Pennsylvania Derby Day

 Another great Stakes Saturday unfolds as we look at another Derby for our racing action.

PARX Race 14 {Pennsylvania Derby~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A talented field of ten will go to the gate in this annual contest.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Plenty of speed in this field will create a hot pace. Speed figs are fairly close. Only three have raced over the Parx track. One millionaire makes an appearance. Three will stretch out to the distance for the first time. All appeared to be well prepped for good performances. It should be a fantastically competitive race.

#7 Further Ado (Prat / B. Cox) is the deserved favorite with a good last out speed number and four dynamite workouts. He should track the pace closely and strike in the stretch. This guy holds the highest speed number at the distance and has chalked up four career wins. A millionaire son of Gun Runner, he is 66% in the money from nine starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 The Puma (Castellano / Delgado) will pose a mighty challenge with the highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route and two superb peaking workouts. This guy will run in the tracker pack and pounce in the stretch. A son of Essential Quality, he is 66% in the money from six starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#9 Sassmaster (Gaffalione / Pletcher) will be seeking his third win in a row with the second highest last out speed number and four durable workouts. He will be part of the tracker pack. This guy has the second highest speed number at the distance. A son of Curlin, he holds a 66%-win rate from three starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Iron Honor (J. Ortiz / C. Brown) comes in with the third highest last out speed number and four consistent workouts. He has improved his speed figs in each of his last three races. This lad should track the pace closely. He has hit the board in both of his races at this distance. A son of Nyquist, he is 80% in the money from five starts.

#5 Talk to Me Jimmy (R. Silvera / R. Rodriquez) should be part of the speed scenario. He holds the third highest speed number at the distance. Two solid workouts add to his cause. He loves the dirt and the distance. A son of Modernist, he is 85% in the money from seven starts.

#10 Micanopy (P. Lopez / Simone) is another that will be part of the tracker pack. He shares the third highest last out speed number and has posted one good workout. This guy will stretch out to the distance. A win over the track adds to his capability. A son of Uncle Chuck, he is 60% in the money from ten starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#7 Further Ado  ///  #6 The Puma,  #9 Sassmaster,  #2 Iron Honor,  #5 Talk to me Jimmy,  #10 Micanopy.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#6,  #9,  #2,  #5,  #10  ///  #7 Further Ado.

Best of Luck with all your Stakes Saturday wagers!!!

 

Pennsylvania Derby Day

 We look in on the great card at Parx today and key in on the PA Derby.

PARX Race 14 {Pennsylvania Derby~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A very talented field of ten will go to the gate in this annual event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Significant speed turns up this race which should produce a sizzling pace. Sped figs are fairly close. Only one has raced over the Parx track. Three will stretch out to the distance for the first time. All are quite competent over the dirt. Eight of the ten have posted at least one triple digit speed number. It should be a very good race on a great day of racing.

#6 Goal Oriented (I. Ortiz / Baffert) looks primed and ready to run a big race. He holds the second highest (tie) last speed number and three stamina producing workouts. He enjoys the dirt and distance. This guy has the tactical speed to adjust to the pace and run on. A son of Not This Time, he is 75% in the money from four starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Gosger (L. Saez / B. Walsh) will pose a mighty challenge while tracking the pace closely. He comes in sharing the second highest last out speed number and four super strong workouts. This lad has produced that same speed number in his last two races. A son of Nyquist, he is 100% in the money from five starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Baeza (Berrios / Shirreffs) comes into the race with the highest last out speed number and three aggressive workouts. He is another that will track the pace closely and battle in the stretch. This guy loves the dirt and distance. A son of McKinzie, he is 85% in the money from seven starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Magnitude (Curtis / Asmussen) should be part of speed crew motoring on the front-end. He has a win at this very distance. This colt last raced at a longer route and has put in two strong peaking workouts. A son of Not This Time, he is 66% in the money from nine starts.

#4 David of Athens (Gaffalione / B. Walsh) will stretch out with an improving three race speed fig progression. Four power workouts add to his preparation. Look for him to be part of speed team on the front-end. A son of Nyquist, he holds a win rate of 66% from three starts.

#7 Big Truzz (Castellano / B. Lynch) is another that will be stretching out with the third highest last out speed number and three superb workouts. A lover of the dirt he comes in from Ellis Park. Look for him to track the pace closely. A son of Justify, he is 80% in the money from five starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#6 Goal Oriented  ///  #9 Gosger,  #8 Baeza,  #3 Magnitude,  #4 David of Athens,  #7 Big Truzz.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#9,  #8,  #3,  #4,  #7  ///  #6 Goal Oriented.

Best of luck with all your Stakes Saturday plays!!!

 

Pennsylvania Derby Day

 We look East for some great racing in the great state of Pennsylvania.

PARX Race 12 {Pennsylvania Derby~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A couple of defections have reduced this field to eight talented lads.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed and forwardly placed types to rev up the pace. Speed numbers are all fairly close, making this one competitive. Only one millionaire is in the field. It should be an exceptionally exciting race on a great day of racing across the country.

#8 Midnight Bourbon (Santana / Asmussen) looks to improve upon his second place finish in the Travers last out. He holds the third highest last out speed number and three dynamic peaking workouts. This guy should be forwardly placed in the thick of the battle. A son of Tiznow, he is 81% in the money from eleven career races.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 I Am Redeemed (Adorno / Pearce) is the local hope coming off of two wins in a row. He holds the second highest last out speed number and one solid workout. He should track the pace closely ready to strike in the stretch. A son of Redeemed, he is 100% in the money from four career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Hot Rod Charlie (Prat / O'Neill) looks to go off as the favorite. This millionaire will show his speed from the start. He holds the highest last out speed number and three sharp workouts. A son of Oxbow, he is 70% in the money from ten career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#10 American Revolution (L. Saez / Pletcher) could surprise as he has improved nicely in each of his last three races. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. This guy is another that should track the pace closely. A son of Constitution, he has a 75% win record (winning his last three) from four career starts.

#1 Fulsome (Geroux / B. Cox) and #4 Weyburn (P. Lopez / Jerkens) both are ready to battle and can hit the board. We will include them in our exotics.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5)

#8 Midnight Bourbon  //  #5 I Am Redeemed,  #7 Hot Rod Charlie,  #10 American Revolution,  #1 Fulsome,  #4 Weyburn.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#8 Midnight Bourbon  +  #5 I Am Redeemed  +  #7 Hot Rod Charlie  +  #10 American Revolution.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($2.00)

#8 Midnight Bourbon  /  #5 I Am Redeemed  /  #7 Hot Rod Charlie,  #10 American Revolution,  #1 Fulsome,  #4 Weyburn.

Best of luck in all your plays today.

A Kentucky Superfecta Sunday

On the cusp of the first day of Fall, we take a look at a smashing Maiden Claiming sprint down in Kentucky.

Churchill Downs Race 5 {6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Maiden Claiming}

A good group of ten maidens will launch from the gate seeking their first win. Three first time starters make their appearance here which will make the race much more intriguing from a handicapping perspective. Of those who have run, the speed numbers are fairly close. There is sufficient speed to keep this race on high cruise. Our task is to net a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#10 Greenspan (Gaffalione / Fawkes) might have a tiny edge with the third highest speed number at the distance and four tidy workouts. He comes in from Indiana Grand for his third career start. A son of Fed Biz, he should show speed from the opening of the gate.

#2 Superado (Leparoux / Wilkes) is a first time starter well prepped with four robust workouts. He was a 170k yearling purchase at Keeneland. A son of Kentucky Derby winner, Supersaver with top notch connections. This lad is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#8 Yabba Dabba Dude (Graham / C. Silva) will be making his twelve start all the while making a slight drop in both class and distance. It could be a needed wake up for the lad. He does hold the fourth highest speed number at the distance and has put in one strong workout. A son of Awesome Again, he should be motoring on or near the front end.

#9 Super Terrific (Lanerie / McGee) could go off as the favorite with the highest last out speed number and two stout workouts. He is 100% in the money over the Churchill track from three starts. Another son of Super Saver, he will need some pace to be able to close them all down.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#10 Greenspan  +  #2 Superado  +  #8 Yabba Dabba Dude  +  #9 Super Terrific.



Stakes Saturday Results
PARX R10.  Cotillion--G1.  Our first pick, Bellafina, finished 4th.  Our second pick, Guarana, finished 2nd for place money of $2.80 and show money of $3.60.  Our third pick, Street Band, won (1st) for show money of $4.40.
We missed on our $1 Saturday Exacta Wheel.
Superfecta went 3-8-6-10.
Bankroll tumbles to $59.02.

Stakes Saturday in Pennsylvania

On this Stakes Saturday we take in a splendid race for the ladies in the great state of Pennsylvania.

PARX Race 10 {Cotillion~G1~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old~Fillies~Graded Stakes}

A top flight group of eleven fillies will go to the gate in this annual affair. There is plenty of speed to guarantee a swift pace. Speed numbers are extremely close making for a superbly competitive event. Any of these gals could pull off the victory. There are three millionaires in the race and each of them will impact the running. It should be the most exciting stakes race of the day.

#10 Bellafina (Prat / Callaghan) might have the edge with three solid last out speed numbers and four powerful workouts. She has two victories at this distance from three starts. This millionaire daughter of Quality Road, holds the fourth highest speed number (tie) at the distance. This gal has the most wins of the group (six) and is 80% in the money from ten career starts.
$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#8 Guarana (J. Ortiz / C. Brown) could be the one to beat having been victorious in all three of her career starts. She drops in distance from her last and has put in four high quality workouts in preparation for this event. A daughter of Ghostzapper, this gal should be forwardly placed well positioned to take advantage of a speedy pace.
$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#3 Street Band (Doyle / L. Jones) holds the third highest speed number at the distance all the while maintaining an 80% in the money record at same. She also holds the third highest last out speed number at a longer route and two robust workouts. A daughter of Istan, she will be tracking the pace-setters taking full advantage of a hot pace.
$2 SHOW.

#1 Serengetti Empress (I. Ortiz / Amoss) will contend with the highest last out speed number and three superb peaking workouts. This gal should show speed on the front end. A  millionaire daughter of Alternation, she is 70% in the money from ten career starts which includes five wins.

$1 Stakes Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#10 Bellafina  /  #8 Guarana,  #3 Street Band,  #1 Serengetti Empress.

10 CENT Superfecta ($1.60)

#10 Bellafina  /  #8 Guarana  /  #3 Street Band,  #1 Serengetti Empress  /  ALL.



Last Superfecta Sunday (9/8) We Played.
Kentucky Downs R9.  Dueling Grounds Derby.  We missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box play, only hitting one of the four required. Superfecta went 1-7-4-3.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Journeyman, finished 5th.
Bankroll dips to $70.02.

Long on the Turf for Stakes Saturday

On this Stake Saturday we go long on the Turf for the opening weekend of the Fall Championship season at Belmont.

Belmont Park Race 10 {Jockey Club Derby Invitational~1 1/2 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Stakes}

A very good field of nine will take to the Turf in this million dollar stakes race. It does come up a little light on speed, but a few in here are capable of tracking the pace closely. Three Euros come in from across the pond to challenge the North American based turfers. Speed numbers are fairly close. It could be any one of these lads race.

#9 Spanish Mission (Spencer / Simcock) should do well against this field coming out of a Group three in Great Britain. He loves the surface and the distance. This lad is 83% in the money from six career starts. A son of Noble Mission [GB], he should track and close gallantly.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Digital Age [IRE] (Castellano / C. Brown) should go off as the favorite with the second highest last out speed number and three robust workouts. He is another that loves the surface and will be stretching out to this distance. This guy is 80% in the money from five starts. A son of Invincible Spirit [IRE], he too will be tracking and closing well.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#5 San Huberto [IRE] (Prat / Chappet) is one of the Euros trying North American turf for the first time. He has secured an in the money record of 80% from five starts racing in France. This guy is coming down in distance from his last and has recorded a good workout here. A son of Speightstown, he should be forwardly placed seeking to get first jump on the leader.
$1 SHOW.

#4 Pedro Cara [FR] (Piccone / Delcher) is another Euro that should fit well with this group. He has improved in each of his last three races recording two wins in a row. This lad is 75% in the money at this distance. A son of Pedro the Great, he will be part of the tracking crew looking for position to cruise through to the finish.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#9 Spanish Mission  /  #8 Digital Age [IRE],  #5 San Huberto [IRE],  #4 Pedro Cara [FR].

10 CENT Superfecta ($1.20)

#9 Spanish Mission  /  #8 Digital Age [IRE]  /  #5 San Huberto [IRE],  #4 Pedro Cara [FR]  /  ALL.



Holdiay Monday (9/2) Results
Parx R10.  Turf Monster Stakes--G3.  Our first pick, Pure Sensation, won (1st) for win money of $3.20 and show money of $3.90.  Our second pick, Texas Wedge, finished 9th.  Our third pick, Justaholic, finished 5th.
Superfecta went 11-8-6-1.
Bankroll slides to $13.27.

Holiday Monday Racing Action in Pennsylvania

Enjoying a nice Holiday Monday off with some Turf action in Pennsylvania.

PARX Race 10 {Turf Monster Stakes~G3~5 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A smashing field of eleven will engage in this featured Turf sprint. There is plenty of speed to make the pace hot. Speed figs are fairly close with many in here hitting the elusive triple digit. Only one millionaire in the group,Pure Sensation, who will undoubtedly be the favorite. It should be one of the most exciting races on this Labor Day.

#11 Pure Sensation (P. Lopez / Clement) checks all the boxes and should go off as the favorite with the highest speed number and one serious bullet workout. He holds a 100% in the money record at Parx from seven starts. A son of Zensational, he should battling with the large contingent of forwardly placed runners.
$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#9 Texas Wedge (Lanerie / Miller) comes in from the Kentucky racing circuit with the fifth highest speed number at the distance and three hearty workouts. This guy appears to be in food form. He holds a 75% in the money record from eight career starts. This well traveled son of Colonel John, should be in the second tier of runners looking for a hole to shoot through coming into the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

#2 Justaholic (Carrasco / Clark) should challenge with the second highest last out speed number at a slightly longer sprint. This guy holds an 88% in the money record from nine career starts and has already posted a win at this distance in his only start at it. A son of Justin Phillip, he should be part of the speed contingent on the front end.
$2 SHOW.

#8 Dubini (Carmouche / Demasi) should contend with the third highest last out speed number and two robust workouts. This lad has the tactical speed to track the pace closely and giddy-up in the stretch. He is 56% in the money from sixteen starts. A son of the great Turf sire, Gio Ponti, he does enjoy this distance.

10 CENT Superfecta ($1.60)

#11 Pure Sensation  /  #9 Texas Wedge  /  #2 Justaholic,  #8 Dubini  /  ALL.




Superfecta Sunday Results
Ellis Park R9.  Allowance.  We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort capturing three of the four required to hit. Superfecta went 5-8-2-4.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, A. P. Princess, finished 4th.
Bankroll sputters to $6.77. We will give it a Hamilton supplement for today's race.

Superfecta Sunday Shootout in OK

Off we go to, Oklahoma where the horses come sweeping into the stretch.

Remington Park Race 11 {Oklahoma Derby~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A fantastic field of eleven will go to the gate in this annual contest. There is enough speed to maintain an honorable pace. Speed numbers are close to assure an evenly matched race. Our task is to create a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#6 Secret Passage (Geroux / Von Hemel) appears to be getting good at the right time with a couple of good last out speed numbers, a three race progression, and three superb workouts. This lad should track the pace among the second pack and explode into the stretch. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$2 SHOW.

#11 Seeking Blame (B. Hernandez / Stewart) should challenge with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a three race progression, and three quality workouts. With the right pace this guy should be closing gallantly.

#1 Texas Chrome (McMahon / Caldwell) could be the favorite as he tries for his third win in a row. He holds the highest last out speed number, a seven race progression, and one bullet workout. He should find himself in the track pack ready to roll.

#3 Ready Dancer (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) should take another step forward with the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two hearty workouts. he has the tactical speed to position himself advantageously.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#6 Secret Passage  +  #11 Seeking Blame  +  #1 Texas Chrome  +  #3 Ready Dancer.

Stakes Saturday Results

PARX R11.  Pennsylvania Derby--G2.  Our first pick, Nyquist, finished 6th.  Our second pick, Gun Runner, finished 2nd for place money of $5.40 and show money of $6.00.  Our third pick, Cupid, finished 8th.

Superfecta went 4-7-6-8.

Bankroll gets bumped hard dipping to $171.50.

Stakes Saturday in Pennsylvania

Today we take in a much anticipated graded stakes race for three year-olds.

Parx {Pennsylvania Derby~G2~{1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A field of twelve of the best 3 year-olds in the country will compete for the $1,250,000 purse. There is plenty of speed and forwardly placed types to insure a fast pace. Speed numbers are all very close among these talented horses. It should be the best race of the day.

#9 Nyquist (Gutierrez / O'Neill) should redeem himself in this race with the fourth highest (4-way tie) last out speed number and four endurance producing workouts. This guy should be able race right up the near the pace and breakaway in the stretch. A millionaire son of Uncle Mo, he holds the highest in the money record of 90% from ten starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#7 Gun Runner (Geroux / Asmussen) should present a mighty challenge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three stout peaking workouts. He should be tracking the pace closely ready to strike in the stretch. A millionaire son of Candy Ride [ARG], he holds an impressive in the money record of 77% from nine starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#5 Cupid (Bejarano / Baffert) should contend sharing the fourth highest last out speed number, working a four race progression, and throwing down three sensational peaking workouts. This son of Tapit comes into the race with two wins in a row. He should be part of the front running crew.

$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#3 Summer Revolution (Smith / R. Rodriguez) could surprise with the third highest last out speed number at a sprint and three fierce bullet workouts. This lad should do very well on the stretch out as a son of Summer Bird. He should be right off the pace in the proper position to sneak away.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

With a stellar field such as this and our selections of which any one of them could score the victory, we will box our 10 CENT Superfecta.

#9 Nyquist  /  #7 Gun Runner  /  #5 Cupid  /  #3 Summer Revolution.

Last Superfecta Sunday (9/18) Results

Churchill Downs R4.  Beaten Claiming.  We misfired on our 10 CENT Superfecta box capturing only two of the four wagering interests to cash. Superfecta went 9-2-10-6.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Chica Cherry Cola, finished 9th.

Bankroll dips to $179.50.

 

Sunny Superfecta Sunday at Belmont

Warm sun will fall upon the equine athletes as they stride along the Turf at bountiful Belmont on this Superfecta Sunday.

Belmont Park Race 7 {1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Claiming}

A splendid group of nine will hit the green in this claiming feature. There is enough forwardly placed times to keep the pace honest. Speed numbers are relatively close which makes for a competitive event. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#4 Relentless Ride (Carmouche / Lawrence) might have an edge with solid tactical speed, the third highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route, and the second highest speed number at the distance. This lad has a 100% in the money record at the distance and an incredible overall in the money record of 82% from twenty-three starts. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#9 Transcend (Rosario / Lynch) should challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number and one solid workout. This guy holds the highest speed number at the distance. He has a 55% overall in the money record. Expect him to be forwardly placed seeking to get first jump into the stretch.

#6 Andalusite (I. Ortiz / Donk) will contend with the highest last out speed number at a longer route, a two race progression, and one strong workout. He appears to be in good form having just broke his maiden in his ninth attempt. This lad will be tracking the pace.

#8 Tax Package (L. Saez / Trombetta) will be stretching out with a couple of decent last out performances and two robust workouts. He may prefer a longer run of ground. This guy is another that will be tracking the pace.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Relentless Ride  +  #9 Transcend  +  #6 Andalusite  +  #8 Tax Package.




Stakes Saturday Results
Parx R10.  Pennsylvania Derby--G2.  Our first pick, Frosted, won (1st) for win money of $4.00.  Our second pick, Upstart, finished 5th.  Our third pick, War Story, finished 6th.
Superfecta went 3-4-7-10.
Bankroll falters to $5.91.

Stakes Saturday in Pennsylvania

A beautiful Stakes Saturday across the country. Today we take a look at a graded one at good old Parx.

PARX Race 10 {Pennsylvania Derby~G2~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~Graded Stakes}

A talented field of nine will enter the gate in this annual Derby.  There is a fair amount of speed to keep an honest pace. Speed numbers are comparable.  There are three millionaires in this field which makes it a significant event. A great race should unfold.

#3 Frosted (Rosario / McLaughlin) should be in the drivers seat for the win. He holds the highest last out speed number at a longer route, a two race progression, and two superb peaking workouts. This distance is right in his wheel house having secured a 100% in the money record from three tries. This son of Tapit should travel close to the pace and then launch into the stretch.
$2 WIN.

#9 Upstart (I. Ortiz / Violette) should be the main challenger with the second highest last out speed number at a longer route, a three race progression, and two tremendous workouts. He too is 100% in the money at this distance. This son of Flatter should track the pace ready to strike in the stretch.
$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#1 War Story (Parker / Radosevich) could be sitting on a strong effort with a couple of very good last out speed numbers, an eight race progression, and one stellar bullet workout. He is yet another with a 100% in the money record at this distance. A son of Northern Afleet, he will be closing gallantly in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#5 Madefromlucky (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) should contend with a couple of great last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and four hearty peaking workouts. This guy holds three wins from four starts at this distance. This son of Lookin at Lucky can be expected to track the pace and swoop into the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta

#3 Frosted  /  #9 Upstart  /  #1 War Story  /  #5 Madefromlucky.



Furlong Friday Results
Arlington International R1.  Maiden Claiming.  Our pick, Sweet Lucy Too, finished 3rd for show money of $2.10.
Superfecta went 4-7-1-6.
Bankroll remains the same at $11.01.

Superfecta Sunday, the Kentucky Way

As our horse racing weekend comes to a close, we examine a nice Turf mile in Kentucky.

Churchill Downs Race 9 {1 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Claiming}
A great crop of ten will take to the Kentucky grass in this claiming feature.  There is enough speedy types in here to present the possibility of a pace boil over. All of the speed numbers are fairly close. Our task is to put together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#2 Chisled (A. Garcia / Proctor) has a clear shot in this one with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and four superb workouts. He is 100% in the money at this distance. This lad should follow the pace closely and pounce into the stretch. He is our Bronze Horseshoe runner on a pleasant Sunday afternoon.
$2 SHOW.

#9 Puppy Manners (Leparoux / Ward) should challenge sharing the third highest last out speed number, working a two race progression, and putting in one great workout. He is coming out of Stakes race and is the fierce closer in this field.

#7 Go Go Rocket (Bridgmohan / Lovell) will making his Turf debut with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four terrific workouts during a brief layoff. He should fire fresh with a versatile running style.

#3 Bern' James Bern (Napravnik / Asmussen) should contend with the fourth highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two stellar peaking workouts. He should be part of the front end pack seeking to control the pace. This guy does hold a win over the Churchill course from two tries.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Chisled  +  #9 Puppy Manners  +  #7 Go Go Rocket  +  #3 Bern' James Bern.



Stakes Saturday Results
Parx R11.  Cotillion--G1.  Our first pick, Untapable, won (1st) for win money of $3.00 and show money of $3.15.  Our second pick, JoJo Warrior, finished 3rd for show money of $3.60.  Our third pick, Sweet Reason, finished 2nd for show money of $2.80.
Superfecta went 8-2-7-6.
Bankroll gains a few bucks to settle at $33.74.

Stakes Saturday in the Parx

Today is Pennsylvania Derby day.  However we will look at a fantastic race on the under-card.

Parx Race 11 {Cotillion~G1~1 1/16 mile~3 year old~fillies~Graded Stakes}
A fabulous group of nine ladies will take to the dirt in this graded stakes race.  There is enough speed and forwardly placed types to set an honest pace. Most in here have closely matched speed numbers. It should be one of the highlights of PA Derby day.

#8 Untapable (Napravnik / Asmussen) looks primed and ready to take this one. She holds the highest last out speed number at a longer route and has put in three tremendous peaking workouts. This daughter of Tapit posts the highest speed fig at the distance. She should be close to the pace ready to spring into the stretch.
$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Jojo Warrior (M. Garcia / Baffert) comes in from California to challenge her top-flight peers.  She holds the fourth highest last out speed number and has put in two superb peaking workouts. As a daughter of Pioneer of the Nile, she has a versatile running style that can fit the flow of the race.
$2 SHOW.

#2 Sweet Reason (I. Ortiz / Gyarmati) should challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three endurance producing workouts.  She will running late, much like her daddy, the great Street Sense. This gal, as nearly all of these competitors, is coming into the race with a brief freshening.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 House Rules (Castellano / Jerkens) could be sitting on a big race with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and three stellar, peaking workouts. This gal has a solid 66% in the money record at the distance. A daughter of Distorted Humor, she should be tracking and closing smoothly.

#9 Stopchargingmaria (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) should contend coming off three wins in a row securing good speed figures. Her last was a much longer route and she has put in two robust workouts.  This daughter of Tale of the Cat, has a great degree of versatility in her running style and should use it to her advantage.

10 CENT Superfecta

#8 Untapable  /  #7 Jojo Warrior  /  #2 Sweet Reason  /  #3 House Rules, #9 Stopchargingmaria.



Friday's Results
Los Alamitos Race Course R4.  Maiden Special Weight. Our first pick, South Texas, was scratched.  Our second pick, Party Rock, won (1st) for show money of $2.60.
We dumped our 10 CENT Superfecta effort due to the scratch of our top pick. Superfecta went 5-4-6-7.
Bankroll gains a few dimes to settle at $30.29.

Up North for Superfecta Sunday

Canada calls for this Superfecta Sunday.

Woodbine Race 8 {Overskate~7 furlongs~3 year old Up~ONT-C~Stakes}
A splendid field of eight will start in this stakes race.  The vast majority of the field likes to be forwardly placed which should make for a solid pace.  All have reasonable comparable speed numbers and all love the Woodbine polytrack.  It should be a dandy of an effort trying to stick together a winning 20 CENT Superfecta box ticket.  But try we must.

#8 Ultimate Destiny (Da Silva / Fehr) is much the horse to beat with the second highest (tie) last out speed number at a route and two gracious workouts.  He also holds the highest speed number at the distance and the second best in the money (74%) over the Woodbine track.

#2 Phil's Dream (Stein / Buttigieg) will challenge as one of the sprinters in the field.  He holds the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two sensational workouts.  He has the tactical speed to stay close and swoop down into the stretch.

#3 Pender Harbour (Campbell / DePaulo) could be one to watch as he is the class of the field.  He shares the second highest last out speed number at a mile route,  a two race progression, and one diligent workout.  If jockey, Jesse Campbell, can get him to settle nicely, this guy could come rumbling through the stretch with flourish.  He is our Bronze Horseshoe runner.
$4 SHOW.

#4 Spirit Warnings (Contreras / Vassilieva) should be in the mix as one of the sprint specialists.  He posts the fourth highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two hearty workouts.  This guy holds the third highest speed number at the distance in which he was victorious.  Expect him to be forwardly placed.

20 CENT Superfecta Box ($4.80)
Yes, they do it differently in Canada.  The minimum wager for the superfecta is twenty cents.

#8 Ultimate Destiny / #2 Phil's Dream / #3 Pender Harbour / #4 Spirit Warnings.



Stakes Saturday Results
Parx R10.  Cotillion--G1.  Our first pick, Seaneen Girl, finished 7th.  Our second pick, Close Hatches, won (1st) for show money of $2.60.  Our third pick, Carnival Court, finished 9th (last).
Superfecta went 9-7-10-6.

Bankroll tumbles to $3.04.
We will supplement with an additional Hamilton for this Superfecta Sunday.

Stakes Saturday in Pennsylvania

A very nice card pops out at Parx.  Today we look at a very contentious grade one race for three year-old fillies.

Parx Race 10 {Cotillion~G1~1 1/16 mile~3 year old~fillies~Stakes}
A fantastic field of ten will line up for this annual graded stakes race.  There is plenty of speed and forwardly placed types to keep a scintillating pace.  Most in here have closely aligned speed numbers which will make a tough race to call.  All are coming out of strong races at some of North America's best tracks.  It should one of the best races during this month of September.

#5 Seaneen Girl (Lopez / Flint) looks ready to dual with this group. She comes into the race with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two sharp peaking workouts.  This daughter of Spring At Last should be forwardly placed ready to make her move.
$2 SHOW.

#9 Close Hatches (Smith / Mott) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four sensational peaking workouts.  She is ready to put her speed to the test.  This gal is the daughter of First Defence and has notched two victories at this distance in two races.
$2 SHOW.

#2 Carnival Court (Saez / McLaughlin) should also challenge this group from the front end.  She holds the second highest last out speed number at a longer route, a two race progression, and three hearty workouts. She is a daughter of the great Street Sense and cherishes a dirt surface.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 My Happy Face (Castellano / C. Brown) should battle valiantly with a couple of good last out speed numbers and two diligent workouts.  She has the tactical speed to stay in from the start.  Over the dirt surface she is 100% in the money from six starts.  Certainly a contender.

#10 Street Girl (Costillo / Azpurua) could be in the mix with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a four race progression, and three robust workouts.  She is the daughter of Street Hero and will be tracking and closing fiercely.

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 Seaneen Girl / #9 Close Hatches / #2 Carnival Court / #1 Flash Forward, #10 Street Girl.



Friday's Results
Belmont Park R8.  Zaftig Stakes.  Our first pick, Flash Forward, finished 2nd for show money of $1.05.  Our second pick, Girl Code, finished 7th (last).  Our third pick, Ruby Lips, finished 6th.
Superfecta went 6-2-7-1.
Bankroll gets smashed and dips to $6.64.

Summer Stakes Saturday TURF

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

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

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

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

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

Other Wagering Interests

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

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

10 CENT Superfecta

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



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

Friday Turf Dash

A fantastic Friday to you.  Today we look at an exciting Turf sprint.

PARX Race 7 {Parx Dash~G3~5 furlongs~TURF~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A speedy group of seven will take to the grass in this event.  There is a ton of speed in here that may allow one that is close to the pace to rush through.  It should be a greatly competitive TURF dash.

#1 Bridgetown (Bisono / Pletcher) appears to be geared for a win.  This presser holds the third highest last out speed number and two robust workouts.  He also holds the second highest speed number at the distance.
$2 SHOW.

#6 Ben's Cat (Pimentel / Leatherbury) will challenge with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and one peaking workout.  This guy also holds the third highest speed number at the distance.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Spring to the Sky (Elliott / B. Brown) should be close to the pace with the third highest last out speed number off a longer sprint, a three race progression, and one superb workout.

#5 Catalactic (J. Flores / Baird) is another that could take advantage of a hot pace with a couple of o.k. last out speed numbers and one solid workout.  This cat has secured three victories in six starts at this distance.

10 CENT Superfecta

NONE offered in this race.



Thursday's Results
Belmont R9.  Poker Stakes--G3.  Our first pick, Data Link, finished 4th.  Our second pick, King Kreesa, won (1st) for show money of $3.25.  Our third pick, Upgrade, finished 7th (last).
Superfecta went 6-7-2-4.
Bankroll gets dinged by a few cents falling to $13.05

Superfecta Sunday at Fairplex Park

It's Superfecta Sunday, already??  We take a peek at a fine dirt route at Fairplex for our Sunday enjoyment.

Fairplex Park Race 11 {Ralph M. Hinds Handicap~1 1/8 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A good field of eight horses will make their start in this 100k Stakes race.  The field is evenly distributed among all the running styles which gives no edge to a single one.  Let's give it a shot crafting our 10 CENT Superfecta box.

#7 Norvsky (Talamo / Warren) looks to be the horse to beat with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a four race progression, and two athletic workouts.  He also holds the highest speed number over the Fairplex track and the highest speed number at the distance.  He will be our bronze horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.

#3 Quindici Man (Gryder / Lewis) is a veteran racer making his second start of the year.  His last out was decent over the synthetic, but it is the dirt, the distance, and the Fairplex track that he loves.  He has put in three stout workouts prepping for this race.  He should pose a mighty challenge in the stretch.

#8 Juniper Pass (M. Garcia / Bell) could surprise making his first start over the dirt.  He is a turf specialist that loves the longer distance routes.  This guy is coming off a longer route and has put in three robust, peaking workouts.

#6 Worth Repeating (Pedroza / Machovsky) looks ready to ride this surface again.  He shares the highest last out speed number at a longer turf route.  This son of Giant's Causeway also shares the second highest speed number over the surface resulting in a win.  Expect him to be forwardly placed ready to strike.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#7 Norvsky  +  #3 Quindici Man  +  #8 Juniper Pass  +  #6Worth Repeating.



Stakes Saturday Results
PARX R11.  Pennsylvania Derby--G2.  Our first pick, Macho Macho, finished 2nd for show money of $6.30.  Our second pick, Alpha, finished off the board in 6th.  Our third pick, Casual Trick, finished 5th.
Superfecta went 3-8-6-1.
Bankroll gets washed out and falls to $31.96.

Stakes Saturday in Pennsylvania

An exciting Stakes Saturday revolves around a superb running of the grade two Pennsylvania Derby.

Parx Race 11 {Pennsylvania Derby~G2~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
A highly talented group of eight three year-olds will make their way to the start of this terrific race.  Limited speed should make the race interesting with the favorites, Alpha and Golden Ticket, both trackers, coming out of the dead-heat Travers.  This race is one to watch and wager.

#8 Macho Macho (Nakatani / Asmussen) might have a slight edge for an upset with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and the absolute best workout tab of the group sporting four excellent peaking workouts.  He won at this distance last out.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.

#4 Alpha (Dominguez / McLaughlin) is the horse to beat with the highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route, a three race progression, and two explosive workouts.  This guy has run this distance well in two races holding the highest speed number.
$2 PLACE / $2 SHOW.

#2 Casual Trick (Elliott / Zito) could be the surprise with the third highest last out speed number and two efficient workouts.  He has two wins over the Parx track in two trys.
$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#6 Golden Ticket (Cohen / McPeek) should be in the mix sharing the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two robust workouts.  He has not yet run the distance, but has proven himself at longer.

10 CENT Superfecta

#8 Macho Macho, #4 Alpha / #8, #4 / #2 Casual Trick, #6 Golden Ticket / #2, #6.



Friday's Results
Arlington Park R9.  Our first pick, Doctor Trotter, finished 5th.  Our second pick, Laythatpistoldown, finished 3rd for show money of $2.60.
Superfecta went 10-6-5-8.
Bankroll stumbles to $37.06.

Turf Test at the Jersey Shore

It could be a little moist along the Jersey Shore as we conclude our horse racing weekend at the wonderful Monmouth Park.

Monmouth Park Race 10 {1 1/16 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~Allowance}
A good field of ten will step onto the grass for this race.  Most will be coming off a longer route in their last which should make for a competitive affair.  A battle between the forwardly placed and the closing types will ensue.

#4 Exclusive Strike (Lopez / Servis) will be the one to beat with the highest last out speed number, the highest speed number at the distance, and a two race progression.  Should be able to track the leaders and move forward in the stretch.  He has two drawbacks: no posted works and is approaching the ten race threshold.
No Value.

#9 Mustang Island (Trujillo / Simon) will mount a favorable challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number, the third highest speed number at the distance, and two bold workouts.  He should be another tracking the pace ready to strike.
$2 SHOW.

#3 Courage to Be (Ferrer / Sacco) is another that will challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two stout workouts.  He could press the leaders and swoop in during the stretch run.
$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#1 Bringbackthemagic (Cotto / DiMauro) could surprise with a decent last out speed number over a longer route, the third highest (tie) speed number at the distance, and one robust workout.  He could track and close into the pace.

10 CENT Superfecta

#4 Exclusive Strike / #9 Mustang Island / #3 Courage to Be / #1 Bringbackthemagic.



Saturday's Stakes Results
PARX Race 11.  Pennsylvania Derby.  Our first pick, To Honor and Serve, won (1st) for show money of $2.40.  Our second pick, Ruler On Ice, finished 2nd for show money of $3.00.  Our third pick, Pender Island [CAN], finished 8th.
Superfecta went 7-1-9-2.
Bankroll drops a buck to $8.60.