We roll into Stakes Saturday looking at an impressive grade one at a classic distance.
Santa Anita Park Race 9 {Gold Cup~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}
A talented group of eleven will venture onto the Santa Anita dirt in this annual affair brought over from the dearly departed Hollywood Park. There is plenty of pace to drive frantic fractions. It could set up nicely for the lads coming from off the pace. Speed numbers are fairly close which should make for a contentious battle. It should be a great race.
#9 Catch A Flight [ARG] (Stevens / Mandella) has the edge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three fierce workouts. He holds the second highest speed number at the distance with two in the money performances. This son of Giant's Causeway should track the pace, ready to rumble through the stretch.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.
#6 Hoppertunity (M. Garcia / Baffert) should challenge with a couple of very good last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and three superb peaking workouts. He loves the Santa Anita course and holds the third highest speed number over dirt. This son of Any Given Saturday should be racing close to the frontend ready for an opening. He will be stretching out to this distance for the first time.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#8 Moreno (C. Velasquez / Guillot) will contend with the highest speed number at the distance, the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and one sound workout. This speedy son of Ghostzapper will be part of the lead pack seeking make the most of a hot pace.
#2 Hard Aces (Espinoza / Sadler) should be in the mix with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three hearty workouts. He holds the third highest speed number at the distance. This son of Hard Spun will be rolling late into a contested pace.
10 CENT Superfecta
#9 Catch A Flight [ARG] / #6 Hoppertunity / #8 Moreno / #2 Hard Aces.
Furlong Friday Results
Prairie Meadows R6. Iowa Sprint Handicap. Our pick, Bobcat Jim, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 6-2-4-1.
Bankroll sputters to $4.28. We will supplement with a Hamilton for today's racing.
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Saturday, June 27, 2015
Friday, June 26, 2015
Sprinting in Iowa for Furlong Friday
Off to the Iowa Prairie for Furlong Friday.
Prairie Meadows R6 {Iowa Sprint Handicap~6 furlongs~3 year-old Up~Stakes}
A short field of six will enter the gate in this annual sprint championship. There is plenty of speedsters to insure a sizzling pace. Speed numbers are relatively close with two horses showing triple digit marks. It should be a terrific race.
#1 Bobcat Jim (Laviolette / Smith) could have the edge with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two hearty workouts. This lad posted that speed number over the Prairie Meadows track maintaining his 100% in the money record over it. He will be seeking his third win in a row utilizing his versatile running style.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#6 Delaunay (Vazquez / Amoss) should challenge with the highest speed number at the distance, the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three tidy workouts. This guy is also 100% in the money at Prairie Meadows all the while securing the highest speed number at same.
#3 Patty's Key (Corbett / Keller) is in good form and should contend. This fella has a couple of decent last out speed numbers and has put in three excellent workouts. He should be tracking the very speedy pace ready to strike in the stretch.
#2 Bruwer Max (Thompson / Martin) is another in good form and will be in the hunt. He shares the highest last out speed number and has cobbled together a two race progression. This guy should be forwardly placed, ready to move smoothly over the track.
10 CENT Superfecta
#1 Bobcat Jim / #6 Delaunay / #3 Patty's Key / #2 Bruwer Max.
Thursday's Results
Belmont Park R7. Optional Claiming. Our first pick, Towering Moon, finished 5th. Our second pick, Goodtolook, finished 7th (last).
Superfecta went 6-3-4-1.
Bankroll drops like a rock to $6.38.
Prairie Meadows R6 {Iowa Sprint Handicap~6 furlongs~3 year-old Up~Stakes}
A short field of six will enter the gate in this annual sprint championship. There is plenty of speedsters to insure a sizzling pace. Speed numbers are relatively close with two horses showing triple digit marks. It should be a terrific race.
#1 Bobcat Jim (Laviolette / Smith) could have the edge with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two hearty workouts. This lad posted that speed number over the Prairie Meadows track maintaining his 100% in the money record over it. He will be seeking his third win in a row utilizing his versatile running style.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#6 Delaunay (Vazquez / Amoss) should challenge with the highest speed number at the distance, the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three tidy workouts. This guy is also 100% in the money at Prairie Meadows all the while securing the highest speed number at same.
#3 Patty's Key (Corbett / Keller) is in good form and should contend. This fella has a couple of decent last out speed numbers and has put in three excellent workouts. He should be tracking the very speedy pace ready to strike in the stretch.
#2 Bruwer Max (Thompson / Martin) is another in good form and will be in the hunt. He shares the highest last out speed number and has cobbled together a two race progression. This guy should be forwardly placed, ready to move smoothly over the track.
10 CENT Superfecta
#1 Bobcat Jim / #6 Delaunay / #3 Patty's Key / #2 Bruwer Max.
Thursday's Results
Belmont Park R7. Optional Claiming. Our first pick, Towering Moon, finished 5th. Our second pick, Goodtolook, finished 7th (last).
Superfecta went 6-3-4-1.
Bankroll drops like a rock to $6.38.
Saturday, June 28, 2014
Stakes Saturday Fireworks
The second half of the horse racing year is nearly over. On this Stakes Saturday we look in on an absolutely competitive mile race going over the Turf at that great Kentucky venue, Churchill Downs.
Churchill Downs Race 8 {The Firecracker~G2~1 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Stakes}
An equally matched group of eight will go to the gate in this feature graded stakes race. Boy, howdy, there is speed in this race. It is like that a horse coming from off the pace will be victorious. Though, any of these lads could win. The speed numbers at this distance are very close and all have had decent work tabs. This could be smokin' good race.
#4 Nikki's Sandcastle (Goncalves / Kassen) looks like he might be ready to close down this field with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three superb peaking workouts. This son of Castledale [IRE], holds the third highest speed number at this turf distance. He loves the Churchill course and with a hot pace will be there at the wire.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.
#8 Regally Ready (Bridgmohan / Asmussen) might back off the throttle a little and let the speedsters set the pace all the while staying close. He should challenge mightily with the third highest (3-way tie) last out speed number at a longer route and three excellent peaking workouts. A son of More Than Ready, he loves the Churchill course and has posted the highest speed number of this group over it.
$2 PLACE / $2 SHOW.
#6 Villandry (Leparoux / Lopresti) might be spotted very well after having run mostly longer routes leading up to this event. He has a couple of decent last out speed numbers in which he hit the board both times. His workout tab of three half mile runs puts him in prime position to run surprising well. This son of Mr. Greeley appears ready to run a fine race.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#1 Guys Reward (Castanon / Romans) should be in the mix with the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route, a three race progression, and two robust, peaking workouts. He too is a lover of the Churchill green scoring in the money 75% of the time from twelve starts. This son of Grand Reward will be closing fast.
#5 Silver Max (Albarado / Romans) may need this race after an extended layoff. He shows the fourth highest (tie) speed number at the distance and has put in three athletic workouts. This son of Badge of Silver should show speed on the front end.
10 CENT Superfecta
#4 Nikki's Sandcastle / #8 Regally Ready / #6 Villandry / #1 Guys Reward, #5 Silver Max.
Friday's Results
Prairie Meadows R9. Iowa Sprint Handicap. Our first pick, Alsvid, finished 5th. Our second pick, Work All Week, won (1st) for show money of $3.00.
Superfecta went 3-5-6-4.
Bankroll dips a buck to $12.34.
Churchill Downs Race 8 {The Firecracker~G2~1 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Stakes}
An equally matched group of eight will go to the gate in this feature graded stakes race. Boy, howdy, there is speed in this race. It is like that a horse coming from off the pace will be victorious. Though, any of these lads could win. The speed numbers at this distance are very close and all have had decent work tabs. This could be smokin' good race.
#4 Nikki's Sandcastle (Goncalves / Kassen) looks like he might be ready to close down this field with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three superb peaking workouts. This son of Castledale [IRE], holds the third highest speed number at this turf distance. He loves the Churchill course and with a hot pace will be there at the wire.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.
#8 Regally Ready (Bridgmohan / Asmussen) might back off the throttle a little and let the speedsters set the pace all the while staying close. He should challenge mightily with the third highest (3-way tie) last out speed number at a longer route and three excellent peaking workouts. A son of More Than Ready, he loves the Churchill course and has posted the highest speed number of this group over it.
$2 PLACE / $2 SHOW.
#6 Villandry (Leparoux / Lopresti) might be spotted very well after having run mostly longer routes leading up to this event. He has a couple of decent last out speed numbers in which he hit the board both times. His workout tab of three half mile runs puts him in prime position to run surprising well. This son of Mr. Greeley appears ready to run a fine race.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#1 Guys Reward (Castanon / Romans) should be in the mix with the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route, a three race progression, and two robust, peaking workouts. He too is a lover of the Churchill green scoring in the money 75% of the time from twelve starts. This son of Grand Reward will be closing fast.
#5 Silver Max (Albarado / Romans) may need this race after an extended layoff. He shows the fourth highest (tie) speed number at the distance and has put in three athletic workouts. This son of Badge of Silver should show speed on the front end.
10 CENT Superfecta
#4 Nikki's Sandcastle / #8 Regally Ready / #6 Villandry / #1 Guys Reward, #5 Silver Max.
Friday's Results
Prairie Meadows R9. Iowa Sprint Handicap. Our first pick, Alsvid, finished 5th. Our second pick, Work All Week, won (1st) for show money of $3.00.
Superfecta went 3-5-6-4.
Bankroll dips a buck to $12.34.
Thursday, June 26, 2014
Furlong Friday in the Prairie
Thank goodness it is Friday. After a long week of work, we can kick back and enjoy some high octane horse racing. Today we look in on a fast furlong tussle in the prairie.
Prairie Meadows Race 9 {Iowa Srint Handicap~6 furlongs~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A fast and furious bunch of six will jostle for the win in this annual stakes race. There is a bevy of speed in this one and if the accelerator is pressed hard it could benefit those that like to come off the pace. Either way, this will be over in a flash.
#2 Alsvid (Tohill / Hartman) might have a slight edge with a furious pace. He holds the third highest last out speed number and has put in two quality workouts. This lad last scored a victory here and loves the track. Expect him to be close to the pace ready to strike.
$2 SHOW.
#3 Work All Week (Emigh / Bruggemann) should challenge with the highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and four sizzling workouts that include three bullets. This guy will be making his first appearance at Prairie Meadows and should lead them through swift fractions.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#6 Mico Margarita (Santana / Asmussen) is the only colt among these gelded speedsters. He should contend with a tactical speed attack. This colt holds the third highest speed number at the distance and has put in three superb peaking workouts.
#5 Delaunay (Albarado / Amoss) should also challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one stout workout. He also holds the second highest speed number over this track. Expect him to be very close to the pace.
10 CENT Superfecta
#2 Alsvid / #3 Work All Week / #6 Mico Margarita / #5 Delaunay.
Thursday's Results
Santa Anita R3. Possibly Perfect Handicap. Our first pick, Customer Base, finished 2nd for show money of $2.20. Our second pick, Change the Channel, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 2-6-1-3.
Bankroll drops to $13.44.
Prairie Meadows Race 9 {Iowa Srint Handicap~6 furlongs~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A fast and furious bunch of six will jostle for the win in this annual stakes race. There is a bevy of speed in this one and if the accelerator is pressed hard it could benefit those that like to come off the pace. Either way, this will be over in a flash.
#2 Alsvid (Tohill / Hartman) might have a slight edge with a furious pace. He holds the third highest last out speed number and has put in two quality workouts. This lad last scored a victory here and loves the track. Expect him to be close to the pace ready to strike.
$2 SHOW.
#3 Work All Week (Emigh / Bruggemann) should challenge with the highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and four sizzling workouts that include three bullets. This guy will be making his first appearance at Prairie Meadows and should lead them through swift fractions.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#6 Mico Margarita (Santana / Asmussen) is the only colt among these gelded speedsters. He should contend with a tactical speed attack. This colt holds the third highest speed number at the distance and has put in three superb peaking workouts.
#5 Delaunay (Albarado / Amoss) should also challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one stout workout. He also holds the second highest speed number over this track. Expect him to be very close to the pace.
10 CENT Superfecta
#2 Alsvid / #3 Work All Week / #6 Mico Margarita / #5 Delaunay.
Thursday's Results
Santa Anita R3. Possibly Perfect Handicap. Our first pick, Customer Base, finished 2nd for show money of $2.20. Our second pick, Change the Channel, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 2-6-1-3.
Bankroll drops to $13.44.
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Stakes Saturday in Hollywood
Saturday is always a wonderful day for summer Stakes action in sunny Southern California. Today we take a peek at two exceptionally competitive grade one races.
Betfair Hollywood Park Race 6 {Triple Bend Handicap~G1~7 furlongs~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A prime group of eight will venture to the gate in this tremendous grade one. There are nearly equal parts of speed, pressing, tracking, and closing to make this an exceptional race. All of the runners in this race have produced triple digit speed numbers in their career.
#6 The Factor (Bejarano / Baffert) looks ready as ever to come back to the races after a nice layoff. He has done very well after layoffs in the past. Prior to the layoff, this speedster has secured the highest last out speed number, was working a four race progression, and has put in five stellar workouts. Clearly, he will be the one to beat.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.
#5 Camp Victory (Talamo / Mitchell) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three purposeful workouts. This guy will track the pace and launch his effort in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#7 Smiling Tiger (Smith / Bonde) can be expected to stay close to the pace with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and two strong peaking workouts. He should be a contender.
#2 Centralinteligence (Valdivia / Ellis) will also be in the mix with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three athletic workouts. He should come from off the pace with a superb run.
10 CENT Superfecta
#6 The Factor / #5 Camp Victory / #7 Smiling Tiger / #2 Centralinteligence.
Betfair Hollywood Park Race 9 {Shoemaker Mile~G1~1 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A great race shapes up with eight going to the green. A couple of dynamic speedsters could set this one up for those coming from off the pace. All in this race are quite capable of strutting into the winners circle.
#5 Jeranimo (Gomez / Pender) has a slight edge with the fourth highest last out speed number, the highest speed number at the distance, a three race progression, and three robust peaking workouts. A lover of this Hollywood course he could track and close in efficient fashion.
$2 SHOW.
#8 Mr. Commons (Smith / Shirreffs) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number and three excellent workouts. He holds the second highest speed number at the distance. He should use his closing kick to an awe inspiring level.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#3 Little Mike (Bravo / Romans) may be the speedster that holds on with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four hearty workouts. He has an equal chance as any in this race to grab the gold.
#4 Suggestive Boy [ARG] (Talamo / McAnally) is coming off an extended layoff and entering into to a tough race for his first North American start. He is coming off three group one wins in a row in his native Argentina. His workout tab is the best of this field and with his hall of fame trainer, Ronald McAnally's 29% win record off long layoffs, he has an excellent chance to surprise all.
10 CENT Superfecta
#5 Jeranimo / #8 Mr. Commons / #3 Little Mike / #4 Suggestive Boy [ARG].
Friday's Results
Prairie Meadows R9. Iowa Sprint Handicap. Under the Iowa lights our handicapping efforts produced a big fat goose egg. Our first pick, Rothko, finished 2nd. Our second pick, Noble's Promise, was scratched.
Due to the scratch, there was no 10 CENT Superfecta.
Bankroll gets clipped by a Jefferson, dipping to $35.05.
Betfair Hollywood Park Race 6 {Triple Bend Handicap~G1~7 furlongs~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A prime group of eight will venture to the gate in this tremendous grade one. There are nearly equal parts of speed, pressing, tracking, and closing to make this an exceptional race. All of the runners in this race have produced triple digit speed numbers in their career.
#6 The Factor (Bejarano / Baffert) looks ready as ever to come back to the races after a nice layoff. He has done very well after layoffs in the past. Prior to the layoff, this speedster has secured the highest last out speed number, was working a four race progression, and has put in five stellar workouts. Clearly, he will be the one to beat.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.
#5 Camp Victory (Talamo / Mitchell) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three purposeful workouts. This guy will track the pace and launch his effort in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#7 Smiling Tiger (Smith / Bonde) can be expected to stay close to the pace with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and two strong peaking workouts. He should be a contender.
#2 Centralinteligence (Valdivia / Ellis) will also be in the mix with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three athletic workouts. He should come from off the pace with a superb run.
10 CENT Superfecta
#6 The Factor / #5 Camp Victory / #7 Smiling Tiger / #2 Centralinteligence.
Betfair Hollywood Park Race 9 {Shoemaker Mile~G1~1 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A great race shapes up with eight going to the green. A couple of dynamic speedsters could set this one up for those coming from off the pace. All in this race are quite capable of strutting into the winners circle.
#5 Jeranimo (Gomez / Pender) has a slight edge with the fourth highest last out speed number, the highest speed number at the distance, a three race progression, and three robust peaking workouts. A lover of this Hollywood course he could track and close in efficient fashion.
$2 SHOW.
#8 Mr. Commons (Smith / Shirreffs) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number and three excellent workouts. He holds the second highest speed number at the distance. He should use his closing kick to an awe inspiring level.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#3 Little Mike (Bravo / Romans) may be the speedster that holds on with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four hearty workouts. He has an equal chance as any in this race to grab the gold.
#4 Suggestive Boy [ARG] (Talamo / McAnally) is coming off an extended layoff and entering into to a tough race for his first North American start. He is coming off three group one wins in a row in his native Argentina. His workout tab is the best of this field and with his hall of fame trainer, Ronald McAnally's 29% win record off long layoffs, he has an excellent chance to surprise all.
10 CENT Superfecta
#5 Jeranimo / #8 Mr. Commons / #3 Little Mike / #4 Suggestive Boy [ARG].
Friday's Results
Prairie Meadows R9. Iowa Sprint Handicap. Under the Iowa lights our handicapping efforts produced a big fat goose egg. Our first pick, Rothko, finished 2nd. Our second pick, Noble's Promise, was scratched.
Due to the scratch, there was no 10 CENT Superfecta.
Bankroll gets clipped by a Jefferson, dipping to $35.05.
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Into the Dirt Prairie Night
Hopefully a cooler evening will prevail on this Friday. We take a look at a fantastic race at the diamond among the cornfields of Iowa that is Prairie Meadows.
Prairie Meadows Race 9 {Iowa Sprint Handicap~6 furlongs~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A splendid field of seven sensational sprinters will go to the gate in this stakes race. The race comes up very heavy on speedy types which may benefit those that prefer to press or track the pace. It will be an exciting race.
#3 Rothko (Nakatani / Asmussen) looks like the horse to beat with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three stellar, peaking workouts. This guy has notched three wins from three starts at this distance. A favorite who likes to sit behind the leaders and dash past them in the stretch.
$2 WIN.
#1 Noble's Promise (Laviolette / McPeek) will challenge with a favorable pace he can track and pounce upon. He holds the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and one quality workout. Coming up from Churchill Downs he should handle the Prairie dirt well.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#7 Wiredfortwotwenty (Barton / Hone) will also be up to the challenge with the highest speed number at the distance and three agressive workouts. This gelding will be among the speedsters looking to hold on for a piece.
#5 Capt. Bullet Bob (Sukie / L. Hellman) is another who should be in the thick of the speedsters. He shares the highest last out speed number and a three race progression. His third highest (tie) speed number at the distance helps the cause.
10 CENT Superfecta
#3 Rothko / #1 Noble's Promise / #7 Wiredfortwotwenty / #5 Capt. Bullet Bob.
Thursday's Results
Belmont Park R9. Glowing Honor. Our first pick, Blue Maiden [GB], won (1st) for win money of $3.20. There was no Show wager due to more than half the field scratching. Our second pick, Whipsaw City [FR], took 2nd for place money of $1.25.
There was no 10 CENT Superfecta due to the large number of scratches.
Bankroll gets a lift to $37.05.
Prairie Meadows Race 9 {Iowa Sprint Handicap~6 furlongs~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A splendid field of seven sensational sprinters will go to the gate in this stakes race. The race comes up very heavy on speedy types which may benefit those that prefer to press or track the pace. It will be an exciting race.
#3 Rothko (Nakatani / Asmussen) looks like the horse to beat with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three stellar, peaking workouts. This guy has notched three wins from three starts at this distance. A favorite who likes to sit behind the leaders and dash past them in the stretch.
$2 WIN.
#1 Noble's Promise (Laviolette / McPeek) will challenge with a favorable pace he can track and pounce upon. He holds the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and one quality workout. Coming up from Churchill Downs he should handle the Prairie dirt well.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#7 Wiredfortwotwenty (Barton / Hone) will also be up to the challenge with the highest speed number at the distance and three agressive workouts. This gelding will be among the speedsters looking to hold on for a piece.
#5 Capt. Bullet Bob (Sukie / L. Hellman) is another who should be in the thick of the speedsters. He shares the highest last out speed number and a three race progression. His third highest (tie) speed number at the distance helps the cause.
10 CENT Superfecta
#3 Rothko / #1 Noble's Promise / #7 Wiredfortwotwenty / #5 Capt. Bullet Bob.
Thursday's Results
Belmont Park R9. Glowing Honor. Our first pick, Blue Maiden [GB], won (1st) for win money of $3.20. There was no Show wager due to more than half the field scratching. Our second pick, Whipsaw City [FR], took 2nd for place money of $1.25.
There was no 10 CENT Superfecta due to the large number of scratches.
Bankroll gets a lift to $37.05.
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