Turfing along the Jersey Shore

 Off we go to the Jersey shore for some great Turf action.

Monmouth Park Race 9 {1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Claiming}

A good field of ten will go to the gate in this lucky last on the card.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed in this race to produce an honest pace. Speed figs are fairly close making it a competitive race. Only one entrant will race over the Monmouth course. Another entrant will be trying the distance for the first time. It should be a fine race to wager and watch.

#9 Al Ameeq (Camacho / Ness) has the tactical speed to adapt to whatever pace develops. He comes in with a decent last out speed number and one sound workout. This guy has won both of his races at this distance. A son of Kitten's Joy, he is 60% in the money from fifteen.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#1 Bring Me a Check (Marin / Synnefias) comes to the race with the highest last out speed number and one decent workout. This lad should track the pace closely and spring into the stretch. He loves the Turf, distance, and course. A son of Fast Anna, he is 60% in the money from sixty-one starts.

#6 Drakon (Olver / David) comes in with the third highest last out speed number at a longer route. He is another that will track the pace closely. This gelding excels at the distance. A slight drop in class helps his cause. A son of First Samurai, he is 39% in the money from twenty-eight starts.

#10 Shogun be Fast (S. Gonzalez / Synnefias) is likely to be the speed of the race. He cuts back in distance all the while repeating a decent speed number in his last two races. This colt enjoys the Turf, distance, and course. A son of Distorted Humor, he is 37% in the money from sixteen starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#12 Be Here (P. Lopez / Delgado) should track and close into a fast pace. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number. This guy is strong on the Turf and at the distance. A son of Ghostzapper, he is 41% in the money from thirty-nine starts.

#3 Lonely Ride [ARG] (Leon / E. Hernandez) is another that will track and close. This gelding won his last out and looks to be in good form. He has hit the board in half of his races at this distance. A son of Candy Ride [ARG], he is 38% in the money from eighteen starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#9 Al Ameeq  +  #1 Bring Me a Check  +  #6 Drakon  +  #10 Shogun be Fast.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($5.60)

#9 Al Ameeq  /  #1 Bring Me a Check,  #6 Drakon  /  #1,  #6,  #10 Shogun Be Fast,  #12 Be Here,  #3 Lonely Ride  /  ALL.

Best of Luck with all your Superfecta Sunday wagers!!!

Jersey Breds on Superfecta Sunday

 Oceanport, New Jersey is our virtual destination for a Jersey bred sprint handicap.

Monmouth Park Race 9 {Eleven North Handicap~6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~New Jersey Bred~Stakes}

A good crop of nine will go to the gate in this Jersey handicap.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed to maintain a strong pace. Speed numbers for this group are very close. This entire group love the surface, distance, and track. The race should be super competitive as they sprint over the Monmouth track. A quality race for our Superfecta Sunday.

#7 Mias Crusade (J. Torres / Spina) holds the second highest speed number at this distance and has put in two solid peaking workouts. This gal has the tactical speed to mold into the pace. She has strong in the money performance over the surface, distance, and track. A daughter of Greenpointcrusader, she is 57% in the money from fourteen career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#4 Sadie Baby (Rendon / McBurney) should track the pace closely. She holds the third highest last out speed number and two efficient workouts. This gal holds exceptional in the money performances over the surface, distance, and track. A daughter of California Chrome, she is 66% in the money from six career starts.

#9 Beach Daze (Bowman / Mann) will be tracking the pace and strike in the stretch. She is 100% in the money at this distance. Last out she ran a route and has put in a peaking workout. A daugher of Blofeld, she is 66% in the money from eighteen career starts.

#5 Precious Avary (S. Gonzalez / Shaw) is the morning line favorite with the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer sprint and one hearty workout. She has the tactical speed to blend into the speed. Of this group, she holds the highest speed number over the surface, distance, and track. A daughter of Divining Rod, she is 63% in the money from eleven career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Roselba (J. Vargas / Huston) has posted good speed numbers in her last three races. She has tactical speed. A daughter of Private Interview, she is 31% itm.

#8 I Can Run (Rojas / Gonzalez) holds the highest last out speed number at a route. She is a tracker counting on a swift pace. A daughter of Tourist, she is 40% in the money from fifteen starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#7 Mias Crusade  +  #4 Sadie Baby  +  #9 Beach Daze  +  #5 Precious Avary.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#7 Mias Crusade  /  #4 Sadie Baby,  #9 Beach Daze  /  #4,  #9,  #5 Precious Avary,  #6 Roselba,  #8 I Can Run  /  ALL.

Best of luck to you with all your Superfecta Sunday wagers!!! 

A Jersey Shore Sprint on Stakes Saturday

 A great Saturday of numerous stakes racing across North America. We look in on a superb sprint along the Jersey Shore.

Monmouth Park Race 8 {Jersey Shore Stakes~6 Furlongs~3 year-old~Stakes}

An interesting and extremely competitive field of nine will go to the gate.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Plenty of speed will duel mightily on the front end of this fabulous dirt sprint. Speed numbers are very close and all of these are proven at this distance. All of these lads are well prepped through very goods workouts. It is a very intriguing race to wager and watch.

#2 Squire Creek (Castillo / B. Cox) is the morning line favorite and deservedly so. He holds the second highest last out speed number at a longer sprint and three hearty workouts. Look for him to be forwardly placed. This will be his first start over the Monmouth track. A son of Uncle Mo, he is 100% in the money from four career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Heldish (Rendon / Maker) has the tactical speed to meld into any pace that develops. He has hit the board in his last three where he tripled-up his speed figs. A strong workout tab of four works adds to his value. This guy loves the surface, distance, and course. A son of Great Notion, he is 80% in the money from ten career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#6 Super Chow (Olver / Delgado) will be part of the speed faction. He holds the third highest last out speed number and has one power bullet workout. This colt is another that loves the dirt, distance, and track. A son of Lord Nelson, he is 90% in the money from eleven career starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Wild Mule (N. Juarez / D. Ward) should track the pace closely with a couple of good last out speed numbers and two efficient works. This lad has won all three of his races over the Monmouth track. A son of Army Mule, he is 75% in the money from eight career starts.

#7 Swirvin (McCarthy / S.A, Joseph) is another that should be part of the pack of speedsters. He comes into this race with the highest last out speed number at a longer sprint and three solid workouts. Coming up from Gulfstream Park this will be his first Monmouth Park start. A son of Girvin, he holds a 66% win rate from three starts.

#5 Minister for Magic (Pennington / Cibelli) holds the fourth highest last out speed number and two excellent workouts. He should track the pace closely. This guy does hold the highest speed number over the track. A son of Malibu Moon, he has a 40% win rate from five starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#2 Squire Creek  //  #8 Heldish,  #6 Super Chow,  #4 Wild Mule,  #7 Swirvin,  #5 Minister for Magic.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#8,  #6,  #4,  #7,  #5  //  #2 Squire Creek.

Best of luck to on 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!!!

Stakes Saturday at Monmouth Park

 We journey (virtually, of course) to the Jersey shore for some fine racing. On this Stakes Saturday we look in on a fantastic dirt mile.

Monmouth Park Race 12 {Salvator Mile~G3~1 mile~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

The field has been whittled down to eight milers.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This race has plenty of speed to produce a swift pace. Speed figs are very close with the entire field hitting at least one triple digit in their lifetimes. All will be hitting the Monmouth track for the first time. It should be a great race.

#8 Nimitz Class (Toledo / Kravets) comes in from Parx looking for his sixth win in a row. He should be forwardly placed ready to battle for position. This guy holds the highest (tie) last out speed number. He looks ready and able. A son of Arrogate, he is 68% in the money from sixteen career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Octane (Rendon / C. David) comes up from Gulfstream Park sharing the highest last out speed number and two solid peaking workouts. He is another that should be forwardly placed. This guy shows improving speed figs in his last three races. A son of Brethren, he is 77% in the money from thirteen career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#9 Artorius (Geroux / C. Brown) last raced at Keeneland. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and four diligent workouts. A modest layoff makes him fresh for a good run. He will track the leaders and strike in the stretch. A son of Arrogate, he is 60% in the money from five career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#1 Petulante (L. Saez / Barboza) comes in from Churchill downs with a streak of two wins. Look for him to speed away from the gate. He loves the surface and distance. This lad holds the third highest last out speed number and three superb peaking workouts. A son of Arrogate, he is 100% in the money from five career starts.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Empty Tomb (Camacho / Falcone) should be forwardly placed with the second highest speed number at the distance and two sound workouts. A son of Speightstown, he is 58% itm from thirty-one starts.

#7 Trademark (Rosario / Oliver) should track the pace closely with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and two good works. A son of Upstart, he is 31% itm from sixteen starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#8 Nimitz Class  //  #6 Octane,  #9 Artorius,  #1 Petulante,  #3 Empty Tomb,  #7 Trademark.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#6,  #9,  #1,  #3,  #7  //  #8 Nimitz Class.

May all your tickets cash on this terrific Stakes Saturday!!!

Superfecta Sunday Turf near the Jersey Shore

 On this beautiful Superfecta Sunday we look in on a fantastic Turf race near the Jersey Shore.

Monmouth Park Race 10 {1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old/4 year-old~Claiming}

A very nice field of ten will go to the Jersey green in this superb claiming race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is some speed and forwardly placed types to keep an honest pace. Speed figs are fairly close making it super competitive. Half the field has not raced over the Monmouth course. All look well prepped to run a fine race. As the penultimate on the Monmouth card, it should be a fantastic race to wager and watch.

#5 Crafty King (Ferrer / G. Bennett) will stretch out to this distance which he should enjoy. This lad holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number and two workman like works. He should track the pace and get it on in the stretch. A son of American Pharoah, he is 42% in the money from seven career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#9 Okletsgo (Marin / T. Wilson) will drop in distance from his last with three solid peaking workouts. With a nice string of improving speed figs he appears ready to roll. The proper pace should allow him to track and close efficiently. A son of Klimt, he is 50% in the money from eight career starts.

#3 Hashtag No Wonder (Rendon / David) loves the surface, distance, and course. He comes in sharing the second highest last out speed number and one sound workout. Another tracker who should compete into the stretch. A son of Astern [AUS], he is 42% in the money from nineteen career starts.

#4 Summer Bee (Camacho / Dini) relishes the distance. He comes in with the highest last out speed number and one strong bullet workout. This guy should race close to the pace. A son of Summer Front, he is 50% in the money from ten career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#10 El Conejito (Torres / Stephens) comes in off an extended layoff. He broke his maiden over the Monmouth course. This lightly raced gelding will be the speed of the race. Look for him to attempt to wire the field. A son of Palace, has a 50% win rate from two starts.

#7 Hoku (J. Gomez / Noble) comes in from Parx with the fourth highest last out speed number and one good workout. He should race close to the pace. This gelding enjoys the surface and distance. A son of Morning Line, he is 66% in the money from six career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Crafty King  +  #9 Okletsgo  +  #3 Hashtag No Wonder  +  #4 Summer Bee.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($5.60)

#5 Crafty King  /  #9 Okletsgo,  #3 Hashtag No Wonder  /  #9,  #3,  #4 Summer Bee,  #10 El Conejito,  #7 Hoku  /  ALL.

Best of luck in all your Superfecta wagers on this fine Superfecta Sunday!!!

Draw your Swords for Stakes Saturday

 We take in a lively classic Turf race up at the "Spa" for our Stakes Saturday handicapping venture.

Saratoga {Sword Dancer~G1~1 1/2 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A modest field of eight very talented Turf horses will battle in this grade one. There are a few forwardly placed types to keep an honest pace. Speed numbers are fairly close making it a competitive one. A couple of millionaire horses make their appearance plotting to bulk up their purse earnings. Premiere Turf trainer, Michael Maker has three entrants. It should be a heck of a race at this marathon distance.

#2 Aquaphobia (I. Ortiz / Maker) is in excellent form with the highest last out speed number and four superb peaking workouts. Among this group, this fella shares top honor for most victories at nine. This guy comes in fresh ready to run in his tracking style. A son of Giant's Causeway, he is 58% in the money from thirty-six starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Pedro Cara [FR] (Velazquez / Motion) will challenge coming off an extended layoff after racing in Qatar. He has hit the board in his last three races and has compiled a stamina producing workout tab (four works) during his time off. This French bred turfer is 83% in the money at this distance covering six starts. A son of Pedro the Great, he should take up a tracking position ready to slice through.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#5 Corelli (Rosario / Thomas) will be making his third North American start after racing over in Great Britain. He holds the third highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. Our friends across the pond love the progeny of Point of Entry, as they tend to be "stayers". This guy has raced at much longer distances than any of his foes in this race. Expect him to take up a tracking position and gun it in the stretch.

$2 SHOW.

#8 Sadler's Joy (Castellano / Albertrani) might go off as the favorite with the second highest speed number at the distance and the second highest (tie) last out speed number. He has produced two sound workouts in the last thirty days. This guy has hit the board in his last three. A son of the great Kitten's Joy, he will need some pace to run in to with his commanding kick.

$1 SHOW.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#2 Aquaphobia  //  #7 Pedro Cara [FR],  #5 Corelli,  #8 Sadler's Joy.

10 CENT Superfecta ($1.00)

#2 Aquaphobia  /  #7 Pedro Cara [FR]  /  #5 Corelli,  #8 Sadler's Joy  /  ALL.

Furlong Friday Results

Monmouth Park R3.  Beaten Claiming.  Our first pick, Rogue Patriot, won (1st) for win money of $7.70 and show money of $2.60.  Our second pick, Earned Success, finished 2nd for show money of $1.10.

We hit the Superfecta with our box effort earning a modest $9.81. Superfecta went 7-5-4-1.

Bankroll gets a nice lift to $91.39.

Furlong Friday along the Jersey Shore

 On this Friday we take a peak at a competitive six furlong claiming race along the Jersey shore.

Monmouth Park Race 3 {6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Beaten Claiming}

An interesting field of eight will go to the gate in this claiming competition. Three is a good deal of speed to produce a swift enough pace that might benefit those running from off it. Speed numbers are very close. It should be a good race.

#7 Rogue Patriot (Torres / Fernandez) looks to be in sound form and may well benefit from a fast pace as he tracks the front pack. He holds the third highest last out speed number. This guy posts the fourth highest speed number at the distance with a 54% in the money record at same. A son of Two Step Salsa, he sports a 50% in the money record from thirty-eight career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 SHOW.

#5 Earned Success (Peterson / Potts) should go off as the favorite with the highest last out speed number and the highest speed number at the distance. He also has a solid in the money record at the distance coming at 66% from six tries. This guy should be forwardly placed ready to romp. A son of Mineshaft, he is 57% in the money from fourteen starts.

$1 SHOW.

#4 Currency Chrome (Panajio / Delgado) should challenge with the second highest last out speed number and two wins at this distance in five tries. This lad will be motoring on the front-end. A son of Currency Swap, he will be dropping into this one after facing marginally tougher in his last race. He is 41% in the money from twelve career starts.

 #1 Brimstone (Ro. Maragh / Toscano) has the tactical speed to feel out the pace and adjust accordingly. He has hit the board in his last three, winning his last and throwing down a decent workout. This guy likes the distance and the Monmouth track. A son of Munnings, he holds the most wins of this group at ten from fifty-three career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#7 Rogue Patriot  +  #5 Earned Success  +  #4 Currency Chrome  +  #1 Brimstone.

Last Superfecta Sunday (8/23) Results

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club R9.  Del Mar Mile--G2.  We misfired on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort only capturing two of the four wagering interests required to cash. Superfecta went 4-8-7-11.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Galilean, finished 5th.

Bankroll gets dinged and dips to $76.58.

Superfecta Sunday in the Lincoln National Forest

Yes! We look in on a fantastic stakes race for New Mexico bred ladies in the midst of the Lincoln National Forest. It should be a fine Superfecta Sunday.

Ruidoso Downs Race 8 {Lincoln Handicap~6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies and Mares~NM~Stakes}

We can look forward to a nice full field of twelve in this annual affair. Much of the speed should be coming from the outside posts. Speed numbers are very close for this group. Only two have never raced at Ruidoso. Most come in fresh off modest layoffs. It should be a thrilling sprint. Our task is to lasso a winning 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket.

#8 Waltzing Attila (Negron / Summers) might be the one to beat coming off a two win streak out of Zia Park. She holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number and three super strong workouts. This gal also holds the second highest speed number at the distance. A daughter of Atilla's Strom, she should be part of the pace scenario. She is 70% in the money from twenty-three career starts. We give her the nod as our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#2 Orogrande (L. Fuentes / Burton) will give chase coming off a modest layoff with three decent last out speed numbers. She holds the third highest speed number at the distance. This 5 year-old mare enters with three robust workouts. A daughter of Quinton's Gold, she is 60% in the money from twenty-five career starts. Strong connections enhance her chances.

#10 I'm a Dancing Who (Sterling / Summers) should challenge with the highest last out speed number and four superb workouts. She should fire fresh off a modest layoff. This gal also holds the highest speed number at the distance. A daughter of Indian Firewater, she is 49% in the money from twenty-nine career starts. She should be racing close to the pace.

#9 Flight Song (A. Juarez / Fincher) should contend with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and three hearty workouts. This gal loves the distance and the Ruidoso track. Look for her to track the pace and run into a speedy pace. Another daughter of Attila's Storm. she is 62% in the money from thirteen career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#8 Waltzing Attila  +  #2 Orogrande  +  #10 I'm a Dancing Who  +  #9 Flight Song.




Stakes Saturday Results
Monmouth Park R9.  Irish War Cry Handicap.  Our first pick, Golden Brown, won (1st) for win money of $2.20, place money of $2.60, and show money of $3.15.  Our second pick, Premdini, finished 3rd for show money of $3.20.  Our third pick, Royal Urn, finished 2nd for show money of $1.05.
We hit our Exacta wheel play earning a meager $3.50.
Superfecta went 8-3-5-7.
Bankroll catches a couple of bucks to settle at $127.13

Stakes Saturday for Jersey Breds

On this Stakes Saturday we take in a nice race along the Jersey shore. Summer is made for horse racing though sometimes the fields are not as robust.

Monmouth Park Race 9 {Irish War Cry Handicap~1 mile~3 year-old Up~NJ~Stakes}

A reduced field of six as this one comes off the Turf. These reliable lads will go a mile on the main track. Two thirds of the field is composed of speedsters which might benefit the off the pace two. Speed numbers are fairly close making it a competitive event despite the short field. It should be a great race on this last weekend in July.

#8 Golden Brown (P. Lopez / McBurney) should go off as the deserved favorite with the third highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. He does hold the highest speed number at the distance. A son of Offlee Wild, he should be running close to the pace and spring into the stretch in good position. This guy is 58% in the money from twenty-one career starts.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#5 Premdini (Diaz / Carvajal) will challenge coming off a dirt sprint in which scored the highest last out speed number among this field. He has posted one peaking workout anticipating this third race of his form cycle. A son of Dance with Ravens, he should be part of the pace team. This lad is 70% in the money from twenty career starts.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#3 Royal Urn (Bravo / Breen) has improved in each of his last three races. He holds the second highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. This five year-old gelding also holds the second highest speed number at the distance. A son of Kantharos, he is in great position to take advantage of any hotly contest pace with a strong tracking/closing running style.
$1 SHOW.

#7 Optic Way (W. Garcia / Ryan) is another that should be part of the speedy group on the front end. He comes out of a dirt sprint stakes with a good speed number and one peaky bullet workout. A son of Cable Boy, he is 71% in the money from twenty-four career starts. 

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#8 Golden Brown  //  #5 Premdini,  #3 Royal Urn,  #7 Optic Way.

10 CENT Superfecta (60 cents)

#8 Golden Brown  /  #5 Premdini  /  #3 Royal Urn,  #7 Optic Way  /  ALL.




Last Superfecta Sunday (7/19) Results
Saratoga R9.  Lake Placid--G2.  We misfired on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort capturing only two of the four wagering interests required to cash. Superfecta went 1-6-4-5.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Speaktomeofsummer, won (1st) for show money of $2.30.
Bankroll takes a small dip to $124.93.

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 in Oklahoma

On this Superfecta Sunday we take in possibly one of the best race of the horse racing weekend down in the great State of Oklahoma.

Remington Park Race 12 {Oklahoma Derby~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A great field of eleven will go to the gate in this annual Derby race. There is some speed to take the pack through decent fractions. Speed figures are fairly close with a few head and withers above the rest. A few in here are approaching millionaire status and a win, place, or show could put them into that rarefied rank. Our task is to lasso a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#10 Mucho Gusto (Talamo / Baffert) looks to be the one to beat with the highest last out speed number and three superlative workouts. This guy is 100% in the money from nine career starts. A son of Mucho Macho Man, he should be forwardly placed looking to crush this field.

#11 Owendale (Geroux / B. Cox) should pose a serious threat with the third highest last out speed number and a group of three scintillating works that include a couple of bullets. This lad has a win at this distance in his only run at it. A son of Into Mischief , he will be closing gallantly in the stretch.

#3 Bankit (Santana / Asmussen) should contend with the fourth highest last out speed number and three hearty peaking workouts. This lad has done well at the distance and over the Remington track. A son of Central Banker, he is another closer that should bring the battle to the stretch. He is out Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#7 Chess Chief (Mena / Stewart) has been showing improved speed numbers in his last three races and has put together two strong workouts. This guy could surprise. Another son of Into Mischief, he will be tracking the pace ready to strike.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#10 Mucho Gusto  +  #11 Owendale  +  #3 Bankit  +  #7 Chess Chief.




Stakes Saturday Results
Monmouth Park R9.  Violet Stakes.  Our first pick, Candy Store [IRE], finished 9th (last).  Our second pick, Barkaa [FR], finished 3rd for show money of $3.20,  Our third pick, Too Charming, finished 6th.
We failed on our $1 Saturday Exacta Wheel.
Superfecta went 10-12-11-9.
Bankroll plummets to $43.62.

Stakes Saturday Turf along the Jersey Shore

A nice Fall day for some Turf action along the Jersey Shore.

Monmouth Park Race 9 {Violet Stakes~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}

A reduced field of nine will hit the grass in this splendid stakes race. There is enough speed to maintain a quick pace. Speed numbers are very close making it a competitive event. All have experience at this distance and three are looking forward to race on the Monmouth Turf for the first time. It should be a great race.

#8 Candy Store [IRE] (P. Lopez / Clement) might have the edge with the tactical speed she holds. This gal has the third highest last out speed number and two superb peaking workouts. A daughter of Lope De Vega [IRE], she acquitted herself nicely in her only run at this distance.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#11 Barkaa [FR] (Bravo / C. Brown) should challenge with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and four diligent workouts. She will be coming into this race fresh off a modest layoff. This gal is 60% in the money from ten career starts. A daughter of Siyouni [FR], she will be tracking the pace ready to strike.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#5 Too Charming (Ferrer / Albertrani) should contend holding a 100% in the money record from four starts at this very distance. She has put in three hearty workouts also during a modest layoff. A daughter of Bernardini, she should be forwardly placed ready to score.
$1 SHOW.

#12 Theodora B (Juarez / Dickinson) looks to do some damage with the highest speed number (tie) over the Monmouth course. She loves the course and distance and has put in one mighty workout. A daughter of Ghostzapper, she is another that will be tracking the pace ready to gun it in the stretch.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#8 Candy Store [IRE]  /  #11 Barkaa [FR],  #5 Too Charming,  #12 Theodora B.

10 CENT Superfecta ($1.20)

#8 Candy Store [IRE]  /  #11 Barkaa [FR]  /  #5 Too Charming,  #12 Theodora B  /  ALL.



Last Superfecta Sunday (9/22) Results
Churchill Downs R5.  Maiden Claiming.  We did not do well on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort scoring only one of the four wagering interests required. Superfecta went 7-4-8-3.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Superado, did no better, finishing 10th (last).
Bankroll dips to $54.62.

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 on the Turf

A great Stakes Saturday to enjoy races across the country. Today we take a look at the Turf prep for the Secretariat on Million Day.

Arlington International Race 8 {American Derby~G3~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A fantastic field of thirteen will hit the Arlington Turf in this annual contest. There is plenty of speed to make sure the pace is strong. Speed numbers are fairly close as each one of these lads continues to show improvement. Some of the very best American Turf pedigrees are represented here to further the handicapping challenge. It should be one of the best Turf races on this Stakes Saturday.

#12 Crafty Daddy (Geroux / B. Cox) might have the edge with the third highest last out speed number and four diligent workouts. This lad also holds the second highest speed fig at the distance. He has improved with each outing and will be seeking his fourth win in a row. A son of Scat Daddy, he has the tactical speed to allow the pace to take him forward.
$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $4 SHOW.

#2 War Film (M. Mena / Asmussen) should challenge with the highest speed number at the distance and three stout workouts. This guy has recorded two wins from five career starts. A son of Declaration of War, he should take up a tracking position ready to close them down in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

#11 Flying Scotsman (Prat / Sisterton) could go off as the favorite with the second highest last out speed number and three robust workouts. He is coming off an extended layoff, last racing at Del Mar. A son of English Channel, this distance is strongly in his wheelhouse. Look for him to run close to the pace and strike in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

#3 Faraway Kitten (Beschizza / Maker) will contend as he continues to improve with every race.This guy is 100% in the money at this distance having run it three times in his young career. He won last out at Canterbury and has put in two hearty workouts in the last thirty days. A son of Kitten's Joy, he should race close to the pace and explode through the stretch.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#12 Crafty Daddy / #2 War Film,  #11 Flying Scotsman,  #3 Faraway Kitten.

10 CENT Superfecta

#12 Crafty Daddy  /  #2 War Film  /  #11 Flying Scotsman,  #3 Faraway Kitten  /  ALL.




Furlong Friday Results
Monmouth Park R9.  Maiden Claiming.  Our pick, River Light, won (1st) for win money of $4.70 and show money of $3.00.
Superfecta went 4-6-5-3.
Bankroll gets a pop to settle at $18.43.

A Little Furlong Friday along the Atlantic

We take in a nice Maiden Claiming race in Oceanport, New Jersey for our Furlong Friday.

Monmouth Park Race 9 {6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Maiden Claiming}

A good group of seven maidens will go to the gate in this race. Three of the four our first time starters making the race all the more intriguing. There is enough speed to keep the pace churning. Of those that have raced, the speed numbers are very close. This race has a solid mix of good pedigrees. It should be a great race that could yield some surprises.

#4 River Light (Bravo / Thomas) could win at first asking with a superb peaking workout tab. This gal was purchased for 210K. A daughter of Union Rags, she appears primed and ready to tackle this crew.
$1 WIN  /  $2 SHOW.

#7 Valid Treasure (Jav. Felix / Hagan) comes into this one fresh after a very brief layoff. She holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number and one sound workout. This gal has hit the board in both of her career starts. A daughter of Overdriven, she should show speed from the bell.

#1 Asyena (Juarez / Ja. Servis) is a first time starter with strong connections that can win at first asking. She has worked three times in the last thirty days and looks ready to rumble. A daughter of Verrazano, she should be in the mix from the start.

#5 Dutchess Caroline (H. Diaz / O'Connell) comes up from Tampa Bay Downs with a modest layoff. She holds the highest last out speed number and two strengthening workouts. A daughter of Flatter, she should track what ever pace develops and strike in the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta

#4 River Light  /  #7 Valid Treasure  /  #1 Asyena,  #5 Dutchess Caroline  /  ALL.




Last Superfecta Sunday (7/7) Results
Monmouth Park R9.  Jersey Girl Handicap.  We hit our 10 CENT Superfecta box play, capturing all four wagering interests to win $4.34. Superfecta went 1-6-3-7.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Diamond Play, finished 2nd for show money of $1.30.
Bankroll gets a small raise to settle at $14.53.

Superfecta Sunday in New Jersey

Off we go for another fine Turf race in Jersey for our Superfecta Sunday.

Monmouth Park Race 9 {Jersey Girl handicap~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillie/Mares~NJ~Stakes}

A field of seven Jersey girls will strut onto the grass in this annual affair. There is a small amount of speed in this short field which will make the trackers and closers stay nearer to the pace. Speed numbers are fairly close. Our task is to sew together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#6 Diamond Play (P. Lopez / Margotta) looks like she might spring into victory with the highest last out speed number at a longer route and two steady workouts. She does love the Monmouth course and has done well at this distance. A daughter of E Dubai, she will need some pace on the front to demonstrate her kick. She is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$1 SHOW.

#1 Heading Home (Bravo / K. Breen) could be the one to beat with the third highest last otu speed number at a longer route and three strong workouts. She excels at this distance having a 100% in the money record at it and loves the Monmouth Turf. A daughter of After Market, she should track the pace closely.

#3 Ebony Ball (Juarez / Stephens) looks to be the pace setter coming out of dirt sprints. She shares the second highest last out speed number and has put in three dynamite workouts including two bullets. A daughter of Park Avenue Ball, this gal has a 58% in the money record from seventeen career starts.

#7 Crazy Daisy (haddock / Penaloza) should be in the mix also with that second highest last out speed number and one sound long workout. She is the second most races Jersey girl in this race holding a 67% in the money record from thirty-seven career starts. A daughter of Sky Mesa, she does get along well on the Turf.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#6 Diamond Play  +  #1 Heading Home  +  #3 Ebony Ball  +  #7 Crazy Daisy.




Stakes Saturday Results
Belmont Park R9.  BELMONT DERBY Invitational--G1.  Our first pick, Cape of Good Hope [IRE], finished 8th.  Our second pick, Rockemperor [IRE], finished 3rd for show money of $8.70.  Our third pick, Demarchelier [GB], finished 14th (last).
We did not have the winner. Consequently our $1 Saturday Exacta wheel was washed away.
Having only one of the four required in our 10 CENT Superfecta Box was a fail. Superfecta went 6-8-14-13.
Bankroll takes a hit and drops to $11.60.

Furlong Friday in South Florida

Into a wonderful Independence weekend we take a peek at a swell Turf race for Furlong Friday.

Gulfstream Park Race 4 {7 1/2 Furlongs~TURF~3 year-old Up~Maiden Claiming}

#1 Reorganize (Prado / Braddy) has already hit the board at this distance twice. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and is on a three race progression. Safe to say this guy enjoys the Turf. A son of Data Link, he has the tactical speed to stay the course.
$1 WIN  /  $2 SHOW.

#4 Good Timing Man (Rendon / Biacone) should challenge with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and one hearty workout. This lad holds the highest speed number at the distance. A son of Overdriven he should run close to the pace and strike in the stretch.

#6 Spanned (Zayas / Maker) will go off as the deserved favorite as he drops in from a Maiden Special Weight race where he scored the highest last out speed number amongst this group. He has put in a powerful peaking workout tab of four works in preparation. A son of Arch, he should be forwardly place ready to score.

#8 Taranto (Panici / Sancal) should contend with the second highest last out speed number at a route and three superb peaking workouts. He likes the surface of the Gulfstream course. A son of the great Gio Ponti, he has every chance of winning this one on the front end if he is sent.

10 CENT Superfecta

#1 Reorganize  /  #4 Good Timing Man  /  #6 Spanned,  #8 Taranto  /  ALL.




Last Superfecta Sunday (6/30) Results
Monmouth Park R9.  Open Mind Stakes.  We were off on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort, grabbing only two of the four wagering interests required. Superfecta went 2-4-1-8.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Valiance, won (1st) for show money of $1.70.
Bankroll falters to $2.30. We will supplement with a Lincoln for today's race.