot

The first big money stakes race where Kentucky Derby 139 hopefuls gather will be down in good old Louisiana.  A fitting venue for Stakes Saturday.

Delta Downs Race 7 {Delta Downs Jackpot~G3~1 1/16 mile~2 year old~Stakes}
An exciting field of nine will make their way over the bullring style track.  This three turn mile and sixteenth race will challenge both equine athlete and jockey alike.  There is a good deal of speed mixed with the forwardly placed followed by the trackers/closers.  it should be a very competitive race with any of these with the chance to notch a win.

#1 Bern Identity (Lopez / Breen) could go off as the favorite having already got a win over the track.  He holds the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one bullet workout.  He has the tactical speed to stay close and then launch himself into the straight.
$2 SHOW.

#9 Goldencents (Krigger / O'Neill) should share front running duties if he can get a clean break from the outside post.  He holds the third highest last out speed number and has put in two strong workouts.  He should be in prime shape making his third career start.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Central Banker (Mena / Stall) will challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number at a sprint, a four race progression, and two sturdy workouts.  He will be stretching out for this one and should be staying close to the leaders.  His strike into the stretch should be a good one.

#6 Itsmyluckyday (Serpa / Plesa) should also be a contender with a win at this distance, a couple of decent last out speed numbers and three endurance producing workouts.  This guy should be able to track comfortably and see how the race develops.

10 CENT Superfecta

#1 Bern Indentity / #9 Goldencents / #3 Central Banker / #6 Itsmyluckyday.



Friday's Results
Aqueuct R7.  Optional Claiming.  Our first pick, Scampering, won (1st) for win money of $1.60.  Due to a couple of scratches there was no SHOW wagering.  Our second pick, Inimitable Romanee, was scratched.  Our third pick, Holiday's Jewel, finished 4th (last).
NO 10 CENT Superfecta was offered for this race.
Bankroll gains a few cents to close at $6.06.

Sunday Turfing at Churchill

Sunday concludes another wonderful horse racing weekend.  Today we take a gander at a Turf race at magnificent Churchill Downs.

Churchill Downs Race 9 {1 mile~TURF~3 year old~fillies/mares~Allowance}
Thunderstorms are predicted and they could wash this one off the turf.  A full field of twelve are expected to make the start.  All of these gals are closely matched in ability.

#12 Artemus Kitten (Goncalves / Maker) looks much the best with the second highest last out speed number at a longer route, the highest speed number at the distance, and three excellent workouts.  She could close down this field in swift fashion.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.

#8 Startling Beauty (Hernandez / Arnold) appears ready for a strong challenge with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route, the second highest speed number at the distance and one fierce bullet workout.  She could track the pace and get first jump in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Jamacian Ginger (Bridgmohan / Wilkes) could surprise coming off a decent layoff sharing the fourth highest last out speed number, having been in the midst of a two race progression, and putting in four fantastic, peaking workouts.  She will be among the pace trackers.

#2 Gypsy [GB] (Prado / Motion) will be among the contenders if it stays on Turf.  She holds a 66% in the money record while racing in France.  Prior to her lengthy layoff she won her last race, a longer route, and was on the verge of a two race progression.  In preparation for this race she put in four tremendous workouts.  She could be victorious.

A Mudder Alternative
Should this race move to the slop and mud there are two fillies to consider.

#13 Globe Trot (Albarado / Romans) is signed up for the main track only (MTO) and has competed well over an off track.  Holding the highest speed number in such conditions while in the money in her two efforts.

#7 Bonita Muneca (Castanon / A. Rodriguez) will be on the Turf with the rest, but deserves a look if it comes off the grass.  She holds the second highest speed number for an off track and has scored some purse cash in two of three outings in the muck.

10 CENT Superfecta

#12 Artemus Kitten / #8 Startling Beauty / #6 Jamacian Ginger, #2 Gypsy [GB] / #6, #2.



Stakes Saturday Results
Delta Downs R7.  DD Jackpot.  Our first choice, My Adonis, joined in a speed duel and finished 9th.  Our second pick, Sabercat, won (1st) for show money of $5.60.  Our third pick, Tiz Moe, finished 8th.
Bankroll gets nipped to $23.55.

Ole` The Bullring

A Stakes Saturday awakens.  Today we peer at a race that essentially begins the road to the 2012 Kentucky Derby.  It is the Jackpot at Delta Downs.  The winner of this race will most assuredly be guaranteed a start at KD 138, notwithstanding any injuries.

Delta Downs Race 7 {Delta Downs Jackpot~G3~1 1/16 mile~2 year old~Stakes}
This showcase race can be considered the unofficial start of the Kentucky Derby trail.  An excellent field of ten will be assembled for the start.  This years field of exceptional two year olds have the talent to make it to the gate on the first day of May 2012.  Expect a few minutes of heart pounding excitement as they race around the little track that could.

#5 My Adonis (Trujillo / Breen) has a slight edge having already been around "the bullring" with the third highest (tie) last out speed number and two strong, peaking workouts.  This guy will be forwardly placed ready to strike in the stretch of this six furlong oval.
$2 SHOW.

#8 Sabercat (Melancon / Asmussen) will be a contender sharing the third highest last out speed number and putting in three significant, peaking workouts.  He could be in mid-pack ready to unleash a bit of speed in the stretch to the finish.
$2 SHOW.

#3 Tiz Moe (Theriot / Calhoun) this colt could be the surprise of the race with a couple of decent speed numbers in his two race career.  He too has been around the Delta Downs track.  In prepping for this race he has put in two superb workouts.  He gets a bronze horseshoe for one that could improve greatly.
$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#6 Drill (M. Garcia / Baffert) is the odds-on favorite for this race with a grade one win already under his saddlecloth.  He holds the highest speed number at the distance and has put in the best set of, er, drills for this race.  A workout tab of four sensational, peaking workouts.  Clearly the one to beat, but can he handle this tiny little track from a mid-post position?  We will see.  No matter how he does, he will be a strong contender on the KD 138 trail.

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 My Adonis / #8 Sabercat / #3 Tiz Moe / #6 Drill.



Friday's Results
Hollywood Park R3. Msw.  Our first pick, Global Domination, finished 2nd for show money of $2.40.  Our second pick, Vader, finished 9th.  (The dark side must have got him.)  Our third pick, High Test, won (1st) for show money of $2.20.
Superfecta went 5-2-10-3.
Bankroll gets a chill to $24.05.

Seven Furlong Sunday

To conclude our horse raing weekend we look at two superb seven furlong races; An allowance at Churchill Downs and a stakes race at Hollywood Park.

Churchill Downs Race 8 {7 furlongs~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Allowance}
A satisfying field of nine will make the start in this nice allowance feature.  Jackie's Express (Leparoux / McPeek) will be the odds on favorite, desevedly so.  She holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three great workouts.  Miss Dixie Rose (Borel / Hanna) is best positioned to be the surprise in her second start off a significant layoff.  She holds the highest (tie) last out speed number and two robust workouts.  Concert (Pedroza / Oliver) looks ready with two fourth highest last out speed numbers, a four race progression, and two solid workouts.  Lil' Moor Dixie (Gongalzes / Foley) is coming off a mile route with three strong workouts.  She is ready to scoup a piece of the purse.  Queen of Dreams (Rossi / Adkins) is also in for a piece of the purse coming off a longer route and purshing through two peaking workouts.  Let's play a seven furlong at Churchill Downs.

$2 SHOW:  #7 Jackie's Express.
#2 SHOW:  #8 Miss Dixie Rose.
10 CENT Superfecta:  #7 Jackie's Express / #8 Miss Dixie Rose / #2 Concert / #4 Lil' Moor Dixie, #5 Queen of Dreams.

Hollywood Race 7 {Moccasin~7 furlongs~2 year old~fillies~Stakes}
What a nice stakes race with a small field of six.  Any one of these gals are capable of winning this race.  It is that competitive for these youngsters.  Zazu (Smith / Sadler) looks primed with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four superlative workouts.  Sugarinthemorning (Valenzuela / McAnally) will be looking for the victory near the front end of this field with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four sensational, peaking workouts.  Turbulent Descent (Flores / Puype) should go off as the favorite with the highest last out speed number having run only one race and the best workout tab of four high energy, peaking workouts.  Tales in Excess (Rosario / Hollendorfer) will challenge the group with the highest overall speed number and three stamina inducing workouts.  This one will be a tough call for even the most practiced handicapper.  Let's play seven furlongs at Hollywood Park.

$2 SHOW:  #6 Zazu.
$2 SHOW:  #2 Sugarinthemorning.
10 CENT Superfecta:  #6 Zazu, #2 Sugarinthemorning / #6, #2 / #5 Turbulent Descent, #4 Tales in Excess / #5, #4.

















Saturday's Results
Churchill Downs R9. Mrs. Revere.  Our first pick, Aruna, won (1st) for show money of $2.80.  Our second pick, Fugitive Angel, finished 3rd for show money of $2.80.  With a late scratch, we set-aside our 10 CENT Superfecta.  Nonetheless, superfecta went 5-2-6-7.
Delta Downs R7. Jackpot.  Our first pick, Bug Juice, finished 6th.  Our second pick, Blue Laser, finished 9th.  Superfecta went 1-7-5-9.
Bankroll gets trimmed to $13.00.

A Little Turf; A Little Jackpot

Saturday is for Horse Racing.  Today we look at a couple of very nice stakes races. A 3 year old Turf stakes for talented fillies at Churchill and the Jackpot for 2 year olds at Delta Downs.

Churchill Downs Race 9 {Mrs. Revere~G2~1 1/16 mile~Turf~3 year old~Fillies~Stakes}
A distictive grade two Turf race with eleven talented fillies expected to make the start.  The battle for the victory may come down to three.  Aruna (Dominguez / Motion) may have the most upside potential making her third North American start at a longer route.  She holds the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three stellar workouts.  Fugitive Angel (Napravnik / Shepperd) can be expected to challenge with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two healthy workouts.  Also looking to challenge in the stretch will be Snow Top Mountain (Gomez / Proctor) with the highest overall speed number run over the Churchill track, a decent last out speed number off a longer route and four robust workouts.  Seeking to catch a piece of the purse prize will be Gitchee Goomie (A. Garcia / Violette) with the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route and three tenacious, peaking workouts.  Also looking for a piece of the purse pie will be Stars To Shine (Husbands / Frostad)  This Woodbine invader is coming off a nice last out speed number off a longer route, has a two race progression, and two hearty workouts.  Let's play wonderful Churchill Downs.

$2 SHOW:  #5 Aruna.
$2 SHOW:  #6 Fugitive Angel.
10 CENT Superfecta:  #5 Aruna / #6 Fugitive Angel / #7 Snow Top Mountain / #4 Gitchee Goomie, #9 Stars To Shine.

Delta Downs Race 7 {Jackpot~G3~1 1/16 mile~2 year old~Stakes}
A very good field of ten will go to the gate for this annual affair.  Bug Juice (Castellano / Levine) looks to have a slight edge moving to a route from the highest last out speed number.  Bug Juice should be part of the speed with a four race progression and four fierce workouts.  Blue Laser (Bridgmohan / Casse) will be the prohibitive favorite with two wins at this distance, a three rae progression, and four strong workouts.  Classic Legacy (Talamo / Baffert) will be a chief challenger with a decent last out speed number and three tough workouts.  Sweet Ducky (Bravo / Breen) will be moving to a little longer route with the fourth highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two significant, peaking workouts.  Rush Now (Albarado / A. Dutrow) will be in the mix with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three hearty workouts.  Let's play the Jackpot at Delta Downs.

$2 SHOW:  #6 Bug Juice.
$2 SHOW:  #8 Blue Laser.
10 CENT Superfecta:  #6 Bug Juice / #8 Blue Laser / #2 Classic Legacy / #9 Sweet Ducky, #4 Rush Now.

 















Friday's Results
Hollywood Park R1.  Our first pick, Spring Style [IRE], won (1st) for show money of $2.10.  Our second pick, West Hope [BRZ], finished 5th (last).  Due to the small field, no 10 CENT Superfecta was offered in this race.
Bankroll dips to $5.60.  We will supplement with $10.00 for today's stakes races.

Down in the South at Oaklawn and Delta Downs

Today we look at an Optional Claimer at Oaklawn and an Allowance at Delta Downs.  We are down in the South where the horses run well.

Oaklawn Race 8 {1 1/16 mile~4 year old Up~fillies/mares~Optional Claiming}
A modest group of gals line up for this race.  Miss Atlantic (Berry / Morse) has a slight edge as she has run well over this track posting the highest speed number.  She is also coming off a race in which she has the highest speed number and four nice peaking workouts.  Far East (Hamilton / Von Hemel) looks to be her closest competitor.  She is 100% in the money at the distance and has the best workout tab of the group.  Abby the Great (Rosier / McNair) looks solid at the distance and has put in three strong workouts in preparation for the race. My Angel's Halo (Mojica / Mullins) looks to step forward with a four race progression and two very solid workouts.  Also she has a good jockey / trainer combination.  Let's play Oaklawn.

$2 SHOW:  #6 Miss Atlantic
$2 SHOW:  #2 Far East
10 CENT Superfecta:  #6 Miss Atlantic / #2 Far East / #4 Abby the Great, #7 My Angel's Halo / #4, #7

Delta Downs Race 2 {6 1/2 furlongs~4 year old Up~Allowance}
A solid group of sprinters go to the gate in this one.  Who Let The Cat In (C. Melancon / Bourgeois) looks to be the strongest one in this race. He posted the highest speed number last out, is 100% in the money at the distance, and has posted the best workout tab of the group.  He appears ready for a victory.  Not Too Proud (D.L. Borque / Bemis) looks solid for this one too.  He has posted a decent speed number last out and is has a 100% Win record at this distance.  Justaclown (Saenz / Young) has some very good speed numbers across the board and has run well at Delta Downs.  He should be able to grab a piece of the pie.  Toss For Cash (Borque / Badeaux) shows a nice last out speed number and has coupled that with two solid workouts.  Zarb's Dahar (Judkins / Harrison) has the top speed numbers across the board, a nice two race progression and a nice peaking workout.  He could be a solid factor in the race.  Let's give Delta Downs a shot.

$2 SHOW:  #1 Who Let The Cat In
$2 SHOW:  #5 Not Too Proud
10 CENT Superfecta: #1 Who Let The Cat In / #5 Not Too Proud / #7 Justaclown / #2 Toss For Cash, #3 Zarb's Dahar.
















Last Sunday's Results
Aqueduct R8.  Our first pick, Hour Glass, won (1st) for $2.50 show money.  Our second pick, Lights Off Annie, finished 3rd for $2.60 in show money.  No 10 CENT Superfecta for this race.
Fairgrounds R7.  Our pick, Handleman, finished 2nd for $2.80 in show money.  Superfecta went 9-4-5-8.
Our bankroll sits at $13.10.

Aqueduct. Delta Downs. Jack Pot!

More exciting racing as we make the turn into the weekend. Today an afternoon race at Aqueduct and then under the lights at Delta Downs.

Aqueduct Race 8 {1 mile~3 year old Up~NY Allowance}
This is a great race with some well bred horses. The edge goes to Summer Share (C. Velasquez / Bush) with good last out speed numbers and some good works. This horse will be closing on a track he loves. Star of New York (Castellano / Contessa) will be the one to beat. He will be just off the pace ready to pounce for victory. Star of New York has top speed numbers across the board and has been 100% in the money. Will be very tough to beat. Whirlwind Poppy (Dominguez / Maker) will be the speed and has put in some monster works leading up to this. He should hold on for a piece of the purse. Cat Three Approach (Prado / Hernandez) and Joey's Chance (Hill / Kelly) will show continued improvement with this race and are capable of grabbing a share. Let's play Aqueduct.

$2 SHOW: #1 Summer Share
10 CENT Superfecta: #1 Summer Share / #6 Star of New York / #5 Whirlwind Poppy / #4 Cat Three Approach, #7 Joey's Chance.

Delta Downs Race 9 {Delta Downs Jackpot~G3~1 1/16 mile~2 year old~Stakes}
This will be an exciting race under the lights. Rule (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) will be the horse to beat with the highest speed number of the eight that will go to the gate. Only one horse has raced at this distance, Gallant Gent (Desormeaux / Lewis). We believe Gran Slam Andre (Sellers / Asmussen) will take this one closing for the wire. He as put in the best work outs, has decent race progression, and good speed numbers last out. Bench the Judge (Melancon / Smith) figures to do well with good works and a good last out speed number. Oak Motte (Saenz / Amoss) looks to do well also. Trainer, Thomas Amoss, has a solid win percentage (26%) with 2 year olds and has given this guy some good works leading into this race. Let's try to hit a jackpot at Delta Downs.

$2 SHOW: #4 Grand Slam Andre
10 CENT Superfecta: #4 Grand Slam Andre / #8 Oak Motte / #6 Bench the Judge / #3 Rule

Thursday's Results
Aqueduct R3. Our pick, Brother Keith, finished out of the money in 4th.
Calder R8. Our pick, Convoy, scratched from the race. Consequently we did not play the superfecta.
Our bankroll has dipped to $13.30.