Holiday Monday Action at Santa Anita

A fantastic race card at Santa Anita brings us in for a look at the last race. A Grade One Turf contest with a large field.

Santa Anita Park Race 11 {Shoemaker Mile~G1~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A large field of eleven will hit the Turf in the lucky last on the card.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Plenty of speed will keep this pace hot in the Southern California sun. Speed numbers are very close for these graded stakes competitors. Two will be making their debut over the Santa Anita Turf. All have had success at this distance. It should be a great race to cap off the Horse Racing Weekend.

#2 Du Jour (Prat / Baffert) is the deserved favorite with the third highest last out speed number and four solid peaking workouts. This lad should track the pacesetters and run off into the stretch. He loves the Turf, distance and course. A millionaire son of Temple City, he is 64% in the money from seventeen starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#4 Conclude (Berrios / D'Amato) will challenge coming off a longer route with four powerful workouts. He is another lover of the Turf, distance, and course. This lad comes into this race with three straight wins. Expect him to be forwardly placed. A son of Collected, he is 83% in the money from six starts.

#9 Johannes (Rispoli / Yakteen) will challenge taking up a tracking position close to the pace. This guy holds the second highest last out speed number and four strong workouts. A 100% win rate at the distance adds to his luster. A son of Nyquist, he is 62% in the money from eight starts.

#7 Dominican Power (Kimura / W. Ward) travels in from Kentucky to challenge this talented group. He will be part of the speedster crew on the front-end. Competent over the Turf and at the distance. A son of Pioneerof the Nile, he is 54% in the money from eleven starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#11 Easter [FR] (Fresu / D'Amato) doubled up his speed figs in his last two indicating he could be sitting on a strong effort. He should track and strike in the stretch. This guy excels over the Turf, distance, and course. A son of Exoshere [FR], he is 70% in the money from twenty starts.

#8 Fantastic Again (Dettori / W. Ward) should be forwardly placed seeking to add to his impressive 100% in the money record at the distance. He holds three good last out speed figs and two sound workouts. A son of Funtastic, he is 77% in the money from nine starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Du Jour  +  #4 Conclude  +  #9 Johannes  +  #7 Dominican Power.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($6.40)

#2 Du Jour  /  #4 Conclude,  #9 Johannes  /  #4,  #9,  #7 Dominican Power,  #11 Easter [FR],  #8 Funtastic Again  /  ALL.

Good luck with all your Holidy Monday wagers!!!

 

We go to the California Turf on this Stakes Saturday

 We look in on some California Turf action in Arcadia, California. We are hoping that when the gate opens our horse will be pulling outta there to win.

Santa Anita Park Race 10 {Thunder Road Stakes~G3~1 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A grand field of eleven will hit the grass in this annual event.

Past performances used:  Equibase.

There is sufficient speed to keep an honest pace. Speed figs are very close making it a contentious race. Only one has not raced over the beautiful Santa Anita course. All have been well prepped for this battle over the Turf. It should be one of the best races on a great Stakes Saturday across the country.

#1 Earle Rock [IRE] (Prat / D'Amato) should be forwardly placed in tight behind the leaders. He holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number and four strong workouts. He loves the surface, distance, and course. A son of Fascinating Rock [IRE], he is 83% in the money from six career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#8 Air Force Red (J. Hernandez / Powell) will challenge with the highest last out speed number and three sound workouts. This lad should be part of the pace scenario. He comes off two wins in a row. A son of Air Force Blue, he holds a 50% win rate from ten career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Du Jour (Rispoli / Baffert) looks to garner his third win over the Santa Anita course. He should track the pace closely and make his run in the stretch. Another who loves the surface, distance, and course. A son of Temple City, he is 66% in the money from nine career starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#10 Dark Shift [GB] (Dettori / Murphy) looks to close into the pace in his second North American start. Son of Dark Angel [IRE], he is 61% itm from thirteen starts.

#7 There Goes Harvard (J. Velazquez / McCarthy) should be forwardly placed. Excellent workout tab improves his chances. Son of Will Take Charge, 84% itm.

#12 Cabo Spirit (Bravo / Papaprodromou) will track closely. Loves the Santa Anita course. A son of Pioneerof the Nile, he is 62% itm from sixteen career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#1 Earle Rock [IRE]  //  #8 Air Force Red,  #2 Du Jour,  #10 Dark Shift [GB],  #7 There Goes Harvard,  #12 Cabo Spirit.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#8,  #2,  #10,  #7,  #12  //  #1 Earle Rock [IRE].

Best of luck to all in your Stakes Saturday wagers!!!

2020 Kentucky Derby Notable Nine

 

Kentucky Derby 146 Notable Nine

These unusual times we are in make for interesting conversation when thoughts turn to the Kentucky Derby. This year it will be held on the first Saturday in September, only nine days away. There is a talented crop of three-years well prepared for their “run for the roses”. The stand-out is of course, Tiz the Law, who should be on everyone’s ticket. It is his race to win. We present this year’s Notable Nine for your consideration when laying out your Exacta, Trifecta, Superfecta, and Pentafecta tickets.

#1        Tiz the Law.  Trained by Barclay Tagg and to ridden by Manny Franco, this son of Constitution has already won at the Derby distance in the Travers in impressive fashion. He has also won the Belmont Stakes. He will be the overwhelming favorite. Ranked number one in KD 146 points (372), an experienced handicapper will want to key him in all the exotics.

#2        Art Collector. He will be one of the main competitors having won his last five races including the Ellis Park Derby and the Bluegrass Stakes at Keeneland. Trained by Thomas Drury, Jr. and set to be ridden by Brian Hernandez, he should be among the first pack heading for home. A son of Bernardini, this guy is ranked number three in KD 146 points (150).

#3        Authentic.  Is another that will challenge the favorite. Trained by Hall of Fame trainer, Bob Baffert and scheduled to be ridden by John Velazquez, he will be a force to be reckoned with in this year’s KD 146. He continues to improve with a last out win in the Haskell at Monmouth Park and a 2^nd place finish in the Santa Anita Derby. This son of Into Mischief, ranks second in Derby points with 200.

#4        Caracaro. Is coming into his own with a 2^nd place finish in the Travers at Saratoga and a 2^nd place finish in the Peter Pan at Saratoga. Trained by Gustavo Delgado and with Javier Castellano on top, this guy is sure to be in the hunt. He ranks number ten in the Derby points scheme with 60. A son of Uncle Mo, expect him to secure good position and hit the board.

#5        Honor AP. This guy will be running for top connections under the tutelage of trainer, John Shirreffs, and world renowned jockey, Mike Smith. He come in 2^nd in the Shared Belief at Del Mar Thoroughbred Club and won (1^st) in the Santa Anita Derby. A son of Honor Code, he will be in good company coming into the stretch. He ranks number four in KD 146 points (140).

#6        Enforceable. Despite his 4^th place finish in the Bluegrass and his 5^th place finish in the Louisiana Derby at the Fair Grounds, this son of Tapit has the ability to make some hay in KD 146. Solid connections of trainer Mark Casse and up and coming Jockey Adam Beschizza will make it so. This guy has a stellar chance to make it into the exotics. This lad holds the number eleven ranking in KD 146 points (43)

#7        Winning Impression. Don’t let his 7^th place finish in the Ellis Park Derby and 7^th place finish in the Indiana Derby fool you. Trainer, Dallas Stewart, has the steadfast ability to bring his charges to peak performance for the big events. Jockey Joe Rocco is expected to get the call. A son of Paynter, he comes in at number eighteen (20 pts.) on the KD 146 points scale. This gelding is being entered by well experienced ownership and could make a splash.

#8        Max Player. This guy took 3^rd in the Travers and 3^rd in the Belmont and will be a player in KD 146. Ranking number nine on the KD 146 scale, having accumulated 60 points, he should be a chief challenger to the placing’s underneath the winner. Trained by Steve Asmussen with Ricardo Santana up this guy should give a good accord of himself. Another son of Honor Code, he should relish the distance.

#9        Storm the Court. This lad is just beginning to get it going in his three year-old season. He was the winner of the Breeder’s Cup Juvenile last season. In his last he hit the board in 3^rd in the Ohio Derby at Thistledown. He ranks fourteenth (36 pts.) on the KD 146 points chart. Trained by Peter Eurton, he is scheduled to be ridden by Julien Leparoux. A son of Court Vision, he has the opportunity to show his talent.

 

Without fans in the stands this year’s Kentucky Derby may not be the adrenaline producing event of past years, but it will be just as exciting. And our Notable Nine will all be in contention.

    

Stakes Saturday in Sweet Home Chicago

 On this Stakes Saturday we take a look at a nice sprint on the Poly-track at a that great race track nestled in the leafy Chicago suburbs.

Arlington International Race 8 {Chicago Handicap~G3~7 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

A fabulous field of eight will make their way onto the polytrack in this annual event. There is enough speed to carry the race swiftly forward. The speed numbers are relatively close. A couple of these gals are making their first start after a extended layoffs. It should be one of the great races on a weekend of fantastic racing.

#3 Hotshot Anna (Valdivia / H. Robertson) is the deserved favorite coming off a lengthy layoff after an injury. She holds the highest last out speed number and at the distance. Prior to the layoff she laced together four straight wins. This gal has put in three strong peaking workouts in preparation for this race. A daughter of Trappe Shot, she should race close to the pay and peel away from the crew.
$2 WIN.

#8 Annathela (Edg. Perez / Arnold) should challenge with three decent last out speed numbers over dirt. Her pedigree suggest she may take a liking to the poly. This gal shares the second highest speed number at the distance. Three solid workouts adds to her cache. A daughter of Elusive Quality, she should set herself among the tracking pack ready to strike going into the stretch.
$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#1 Student Body (S. Doyle / C. Davis) will contend with the fourth highest last out speed number and three superb workouts. This lady holds the highest speed number over the synthetic that resulted in victory. A daughter of Colonel John, she should the speed of the race and could control the pace up front.
$2 SHOW.

#9 Babybluesbdancing (Felix / Gullick) looks to improve after a meaningful layoff. She notched a win over this course and distance to secure the second highest speed number at same. This gal also holds the fourth highest (tie) speed number over the synth. A daughter of Sky Mesa, she is another tracker that will battle for position in the middle running.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel

#3 Hotshot Anna  /  #8 Annathela,  #1 Student Body,  #9 Babybluesbdancing.

10 CENT Superfecta 

#3 Hotshot Anna  /  #8 Annathela  /  #1 Student Body,  #9 Babybluesbdancing  /  ALL.




Last Superfecta Sunday (6/23) Results
Santa Anita R8.  SanJuan Capistrano--G3.  We were off by two in our 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket effort.
Superfecta went 4-8-7-3.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Causeforcommotion, finished 5th.
Bankroll tumbles to $17.00.

A Southern Cali Superfecta Sunday

Summer Turf season is upon us. On this Superfecta Sunday we take a look at an excellent mile Turf race in Southern California.

Santa Anita Race 7 {1 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Fillies~Optional Claiming}

A strong field of ten will hit the grass in this feature event. There is enough speed to keep the pace rolling nicely. These gals have speed figures that are exceptionally close. It could be anyone's race. Our task is to knit together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#3 Persephone (Prat / Eurton) might have a slight edge coming into this with the second highest last out speed number and two powerful peaking workouts. She loves the distance and the Santa Anita Turf. A daughter of Real Solution, she should track the pace efficiently and quicken in the stretch. She is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#8 Miss Flawless [FR] (G. Franco / Miller) should challenge coming out of a grade three event with an acceptable speed number and putting in three superb peaking workouts. She has faced stronger in her native France and here, stateside. A daughter of Siyouni [FR], she should get the pace to blaze into the stretch.

#7 Seaside Dancer (M. Garcia / O'Neill) is coming off three consecutive wins and is clearly the one to beat. She holds the highest last out speed number and three stout peaking workouts. This gal should be part of the pace scenario on the front end. A daughter of Fed Biz, she is undefeated at this distance from two starts.

#9 Suprema (Desormeaux / Desormeaux) should contend as she continues to improve with each start. This gal has a couple of competitive last out speed numbers and three sound peaking workouts. A daughter of Strong Mandate she should be forwardly placed seeking good position for the stretch run.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Persephone  +  #8 Miss Flawless [FR]  +  #7 Seaside Dancer  +  #9 Suprema.



Stakes Saturday Results
Penn National R11.  Penn Mile--G2.  Our show pick, Fluminense, finished 5th.
We were unsuccessful with our $1 Saturday Exacta Wheel.
Superfecta went 1-3-4-2.
Bankroll tumbles to 10 Cents. We will supplement with a Lincoln for today's racing.

A Beautiful Fall Stakes Saturday

There are few things better than a Fall Turf race in beautiful Kentucky. Today we take a look at a grade one.

Keeneland Race 10 {Shadwell Turf Mile~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A fantastic field of fourteen will hit the green in this annual contest. There is enough speed to produce a solid pace. Speed numbers are fairly close giving this one a strong competitive feel. Three millionaires make their appearance seeking to pad their bankroll. A few could make millionaire status with a win today. Should be an incredible race.

#11 Almanaar [GB] (Castellano / C. Brown) might have the edge with the highest last out speed number at a longer route and four superb peaking workouts. This lad loves the turf and is good at the distance. A son of Dubawi [IRE], he should be tracking the pace and strike heading into the stretch.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Divisidero (Toledo / Rubley) will challenge with a couple of triple digit Beyer's among his last three and one bullet workout. This guy loves the Turf, distance and Keeneland course. A millionaire son of Kitten's Joy, he should track and close gallantly.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#6 Synchrony (Lanerie / Stidham) could surprise with a couple of very good last out speed numbers, securing wins in both and three excellent peaking workouts. He is 100% in the money over the Turf from nine starts. A son of Tapit, he is another that will track and close gamely.
$1 SHOW.

#14 Bound for Nowhere (J. Garcia / W. Ward) should contend with the third highest last out speed number and two robust workouts. He is undefeated in two tries over the Keeneland Turf. A son of The Factor, he should be forwardly placed looking for first run into the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta 

#11 Almanaar [GB]  / #2 Divisidero  /  #6 Synchrony, #14 Bound for Nowhere  /  ALL.




Last Superfecta Sunday (9/30) results
Santa Anita R9.  Optional Claiming.  We just missed our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort capturing three of the four wagering interests required for the dough. Superfecta went 5-10-9-7.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Oiseau De Guerre, finished 2nd for show money of $4.80.
Bankroll sheds six dimes to settle at $121.41.

Superfecta Sunday at Santa Anita

Back to Turf action for Superfecta Sunday at the "Great Race Place".

Santa Anita Park Race 8 {Pasadena Stakes~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Stakes}

A great field of ten will go to the green in this annual event. There is speed which should produce a hot pace. Speed numbers are very close. A competitive event is assured. Many in here have regal pedigrees for fine Turf action. Our task is to sew together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket. It should be one of the best races of the day.

#8 Conquest Farenheit (N. Arroyo / Miller) might have the advantage with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three hearty peaking workouts. This guy should be forwardly placed, ready to strike in the stretch. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$2 SHOW.

#5 Taco (Rios / Loza) comes in from Houston where he raced last out for a win in a stakes competition. He holds a couple of decent last out speed numbers and has posted a win at this distance. This guy is undefeated in four starts. As a speedy pace will develop, he will benefit greatly from it with his track and close running style.

#9 Zakaroff (Talamo / Specht) comes down from Golden Gate where he won a grade three event. This guy holds the fourth highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three smashing workouts. He will journey on to the Turf for the first time. Watch him track the speedy pace and launch into the stretch.

#2 Taxman's Quest (Prat / Mandella) will be dueling on the front end with the other speeds in the race. He holds a couple of decent last out speed numbers where he earned victories in both. This lad will be stretching out and hitting the Turf for the first time. He will be pursuing his third win in a row having put in four high quality peaking workouts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#8 Conquest Farenheit  +  #5 Taco  +  #9 Zakaroff  +  #2 Taxman's Quest.

Stakes Saturday Results

Oaklawn Park R10.  Rebel--G2. Our first pick, Lookin At Lee, finished 6th.  Our second pick, American Anthem, finished 10th.  Our third pick, Petrov, finished 4th.

Superfecta went 6-3-5-4.

Bankroll gets blanked, dropping to $65.77.

Stakes Saturday at the "Great Race Place"

We take in some seriously good stakes action in Southern California.

Santa Anita Race 9 {San Gabriel~G2~1 1/8 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A excellent group of eight will hit the Turf in this annual contest. It comes up short on speed which may default to the horse in post position one. Speed numbers are so very close that it could turn out to be any one of these equines race. The race has been moved off the turf making it ever more challenging. It should be a very exciting race.

#11 Ring Weekend (Van Dyke / Motion) should carry favoritism with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and three superb peaking workouts. He is the sole millionaire in the race. A son of Tapit, he should track the pace and shoot through into the stretch.

$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#9 Twentytwenty Vision (Smith / Mandella) should challenge with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and four strong peaking workouts. This lad has never been out of the money in his fourteen career starts. A son of Pollard's Vision he should be able to track and close sharply.

$2 SHOW.

#5 Isinthepost [FR] (T. Baze / Mullins) should contend holding the third highest (tie) last out speed number and three significant workouts. He holds the highest speed number at the distance. A son of American Post [GB], he should perform a pure tracking move connecting to the stretch in speedy fashion.

$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#2 Point Piper (Gutierrez / Hollendorfer) will be in the mix sharing the third highest last out speed number, working a four race progression, and putting in three solid workouts. He will be stretching out to this distance which should suit him comfortably. A son of Giants Causeway, he is another that should track the pace.

10 CENT Superfecta

#11 Ring Weekend  /  #9 Twentytwenty Vision  /  #5 Isinthepost [FR]  /  #2 Point Piper.

Furlong Friday Results

Gulfstream Park R1.  Maiden Claiming. Our first pick, Dynamic Dancer, finished 2nd.  Our second pick, Strong Breeze, won (1st) for show money of $2.40.

Superfecta went 5-6-8-1.

Bankroll sheds six dimes to settle at $132.87.

 

Furlong Friday in Horse Country

We look at a wonderful stakes race in Horse Country for our Furlong Friday.

Churchill Downs Race 7 {Eight Belles Stakes~G2~7 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies~Graded Stakes}

A great field of eight will go to the gate in this feature stakes race on today's Oaks undercard. There is plenty of speed to create a frothy pace. Speed numbers are fairly close giving it a very competitive feel. It should be one of many exciting Stakes races on Churchill's Kentucky Oaks card.

#8 Nickname (Castellano / Asmussen) could pull off the victory with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three superb peaking workouts. This gal is one of four in here that have gone this special sprint distance. She should track the pace closely and strike in the lane.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Carina Mia (Leparoux / Mott) should go off as the favorite with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three strong peaking workouts. She has already posted a win over the Churchill track and should be the controlling speed.

#3 Summer Reading (L. Saez / Jerkens) should contend with the highest speed number at the distance. She holds the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three robust workouts. This gal should be forwardly placed ready to battle.

#2 Jade Princess (Espinoza / Baffert) is coming in from California ready to roll. She holds the third highest last out speed number at a route, a two race progression, and four speedy workouts. She should travel close to the pace looking for an opening.

Superfecta Play
Today and Kentucky Derby day the superfecta wager is one dollar ($1).

#8 Nickname  /  #5 Carina Mia  /  #3 Summer Reading  /  #2 Jade Princess.



Thursday's Results
Santa Anita Park R5. Starter Allowance.  Our pick, Nazareth, finished 7th.
Superfecta went 6-1-2-8.
Bankroll plummets to $1.66. We will supplement with a Lincoln to todays contest.

Horse Racing Weekend begins 1815 miles from Louisville

We begin our horse racing weekend approximately 1,815 miles from Louisville, Kentucky, in sunny Southern California. We peer in on a fabulous downhill Turf contest.

Santa Anita Park Race 5 {6 1/2 furlongs~downhill TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Starter Allowance}

A solid group of eight will make the downhill run in this Turf feature. Most in here like to be very close to the pace without any clear speed types. It should make for a very intriguing contest. Speed numbers are very close making it a superbly competitive race.

#7 Nazareth (Bejarano / Papaprodromou) might have the edge with the third highest last out speed number at a route and two robust workouts. This gal loves the distance and the Santa Anita Turf course. She is likely to battle it out with the front running group.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Silver Mojave (T. Baze / Puype) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number and one solid workout. She sports the highest speed number over the Santa Anita downhill course. This gal is another that will be on or near the lead.

#1 Summer Lady (Prat / Miyadi) will contend with the highest last out speed number at a route, a three race progression, and three strong stamina producing workouts. She too will be near the lead coming down the hill.

#3 Tiz Sweet Bliss (Gonzalez / M. Jones) should be in the thick of it with the fourth highest last out speed number and two superb peaking workouts. She is coming into this with a brief freshening. This lady will also be near the lead.

10 CENT Superfecta

#7 Nazareth  /  #2 Silver Mojave  /  #1 Summer Lady  /  #3 Tiz Sweet Bliss.



Last Superfecta Sunday (5/1) Results
Lone Star Park R8.  Claiming.  We flubbed our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort by only capturing one of the four required for the payoff. Superfecta went 1-5-7-9.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Venus de Milo, won (1st) for show money of $3.20.
Bankroll dips to $3.76.

Furlong Friday in Hot Springs

Oaklawn Park opens today down in Hot Springs, Arkansas and we take a look at a competitive stakes race.

Oaklawn Park Race 8 {Dixie Belle Stakes~6 furlongs~3 year-old~Fillies~Stakes}

A talented group of eight is expected to go to the gate. There is plenty of speed to insure a fast pace. Speed numbers are close making for a contentious race. Most in here are coming into with brief to lengthy layoffs. It should be a great stakes race.

#7 Durango (Hamilton / Morse) should be the favorite and could go on to take this race. She is by far the fastest filly in the race posting the highest speed number at the distance and the highest last out speed number at a slightly longer distance. She has put in three strong peaking workouts prepping for this race. She should share the lead on the front end.
 $ NO VALUE $.

#2 Above Fashion (Rocco / Faucheux) should challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one modest workout. She is 100% in the money at this distance from three tries. This gal shows the tactical speed to blend nicely into the pace having enough left to make a solid effort in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Marque Miss (Hill / Mason) should contend with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three superb peaking workouts. This gal may benefit from a wicked pace as she will track it and strike going into the stretch.

#3 Katalust (L. Quinonez / Von Hemel) will be in the mix with the second highest last out speed number and three sincere workouts. This gal has already notched a win at this distance securing the third highest speed number at it. She is another that will benefit from a speedy pace.

10 CENT Superfecta

#7 Durango, #2 Above Fashion  /  #7, #2  /  #5 Marquee Miss, #3 Katalust  /  #5, #3.



Thursday Results
Santa Anita R7.  Optional Claiming.  Our pick, Hay Dude [GB], won (1st) for win money of $7.20 and show money of $4.20.
Superfecta went 7-6-3-9.
Bankroll gets a pop to $57.86.

Horse Racing Weekend begins at Santa Anita

A big weekend of horse racing gets an early start with a tremendous Turf contest in Southern California. This Stakes Saturday includes big Derby preps, The Wood Memorial at Aqueduct, the Bluegrass at Keeneland, and the Santa Anita Derby at, of course, Santa Anita.

Santa Anita Race 6 {1 1/4 mile~TURF~4 year old Up~Optional Claiming}
A fine group of eight runners will hit the green in this long Turf route. There is very little speed which may aid the forwardly placed. The speed numbers are relatively close making this a very competitive event. Let's go for the win to begin our Horse Racing Weekend.

#8 Unusual Fleet (Blanc / Baltas) might have the edge motoring on the front end. he holds the third highest speed number coming out of a sprint, is working a four race progression, and has put in two high quality, peaking workouts. He could run a comfortable pace and have plenty in the tank to cruise into victory.
$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Little Curlin (Bejarano / Hollendorfer) should pose a mighty challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and five incredibly good workouts. This lad could be favorite as he sits right off the pace waiting to rush into the stretch.

#3 Wanstead Garden (Espinoza / Machowsky) should contend with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four superb peaking workouts. This lad has already been in the money in his only start at this distance. Expect him to close well should they get an honest pace.

#4 Apostle Paul (A. Quinonez / Kelly) could come ready for battle with a couple of decent last out speed numbers. He is coming into his third start in the form cycle with two stellar, peaking workouts. Watch him track the pace seeking to strike going into the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta

#8 Unusual Fleet  /  #2 Little Curlin  /  #3 Wanstead Garden  /  #4 Apostle Paul.



Last Superfecta Sunday (3/29) Results
Tampa Bay Downs R10.  Claiming.  We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta box play by one runner. The Superfecta went 6-8-2-7.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Alandtom, finished 4th.
Bankroll gets jammed and slips to $19.65.

Gulfstream Maidens Kick off the Horse Racing Weekend

A nice maiden sprint starts our horse racing weekend.

Gulfstream Park Race 8 {6 furlongs~3 year old~Maiden Claiming}
A enterprising group of eight will go to the gate. It appears to be light on speed with only a couple that could be forwardly placed. There are a couple of first time starters in this one which should have an impact. Interesting race, nice wagering challenge.

#8 Mach My Day (Lopez / Plesa) might take the win at first asking. This first time starter is a son of Mach Ride. He has posted a couple of nice works prepping for this race. This lad has the connections that could make it happen.
$2 SHOW.

#4 Titotime (Contreras / Maltine) is coming down from Woodbine to challenge these lads. He holds the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two strong peaking workouts. He should be able to track the pace closely and then spring into action.
$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Chiquitaca (Zayas / Sano) will be making second start seeking improvement. He has put in three quite robust workouts in preparation. His first effort was a dud, but he should move forward from that start.

#2 Wizards Clip (Gaffalione / Servis) is the other first time starter seeking to get an early maiden win. He is a son of Tiz Wonderful, so he should be in the mix. He has posted one peaking workout to get himself ready.

10 CENT Superfecta

#8 Mach My Day  /  #4 Titotime  /  #7 Chiquitaca  /  #2 Wizards Clip.



Last Superfecta Sunday (2/1) Results
Santa Anita R3.  Allowance Optional Claiming.  We missed by two on our 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.  Superfecta went 7-5-3-2.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Elektrum [IRE], finished 2nd for show money of $3.40.
Bankroll gets dinged and dips to $19.70.

Stakes Saturday Santa Anita Style

Stakes Saturday is here. Today we look at a Turf mile at beautiful Santa Anita.

Santa Anita Race 5 {California Cup Oaks~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~fillies~CA~Stakes}
An improving lot of eight Californian fillies will take to the grass in this stakes feature.  There is plenty of speed which should make for a rapid pace. The speed figs for these gals are relatively close. It should be a fantastic competition.

#4 Heat the Rocks (Trujillo / Hollendorfer) might have a slight edge with the fourth highest last out speed number and five outstanding peaking workouts. This filly will be hitting the TURF for the first time, but has the pedigree as a daughter of Unusual Heat. She should be sitting right off the pace ready to spring into the stretch.
$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Light One (Bejarano / Hollendorfer) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number and three superb workouts.  This filly should be tracking the pace ready to strike at the top of the stretch. She is another that will take to the green for the first time. As a daughter of Comic Strip she is coming off two very good performance over the Tapeta at Golden Gate Fields.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Swiss Skimmer (Alvarado / Specht) should contend with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and three strong peaking workouts. She has already traveled this distance twice and has been in the money both times. This daughter of Swiss Yodeler should be forwardly placed ready to score.

#7 Tribal Express (A. Quinonez / Knapp) could be in the mix while motoring on or near the front end. She holds a couple of decent last out performances coupled with a bullet workout. This gal has already hit the board in her one try at this distance. As a daughter of Lucky Pulpit, she should race well.

10 CENT Superfecta

#4 Heat the Rocks  /  #6 Light One  /  #3 Swiss Skimmer  /  #7 Tribal Express.



Furlong Friday Results
Oaklawn Park R9.  Optional Claiming.  Our pick, Riley Rocks, finished 8th.
Superfecta went 3-12-7-9.
Bankroll falls to $4.09.  We will supplement with a Hamilton for the balance of this Horse Racing Weekend.

New Year Horse Racing Weekend

Happy New Year, 2015 !!!
Wishing you much success in your handicapping endeavors this year.

Happy Birthday to Our Equine heroes!!

On this Thursday, we start our horse racing weekend with a snappy one mile Turf race for the gals at sunny Santa Anita.

Santa Anita Race 8 {Blue Norther Stakes~1 mile~TURF~3 year old~fillies~Stakes}
A dynamic field of ten will hit the grass in this featured stakes race. There is enough speed to keep the pace rolling. Most are coming into this one off a brief freshening which should make this a highly competitive event. Speed figures are close among these improving gals.

#8 Rainha Da Bateria (Smith / Motion) should fire will, particularly if the pace is solid. She holds the highest (tie) last out speed number and has put in one superb workout. This gal also holds the second highest speed number at the distance. She should be closing swiftly into the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

#5 Jaded Glory (Stevens / Proctor) will challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three excellent peaking workouts. This filly has a victory over the Santa Anita course. She should be tracking and closing efficiently.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Wedding Blush (Bejarano / Moger) should contend holding the highest last out speed number, working a two race progression, and putting in three hearty workouts. She should be part of the front end crew motoring for position. This will be her first turf try.

#4 Lutine Belle (A. Solis / Hollendorfer) should be in the mix sharing the highest last out speed number, working a five race progression, and putting in four supreme workouts. She will be part of the closing group seeking to hit the wire first.

#10 Sea Mona (Espinoza / Sadler) will be in the hunt with the highest speed number at the distance and putting in four athletic workouts. She has a versatile running style that could put her in proper position for victory. Expect her to be close to the pace.

10 CENT Superfecta

#8 Rainha Da Bateria  /  #5 Jaded Glory  /  #9 Wedding Blush  /  #4 Lutine Belle, #10 Sea Mona.



Last Superfecta Sunday (12/28) Results
Santa Anita R8.  Daytona--G3.  We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort hitting three of the four wagering interests. Superfecta went 9-11-1-10.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Betty's Bambino, won (1st) for show money of $3.00.
Bankroll slips to $5.89.

2014 Breeder's Cup Championships Begin Today

One of the best horse racing weekends unfolds as day one of the 2014 Breeder's Cup Championships. On this Friday we take a look at a long route as part of a fantastic undercard at beautiful Santa Anita.

Santa Anita Race 2 {Las Vegas Marathon~G2~1 3/4 mile~3 year old Up~Graded Stakes}
A great field of nine will tackle this long distance endurance race.  There is enough speed to make it a very interesting race. Only two have gone this distance and both cruised over Turf. It should be a fabulous wagering event.

#5 Big Cazanova [ARG] (Nakatani / Miller) might have a minuscule edge with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and four endurance producing workouts. This lad comes into this one fresh off a brief layoff. He should be forwardly placed ready to romp.
$2 SHOW.

#7 Sky Kingdom (Espinoza / Baffert) should challenge with a couple of o.k. last out speed numbers and four superb peaking workouts. He holds the highest speed number over the Santa Anita track. This guy should be forwardly placed seeking an opening into the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Irish Surf (Trujillo / Hendricks) will contend with a couple of good last out speed numbers and four stamina producing workouts. This guy holds the highest speed number over a dirt surface. He appears to sitting on a great performance particularly if a strong pace develops.

#9 Cary Street (Mena / Walsh) should be in the mix with a couple of excellent last out speed numbers and two stout workouts. He holds a solid in the money record of 66% from eighteen starts. This guy should track and close into a contested pace.

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 Big Cazanova  /  #7 Sky Kingdom  /  #3 Irish Surf  /  #9 Cary Street.



Thursday's Results
Santa Anita R8.  Big Bear Stakes.  Our first pick, Blue Tone, finished 4th. Our second pick, Regally Ready, won (1st) for show money of $3.00.
Superfecta went 8-6-5-7.
Bankroll dips a bit to $8.79.

Kick-Off Our Horse Racing Weekend

We kick-off our horse racing weekend on the eve of the Breeder's Cup Championships. On this Thursday we warm up with a nice stakes race at beautiful Santa Anita.

Santa Anita Race 8 {Big Bear Stakes~1 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
A great group of nine will go to the gate in this annual affair. There is plenty of speed to keep the pace rolling. The competitors all have closely matched speed numbers. It should be terrific warm up for the Breeder's Cup races on Friday and Saturday.

#7 Blue Tone (Desormeaux / Hess) looks like the one that could get the job done with the second highest last out speed number, a six race progression, and three superb peaking workouts. He is coming off two wins in a row.
$2 SHOW.

#8 Regally Ready (Napravnik / Asmussen) should challenge with the third highest last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. He holds the highest speed number over the surface and will be making his first start over the Santa Anita track.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Stryker Phd (Mawing / Ross) should contend with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three great peaking workouts. He holds the highest (tie) speed number at the distance coupled with a 100% in the money record at same from four starts.

#2 Sweet Sunshine (Nakatani / Sadler) should be in the mix with a couple of very good last out speed numbers and two significant peaking workouts. This lad loves the Santa Anita track.

10 CENT Superfecta

#7 Blue Tone  /  #8 Regally Ready  /  #6 Stryker Phd  /  #2 Sweet Sunshine.



Last Superfecta Sunday (10/26) Results
Belmont Park R9.  Turn Back the Alarm--G3. We captured only one of the four needed for a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.  Superfecta went 2-8-7-3.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Tapits World, finished 5th.
Bankroll drops to $9.89.

Furlong Friday at Laurel

Thank goodness it is Furlong Friday. Today we take a look at a competitive contest for youngsters.

Laurel Park Race 8 {5 furlongs~2 year old~fillies~Claiming}
A wonderful field of nine juveniles will go to the gate in this claiming feature. There is plenty of speed to guarantee swift pace.  These youngsters are all fairly close in terms of their speed numbers and they all seem to be improving nicely. It should be superb race.

#9 Christmas Barn (Evans / Capuano) could take another step forward with the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a four race progression, and one bullet workout. This lad should be staying with the pace ready to deliver.
$2 SHOW.

#4 One Massive Cat (Ritvo / Pino) should challenge sharing the second highest last out speed number in his only start and putting in two superb peaking workouts. This guy could close down the field into an honest pace.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Mast Cove (Cruz / Robb) should contend with the second highest speed number at the distance, a couple of decent last out speed numbers, and two tremendous workouts. He could be tracking the pace closely ready to strike going into the stretch.

#7 Forestry's Majesty (Carasco / Rodriguez) should be in the mix with the highest last out speed number in his only start and two hearty workouts. This lad could be the speed of the forwardly placed group seeking to hold off all challengers.

#6 Linda's Lollipop (McCarthy / J. Salzman) could be in the hunt with a couple of decent last out speed number coming off a longer sprint. He sports the highest speed number at the distance and should be battling with the front running group.

10 CENT Superfecta ($1.20)
Laurel Park has a minimum of one dollar for its 10 CENT Superfecta wagers.

#9 Christmas Barn, #4 One Massive Cat  /  #9, #4  /  #3 Mast Cove, #7 Forestry's Majesty, #6 Linda's Lollipop  /  #3, #7, #6.



Thursday's Results
Santa Anita R5.  Maiden Special Weight.  Our first pick, Willing to Travel, finished 2nd for show money of $3.00.  Our second pick, Miltee, finished 7th.
Superfecta went 6-5-2-4.
Bankroll slips further to $7.59.

Furlong Friday; Hawthorne Opens

A fruitful Furlong Friday begins as Hawthorne opens its Fall season.

Hawthorne Race Course Race 6 {6 furlongs~3 year old Up~Allowance Optional Claiming}
A seasoned field of eight will go to the gate. There is some decent speed which should lead to a sound pace. All of these guys are very close in terms of their speed numbers at the distance and on a dirt surface. It should be a dandy of a six furlong race.

#7 Sacred Gift (Colvin / Reavis) has a good shot at victory with the third highest last out speed number and one robust workout. This lad also holds the second highest speed number at the distance. He should be tracking and closing willingly.
$2 SHOW.

#4 Sneaky Blowout (Felix / G. Scherer) is coming in from Cantebury Park with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and one peaking workout. He has a versatile running style which should be a great advantage in this field.
$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Sancerre (EE Perez / D. Bennett) should contend with the second highest last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and one solid workout. He should be closing swiftly with a decent pace.

#5 Bank Account (Emigh / Bruggemann) should be in the mix with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and three hearty workouts. He should be the speed of the race and has the potential to wire this field.

20 CENT Superfecta
Yes, Hawthorne has gone the Canadian way and offers a 20 CENT minimum on this wager.

#7 Sacred Gift  /  #4 Sneaky Blowout  /  #1 Sancerre  /  #5 Bank Account.



Thursday's Results
Santa Anita R7.  Optional Claiming.  Our first pick, Number Five, finished 5th.  Our second pick, I'll Wrap It Up, finished 6th.
Superfecta went 9-10-3-1.
Bankroll receives a sucker punch falling to $28.29.

A Mile Turf start to our Horse Racing Weekend

Let's take in a little sunshine and Turf to start out horse racing weekend.

Santa Anita Race 7 {1 mile~TURF~3 year old~Optional Claiming}
A strong field of ten will go to the grass in this feature race.  It comes up a little light on speed. The speed numbers are fairly close for most. It should be a swell race.

#8 Number Five (Pereira / Mullins) might have a slight edge with the second highest last out speed number at a longer route, a four race progression and three superb workouts. This guy should be forwardly placed allowing him to get first jump on the field.
$2 SHOW.

#6 I'll Wrap It Up (Trujillo / O'Neill) should also be able to press the pace with the third highest last out speed number at a longer route and three stout workouts. This lad holds the third highest speed number at the distance.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Ashleyluv'ssugar (Van Dyke / Eurton) should challenge with the highest last out speed number, a six race progression, and three solid peaking workouts. He should be closing swiftly into a decent pace.

#4 I'vegotafeeling [GB] (M. Garcia / Callaghan) could improve in his second North American start. He holds a couple of decent last out performances and has put in three robust workouts during a brief freshening. He could grab the lead and not look back.

10 CENT Superfecta

#8 Number Five  /  #6 I'll Wrap It Up  /  #1 Ashleyluvssugar  /  #4 I'vegotafeeling [GB].



Last Superfecta Sunday (9/28) Results
Santa Anita R7.  John Henry Turf Classic--G2. Our 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket only captured two of the four required to produce a winner.  Superfecta went 8-10-1-6.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Finnegan's Wake, finished 2nd for show money of $4.00.
Bankroll gets shaved four dimes falling to $32.39.