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 the "Spa"

On this Superfecta Sunday we take in a nice graded stakes Turf race at that glorious track in upstate New York.

Saratoga Race 9 {Lake Placid~G2~1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Fillies~Graded Stakes}

A lovely field of eight fillies will hi the green in this annual affair. There is sufficient forwardly placed types to keep a decent pace going. Speed numbers are very close making the race richly competitive. Only one of these gals have raced over the Saratoga Turf. This is a great race to wager as any of these fine ladies could pull off the victory. Our task is to quilt together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket. It should be a very thrilling race.

#1 Speaktomeofsummer (Rosario / Clement) will be stretching out to this distance with the third highest last out speed number and three solid workouts. She comes in from Belmont Park. This gal should be tracking the pace ready to strike. A daughter of Summer Front, she holds a 50% win record from four career starts. She is our Bronze Horseshoe selction.
$1 SHOW.

#8 Cats Pajamas (J. Velazquez / Motion) will also be stretching out for this contest. She holds the highest (tie) last out speed number and two strong workouts. This young lady also comes in from Belmont Park.She should be forwardly placed. A daughter of Street Sense, she also holds a 50% win record, though both over the Turf, from four career starts.

#6 Stunning Sky (I. Ortiz / Maker) will need some pace to launch her closing kick. She shares the highest last out speed number and has put in two sound workouts. This gal is only one of two of this crew that has gone this distance earning the highest speed number at it. A daughter of Declaration of War, she comes in from Churchill Downs.

#2 Blame Debbie (J. Ortiz / Maker) could be part of the group motoring on the front end. She holds the second highest (3-way tie) last out speed number at a longer distance and one superb workouts. A daughter of Blame, she is 66% in the money from six career starts. She also comes in from Belmont Park.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Speaktomeofsummer  +  #8 Cats Pajamas  +  #6 Stunning Sky  +  #2 Blame Debbie.



Stakes Saturday Results 
Monmouth Park R12.  Haskell--G1.  Our first pick, Authentic, won (1st) for win money of $1.60 and show money of $2.10.  Our second pick, Ny Traffic, finished 2nd for place money of $4.20 and show money of $3.60.  Our third pick, Dr. Post, finished 3rd for show money of $2.10.
We hit our $1 Saturday Exacta Wheel with the #2 Authentic  and #7 Ny Traffic for $7.90.
Superfecta went 2-7-1-3.
Bankroll gets a little raise to settle at $126.03.

Kentucky Derby Points on the Jersey Shore

Stakes Saturday along the Jersey Shore is out destination this week. We take in a fine Kentucky Derby points race.

Monmouth Park Race 12 {Haskell~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A good group of seven will go to the gate in this annual summer race. This unusual year it offers up Kentucky Derby points. There is plenty of speed and forwardly placed types to drive the speed forward. Speed numbers are fairly close, especially among the top three favorites. None have raced over the Monmouth track. This should be another exciting race along the Derby trail.

#2 Authentic (M. Smith / Baffert) looks ready take another race adding to his 100% in the money record from four career starts. This guy could share pace duties looking to wire the field. He has already scored at this distance. In preparation he has put in four powerful workouts. A son of Into Mischief, he has three wins in his four race career. We can expect short odds for this fella.
$1 WIN  /  $2 SHOW.

#7 Ny Traffic (P. Lopez / S. Joseph) should take another step forward with second highest (tie) last out speed number and three very strong workouts. He has already hit the board in his only try at this distance. A son of Cross Traffic, he is 75% in the money from eight career starts.
$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#1 Dr. Post (Bravo / Pletcher) should challenge sharing the second highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. This guy should have an advantage if the pace boils over. He is another that has hit the board at this distance securing the second highest speed number at it. A son of Quality Road, he is 75% in the money from four career starts.
$2 SHOW.

#6 Lebda (Cintron / Gonzalez) should be in the mix as he continues to show improvement. His last three speed numbers are pretty good and he has flashed two bullet workouts prepping for this one. He leads this field with four career wins. A son of Raison d'Etat, he is 77% in the money from nine career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#2 Authentic //  #7 Ny Traffic,  #1 Dr. Post,  #6 Lebda.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Authentic  +  #7 Ny Traffic  +  #1 Dr. Post  +  #6 Lebda.




Last Superfecta Sunday (7/12) Results
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club R6.  Osunitas Stakes. We misfired on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box play, capturing only two of the four required. Superfecta went 6-1-2-7.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Desert Oasis [GB], finished 6th.
Bankroll tumbles to $119.93.
  

Superfecta Sunday where the Turf meets the Surf

Another Superfecta Sunday rolls in on a lazy afternoon. We take in another Turf contest in sunny Southern California.

Del Mar Race 6 {Wickerr Stakes~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Stakes}

A closely matched field of nine will take to the Turf. Five of these lads share the highest speed number at the distance. The balance of these runners are very close. It could be any of these fellas race to win. It comes up a little light on speed though there are a few that should be forwardly placed. It should be a scintillating race. Our task is to chain together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#4 Higher Power (Van Dyke / Sadler) might have a slight edge with the highest (tie) last out speed number and two strong workouts. This will be his first race over the Del Mar Turf. A son of Medaglia d'Oro, he is 72% in the money from eleven career starts. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#5 Bombard (Prat / Mandella) should present a mighty challenge with the third highest (3-way tie) last out speed number and two stout workouts. This guy is one of the group that has the highest speed number at the distance and is 75% in the money at same. A son of War Front, he should be forwardly placed ready to strike.

#8 Tizzarunner (Fuentas / McCarthy) should contend with a couple of decent last out speed number at a much longer route and two well measured workouts. This lad is 66% in the money at the distance and is one point off of the group with the highest speed number at same. A son of Tizway, he should be tracking and closing smoothly.

#6 Souter [GB] (N. Arroyo / Glatt) should be in the mix from the start with the second highest last out speed number and three sound workouts. This lad is 73% in the money from fifteen career starts. A son of Poet's Voice [GB], he loves the Del Mar course.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Higher Power  +  #5 Bombard  +  #8 Tizzarunner  +  #6 Souter [GB].




Stakes Saturday Results
Monmouth Park R12. HASKELL INVITATIONAL--G1.  Our first pick, Maximum Security, won (1st) for win money of $1.80. Our second pick, Joevia, was scratched.  Our third pick, King for a Day, finished off the board.
We scored on our $1 Saturday Exacta wheel earning a meager $6.00 for our effort.
With the scratch of our second pick, we scuttled our 10 CENT Superfecta. Superfecta went 7-5-3-6.
Bankroll gains three bucks to settle at $15.03.

Stakes Saturday in Hot Oceanport, New Jersey

On this Stakes Saturday we take in one of the finest races of the summer out along the Jersey shore. As a heat wave envelopes much of the country you can hear a shout from the Jersey beach, "Keep their hides moist !" Stay hydrated and best of luck to you.

Monmouth Park Race 12 {Haskell Invitational~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A solid field of seven will go to the gate in the Jersey heat. There is a plethora of speed in this race which could produce a record time. Speed number are fairly close  with only two posting triple digits. It should be a fabulous race.

#7 Maximum Security (L. Saez / Ja. Servis) should be able to pull the victory off if he gets a good start and a clean ride. He holds the highest speed number at the distance, the second highest last out speed number, and two quality workouts. This lad will battle the other speed demons on the front end. A son of New Years Day , he has rattled off three triple digit Beyer's in a row. Definitely the one to beat.
$1 WIN.

#2 Joevia (J. lezcano / Sacco) continues to improve with every start and can let up on the throttle a little to save some for the stretch. He holds a the fourth highest last out speed number at a much longer route and four sensational workouts. He has two wins over this track. A son of Shanghai Bobby, he is 83% in the money from six starts.
$1 PLACE / $2 SHOW.

#1 King for a Day (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) will challenge with the highest last out speed number and three superb peaking workouts. This guy also has a win over the Monmouth track. A son of Uncle Mo, he too should be part of the speed contingent. He holds an 80% in the money record from five starts.
$1 SHOW.

#5 Mucho Gusto (Talamo / Baffert) is another speed monster that will figure prominently in the race. He holds the third highest last out speed number and three excellent stamina producing workouts. A son of Mucho Macho Man, he has hit the board in all seven of his starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel

#7 Maximum Security / #2 Joevia,  #1 King for a Day,  #5 Mucho Gusto.

10 CENT Superfecta

#7 Maximum Security  /  #2 Joevia  /  #1 King for a Day,  #5 Mucho Gusto  /  ALL.




Last Superfecta Sunday (7/14) Results
Saratoga R9.  Coronation Cup Stakes.  Due to a key scratch we scuttled our 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.
Superfecta went 4-6-3-7.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Eyein the Sky, finished 2nd for show money of $1.45.
Bankroll catches nine nickels to settle at $12.23.

Stakes Saturday at the "Spa"

On this Stakes Saturday we take in a fantastic grade one race up at the "Spa".

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

A great group of eight will go to the gate in this annual grade one. There should be enough speed to carry the pace forward as the track is now listed as fast. Speed numbers are fairly close. There are four millionaires in this years contest. It should be a super exciting race to wager and watch.

#1 Tapwrit (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) appears to be primed and ready to run a supreme race with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route, a two race progression, and two sound workouts. This millionaire son of Tapit, should be tracking the pace ready to roll into the stretch.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Diversify (I. Ortiz  / Mott) will pose a mighty challenge with the highest last out speed number at a longer route, a three race progression, and one bullet workout. He will be part of the speed scenario and could wire this field. A millionaire son of Bellamy Road, he leads this group with wins at nine.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#8 McCraken (B. Hernandez / Wilkes) has improved with each of the three races he has run this year. This guy should take another step forward with a couple of very good last out speed numbers, a four race progression, and two hearty peaking workouts. A son of Ghostzapper, he should be closing gallantly turning for home.
#1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Backyard Heaven (Castellano / C. Brown) should be in the hunt as he runs in his first race over the Saratoga oval. This guy holds the second highest speed number over dirt and has put in four sharp peaking workouts. A son of Tizway, he is 80% in the money from five career starts.

#7 Good Samaritan (J. Ortiz / Mott) looks to be ready for battle with a couple of very good last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and four robust workouts. He is another that will close swiftly with the right pace. This guy is a course and distance performer. A millionaire son of Harlan's Holiday, he has the second highest speed number at this distance.

10 CENT Superfecta ($3.60 cost)

#1 Tapwrit, #6 Diversify  /  #1, #6, #8 McCraken, #2 Backyard Heaven  /  #1, #6, #8, #2, #7 Good Samaritan  /  #1, #6, #8, #2, #7.




Last Superfecta Sunday (7/29) Results
Monmouth Park R12.  Haskell Invitational--G1.  We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort capturing three of the four wagering interests required. Superfecta went 6-5-1-4.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Golden Brown, finished 5th.
Bankroll gets nipped, dropping to $188.50.

Happy Haskell Day

A beautiful day along the Jersey shore where the big race of the day will be run.

Monmouth Park Race 12 {Haskell Invitational~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A short field of seven hard charging lads will compete in one of the best races of the summer. There is enough speed to maintain and honest pace. Speed numbers are fairly close with a few in here still showing improvement. Our task is to stitch together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket. It should be a very exciting race.

#6 Good Magic (J. Ortiz / C. Brown) is the class of the field and will undoubtedly be the deserved favorite. He battled eventual Triple Crown winner, Justify, in Kentucky and Maryland before taking some well needed rest. This son of Curlin is fresh to post his best in this race. He holds the highest last out speed number and has put in four high octane workouts.

#4 Core Beliefs (Prat / Eurton) is coming into his own and will no doubt pose the biggest threat to the favorite. He holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three robust workouts. A son of Quality Road, he is 100% in the money from six career starts.

#1 Lone Sailor (Bravo / Amoss) will be charging late for a piece of the purse pie. He shares the second highest last out speed number, is working a three race progression, and has put in two studly workouts. This son of Majestic Warrior, has this particular distance in his wheel-house.

#7 Golden Brown (Rendon / McBurney) is poised to run an outstanding race with a couple of good last out speed numbers, a four race progression, and two stout workouts. He is experienced over the Monmouth track and shares the second best career in the money record at 85%. A son of Offlee Wild, he is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#6 Good Magic  +  #4 Core Beliefs  +  #1 Lone Sailor  +  #7 Golden Brown.




Last Superfecta Sunday (7/22) Results
Saratoga R8.  Allowance.  We were off on our 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket capturing only the first two finishers. Superfecta went 3-10-9-7.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Jaunt, finished 2nd for show money of $2.60.
Bankroll slips a bit to $192.90.

Superfecta Sunday along the Jersey Shore

On this Superfecta Sunday, we enjoy an exciting grade one stakes race along the Jersey shore.

Monmouth Park Race 12 {William Hill Haskell Invitational~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
A top flight group of nine will make their start in this annual summer grade one.  There is significant parity among this group that any horse in the field could win.  The race is filled with speed so a ferocious pace is assured. It may come down to the readiness of those that sit right off the pace to achieve victory.  Our challenge is to put together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#3 Albano (Clark / L. Jones) may have a minuscule edge with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three superb workouts.  This lad has the ability to stay close to the speed and launch into the stretch.  He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#7 Untappable (Napravnik / Asmussen) is the only filly to give challenge to these lads. She enters this competition with a four race win streak, a couple of excellent last out speed numbers, including the highest one at the distance, and two strong peaking workouts. This filly could topple this group with a fiery run from off the pace.

#9 Medal Count (Albarado / Romans) comes into this off a brief freshening after a stunning performance in the Belmont Stakes.  He holds the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four superior workouts.  This lad will be closing into what should be a very hot pace.

#2 Bayern (Garcia / Baffert) should be the speed of the speed with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four seriously stellar workouts. He has traveled this distance well and may wire this field.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Albano  +  #7 Untappable  +  #9 Medal Count  +  #2 Bayern.



Stakes Saturday Results
Saratoga R10.  Jim Dandy--G2.  Our first pick, Tonalist, finished 2nd for show money of $2.10.  Our second pick, Kid Cruz, finished 3rd for show money of $1.25.  Our third pick, Wicked Strong, won (1st) for show money of $1.20.
Superfecta went 7-4-5-6.
Bankroll dips a buck and change to $6.39.

Happy August. Happy Horse Racing.

Happy August!!  A new month and a new horse racing weekend begins on this Thursday.  Today we take a peek at a little race at the "Spa".

Saratoga Race 6 {J. Morrissey Stakes~6 1/2 furlongs~3 year old Up~NY~Stakes}
A very small field of five will go to the gate.  Most in this field like to be forwardly placed.  All but one have had a nice thirty day freshening going into this race.  It should be a good sprint.

#2 Saratoga Snacks (Rosario / Sciacca) has the edge with the highest (tie) last out speed number, an eight race progression, and two sharp peaking workouts.  He should be motoring with others on the front end.  It could very well be his race to lose.
$1 SHOW.

#3 Saginaw (Alvarado / Jacobson) is the old veteran that will challenge with a decent last out speed number and five robust workouts.  He holds the highest speed number at this distance which he obtained over this track.  Another that will be close to the pace.
$1 SHOW.

#4 Mine Over Matter (Lezcano / Hushion) should be in the mix with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two strong workouts.  He could be poised for victory should the pace get out of hand as he will be coming from off the pace.
$1 SHOW.

10 CENT Superfecta

Due to the small field there is no 10 CENT Superfecta offered.



Last Superfecta Sunday (7/28) Results
Monmouth R13.  Haskell Invitational--G1.  Our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort fell short nailing down only two of four wagering interests.  Superfecta went 7-4-6-5.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Power Broker, finished 2nd for show money of $3.60.
Bankroll sheds a few cents settling at $4.82.

Superfecta Sunday along the Jersey Shore

Superfecta Sunday and it is the Haskell we take a look at.  This splendid summer Stakes race also features one of the best undercards of the year.

Monmouth Park R13 {Haskell Invitational~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
A great field of seven will go to the gate.  There is a hefty amount of speed and forwardly placed types that could favor a tracker or closer.  All but one in the field were nominated to the Triple Crown this year.  Also, all but one in this wonderful group have had a brief freshening prior to this big race.  Let's try to cobble a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#5 Oxbow (Stevens / Lukas) returns after a brief freshening which he needed after a long campaign.  He holds the second highest last out speed number and has put in one solid workout.  This guy should be forwardly placed ready to rumble.

#4 Power Broker (Napravnik / Baffert) could surprise with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four speedy workouts.  He has good versatility and should take advantage of whatever pace lies ahead.  He is our Bronze Horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.

#1 Vyjack (Lopez / Rodriguez) appears here instead of yesterday's Jim Dandy.  He holds the second highest speed number at the distance, had a decent last out speed number, and has put in two superb workouts.  He should be close to the pace ready to strike in the lane.

#7 Verazzano (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) should be ready to fire off another terrific effort with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and four robust peaking workouts.  If this guy is let loose on the front end, he will wire this field.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Oxbow  +  #4 Power Broker  +  #1 Vyjack  +  #7 Verazzano.



Stakes Saturday Results
Saratoga R10.  Jim Dandy--G2.  Our first pick, Code West, finished 5th.  Our second pick, Palace Malice, won (1st) for place money of $1.70 and show money of $1.35.  Our third pick, Mylute, finished 8th.
Superfecta went 5-3-4-1.
Bankroll gets slammed to settle at $5.62.

Route at the Jersey Shore

Closing out our horse racing weekend we journey to the Jersey shore for one of the great summer stakes races, the Haskell Invitational.

Monmouth Park Race 12 {Haskell Invitational~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
This is a pure horse race.  Any one of these fellas are capable of winning this race.  Eight go to the gate.  Of those eight, seven are triple crown nominees.  This will be an exciting as race you will see this summer.  The Preakness winner, Shackleford is here as is the Belmont Stakes winner, Ruler On Ice.  Extremely high quality is evident throughout the field.

#1 Coil (M. Garcia / Baffert) looks well prepped to take this race with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three bullet workouts.  He should be pressing the pace seeking to get first jump on the leaders in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

#8 Astrology (Leparoux / Asmussen) will challenge from the outside post with the second highest speed number over the surface and four superior, peaking workouts.  Toss out his last in the cornfields of Iowa in that states Derby.  He should be ready to join the pressers and battle for the victory.
$2 SHOW.

#5 Shackleford (Castanon / Romans) will be the front running favorite with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route and three stellar workouts.  Should he control the pace favorably, he could hold off the pressers for a nice win.
$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#3 Pants On Fire (Trujillo / Breen) looks tuned nicely for this race with the third highest last out speed number (a victory over the Monmouth track), a two race progression, and two robust workouts.  Could surprise.

10 CENT Superfecta

#1 Coil, #8 Astrology / #1, #8 / #5 Shackleford, #3 Pants On Fire / #5, #3.



Saturday's Results
Saratoga R10.  Jim Dandy.  Our first pick, Alternation, finished 4th.  Our second pick, Stay Thirsty, won (1st) for place money of $2.10 and show money of $1.45.  Our third pick, Dominus, finished 3rd for show money of $3.00.  Superfecta went 6-1-2-7.
Bankroll gains a few cents to $8.95.