Stakes Saturday Where the Surf meets the Turf

 We take in a great grade one sprint battle on this Stakes Saturday.

Del Mar Race 10 {Bing Crosby Stakes~G1~6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A super competitive field of twelve will hit the dirt in this annual grade one event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed in this race to keep it hot. Speed numbers are very close. Only four have not raced over the Del Mar track. Three millionaires make an effort to add to their earnings stacks. It should be the best race on the day.

#7 Anarchist (R Vazquez / O'Neill) should track the pace closely and launch into the stretch. He comes in from Belmont with the highest last out speed number and four power workouts. This lad loves the surface and distance. A son of Distorted Humor, he is 80% in the money from ten career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#4 The Chosen Vron (Berrios / E. Kruljac) will be part of the speed crew on or near the front end. He holds the second highest last out speed number and four superb peaking workouts. Undefeated at the distance with two victories he comes in with seven wins in a row. A son of Vronsky, he is 93% in the money from sixteen career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#11 Dr. Schivel (JJ Hernandez / Glatt) shows the fourth highest last out speed number and four dynamic workouts. He should be forwardly placed. This guy loves the distance and the Del Mar track having hit the board everytime at each. A millionaire son of Violence, he is 58% in the money from seventeen starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 C Z Rocket (Desormeaux / P. Miller) should chase the pace closely and strike in the stretch. He shares the third highest (3-way tie) last out speed number and two strong peaking workouts. A millionaire son of City Zip, he is 65% in the money from forty career starts.   

#2 Spirit of Makena (Bravo / Papaprodromou) is a lightly raced winner at the distance. A speedster that shares that third highest last out speed number and four progressive workouts. Son of Ghostzapper, he is 100% itm from five starts.

#10 American Theorem (Rispoli / Papaprodromou) holds the top speed fig among this group over the track. Comes in with four hearty workouts. A son of American Pharoah, he is 53% itm from fifteen starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#7 Anarchist  //  #4 The Chosen Vron,  #11 Dr. Schivel,  #8 C Z Rocket,  #2 Spirit of Makena,  #10 American Theorem.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#4,  #11,  #8,  #2,  #10  //  #7 Anarchist.  

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

Going Long on the Turf along the Jersey Shore

 Off we go to one of the Premiere North American tracks to wager and watch on a grade one Turf race along the Jersey shore.

Monmouth Park Race 11 {United Nations~G1~1 3/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A very competitive field of nine will hit the grass in this annual contest.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is some speed to get the pace rolling, but we can expect a Euro-style quickening as they head into the stretch. Speed numbers are fairly close. Only three in the field have gone this exact distance, with a few having gone longer coming into the race. It should be a spectacular race.

#5 Limited Liability (J. Velazquez / McGaughey) comes in off a longer Turf race where he earned the fourth highest last out speed number and four super strong peaking workouts. He will be part of the tracker crew which dominated the field. A son of Kitten's Joy, he is 80% in the money from ten career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2  PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#9 Red Knight (Gaffalione / Maker) will show his experience at this distance and pose a mighty challenge. He holds the highest last out speed number and three fierce workouts. This nine year-old gelding will be running late. A son of Pure Prize, he is 62% in the money from thirty-five career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#6 Planetario [BRZ] (M. Smith / Mandella) comes in from California to battle this hard knocking crew. He holds a good last out speed number and three strengthening workouts. This lad will be part of the tracker posse. A son of Il Doge [BRZ], he is 63% in the money from eleven career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#7 Yamato (L. Saez / Maker) will be cutting back in distance with a solid last out speed number and one powerful bullet workout. Another tracker looking to fight when the true racing begins. A six year-old gelded son of Artie Schiller, he is 59% in the money from twenty-seven starts.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Catnip (Rosario / Stidham) holds the second highest speed number showing a three win streak. Another son of Kitten's Joy, he is 72% itm from seven starts. Should travel close to the pace.

#8 Foreign Relations (Cannon / C. Murphy) posted three triple digit speed figs in a row and three exceptional peaking workouts. Son of Karakonite [JPN], he is 50% itm from eight starts. Should track the pace closely.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#5 Limited Liability  //  #9 Red Knight,  #6 Planetario [BRZ],  #7 Yamato,  #3 Catnip,  #8 Foreign Relations.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#9,  #6,  #7,  #3,  #5  //  #5 Limited Liability.

Best of luck to all on your Haskell Day wagers as well as your other tickets across the North American racing scene!!!

Superfecta Sunday at Saratoga

Summer racing is where its at.  Saratoga brings some of the best and brightest onto the Thoroughbred racing scene.

Saratoga Race 9 {1 3/16 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Allowance}
A superb group of thirteen gals will strut onto the Turf in this allowance feature.  There is enough speed to keep the pace sharp.  This group has parity in terms of the speed figs.  It is a great challenge to try to stitch together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#12 Fizzy Pink [GB] (I. Ortiz / C. Brown) looks to be in top form to stretch out at this distance with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four stellar peaking workouts.  She has run over the Saratoga green in an in the money effort.  This gal is our Bronze Horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.

#9 Princess Mara (Alvarado / Quick) will challenge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer Turf route, a two race progression, and one blazing workout.  She should be on the lead or forwardly placed ready to score.

#6 Kitten's Queen (Castellano / Maker) should contend with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and two hearty peaking workouts.  This gal will be stretching out, but should be able to grab this distance with a nice tracking attack.

#5 Silky [IRE] (Lezcano / Goldberg) should be in the mix with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and one robust workout.  She is coming off a longer route where she placed fourth.  This gal has posted a victory at this distance across the pond.  She should get the pace to close into swiftly.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#12 Fizzy Pink [GB]  +  #9 Princess Mara  +  #6 Kitten's Queen  +  #5 Silky [IRE].



Stakes Saturday Results
Saratoga R10.  Diana--G1.  Our first pick, Abaco, finished 4th.  Our second pick, Alterite [FR], finshed 8th.  Our third pick, Strathnaver [GB], finished 6th.
Superfecta went 3-6-9-2.
Bankroll implodes to $0.89.  We will supplement with a fin for this Superfecta Sunday.

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.

Santa Anita after Christmas

Merry Christmas to all.

To start our horse racing weekend on the day after Christmas.  We take a look at a wonderful grade one sprint. Thursday, at beautiful Santa Anita.

Santa Anita Race 8 {Malibu~G1~7 furlongs~3 year old~Stakes}
A tough bunch of twelve will sprint from the gate in this annual affair.  There is so much speed in this one, it should be a sizzling pace.  It is probable that a horse that can rate or even one coming from off the pace, might have a slight advantage.  It should be a doosey of a race.

#4 Flashback (Rosario / Baffert) looks ready to flourish among this field with the third highest (3-way tie) last out speed number and three robust workouts.  He has the tactical speed to stay close to the leaders and punch it into the stretch.  This guy is proficient at the distance and loves the Santa Anita track.
$2 SHOW.

#7 Central Banker (Talamo / Stall) could benefit from a heated pace with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two solid workouts.  Expect him to track the pace closely and push the button coming into the stretch. He was last seen a Fair Grounds and relishes the dirt.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Zeewat (Bejarano / Hollendorfer) is another that could benefit from a hot pace sharing the third highest last out speed number, working a two race progression, and putting in three significant workouts.  Much like most in here, is capable of finding the winners circle.

#11 Distinctiv Passion (Maldonado / Bonde) is one of a half dozen speedsters in this race.  He holds the highest (tie) last out speed number, a four race progression, and four sensational peaking bullet workouts.  He appears primed and ready to run off with this one.

10 CENT Superfecta

#4 Flashback  /  #7 Central Banker  /  #5 Zeewat  /  #11 Distinctiv Passion.



Last Superfecta Sunday (12/22) Results
Betfair Hollywood Park R10.  King Glorious Stakes.  We abandoned the 10 CENT Superfecta Box play due to the scratch of our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Mass Transit.
Superfecta went 8-11-2-10.
Bankroll remains the same $62.83.

Superfecta Sunday is OK

We roll into another Superfecta Sunday.  Can you believe this year is almost over?  Today we take a look at an extremely competitive race in good old Oklahoma.

Remmington Park Race 9 {Springboard Mile~1 mile~2 year olds~Stakes}
A significant field of twelve will run in this wonderful dirt mile.  Only five have gone this distance or longer; the rest will be stretching out.  There is so much speed in here that the pace could turn into a sizzle leaving those that like to come off the pace with clear advantage.  It appears to be a tremendous handicappers challenge to cobble together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket.  Let's give it a crack.

#5 Smack Smack (Barton / Von Hemel) could have a slight advantage with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four superlative peaking workouts.  This guy will be tracking the pace waiting to make his move into the stretch.  He is our Bronze Horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.

#12 Guns Loaded (Berry / Autrey) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two snappy peaking workouts.  Expect him to track the pace closely and move swiftly out of the turn.  He appears to be a capable runner seeking to stretch out.

#9 Boji Moon (Thompson / Richard) could be the favorite coming off a graded route with a decent speed number.  His three superb workouts put him in nice form.  This guy should be forwardly placed patiently waiting to make his assault.

#8 Noble Cornerstone (Desormeaux / Ward) will be making his second career start with the highest last out speed number and one dashing workout.  His lone race earned him the win.  This guy is capable of the stretch out.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Smack Smack  +  #12 Guns Loaded  +  #9 Boji Moon  +  #8 Noble Cornerstone.



Stakes Saturday Results
Hollywood Park R9.  Cash Call Futurity--G1.  Our first pick, Shared Belief, won (1st) for win money of $4.00 and show money of $4.20.  Our second pick, Bond Holder, finished 4th.  Our third pick, Tap It Rich, finished 11th.
Superfecta went 6-4-2-3.
Bankroll gets smacked and drops to $74.78.

Stakes Saturday in Hollywood

Once again we venture into the starry atmosphere of Hollywood Park to witness youngsters battle their way to the winners circle.

Betfair Hollywood Park Race 9 {Cash Call Futurity~G1~1 1/16 mile~2 year old~Stakes}
An exceptionally talented group of thirteen will go to the start in one of the great races of the Fall season.  There is simply not a lot of speed in here, but these lads are young and may adapt learnedly.  Speed numbers at the distance and over the surface are relatively comparable.  With great pedigrees coupled with the large field, this race could be the most exciting of the weekend.

#6 Shared Belief (Nakatani / Hollendorfer) could be the odds on favorite with the absolute highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four stellar workouts.  This son of Candy Ride [ARG] is primed for this race and could come out of it as one of the most talked about aspirants going into the Derby season.  He should be forwardly placed ready to strike when coaxed into action.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.

#3 Bond Holder (Gutierrez / O'Neill) should challenge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three stamina producing workouts.  A son of the great Mineshaft, he should be setting up for a magnificent closing run.  This guy ranks second (tie) in terms of speed number at the distance.
$2 PLACE / $2 SHOW.

#5 Tap It Rich (Smith / Baffert) will contend sharing the third highest last out speed number and three endurance workouts.  This son of Tapit should be tracking the pace closely ready to pounce going into the stretch.  He also shares the second highest speed number at the distance, though he has not yet raced over a synthetic surface.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Tamarando (Bejarano / Hollendorfer) should be in the mix with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three superb workouts. A son of Bertrando, he could be closing swftly.  He holds the highest speed number at the distance and is the most expierenced runner in the field with an 85% in the money record in seven starts.

#9 Karma King (Talamo / Dollase) could surprise with another notable improvement.  He has posted a couple of good last out speed numbers and is one of a number that are 100% in the money in all their starts; in his case three.  A son of Pure Prize, he should be on the front end seeking to hold on for a piece of the purse pie.

10 CENT Superfecta

#6 Shared Belief  /  #3 Bond Holder  /  #5 Tap It Rich  /  #2 Tamarando, #9 Karma King.



Friday's Results
Betfair Hollywood Park R5.  Maiden Special Weight.  Our first pick, Nooten, finished 7th.  Our second pick, Hye I'm Jack, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 7-10-2-8.
Bankroll gets raked and dips to $77.78.

Superfecta Sunday at Sunland Park

On this Superfecta Sunday let's take in a powerful Stakes sprint in Ol' New Mexico.

Sunland Park Race 8 {NM Racing Commission Handicap~6 furlongs~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~NM~Stakes}
A healthy field of seven will go to the gate in this stakes sprint.  All but one are coming into this with a brief freshening. There is plenty of speed to make it a very swift race.  There are a few in here with a versatile running style that should tamp down on a torrid pace.  Let's try to weave a winning 10 CENT Superfecta ticket.

#5 Rose's Desert (Shepherd / Fincher) may be the odds on favorite with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two superb workouts.  She is a crafty one that should track the pace and explode into the stretch.  She is 100% in the money at this distance in six starts.  Definitely the one to beat.

#3 Little Valdalia (Eikleberry / Evans) should challenge bravely with a decent last out speed number and one significant workout.  She has a versatile running style that she will match to the pace.  She is another with a stellar in the money record of 80% at the distance in five starts.  She is our Bronze Horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.

#1 Dawn if Affirmed (Maderia / Marr) should be in contention with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two excellent workouts.  She should share front running duties and has the capability of wiring the field.

#4 Gossip Dome (Juarez / Mikkleson) could surprise with a couple of good last out speed numbers, a three race progression, and two hearty workouts.  She has the most experience at this distance having hit the board nine of eleven times.  This gal will wait for the pace to develop and launch into the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Rose's Desert  +  #3 Little Valdivia  +  #1 Dawn is Affirmed  +  #4 Gossip Dome.



Stakes Saturday Results
Betfair Hollywood Park R6.  Hollywood Starlet--G1.  Our first pick, Taste Like Candy, finished 2nd for show money of $3.60.  Our second pick, Untapable, finished 3rd for show money of $4.40.  Our third pick, Bajan, finished off the board.
Superfecta went 7-2-5-8.
Bankroll slips a buck to $75.53.

Breeders' Cup Day Two

Stakes Saturday brings us day two of the 2013 Breeders' Cup races.  More interesting is the massive rollover pool of $891,813 in the Pick-5, according to DRF.com.  They also estimate that the Pick-5 pool could mushroom to over $3 million.  For that reason let's look at two early races on today's powerful card.

Santa Anita Race 1 {Breeders' Cup Juvenile TURF Sprint~6 1/2 furlongs~downhill TURF~2 year old~Stakes}
A superlative group of nine youngsters will go to the amazing Santa Anita hill course in the first stakes race on the Breeder's Cup card.  A great amount of speed will keep this one humming as they snake down the hill to the main straightaway.  Anyone these youngsters are capable of making it to the winners circle.

#9 Toowindytohaulrox (Talamo / D'Amato) might have a slight edge with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two strengthening workouts.  This son of Harlan's Holiday will be making his third career start having already notched a win on this downhill course.  He can press or track depending on how the pace develops.
$2 WIN / $3 PLACE / $4 SHOW.

#8 Love In The Desert [GB] (Bejarano / Callaghan) should be the favorite with the highest last out speed number and four superb peaking workouts.  This daughter of Lemon Drop Kid will be coming off a nice layoff as she makes her first North American Start.  She also has the highest speed number over the surface which aids her cause.
$2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.

#2 Richies Party Girl (Espinoza / Ward) could surprise with the second highest speed number over the surface, a last out route race and one bullet workout.  She should be motoring on the front-end.  A daughter of Any Given Saturday, she has already put up two wins in four tries over Turf.
$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#7 Dothraki (Stra / Meredith) should be in the mix with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two hearty peaking workouts.  This guy will be tracking the pace ready to rumble.  A son of Rock Hard Ten, he is one of three that have made the journey downhill with success.

10 CENT Superfecta

#9 Toowindytohaulrox, #8 Love In The Desert [GB] / #9, #8 / #2 Richies Party Girl, #7Dothraki / #2, #7.


Santa Anita Race 5 {Breeders' Cup Filly and Mare Turf~G1~1 1/4 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}
An awesome field of ten will take to the green in this $2 million dollar grade one race.  There is some speed and forwardly placed types in here to keep the pace very honest.  Only two millionaires make an appearance in the race, but a few are on the cusp of that best in class designation.  It is an extremely solid field which should bring some worthwhile excitement to the overall card.

#6 Marketing Mix (Stevens / Proctor) looks like she will press her way to victory with the fourth highest (3-way tie) last out speed number and three hardy workouts.  She also holds the the fourth highest speed number at the distance and the highest over the Santa Anita Turf course.  This daughter of Medaglia d'Oro loves the distance and has the million dollar bank to prove it.
$2 WIN / $3 PLACE / $4 SHOW.

#1 Dank [GB] (Moore / Stoute) is an invader from across the pond who last appeared at Arlington Park to win the Beverly D.  She holds the highest last out speed number, a three race progression and will be firing fresh after a brief sixty day layoff.  This daughter of Dansili [GB] should be tracking the pace closely ready to move smoothly into the stretch.
$2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.

#2 Romantica [GB] (Guyon / Fabre) could go off the favorite as the daughter of the great Euro racer, Galileo [IRE].  She holds the second highest last out speed number and has the highest speed number at the distance.  Expect her to be forwardly placed ready to get first jump on the leaders.  It is not out of the question for her to pull off the victory.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Alterite [FR] (J. Velazquez / C. Brown) will be in the hunt sharing the fourth highest last out speed number, working a two race progression, and putting in two athletic workouts.  She is the daughter of Literato [FR] and will be closing swiftly into a fast pace.  This gal does hold the second highest speed number at the distance.

#10 Kittens Dumplings (Rosario / Maker) should be in the mix with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one robust workout.  She will be closing hard as the daughter of the great Turf sire, Kitten's Joy.  As expected she has done well over the surface, but will be making her first foray at the distance.

10 CENT Superfecta

#6 Marketing Mix / #1 Dank [GB] / #2 Romantica [GB] / #4 Alterite [FR], #10 Kitten's Dumplings.



Friday's Results
Santa Anita R10.  Breeders' Cup Distaff--G1.  Our first show pick, Princess of Sylmar, finished 6th (last).  Our second show pick, Authenticity, finished 3rd for show money of $4.20.
Superfecta went 5-3-2-4.
Bankroll looses a dime and settles at $104.98.

Back to Woodbine for Superfecta Sunday

We go North for some exciting Turf racing on this Superfecta Sunday.   Oh Canada, the horses, the horses are calling....

Woodbine Race 10 {Canadian International~G1~1 1/2 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A magnificent field of eleven will go to the green in this annual high level contest.  There is some speed and forwardly placed types to keep the pace singing.  This is a highly competitive field with anyone of these horses capable of getting to the winners circle.  Once again we shall attempt to put together a triumphant 20 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#11 Slumber [GB] (M. Smith / Mott) has a slight edge with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two superb peaking workouts.  This will be his third race of the year.  He has the ability to stay close to the pace and sleek through the pack in the stretch run. This guy is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$4 SHOW.

#5 Joshua Tree [IRE] (Moore / Dunlop) loves this course.  He was last seen racing in France and secured a very good Racing Post rating.  By default he may lead this group through steady fractions and explode in the stretch gaining another victory at this event.  The well traveled veteran is 100% in the money at Woodbine over three starts.

#8 Forte Dei Marmi [GB] (Da Silva / Attfield) should challenge with a couple of good last out speed numbers and four sensational peaking workouts.  This guy holds the second highest speed number at the distance as well as the second highest over the Woodbine Turf.  He will be tracking and closing swiftly.

#9 Seismos [IRE]  (Atzani / Wohler) could be the surprise bringing some very good running from France.  His last out was a marathon two and a half mile distance.  He sports a 60% in the money record at the distance in ten starts.  The lad has some tactical speed which should be could be used to great advantage among this pack.

20 CENT Superfecta Box ($4.80)

#11 Slumber [GB]  +  #5 Joshua Tree [IRE]  +  #8 Forte Dei Marmi [GB]  +  #9 Seismos [IRE].



Stakes Saturday Results
Keeneland R9.  Fayette--G2.  Our first pick, Wilcox Inn, finished 10th (last).  Our second pick, Nikki's Sandcastle, won (1st) for place money of $5.90 and show money of $6.80.  Our third pick, Set the Sail, finished 9th.
Superfecta went 4-9-2-6.
Bankroll edges up a few bucks to $115.08.

Stakes Saturday Turf Mile

Another exciting Stakes Saturday rolls in.  Today we look at an exciting grade one TURF mile at magnificent Keeneland.

Keeneland Race 9 {Shadwell TURF mile~G1~1 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Stakes}
An amazing group of ten of the best mile TURFers from around the country converge on the Keeneland course in this annual contest.  There is plenty of speedsters and forwardly placed types to keep the pace sizzling.  Three of todays runners are millionaires which is indicative of the class in the race.  It should be a fantastic race.

#10 Wise Dan (J. Velazquez / Lopresti) is the morning line favorite and will be very tough to beat.  He holds the highest last out speed number and has put in one diligent workout.  This guy has a 90% win rate at this distance in ten starts.  The son of Wiseman's Ferry should be sitting right off the leaders looking to make his run coming down the stretch.
$1 WIN

#8 Coalport (Hill / Catalano) could challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two superb peaking workouts.  This son of Kitten's Joy should be tracking the pace and rush into the fray coming out of the turn.  Coming out of win at Kentucky Downs, he has done well at Keeneland in his two career starts there.
$1 PLACE / $2 SHOW.

#6 Wilcox Inn (Graham / Stidham) should be in the mix with the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route over the Arlington Park Turf and three dynamite workouts. He too has done favorably over the Keeneland course.  This son of Harlan's Holiday will be tracking the pace at a distance he cherishes.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Silver Max (Albarado / Romans) should contend mightly as one of the speedsters on the front end.  He holds the second highest last out speed number at a longer route and has put in three robust peaking workouts.  This son of Badge of Silver is impressive over the Turf and at the distance.  This guy is one of the millionaires in the race.

#2 Turallure (Leparoux / Lopresti) is another one of the millionaire runners with the second highest speed number at the distance.  He has a couple of decent last out speed numbers coupled with three strong peaking workouts.  A son of Wando, he will be closing very swiftly.

10 CENT Superfecta

#10 Wise Dan / #8 Coalport / #6 Wilcox Inn / #9 Silver Max, #2 Turallure.



Friday's Results
Hawthorne Race Course R7.  Claiming.  Our first pick, Annette's Guy, finished 3rd for show money of $2.40.  Our second pick, Big Reward, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 8-9-6-2.
Bankroll dips to $120.48.

Stakes Saturday Turf

On this wonderful Stakes Saturday we take in a vibrant TURF contest at bountiful Belmont.

Belmont Park Race 9
{Garden City~G1~1 1/8 mile~inner TURF~3 year old~fillies~Stakes}

A fabulous field of eleven fillies will saunter onto the grass for this annual affair.  There is ferocious speed on the inside with a few forwardly placed types sprinkled through the rest of the field.  It could be a hot pace benefitting those that like to come from off the pace.  The race should be a thrilling one.

#10 Watsdachances [IRE] (Castellano / C. Brown) looks ready to rumble with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number, a four race progression, and one solid workout.  She should be able to track and close swiftly.  This gal holds an 89% in the money record over the turf.  She also enjoys the Belmont green.
$1 WIN / $2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.

#2 Discreet Marq (Gomez / Clement) will challenge from the front end with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one robust workout.  She holds the second highest speed number at the distance and has notched a win at same.  This gal is another that loves the Belmont turf.
$1 PLACE / $2 SHOW.

#11 Caroline Thomas (Bravo / Tagg) could surprise with a tremendous kick in the closing stretch.  She shares the fourth highest last out speed number, is working a two race progression, and has put in four serious workouts.  She favors the Belmont grass.
$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Emollient (Smith / Mott) will figure prominently in this race with the third highest last out speed number at a longer turf route, a two race progression, and four superlative workouts.  She could dispatch this field with her versatile running style from the inside post.

#4 Alterite [FR] (J. Velazquez / C. Brown) is the interesting contestant in this field with a strong career in France.  She is making her first North American start after an average layoff.  Her last race was a longer Group One in France and she has put in four terrific workouts prepping for this race.  Worth a look based upon an outstanding jockey / trainer combination alone.

10 CENT Superfecta

#10 Watsdachances [IRE] / #2 Discreet Marq / #11 Caroline Thomas / #1 Emollient, #4 Alterite [FR].



Friday's Results
Remington Park R5.  Remington Park Turf Sprint.  Our first pick, Stickrossmountain, finished 3rd for show money of $3.60.  Our second pick, Pucker Up Pete, placed 2nd for show money of $2.60.
Superfecta went 1-2-4-6.
Bankroll gets a two buck bump settling at $14.84.

Superfecta Sunday at Arlington Park

Arlington Park or Arlington International Race Course as they like to call it now, is our destination on this Superfecta Sunday.  We take a look at a contentious Turf contest.

Arlington Park Race 5 {1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~IL~Allowance}
A very competitive group of eight will go to the gate in this TURF allowance feature.  Enough speed is assembled to keep the pace flowing.  Only five in this one have gone this distance and three are likely to improve stretching out.  It should be a very exciting race.

#7 Iver With An E (Graham / Robertson) may have a slight edge with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two robust workouts.  He also holds the second highest speed number at the distance.  This guy will be rambling late.  He is our Bronze Horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.

#6 Super Soldier (Felix / Boyce) will challenge with the highest last out speed number at a longer route, a four race progression, and one exceptional bullet workout.  He should share speed duties on the front end.

#4 January Bee (Hernandez / Becker) should also contend as a consistent sort holding the third highest last out speed number.  He also holds the highest speed number at the distance.  It appears he loves the Arlington course and should relish the distance.

#3 Cammack (Perez / Block) should be in the hunt with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and two fine peaking workouts.  He is another that will be kicking hard into and through the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#7 Iver With An E  +  #6 Super Soldier  +  #4 January Bee  +  #3 Cammack.



Stakes Saturday Results
Saratoga R10.  Coaching Club of America Oaks--G1.  Our first pick, Unlimited Budget, finished 5th (last).  Our second pick, Princess of Sylmar, won (1st) for place money of $1.75 and show money of $2.60.  Our third pick, My Happy Face, finished 3rd for show money of $1.75.
There was No 10 CENT Superfecta for this race.
Bankroll gets smashed and falls to $15.77.

Summer Stakes Saturday TURF

Summer is in full swing after a delightful Independence Day.  On this Stakes Saturday we turn to a excellent Turf race along the beautiful Jersey shore.

Monmouth Park Race 11 {United Nations~G1~1 3/8 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A very talented field of eight will venture onto the Turf for this annual grade one.  There is enough speed in here to make the pace tremendously hot.  The entrants who relish coming from off the pace have the edge.  This will be an exceptional running of the UN.

#1 Wilcox Inn (Graham / Stidham) has a pace advantage as he is quite capable of tracking and closing well.  He holds the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four superb, peaking workouts.  This handsome lad will be stretching out from his last start and should race with aplomb.
$1 WIN / $2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.

#5 Skyring (Stevens / Lukas) should challenge with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four serious peaking workouts.  He should be forwardly placed ready to hold on in the stretch.
$1 PLACE / $2 SHOW.

#6 Harrods Creek (Trujillo / Mott) should also challenge with his versatile running style.  He holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number coming off a longer route and has put in four fantastic peaking workouts.
$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Big Blue Kitten (Bravo / C. Brown) should enter the fray sharing the third highest last out speed number, working a three race progression and putting in two rewarding workouts.  This highly regarded horse has only been off the board in his career over fifteen starts.  He could take it to the field with his tracking / closing capability.

#7 Little Mike (Rosario / Romans) should be in the mix as the speedster in the front end.  After a very disappointing foray in Dubai, UAE, he is working hard toward a triumphant return to the states having put in four robust workouts.  This guy holds the highest speed number over the surface and loves the Monmouth course with two victories over it in two starts.  Should be the favorite, but may need a start.

10 CENT Superfecta

#1 Wilcox Inn / #5 Skyring / #6 Harrods Creek / #2 Big Blue Kitten, #7 Little Mike.



Friday's Results
PARX R7.  Parx Dash--G3.  Our first pick, Bridgetown, finished 3rd for show money of $2.20.  Our second pick, Ben's Cat, won (1st) for show money of $2.10.
There was no 10 CENT Superfecta for this race.
Bankroll floats up a few dimes to $13.35.
 

Black Friday at Churchill Downs

While others enjoy their "Black Friday" shopping, we turn our attention to a superb grade one race at Churchill Downs as it nears the close of its fall meet.

Churchill Downs Race 11 {Clark Handicap~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A super quality field of eleven racers will make the start in this annual contest.  Successful Dan (Leparoux / Lopresti) has a slight edge with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a four race progression, and two fantastic workouts.  He also has two wins in two tries over the Churchill track.  Regal Ransom (Lenclud / bin Suroor) will be the speed with a good break out of the gate.  He has three wins in four tries at this exact distance as well as the highest speed number at the distance.  Regal Ransom also has put in a tremendous three workout tab in preparation for this race.  Redding Colliery (Napravnik / McLaughlin) will also show speed at the front end with the other highest last out speed number and three strong, peaking workouts.  Apart (Gomez / Stall) can be expected to challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a seven race progression in as many career starts, and two decent workouts.  Giant Oak (Bridgmohan / Block) may be the surprise seeking some black type before he is brought into the breeding shed.  Giant Oak is coming off an additional furlong route and has put in three dynamic, peaking workouts readying for this race. Jockey,  Shaun Bridgmohan has rode this big guy to some of his best performances. Let's play the world's greatest race track, Churchill Downs.

$2 WIN:  #3 Successful Dan.
$2 SHOW:  #9 Regal Ransom.
$2 SHOW:  #4 Giant Oak.
10 CENT Superfecta:  #3 Successful Dan / #9 Regal Ransom / #5 Redding Colliery, #2 Apart, #4 Giant Oak / #5, #2, #4.
















Last Sunday's (11/21) Results
Churchill R8. Our first pick, Jackie's Express, finished 4th.  Our second pick, Miss Dixie Rose, finished 6th.  Superfecta went 6-9-3-7.
Hollywood R7.  Our first pick, Zazu, finished 2nd for show money of $2.40.  Our second pick, Sugarinthemorning, finished 5th.  Superfecta went 5-6-4-1.
Bankroll falls to $6.80.

It's A Grade One Saturday

Today we look at what will be two thrilling Grade 1 Stakes races.  One at Keeneland and One at the Oak Tree meet at Hollywood Park.

Keeneland Race 8 {Abu Dhabi First Lady~G1~1 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}
A Superior group of nine gals will go to the gate for this grade one affair.  Proviso [GB] looks to have a very slight edge as there are a number in this race that could pull off the victory.  She has the second highest last out speed number, an amazing 86% in the money at this distance, and three wholesome, peaking workouts.  Gotta Have Her (Gomez / Sahadi) will be closing fast seeking the win with a triple digit speed figure at the distance, an even more amazing 90% in the money at the distance, and four superior, peaking workouts.  Wasted Tears (Maragh / Evans) will be the speed in this race with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four fierce workouts.  Fantasia [GB] (Leparoux / Sheppard) will be fighting for the win as well, with a couple of quality last out speed numbers and one solid workout.  Let's play Keeneland.

$2 SHOW:  #7 Proviso [GB].
$2 SHOW:  #3 Gotta Have Her.
10 CENT Superfecta:  #7 Proviso [GB] / #3 Gotta Have Her / #8 Wasted Tears / #2 Fantasia [GB].

Oak Tree at Hollywood Park Race 8 {Ancient Title~G1~6 furlongs~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A terrific group of eight will go to the gate in this grade one sprint.  Smiling Tiger (R. Baze / Bonde) seemingly has a slight edge with the highest (tie) last out speed number coming off a seven furlong sprint and three tremendous workouts.  Cost of Freedom (Quinonez / Sadler) will share front end duties also with the highest last out spee number, a two race progression, and three impressive workouts.  EZ's Gentlemen (M. Garcia / Baffert) looks ready and may get first jump on the two speedsters heading into the straight-away.  He posts the third highest speed number at the distance and has put in four strong workouts in preparation for this race.  Dancing In Silks (Rosario / Gaines) cannot be discounted with the second highest speed number at the distance and two swell workouts.  Gato Go Win (Nakatani / Troeger) may surprise with the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and two hearty workouts.  Let's play the Ancient Title at Hollywood Park.

$2  SHOW:  #7 Smiling Tiger.
10 CENT Superfecta:  #7 Smiling Tiger / #6 Cost of Freedom / #5 EZ's Gentlemen / #8 Dancing In Silks, #2 Gato Go Win.

















Friday's Results
Keeneland R9.  Our first pick, Wonderlandbynight, finished 4th.  Our second pick, Jordy Y, finished 3rd for show money of $3.00.  Superfecta went 6-2-3-4.
Bankroll dips to $6.80.