Superfecta Sunday in New Mexico

 We go into New Mexico for a great little Kentucky Derby prep with Derby points on the line.

Sunland Park Race 9 {Sunland Derby~G3~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A good group of eight will go to the gate in this annual Derby prep race.

Past Performances used:  DRF Formulator.

There will be speed in this race, plenty of it. It should produce a sizzling pace. Two invaders from Southern California and one from Oaklawn look for Derby points here. Speed numbers are very close among the main characters in the race. All have good potential to improve. Only two have run this distance. It should be a very nice race to wager and watch.

#5 Stronghold (fresu / D'Amato) should be forwardly placed and battle in the stretch for the win. He holds the highest last out speed number and four powerful workouts. He has gone this distance and will try the Sunland Park track for the first time. A Southern California invader that should take another step forward. A son of Ghostzapper, he is 100% in the money from four starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#3 Curlin's Kaos (Herrera / Garcia) comes off a winning run on the Turf in Southern Cali. Two super strong works add to his potential. This lad should track the pace closely. He will stretch out to this distance. A son of Clubhouse Ride, he is also 100% in the money from three starts.

#8 Informed Patriot (Rosario / Asmussen) comes in from Oaklawn with the third highest last out speed number and three solid peaking workouts. He is another that should track the pace closely. This guy has hit the board twice at this distance and will try the Sunland Park track for the first time. A son of Hard Spun, he is 57% in the money from seven starts.

#4 Lucky Jeremy (Ramos / Morey) seeks his third win in a row with the second highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. He will stretch out in his second race over the Sunland Park track. Look for him to be part of the speed factor. A son of Lookin at Lucky, he has a 66% win rate from three starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Alotaluck (Caballos / Garrett) should improve in his third career start. He scored the fourth highest last out speed number and has two decent workouts. This gelding should be forwardly placed ready to strike. A son of Sir Prancealot [IRE], he is 100% in the money.

#2 Surroundedbyangels (Medellin / Hone) should be another speed factor in the race. Having doubled up his speed fig in his two career starts, he should be sitting on a big effort. He has hit the board in those two starts. A son of Smiling Tiger, he has a couple of solid works.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Stronghold  +  #3 Curlin's Kaos  +  #8 Informed Patriot  +  #4 Stronghold.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.00)

#5 Stronghold  /  #3 Curlin's Kaos,  #8 Informed Patriot  /  #3,  #8,  #4 Stronghold,  #6 Alotaluck,  #2 Surroundedbyangels  /  ALL.

Best of luck on all your Superfecta Sunday plays!!!

 

Superfecta Sunday at Sunland Park

 Another beautiful Superfecta Sunday and today we look in on a pleasing Stakes race down in New Mexico.

Sunland Park Race 9 {MineThat Bird Derby~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old~Stakes}

A good field of eight will go to the gate in this prep for the big Sunland Derby. 

Past Performances Used:  DRF Formulator.

There is plenty of speedy types to rip off a strong pace. Speed numbers are very close for these improving colts and geldings. Only two have raced at this distance, the rest will be stretching out. Four Triple Crown nominees make their appearance. This race shapes up to be one in which any of these lads can win. A sweet race down in New Mexico.

#6 Striaght Up G (R. Gonzalez / Baltas) comes in from Southern California with the fourth highest last out speed number earned at this very distance and four high powered workouts. This guy should be forwardly placed in a pack of runners. A son of Straight Fire, he is 75% in the money from four career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#7 American Xperiment (A Juarez / Asmussen) comes in from Oaklawn Park with the highest last out speed number and three strengthening workouts. He should battle with the pace mates. A son of Nyquist, he is 100% in the money from three career starts.

#5 Pepper Spray (L. Valenzuela / Kereluk) has already posted a victory over this track and comes in with three wins in a row from all of his three career starts. This guy should be forwardly placed. He has put in one sound workout. A son of Tale of Ekati, he will stretch out taking another step forward.

#3 Benissimo (E. Gomez / Cappellucci) will make his third career start seeking to break his maiden in this stakes race. Two sensational bullet workouts show that he is well prepped for contention. The lone closer in this group, he will take advantage of any pace implosion. A son of Pioneer of the Nile, he is 50% in the money from his two career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#6 Straight Up G  +  #7 American Xperiment  +  #5 Pepper Spray  +  #3 Benissimo.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($1.50)

#6 Straight Up G  /  #7 American Xperiment  /  #5 Pepper Spray,  #3 Benissimo, add in #1 Fowler Blue (E. Maldonaldo / Mondez)  /  ALL.

Have a great day of racing. May all your Superfecta tickets cash!!  

A BIG derby Prep in South Florida

On this Stakes Saturday we look in on another Big Kentucky Derby prep in South Florida.

Gulfstream Park R14 {Xpress Bet Florida Derby~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A very exceptionally talented field of eleven will go to the gate in this classic Derby prep. Many Kentucky Derby winners have exited this race in the last decade. This year's crop has that same aspiration. There is enough speed in this one to keep a swift pace. Speed numbers are fairly close among the main principals. It should be a fantastic race.

#4 Bourbon War (I. Ortiz / Hennig) is the only horse to have already competed at this distance. He holds the third highest last out speed number and two hearty workouts. This boy has already hit the board twice over the Gulfstream track. A son of Tapit, he should be tracking and closing earnestly.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#1 Hidden Scroll (Castellano / Mott) will try to wire this field. He is a speedy type who posts the highest speed number overall among this crew. This guy will be making his third career start coming in with two fine workouts. A son of Hard Spun, he has already posted a win over this track.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#9 Code of Honor  (J. Velazquez / McGaughey) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number and two bullet workouts. This lad is 75% in the money from four starts. A son of Noble Mission [GB], he should be tracking the pace closely ready to spring into the stretch.

$1 SHOW.

#2 Current (M. Franco / Pletcher) could be considered a turfer as he makes his second try on dirt. He continues to show improvement with every race and has put in four solid workouts prepping for this race. A son of the superstar, Curlin, he is 66% in the money from six starts.

10 CENT Superfecta

#4 Bourbon War  /  #1 Hidden Scroll  /  #9 Code of Honor,  #2 Current  /  ALL.

Last Superfecta Sunday (3/24) results.

Sunland Park R11.  Sunland Derby--G3.  OOOPs. Whoa, no way we're gonna box a superfecta for a buck minimum.  We scuttled our superfecta play.  Superfecta went 5-2-1-4.

Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Cutting Humor, won (1st) for show money of $2.40.

Bankroll picks up four dimes to settle at $72.46.

Superfecta Sunday in Sun Land

We take a look at a race in sunny New Mexico for our Superfecta Sunday.

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

More Kentucky Derby points are on the line in a good renewal of the Sunland Derby down near Las Cruces, New Mexico. A field of ten will go to the gate. Most, seven in all, are exiting the Mine that Bird Derby. Three new shooters arrive on the scene looking for KD points. There is speed, enough to torch the dirt creating a blazing pace. All but one, Anothertwistoffate, will be stretching out to this distance. Speed numbers are fairly close among the best and brightest in the race. Our task is to cobble a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#5 Cutting Humor (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) comes in from Oaklawn Park were he faltered in his last. He holds the second highest speed number over the dirt and has put in two good workouts. A son of First Samurai, he will be tracking the pace and rush into the stretch. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#4 Wicked Indeed (L. Contreras / Asmussen) should challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number and three robust peaking workouts. He is another that will be tracking the pace looking to score in the stretch. A son of Tapit, he took place money last out in the Mine That Bird Derby.

#1 Mucho Gusto (Talamo / Baffert) will go off as the favorite with the second highest last out speed number and four fantastic workouts, the best work tab of any of these in here. He will be part of the speed contingent and should hold on for a piece if not outright win. A son of Mucho Macho Man, he is 100% in the money from four career starts.

#3 Hustle Up (Laviolettte / Fincher) is a speedy New Mexico bred win machine holding eight wins from ten races. This is his home dirt and there is little doubt he will allow some new shooter try to take the race from him. He holds the third highest last out speed number and one bullet workout at an endurance producing workout. A son of Abstraction, he will battle on the lead.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Cutting Humor  +  #4 Wicked Indeed  +  #1 Mucho Gusto  +  #3 Hustle Up.




Stakes Saturday Results
Fairgrounds Race Course R13.  Louisiana Derby--G2.  Our first pick, War of Will, faded in the stretch.  Our second pick, Spinoff, took 2nd for place money of $3.40 and show money of $5.40.  Our third pick, Sueno, finished 3rd for show money of $6.00.
Superfecta went 5-10-4-8.
Bankroll rocks on and up to $72.26.

Another Big Derby Prep on Stakes Saturday

On this Stakes Saturday we take in another competitive Kentucky Derby prep in South Florida.

Gulfstream Park Race 14 {Xpress Bet Florida Derby~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~Graded Stakes}

A great field of nine will head to the gate in this key KD 144 prep. There is plenty of speed to insure a swift pace. Speed numbers are very close which should produce a extremely competitive race. All but one are nominated to the Triple Crown. This should be the top race during the Gulfstream Park Championship season.

#6 Catholic Boy (I. Ortiz / Thomas) comes over from Tampa Bay Downs where he it the third highest (tie) last out speed number. This will be his first run over the Gulfstream Park track, but he comes in working a five race progression and putting in four robust peaking workouts. A son of More Than Ready, he should push through tracking and closing powerfully in the stretch.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Hofburg (J. Ortiz / Mott) will be making his third career start after winning at second asking producing the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number. This lad did improve in that start and has put in three hearty peaking workouts. A son of Tapit, this guy should be tracking the pace and sprout in the stretch.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#8 Audible (J. Velazquez  /  Pletcher) looks to take another step forward seeking his fourth win in a row with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four stout peaking workouts. This son of Into Mischief should be close to the pace and move smoothly into the stretch.

$1 SHOW.

#9 Mississippi (Leparoux  /  Casse) could surprise sharing the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four serious peaking workouts. He is another that should track the pace closely and then let loose in the stretch. A son of Pioneer of the Nile, he will be stretching out to this distance.

10 CENT Superfecta

#6 Catholic Boy  /  #7 Hofburg  /  #8 Audible, #9 Mississippi  /  ALL.

Last Superfecta Sunday (3/25) Results

Sunland Park R11.  Sunland Derby--G3.  We only had one of the four required to complete a 10 CENT Superfecta box victory.  Superfecta went 11-10-5-8.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, New York Central, finished 10th.

Bankroll gets splattered sinking to $224.24

 

Superfecta Sunday at Sunland

On this Superfecta Sunday we take in another Kentucky Derby prep down in New Mexico.

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

A talented crew of twelve will enter the gate in this annual Derby prep. There is enough speed to keep an earnest pace. Weather forecast is partly cloudy with some significant wind gusts adding intrigue to a interesting race. Speed numbers are all fairly close as all but one stretch out to this distance. Our task is to lasso a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket. It should be an excellent race for our Superfecta Sunday.

#3 New York Central (Santana / Asmussen) might have the edge with a pressing attack. He holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three fine peaking workouts. This son of Tapit has the tactical speed to race close and then spurt off into the stretch. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$5 SHOW.

#11 Runaway Ghost (Hebert / Fincher) is the local hope with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two favorable workouts. He should be part of the pace scenario if he gets away from an outside post in good order. This son of Ghostzapper has a terrific 83% in the money record from six starts.

#2 Dark Vader (Elliott / Eurton) should challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four high quality, peaking workouts. The connections of this son of Tale of Ekati have him ready for a strong performance.

#1 All Out Blitz (M. Garcia / Callaghan) should contend as he is one of a number coming in from Southern California. He holds a couple of good last out speed numbers and three speedy five furlong workouts. A son of Concord Point, he should be forwardly placed ready to roll.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 New York Central  +  #11 Runaway Ghost  +  #2 Dark Vader  +  #1 All Out Blitz.

Stakes Saturday Results

Fair Grounds Race Course R11.  Twinspires Louisiana Derby--G2.  Our first pick, Snapper Sinclair, finished 5th.  Our second pick, Givemeaminit, finished 4th.  Our third pick, Dark Templar, finished 9th.

Superfecta went 2-8-9-4.

Bankroll gets blanked and falls to $231.64.

Horse Racing Weekend Begins in Florida

Best of luck to all the horseplayers battling in the Horse Players World Series at The Orleans in Las Vegas, Nevada this horse racing weekend. Boyd Gaming always puts on great horse racing tournaments year after year.

On this Thursday we take a look at a fine maiden event down in South Florida.

Gulfstream Park Race 8 {1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Maiden Claiming}

A good group of twelve will enter the gate in this maiden claiming feature. There is a little bit of speed to keep the pace rolling. Many in here are seeking their first win and most have had trouble hitting the board. Speed numbers are all over the map making this race a difficult, but potentially profitable handicapping endeavor.

#9 Songeur (L. Saez / Pletcher) will be making his third career start with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three hearty workouts. This colt will be dropping in class and stretching out in distance to enhance his chances. He could be rolling late seeking the win.

$1 WIN  /  $2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#12 Milo Diamond (Castellano / Campitelli) should challenge with a couple of good last out speed numbers and a two race progression. He has hit the board in one of his two starts at this distance. Dropping in class he should track the pace comfortably.

#1 Taken to Church (J. Ortiz / Guilot) should contend with a nice ground saving trip along the rail. He shows a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and one sound workout. This guy should be forwardly placed fending off challengers.

#7 Mason's Song (Gaffalione / Dwoskin) is coming off an extended layoff with a couple of decent performances in his two career starts. He has worked efficiently towards his comeback to the track by putting in four serious workouts in the last thirty days. This lad should track the pace closely upon his return to the Turf.

10 CENT Superfecta

#9 Songeur  /  #12 Milo Diamond  /  #1 Taken to Church, #7 Mason's Song  /  ALL.

Last Superfecta Sunday (3/26) Results

Sunland Park R9.  Sunland Derby--G3.  We misfired on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort capturing only one of the four wagering interests required for the win. Superfecta went 9-12-2-5.

Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Dilettante, finished 6th.

Bankroll plummets to $42.59.

 

Superfecta Sunday in the Land of Enchantment

A Superfecta Sunday derby prep is on tap in the state of New Mexico as we take in the Sunland Derby.

Sunland Park Race 9 {Sunland Derby~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A great field of eleven will go to the gate in this KD 143 prep race with points on the line. Great American trainers have shipped in their charges with the hope of getting them into this years Kentucky Derby. There is sufficient speed to create an honest pace. Speed figs are close as all of these lads will stretch out to this distance for the first time. There are seven Triple Crown nominees in the field. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket. It should be a fantastic race.

#3 Bronze Age (M. Garcia / Baffert) has the edge with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three exceptional workouts. This guy will show speed as he seeks to wire the field. He comes in from Santa Anita.

#2 Hedge Fund (J. Ortiz / Pletcher) should challenge with the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and four superb workouts. This lad should be sitting right off the pace ready to roll into the stretch. He comes in from Gulfstream Park.

#6 Dilettante (G. Stevens / Lukas) should contend sharing the second highest last out speed number, working a three race progression, and putting in three smashing workouts. He has the tactical speed to sit keenly in positon and rock into the stretch. This colt comes in from Oaklawn Park. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$2 SHOW.

#10 Balandeen (Hill / Hartman) should be in the hunt with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a three race progression, and two stout workouts. He should take up a tracking position and streak into the stretch. He also comes in from Oaklawn Park.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Bronze Age  +  #2 Hedge Fund  +  #6 Dilettante  +  #10 Balandeen.

Stakes Saturday Results

Turfway Park R10.  Spiral Stakes--G3.  Our first pick, Soglio, finished 7th.  Our second pick, En Hanse, finished 9th.  Our third pick, Kitten's Cat, finished 4th.

Superfecta went 3-1-4-8.

Bankroll gets shattered and drops to $46.99.

Horse Racing Weekend begins at Gulfstream

It is Florida Derby week and we check out a nice Turf match-up to start off our Horse Racing weekend.

Gulfstream Park Race 9 {1 mile~TURF~3 year-old~fillies~Starter Allowance Optional Claiming}
A solid group of Turf fillies will hit the grass in this feature race. There is enough speed to maintain a warm pace. The speed figures all stack up competitively. Any one of these gals could pull off the victory. It should be a superb race.

#1 Madamoiselle Bond [GB] (J. Velazquez / Weaver) might have an edge as she takes up a tracking position and closes strongly. She holds the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two sound workouts. This gal is coming off a longer route on the Turf that earned her a win.
$1 WIN  /  $2 SHOW.

#8 Stroke Play (Serpa / Preciado) should challenge with the third highest (three-way tie) last out speed number over a longer route and one excellent workout. She enjoys the Gulfstream Turf and should be closing swiftly into the stretch.
$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Princess Zenyi (Zayas / Delgado) will contend sharing the third highest last out speed number at a longer route. She holds the highest speed number of the group at this distance. With a solid pace this gal will be closing smashingly.

#6 My Little Darlings (Lopez / DiMauro) should be in the mix with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and one hearty workout. This filly should be forwardly placed ready to strike.

10 CENT Superfecta

#1 Madamoiselle Bond [GB]  /  #8 Stroke Play  /  #4 Princess Zenyi  /  #6 My Little Darlings.



Last Superfecta Sunday (3/22) Results
Sunland Park R11.  Sunland Derby--G3.  We misfired on our 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket hitting only two of the four wagering interests needed. Superfecta went 1-3-7-6.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Dirt Monster, finished 5th.
Bankroll continues its descent to $19.65.

Superfecta Sunday at Sunland

Can't believe it Superfecta Sunday already. Today there are more Kentucky Derby points on the line as we head to enchanting New Mexico.

Sunland Park Race 11 {Sunland Derby~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}
A field of seven Derby aspirants will hit the dirt in this annual Derby prep. All are capable of showing speed making it an interesting race. There is quite a gap between a few in here relative to speed numbers. While the outcome might be predictable as far as the winner is concerned, it is less certain as to which competitors might earn the remaining Derby points. Of course, our task is to sketch a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#1 Firing Line (Stevens / Callaghan) is the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number, a triple digit one at that. He comes into New Mexico from Santa Anita with a four race progression and four sensational workouts. This lad should sit right off the pace setters ready to spring into the stretch.

#8 Dirt Monster (Eikleberry / Evans) could surprise with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a three race progression, and two robust workouts. As his name suggest he does relish the dirt surface having a 100% in the money record from six starts over it. This guy has a versatile running style which should plug into this race splendidly. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#4 Why Two (Espinoza / Machowsky) should challenge with the second highest last out speed number and three endurance peaking workouts. He should be forwardly placed ready to rumble. As all of these fellows in this race, he will be stretching out to this distance. He comes in off a victory in the Turf Paradise Derby.

#7 Pain and Misery (Arroyo / Dominguez) has home court advantage with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and two stout peaking workouts. Having faced stiff competition at Santa Anita, he comes in here to move forward.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Firing Line  +  #8 Dirt Monster  +  #4 Why Two  +  #7 Pain and Misery.



Stakes Saturday Results
Turfway Park R11. Horseshoe Casino Cincinnati Spiral--G3.  Our first pick, Conquest Typhoon, finished 2nd for show money of $3.60.  Our second pick, Metaboss, finished 6th.  Our third pick, Wireless Future, finished 7th.
Superfecta went 12-9-10-8.
Bankroll takes a dive to $21.65.

A Great Horse Racing Weekend Begins

Thursday marks the beginning of a great horse racing weekend.  With a bevy of primo races on Saturday that include the Dubai World Cup races, the Louisiana Derby, and the Florida Derby.  All of which have high quality undercards.

Today we look at a terrific Turf contest at sunny Santa Anita.

Santa Anita Park Race 7 {1 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~CA~Optional Claiming}
An interesting group of eight will hoof it over the Turf.  All are coming into this one with freshenings.  The speed numbers are relatively comparable over the surface and at the distance.  The race comes a little light on speed though there are a few that should be forwardly placed.  It should be a good race to wager and watch.

#2 Awesome Prospect (Couton / Powell) could have a slight edge with the highest (4-way tie) last out speed number, a three race progression, and three stellar workouts.  He has the tactical speed to stay close and then romp in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

#5 Lucky Views (Espinoza / Machowsky) will challenge sharing the highest last out speed number, working a two race progression, and putting in three superb workouts.  This lad should be motoring on the front end seeking to hold off all others.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interest

#1 Christopher Street (Smith / Sadler) should contend also with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two hearty workouts.  With a hot pace this guy is capable of closing down the field.

#6 Depraptor (Blanc / Puype) is coming into this race after an extended layoff.  He could surprise.  Prior to the layoff he shows the fourth highest last out speed number and has put in four exceptionally good peaking workouts.  He appears ready to run well.

10 CENT Superfecta

#2 Awesome Prospect  /  #5 Lucky Views  /  #1 Christopher Street  /  #6 Deraptor.



Last Superfecta Sunday (3/23) Results
Sunland Park R11.  Sunland Derby--G3.  We had to abandon our 10 CENT Superfecta box play due to the fact that there was none for this race. Superfecta went 9-7-3-8.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Commissioner, finished 3rd for show money of $3.00.
Bankroll gains a buck to settle at $5.89.

Sunland Superfecta Sunday

We look toward old New Mexico for a Superfecta Sunday treat.

Sunland Park Race 11 {Sunland Park Derby~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
A strong field of nine will make their way to the gate in this KD 140 prep race.  There is a ton of speed in here that will insure that the pace will be very quick.  Only three have gone this distance.  The rest of the field will be stretching out.  It should be a very interesting race for which we must try to cobble together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#3 Commissioner (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) looks like he might be able to take advantage of a very swift pace with the third highest last out speed number and two athletic workouts.  He could take up a tracking effort close to the pace and muscle his way through.  This guy has secured two victories at this distance already. He is our Bronze Horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.

#7 Midnight Hawk (Smith / Baffert) should be the favorite with the second highest speed number, a two race progression, and three superb workouts.  He has a bit of versatility to his running style which may help him in this speedster affair.

#4 Global Strike (Castellano / Pletcher) is another that has earned money at this distance.  He holds a couple of decent last out speed numbers and has put in two hearty workouts.  Expect him to be forwardly placed.

#8 Rebranded (Eikleberry / Evans) has already gone this distance.  He holds a couple of o.k. last out speed numbers, a five race progression, and two sensational workouts.  One of two that has run over the Sunland dirt, he hopes to please the hometown crowd with a tracking effort.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Commissioner  +  #7 Midnight Hawk  +  #4 Global Strike  +  #8 Rebranded.



Stakes Saturday Results
Turfway Park R11.  Spiral Stakes--G3.  Our first pick, Tamarando, finished 8th.  Our second pick, Asserting Bear, finished 4th.  Our third pick, We Miss Artie, won (1st) for show money of $4.20.
Superfecta went 11-10-5-2.
Bankroll takes a dive to $4.89.

Thursday Turfday at Gulfstream

We open up our horse racing weekend with a good Turf race in sunny South Florida.

Gulfstream Park Race 9 {1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year olds~Optional Claiming}
A nice field of nine will venture onto the grass in this feature race.  There is not a lot of speed in here, so it might be a great advantage for the lone speedster.  All have comparable speed numbers over the surface which should lend itself to a highly competitive race.

#4 Dad'z Laugh (Lopez / Chaparro) is the speedster in this race and could wire the field.  He holds the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route and has put in one strong workout.  This guy also holds the highest speed number at the distance.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.

#5 Midnight Aria (Castellano / Gonzalez) could sit right off the leader and strike at the top of the stretch.  He has the most versatile running style which should be used to superb benefit.  This son of Midnight Lute will be stretching out from his last which earned him the second highest last out speed number.  He is working a three race progression.
$1 SHOW.

#8 Saved the Best (Lezcano / Hennig) should be in the mix with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and two solid workouts.  He should find himself tracking the leaders ready to make his move.
$1 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#1 He's So Fine (Rosario / McPeek) could contend with the highest last out speed figure, a three race progression, and two superb peaking workouts.  Should the pace pick up he could close into it very well.

10 CENT Superfecta

#4 Dad'z Laugh / #5 Midnight Aria / #8 Saved the Best, #1 He's So Fine / #8, #1.



Last Superfecta Sunday (3/24)
Sunland Park R11.  Sunland Derby--G3.  Our 10 CENT Superfecta box was off by one entrant.  Superfecta went 7-9-2-4.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Shakin It Up, finished fourth.
Bankroll takes a dive to $10.65.

Superfecta Sunday Sunland Style

On this Superfecta Sunday, we find ourselves back on the derby trail in grand old New Mexico.

Sunland Park Race 11 {Sunland Derby~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year olds~Stakes}
An interesting crop of nine will enter into the gate.  All will be seeking KD 139 points.  Only one has gone this distance.  The entire group are Triple Crown nominated, except one.  Most in here like to be forwardly placed which could give a clear shot for one utilizing a nice closing style.  It appears most are comparable in terms of speed numbers making it a bit difficult to put together our 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.  Let's give a sunny New Mexico try.

#4 Shakin It Up (D. Flores / Baffert) looks likely to capitalize on a fluid pace with his closing style.  He holds the second highest last out speed number and has put in four superb peaking workouts.  This guy represents our Bronze Horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.

#6 Dry Summer (Madeira / Marr) will mount a challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number and two hearty workouts.  He has the ability to press or track the pace which should benefit him.

#2 Abraham (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) ships in from Florida in the third start of his career.  He is the only one in the field that has gone this distance.  This colt scored a victory in his last out which happened to be at this distance.  Having put in three excellent workouts, he looks to be motoring on the front end.

#7 Govenor Charlie (M. Garcia / Baffert) should be in the mix with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four superlative, peaking workouts.  He could be forwardly placed ready to strike at the top of the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Shakin It Up  +  #6 Dry Summer  +  #2 Abraham  +  #7 Govenor Charlie.



Stakes Saturday Results
Gulfstream Park R10.  Pan American--G2.  Our first pick, Ioya Bigtime, finished 2nd for place money of $5.80 and show money of $5.10.  Our second pick, Newsdad, finished 3rd for show money of $1.30.  Our third pick, Mucho Mas Macho, finished 5th.
Superfecta went 9-3-10-5.
Bankroll gets a rise to $15.05.

Fresh Arkansas Dirt

Today we take a peak at an Oaklawn Park race as the Arkansas Derby nears.  A great horse racing weekend is in store with many great races on the docket.

Oaklawn Park Race 10 {1 mile~3 year old Up~Allowance}
This has the appearance of being a very tight competition.  A field of nine will make their way on the the Oaklawn dirt.  There should be some pace in the race to set up for the closing types.

#7 Expecting Cash (M. Baze / Asmussen) has a minor edge with the highest (tie) speed number at the distance and three wonderful, peaking workouts.  He appears ready to roll.
$2 SHOW.

#6 Greytap (Emigh / Kirby) will challenge with the second highest speed number at the distance as well as last out, an eight race progression, and one solid workout.
$2 SHOW.

#5 Commander (Borel / Jones) will also challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three swift, peaking workouts.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests
#1 Trinity Run (Berry / Stidham) will be in the hunt also with the highest speed number at the distance and three strong workouts.  He may get first jump heading for home.

#2 Quiet Assault (Thompson / Lukas) also has a chance to pull off the victory.  He will be moving up in distance with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three athletic, peaking workouts.

10 CENT Superfecta
#7 Expecting Cash / #6 Greytap / #5 Commander / #1 Trinity Run, #2 Quiet Assault.

















Last Sunday's (3/27) Results
Sunland Park R12. Sunland Derby.  Our first pick, Astrology, finished 2nd for show money of $3.00.  Our second pick, Sinai, finished 11th (last).  Our third pick, Ruler On Ice, finished 3rd for show money of $4.60.  Superfecta went 9-11-1-4.
Bankrolls gets a small lift to $8.90.

Sunland Derby Day

We close out our horse racing weekend with the always exciting Sunland Derby, capping a great weekend of stakes races.

Sunland Park Race 12 {Sunland Derby~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
A nice competitive field of eleven will make the start in this annual Kentucky Derby prep.  The $800K purse will give the winner a ticket to KD 137. Such a win will provide enough graded earnings to place them mid-pack of the top twenty in graded earnings. 

Not a single horse in this field has run this distance.  In fact, all but one have raced at the 1 1/16 mile distance.  Only one horse will be moving from a sprint to a route.  It appears the pace will be a middling one as there are no speedsters entered.  Half the field ships in for this event.  It should be an interesting and fun race to watch.

#11 Astrology (Leparoux / Asmussen) has a slight edge coming off a layoff with highest (3-way tie) speed number over the dirt surface.  He ran well as a two-year old and has put in four stellar, peaking workouts.  Certainly one of a group of six that could win this race.
$2 SHOW.

#7 Sinai (M. Garcia / Baffert) will challenge with the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and four supreme, peaking workouts.  This guy could control the pace and is capable of wiring the race.
$2 SHOW.

#1 Ruler on Ice (Valdivia / Breen) can also challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two hearty peaking workouts.  This guy will also challenge with his pressing running style.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests
#6 Supreme Ruler (Court / Fires) count on this colt to be in the hunt for the victory.  He holds the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two strong stamina-type workouts.  He will be closing in the stretch.

#3 Fusa Code (Shepperd / Asmussen)  is a threat to create an Asmussen produced exacta.  He won the Borderland Derby at this track last out with a decent speed number, has a three race progression, and has three hardy, peaking workouts.  He should track the pace.

#8 Nacho Saint (Bravo / Breen) is another capable of winning this competitive race.  He holds the highest speed number over the surface and has put in two solid, peaking workouts.  Another that will track the pace.

10 CENT Superfecta
#11 Astrology / #7 Sinai / #1 Ruler On Ice / #6 Supreme Ruler, #3 Fusa Code, #8 Nacho Saint.

 















Saturday's Results
Turfway Park R9. Rushaway. Our first pick, Crimson China, finished second for $2.60 in show money.  Our second pick, Swift Warrior, won (1st) for show money of $2.60.  Superfecta went 6-2-7-9.
Fair Grounds R10.  Louisianna Derby.  Our first pick, Mucho Macho Man, finished 3rd.  Our second pick, Wilkinson, finished 6th.  Our third pick, Elite Alex, finished 4th.  Superfecta went 1a-2-4-11.
Bankroll drops to $7.30.