Superfecta Sunday in Space City

 We rocket off to Space City to look in on a marathon Turf race that happens to be the fifth mandatory for the final table at the National Handicapping Championship.

Sam Houston Race Park Race 8 {John B. Connally Turf Cup~G3~1 1/2 mile~TURF~4 year-old up~Graded Stakes}

A fantastic field of twelve will hit the Houston green in this annual Turf battle. 

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is sufficient speed to keep the pace honest. Speed numbers are very close with nine in the field having hit triple digit Equibase figs. Trainer, Michael Maker, has three entrants while trainer, Joe Sharp has two. Only two in this field have not raced at this distance. This highly competitive field will produce a fantastic race.

#3 Tide of the Sea (Gaffalione / Maker) is coming out of a grade two race holding the third highest (tie) speed number at the distance. He has produced four endurance producing workouts in the last thirty days. Look for him to be forwardly placed. A son of English Channel, he is 57% in the money from nineteen career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Another Mystery (Loveberry / Block) will challenge with a couple of very good last out speed numbers and three strong peaking workouts. He will be tracking the leaders ready to strike. His resume includes the highest speed number at the distance among this field. A son of Temple City, he is 47% in the money from twenty-three career starts.

#11 A journeytofreedom (Rosario / Maker) is the deserved morning line favorite with the third highest last out speed number at a longer Turf route and three superb workouts. This guy will track the pace and enter the stretch with flourish. A son of Hard Spun, he is 45% in the money from twenty-two career starts.

#8 Logical Myth (Beschizza / Sharp) should contend with the highest last out speed number and three sound workouts. This lad should track the pace closely. An eight time winner, he shares the highest speed number over the surface. A son of Data Link, he is 53% in the money from twenty-six career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Strong Tide (G. Franco / Lauer) Holds the second highest last out speed number and two hearty workouts. Another son of English Channel, he should track the pace closely.

#6 Fantasioso [ARG] (Graham / Correas) comes in off a longer Turf route, finishing third and on the cusp of a triple digit speed number. A son of Strategic Prince [GB], he will be in the tracking pack ready to move on in the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Tide of the Sea  +  #9 Another Mystery  +  #11 A journeytofreedom  +  #8 Logical Myth.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($3.60)

#3 Tide of the Sea  /  #9 Another Mystery  /  #11 A journeytofreedom,  #8 Logical Myth,  #4 Strong Tide,  #6 Fantasioso {ARG]  /  ALL.

Best of luck to all...... 

Stakes Saturday in South Florida

KD 145 points are on the line as we take in a great stakes race down in South Florida.

Gulfstream Park Race 11 {Holy Bull~G2~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A fantastic field of nine will go to the gate with Kentucky Derby points on the line. There is a plethora of speed which should produce a sizzling pace on a fast track. Speed numbers are widely varied as is the case as these horses launch their three year-old season. Many have sound potential and may find their way into the gate on that first Saturday in May. It should be a very exciting race.

#8 Maximus Mischief (J. Ortiz / Reid) will be the odds on favorite and deservedly so. This guy has rattled of three wins from his three career starts with speed numbers in the nineties much better than all the rest. It is his race to win as he cuts back from a longer route and puts in three superb peaking workouts. A son of Into Mischief, expect him to be part of the pace scenario.
$1 WIN  (not a lot of value on this one).

#6 Mihos (Velazquez / Jerkens) should challenge seeking to get his third win in a row. He holds the second highest last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. This lad should benefit greatly from a frothy pace. A son of Cairo Prince, he has already cruised to victory over the Gulfstream track.
$2 PLACE  / $3 SHOW.

#3 Epic Dreamer (I. Ortiz / Breen) should contend after a disappointing effort down in Texas. He holds the highest (tie) speed number at this distance and has put in three fabulous peaking workouts. A son of Kentucky Derby winner, Orb, he could be right in the thick of it from the opening gate.
$2 SHOW.

#2 Federal Case (Castellano / Pletcher) should be in the mix with the third highest last out speed number and three fantastic peaking workouts. He has won in both of his starts and will be stretching out for this race. A son of Gemologist, he should sit close to the pace waiting for an opening.

10 CENT Superfecta

#8 Maximus Mischief  /  #6 Mihos  /  #3 Epic Dreamer, #2 Federal Case  /  ALL.




Last Superfecta Sunday (1/27) Results
Sam Houston Race Park R8.  John B. Connally TURF Cup--G3.  We missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort nailing down only two of the four required. Superfecta went 4-1-6-8.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Lawless West, finished 8th.
Bankroll slides to $72.11.

Superfecta Sunday long on the Turf

A beautiful day down in Houston, Texas as we take in a classic Turf contest on this Superfecta Sunday.

Sam Houston Race Park Race 8 {John B. Connally Turf Cup~G3~1 1/2 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A good field of nine will take to the grass in this annual event. There is a little speed which should force the trackers closer to the pace. Speed numbers are fairly close making it a somewhat competitive event. Two millionaires make their appearance seeking to add to their treasure. Our task is to cobble together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#4 Bigger Picture (J. Ortiz / Maker) should be the odds on favorite with the highest last out speed number and three stout workouts. He has already scored two victories over this course from two tries. A son of Badge of Silver, he is exceptional at this distance holding a 72% in the money record from eleven starts.

#3 Lawless West (E. Martin / Offolter) could surprise with the fourth highest last out speed number and two hearty workouts. He loves the Turf and this course. A son of Giant's Causeway, he should be forwardly placed looking to get first run at the leader. He might relish the stretch out in distance. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#8 Markitoff (Smith / Maker) should challenge with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and three superb workouts. He is another that should enjoy the stretch out in distance. Another son of Giant's Causeway, he should be tracking the pace with a bunch of others.

#9 Cooptado [ARG] (G. Saez / Morley) should contend with the third highest speed number at the distance and one efficient workout. He does have six career wins entering into this contest. A millionaire son of Equal Stripes [ARG], he should be tracking and closing into a solid pace.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Bigger Picture  +  #3 Lawless West  +  #8 Markitoff  +  #9 Cooptado [ARG].




Stakes Saturday Results
Gulfstream Park R11.  Pegasus World Cup Turf Invitational--G1.  Our first pick, Bricks and Mortar, won (1st) for win money of $3.80, place money of $4.20, and show money of $4.80.  Our second pick, Catapult, finished 4th.  Our third pick, Yoshida [JPN], finished 6th.
Superfecta went 7-1-8-9. We missed the box by one wagering interest.
Bankroll gains four dimes to settle at $76.51.

Stakes Saturday at the "Big A"

On the road to the Kentucky Derby we take a look at a fine derby prep race in good old New York.

Aqueduct Race 8 {Withers~G3~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A quality field of ten derby aspirants go to the gate in this annual contest. There is a smidgeon of speed to keep the pace rolling. Speed numbers are fairly close with the young lads trying to improve with every race. Only three have gone this exact distance with a number of others running close, 50 yards shy to be precise. It should be another exciting race on the KD 143 prep race schedule.

#5 Bonus Points (Franco / Pletcher) might take another step forward with a couple of very good last out speed numbers, a three race progression, and two hearty workouts. This lad has already won at this distance and is the most experienced of the crew. A son of Majestic Warrior, he should be able to track the pace closely.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#4 El Areeb (McCarthy / C. Lynch) should go off as the favorite with the highest last out speed number, chasing four wins in a row, holding a five race progression, and putting in four dynamite workouts. He has the potential to wire this field. A son of Exchange Rate, he is 80% in the money from five starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#1 True Timber (Carmouche / McLaughlin) should challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two robust workouts. This guy loves the dirt and the Aqueduct track. A son of Mineshaft, he should continue to improve as the distance lengthens.

$1 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#9 Square Shooter (Pennington / Lerman) should contend with a couple of very good last out performances, scoring victories in both. He is working a two race progression and has put in two strong workouts prepping for this race. A son of Trappe Shot, he will be making his third career start.

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 Bonus Points  /  #4 El Areeb  /  #1 True Timber  /  #9 Square Shooter, ALL.

Last Superfecta Sunday (1/29) Results

Sam Houston Race Park R8.  John B. Connally Turf Cup--G3.  We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort, scoring three of the four wagering interests required. Superfecta went 4-8-5-3.

Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Oscar Nominated, finished 2nd for show money of $2.10.

Bankroll slips again to settle at $100.07.

Superfecta Sunday in Houston

Have to get some Turf in our system as we look in on Houston for our Superfecta Sunday.

Sam Houston Race Park Race 8 {John B. Connally Turf Cup~G3~1 1/2 mile~TURF~4 year old Up~Graded Stakes}

An interesting group of eight will hit the Houston grass in this annual stakes race. There is very little speed. Speed numbers are fairly close. A number ship in from other circuits which should give it a great deal more competitiveness. Our task is to thread a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#8 Oscar Nominated (Geroux / Maker) might have the edge with the second highest last out speed number and one quality workout. This lad will stretch out to the distance, but should be quite capable of handling it. He should be tracking the pace closely. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$2 SHOW.

#4 Bigger Picture (J. Ortiz / Maker) will submit a mighty challenge with the highest speed number at the distance and four superb peaking workouts. This guy also holds the highest speed number over the Turf. He is another that should be close to the pace.

#5 Greengrassofyoming (Albarado / Maker) should contend with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four hearty workouts. The most seasoned horse in the race, he will be closing gallantly into the stretch.

#1 Domikate (Singh / Pearson) could be in the hunt with the fourth highest last out speed number and two robust workouts. He loves the Turf surface and the Sam Houston course. Expect him to track the pace relatively closely, then spring into the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#8 Oscar Nominated  +  #4 Bigger Picture  +  #5 Greengrassofyoming  +  #1 Domikate.

Stakes Saturday Results

Gulfstream Park R11.  W.L. McKnight Handicap--G3.  Our first pick, Mr. Maybe, finished 10th.  Our second pick, Danish Dynaformer, finished 8th.  Our third pick, Tagheeb, won (1st) for show money of $2.30.

Superfecta went 1-11-9-7.

Bankroll gets bumped badly, dropping to $102.27.

Superfecta Sunday down in New Orleans

We go into Superfecta Sunday capping off not only an exciting weekend of racing, but a great month of racing. More will undoubtedly come. Today we look at a highly competitive Turf route.

Fair Grounds Race Course Race 6 {1 1/16 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Allowance Optional Claiming}

A strong group of ten will take to the green in this full field Turf feature. There is enough speed to keep and honest pace. Speed numbers are relatively close. Most in here are grizzled Turf veterans. It should be a spectacular race. Our task is to link together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#11 Trend (Geroux / Stidham) should share favoritism with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one dynamite workout. He enjoys the Fair Grounds Turf course with a 50% in the money record. He should be tracking and closing efficiently.

#4 Purely Boy (Albarado / Maker) should be the other favorite with the highest last out speed number and three superb workouts. He is coming out of a stakes event prior to a very brief layoff. This guy should be fresh and ready to close.

#3 Cartoon (Reznikov / Vashchenko) could surprise with a continued improvement. This lad has landed in the money in all four of his races. He holds a couple of good last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and two solid workouts. Tracking the pace closely, he should get first jump on the leaders. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$1 SHOW.

#2 Candy Gran (Bridgmohan / McKeever) should contend with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three stout workouts. He will be stretching out to this distance and should be running just off the pace.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#11 Trend  +  #4 Purely Boy  +  #3 Cartoon  +  #2 Candy Gran.




Stakes Saturday Results
Sam Houston Race Park R8. John B. Connally Turf Cup--G3.  Our first pick, Big John B, finished 3rd for show money of $5.10.  Our second pick, Kaigun, finished 3rd for show money of $2.40.  Our third pick, Da Big Hoss, won (1st) for show money of $2.60.
Superfecta went 5-8-6-7.
Bankroll gets shaved a buck to settle at $36.16.

Stakes Saturday in Texas

On this Stakes Saturday we take a peek at a late one, observing a classic Turf race in the great state of Texas.

Sam Houston Race Park Race 8 {John B. Connally Turf Cup~G3~1 1/2 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A great group of nine Turfers will make their way to the gate for this classic Turf distance. There is limited speed signed on which might make for a controlled pace. Those that have traversed this distance have all done well and will be the favorites. The balance of the field will be stretching out for the first time. Speed numbers are relatively close. It should be a very exciting night race.

#6 Big John B (Rosario / D'Amato) comes in from California ready to run. He holds the highest speed number at the distance, a couple of very good last out speed numbers and three endurance building workouts. With the right pace he should be able to close this field down. A son of Hard Spun he holds fourteen career wins.
$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Kaigun (Bravo / Casse) will challenge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two solid peaking workouts. This lad is the only millionaire in the field and should hold favoritism. A son of Northern Afleet, he should track the pace closely ready to spring into the stretch.
$2 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#5 Da Big Hoss (Geroux / Maker) should contend with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three hearty peaking workouts. This guy has the second best in the money record at 73%. A son of Lemon Drop Kid, he should close gallantly.
$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#7 Pumpkin Rumble (Murrill / G. Scherer) should take another step forward while stretching out. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three robust workouts. A son of English Channel, he should track and close with relish.

10 CENT Superfecta

#6 Big John B  /  #8 Kaigun  /  #5 Da Big Hoss  /  #7 Pumpkin Rumble.




Friday's Results
Fair Grounds Race Course R8.  Claiming. Our pick, Bissectrisa, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 3-11-10-7.
Bankroll continues its dive to $37.16.