It is a handicappers delight as there is a vast number of terrific stakes races around the country. On this Saturday we look at a great sprint stakes race at the "Big A".
Aqueduct Race 8 {The Bay Shore~G3~7 furlongs~3 year old~Stakes}
A successful group of eight will go to the gate in this seven furlong spectacular. There is so much speed in this one that a wicked pace could develop. All but two are Triple Crown nominees. For many, this race is a wonderful stepping stones to grander graded stakes down the road. It should be an exciting race.
#3 Financial Mogul (J. Ortiz / Violette) could stand out as one of the tracker closers in the field. He holds a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and two solid bullet workouts. This son of Street Boss has already won a race over the Aqueduct track.
$1 WIN / $2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.
#8 Kobes Back (Nakatani / Sadler) could make another comeback with the highest speed number at the distance and three superb workouts. This son of Flatter is the only other lad that likes to come from off the pace. Should a furious pace develop, he should take full advantage of it.
$1 PLACE / $2 SHOW.
#7 The Admiral (M. Garcia / Baffert) could be the speedy type that outlasts the battle. he holds the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three decisive workouts. This son of Giant's Causeway has the pedigree to go on to greater races after he completes this challenge.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#4 Coup de Grace (Castellano / C. Brown) has the ability to bounce back after a disappointing last out grade two race. He has already notched two victories from three career starts. This son of Tapit looks to fire fresh after putting in five hearty workouts.
10 CENT Superfecta
#3 Finaincial Mogul / #8 Kobes Back / #The Admiral / #4 Coup de Grace.
Friday's Results
Keeneland R9. Transylvannia--G3. This race was moved off the TURF. Our first pick, Global View, finished 7th. Our second pick, Pleuven [FR], was scratched. Our third pick, Can'thelpbelieving, was also scratched.
We abandoned our 10 CENT Superfecta due to the scratches. Superfecta went 1-11-3-10.
Bankroll sheds a couple bucks falling to $17.54.
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Friday, April 4, 2014
Thursday, April 3, 2014
Spring is in the Air as Keeneland Opens
Springtime blossoms into the opening of the Keeneland meet. On this Friday we take a peek at a graded Turf stakes race.
Keeneland Race 9 {Transylvania~G3~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year old}
A tremendous field of twelve will make the start in this annual graded stakes race. April rain may bring this one off the Turf. We shall see. The field includes six Triple Crown nominees. Only four will be stretching out to this distance. There is enough speed to keep the pace honest. This will be a highly competitive race.
#9 Global View (Lezcano / Proctor) may have a slight edge with a couple of very good last out speed numbers, a four race progression, and four stellar, peaking workouts. He will be stretching out for more improvement taking up a close tracking position.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#8 Pleuven [FR] (A. Garcia / C. Brown) should challenge with the second highest last out speed number at a longer route, a two race progression, and three hearty workouts. This lad will be closing swiftly into a heated pace.
$1 SHOW.
#12 Can'thelpbelieving [IRE] (Rosario / Motion) should contend with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route, a four race progression, and two robust workouts. This guy will be closing swiftly into the stretch.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#1 Medal Count (Albarado / Romans) could surprise sharing the fourth highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four superior, fast workouts. This well prepped lad should be tracking the leaders ready to strike in the stretch.
10 CENT Superfecta
#9 Global View / #8 Pleuven [FR] / #12 Can'thelpbelieving [IRE] / #1 Medal Count.
Thursday's Results
Aqueduct R6. Optional Claiming. Our first pick, Oltre' Oro, finished 6th. Our second pick, Pass the Coffee, finished 3rd for show money of $1.90.
Superfecta went 7-4-3-1.
Bankroll sheds a couple dimes to settle at $19.54.
Keeneland Race 9 {Transylvania~G3~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year old}
A tremendous field of twelve will make the start in this annual graded stakes race. April rain may bring this one off the Turf. We shall see. The field includes six Triple Crown nominees. Only four will be stretching out to this distance. There is enough speed to keep the pace honest. This will be a highly competitive race.
#9 Global View (Lezcano / Proctor) may have a slight edge with a couple of very good last out speed numbers, a four race progression, and four stellar, peaking workouts. He will be stretching out for more improvement taking up a close tracking position.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#8 Pleuven [FR] (A. Garcia / C. Brown) should challenge with the second highest last out speed number at a longer route, a two race progression, and three hearty workouts. This lad will be closing swiftly into a heated pace.
$1 SHOW.
#12 Can'thelpbelieving [IRE] (Rosario / Motion) should contend with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route, a four race progression, and two robust workouts. This guy will be closing swiftly into the stretch.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#1 Medal Count (Albarado / Romans) could surprise sharing the fourth highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four superior, fast workouts. This well prepped lad should be tracking the leaders ready to strike in the stretch.
10 CENT Superfecta
#9 Global View / #8 Pleuven [FR] / #12 Can'thelpbelieving [IRE] / #1 Medal Count.
Thursday's Results
Aqueduct R6. Optional Claiming. Our first pick, Oltre' Oro, finished 6th. Our second pick, Pass the Coffee, finished 3rd for show money of $1.90.
Superfecta went 7-4-3-1.
Bankroll sheds a couple dimes to settle at $19.54.
Saturday, April 6, 2013
Stakes Saturday at Aqueduct
You know Spring is in the air when you hear the crack of the bat at your local ballpark. Today we take in a different type of wood, The Wood Memorial at awesome Aqueduct.
Aqueduct Race 11 {Wood Memorial~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year olds~Stakes}
A spectacular field of ten will line up in one of the premiere Kentucky Derby preps. There is sufficient speed to set up the trackers and closers with a fine closing drive. All but two of the horses in the field have been nominated to the Triple Crown. This should be one of the finest races so far this year.
#2 Normandy Invasion (Castellano / C. Brown) looks primed and ready to close down this highly talented field. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and has put in the best workout tab of four incredibly swift, peaking workouts. This son of Tapit is one of four that have gone this distance, securing the highest speed number of the group. The pressure is on him and his connections to make the KD 139 starting gate as he needs the points. Definitely the one to watch.
$1 WIN / $2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.
#8 Verrazano (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) appears ready to lead this field from start to finish. He holds the highest last out speed number, a triple digit score, and has put in two strong workouts. No worries here about Derby points. He has enough to secure a gate position. His magnificent pedigree makes him one of the great KD 139 hopefuls. This son of More Than Ready just has to be kept happy and healthy. This fine colt will be the speed of the race and all will have to catch him. Distance does not appear to be a problem given who his mom and dad are.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#5 Vyjack (Rosario / Rodriguez) is another with little worries about making the KD 139 field. This gelding holds the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three terrific workouts. He has won four in a row and has a versatile running style which should benefit him in this race. A son of Into Mischief, he holds the second highest speed number over the Aqueduct track. He has not yet tried this distance.
$1 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#6 Mr. Palmer (Alvarado / Mott) could be the big surprise with a couple of very decent last out speed numbers and three solid peaking workouts. This colt has already gone the distance scoring the second best speed number of the crew. A son of Pulpit, he has solid tracking/closing capability and should take advantage of a strong pace. Another big step forward is not out of the question particularly if another horse cannot go the distance; nudge, nudge, wink, wink.
#10 Freedom Child (Trujillo / Albertrani) is another who has gone this distance and acquitted himself admirably. He broke his maiden last out at this distance, is working a four race progression, and has put in two good workouts. This splendid son of Malibu Moon should find himself with the leading horse pressing on. This guy is a ridgling that could be another big surprise.
10 CENT Superfecta
#2 Normandy Invasion / #8 Verrazano / #5 Vyjack, #6 Mr. Palmer / #5, #6, #10 Freedom Child.
Friday's Results
Keeneland R9. Transylvania Stakes--G3. Our first pick, Bambazonki, finished 6th. Our second pick, Fire Guard, finished 9th. Our third pick, Up With the Birds [ONT-C] finished 2nd for show money of $1.90.
Superfecta went 6-3-8-2.
Bankroll gets punked down to $18.35.
Aqueduct Race 11 {Wood Memorial~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year olds~Stakes}
A spectacular field of ten will line up in one of the premiere Kentucky Derby preps. There is sufficient speed to set up the trackers and closers with a fine closing drive. All but two of the horses in the field have been nominated to the Triple Crown. This should be one of the finest races so far this year.
#2 Normandy Invasion (Castellano / C. Brown) looks primed and ready to close down this highly talented field. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and has put in the best workout tab of four incredibly swift, peaking workouts. This son of Tapit is one of four that have gone this distance, securing the highest speed number of the group. The pressure is on him and his connections to make the KD 139 starting gate as he needs the points. Definitely the one to watch.
$1 WIN / $2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.
#8 Verrazano (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) appears ready to lead this field from start to finish. He holds the highest last out speed number, a triple digit score, and has put in two strong workouts. No worries here about Derby points. He has enough to secure a gate position. His magnificent pedigree makes him one of the great KD 139 hopefuls. This son of More Than Ready just has to be kept happy and healthy. This fine colt will be the speed of the race and all will have to catch him. Distance does not appear to be a problem given who his mom and dad are.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#5 Vyjack (Rosario / Rodriguez) is another with little worries about making the KD 139 field. This gelding holds the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three terrific workouts. He has won four in a row and has a versatile running style which should benefit him in this race. A son of Into Mischief, he holds the second highest speed number over the Aqueduct track. He has not yet tried this distance.
$1 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#6 Mr. Palmer (Alvarado / Mott) could be the big surprise with a couple of very decent last out speed numbers and three solid peaking workouts. This colt has already gone the distance scoring the second best speed number of the crew. A son of Pulpit, he has solid tracking/closing capability and should take advantage of a strong pace. Another big step forward is not out of the question particularly if another horse cannot go the distance; nudge, nudge, wink, wink.
#10 Freedom Child (Trujillo / Albertrani) is another who has gone this distance and acquitted himself admirably. He broke his maiden last out at this distance, is working a four race progression, and has put in two good workouts. This splendid son of Malibu Moon should find himself with the leading horse pressing on. This guy is a ridgling that could be another big surprise.
10 CENT Superfecta
#2 Normandy Invasion / #8 Verrazano / #5 Vyjack, #6 Mr. Palmer / #5, #6, #10 Freedom Child.
Friday's Results
Keeneland R9. Transylvania Stakes--G3. Our first pick, Bambazonki, finished 6th. Our second pick, Fire Guard, finished 9th. Our third pick, Up With the Birds [ONT-C] finished 2nd for show money of $1.90.
Superfecta went 6-3-8-2.
Bankroll gets punked down to $18.35.
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Friday, Turf, Keeneland; Life is Good
It doesn't get better than opening day at Keeneland. It is Friday. We have Turf. And there is magnificent Keeneland. Today we take a look at a graded stakes race on the Turf.
Keeneland Race 9 {Transylvania~G3~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year old~Stakes}
A fantastic group of eleven will go to the grass for this annual stakes race. The race comes up a little light on speed. However there are a few in here that could be forwardly placed and keep the pace moving. There are five Triple Crown nominees that add luster to this years highly competitive field.
#4 Bambazonki (Lezcano / Block) looks more than capable coming off a nice freshening. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four impressive peaking workouts. This lad has tremendous tactical speed to either lead or stay close to the front enabling him to launch a swift effort in the stretch.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#7 Fire Guard (Rosario / Mott) will challenge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four serious workouts. He too will be firing fresh off a short layoff. He holds speedy tracking ability which should suit him well in this Turf battle.
$1 SHOW.
#3 Up With the Birds [ONT-C] (Bridgmohan / Pierce) will come a running with a steady pace in front of him. He has the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three diligent workouts. This guy is coming off three wins in a row and will be stretching out from his last.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#6 Jack Milton (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) should be a contender in this stellar Turf field. He too will be coming off a freshening with the second highest last out speed number and three robust workouts. This guy should find himself mid-pack ready to strike going into the stretch.
10 CENT Superfecta
#4 Bambazonki, #7 Fire Guard / #4, #7 / #3 Up With the Birds [ONT-C], #6 Jack Milton / #3, #6.
Thursday's Results
Gulfstream Park R8. Allowance. Our first pick, Midnite Silver, won (1st) for win money of $2.80 and show money of $1.20. Our second pick, Tom Kitten, finished 2nd for show money of $1.10. Our third pick, Game Ball, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 8-2-9-4.
Bankroll gets a lift to $20.85.
Keeneland Race 9 {Transylvania~G3~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year old~Stakes}
A fantastic group of eleven will go to the grass for this annual stakes race. The race comes up a little light on speed. However there are a few in here that could be forwardly placed and keep the pace moving. There are five Triple Crown nominees that add luster to this years highly competitive field.
#4 Bambazonki (Lezcano / Block) looks more than capable coming off a nice freshening. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four impressive peaking workouts. This lad has tremendous tactical speed to either lead or stay close to the front enabling him to launch a swift effort in the stretch.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#7 Fire Guard (Rosario / Mott) will challenge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four serious workouts. He too will be firing fresh off a short layoff. He holds speedy tracking ability which should suit him well in this Turf battle.
$1 SHOW.
#3 Up With the Birds [ONT-C] (Bridgmohan / Pierce) will come a running with a steady pace in front of him. He has the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three diligent workouts. This guy is coming off three wins in a row and will be stretching out from his last.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#6 Jack Milton (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) should be a contender in this stellar Turf field. He too will be coming off a freshening with the second highest last out speed number and three robust workouts. This guy should find himself mid-pack ready to strike going into the stretch.
10 CENT Superfecta
#4 Bambazonki, #7 Fire Guard / #4, #7 / #3 Up With the Birds [ONT-C], #6 Jack Milton / #3, #6.
Thursday's Results
Gulfstream Park R8. Allowance. Our first pick, Midnite Silver, won (1st) for win money of $2.80 and show money of $1.20. Our second pick, Tom Kitten, finished 2nd for show money of $1.10. Our third pick, Game Ball, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 8-2-9-4.
Bankroll gets a lift to $20.85.
Saturday, April 7, 2012
Important Stakes Saturday
An important Stakes Saturday is on tap today with no less than four great Derby prep races on the docket. We will look at two of them as a number of horses will be aiming for additional graded stakes earnings to gain entry into the gate at KD 138.
Aqueduct Race 8 {Bayshore~G3~7 furlongs~3 year old~Stakes}
A very talented field of eight will go to the gate. Only one, Trinniberg, has the opportunity to grab enough earnings from this $250K race to earn entry into the Kentucky Derby 2012. But, he has to win. There are others here seeking to dash his derby dreams. Substantial speed in this race could set up nicely for the late running boys.
#6 Hardened Wildcat (Alvarado / C. Brown) should get the job done with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two stout workouts. He should take advantage of the swift pace and come a running in the stretch.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#8 How Do I Win (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) will share speed duties on the front end. He holds the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and one solid workout. This son of Corinthian already has a win over the "Big A" track.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#3 Copy My Swagger (Cohen / Jacobson) looks well prepped coming off a route with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and one peaking workout. He could be forwardly placed ready to strike into the turn.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#1 Trinniberg (Martinez / Parboo) has the speed to get the job done with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one superb workout. He has to contend with speed next door, speed in the center, and speed to the far outside. This could make for a wicked pace.
10 CENT Superfecta
#6 Hardened Wildcat, #8 How Do I Win / #6, #8 / #3 Copy My Swagger, #1 Trinniberg / #3, #1.
Hawthorne Race Course Race 9 {Illinois Derby~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
This years running of the IL Derby has a huge field of fourteen making the start and additional three that are also eligible. It is a perfectly balanced field of speedsters, pressers, trackers, and closers. It should be an exciting race.
Interestingly enough, only one in here has the potential of gaining more graded stakes earnings that could push his total into the top twenty. That contender is Currency Swap. The IL Derby has a purse of 500K, should he win he will be in. If this son of High Cotton only finishes second, he will be on the KD 138 bubble. All the other entrants in this race would have to win to have an opportunity to go to post in the 2012 Kentucky Derby. The pressure is on.
#5 Pretension (Santiago / Grove) looks superbly primed for this race with the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two exceptional, peaking workouts. It is incumbant upon trainers to boost the stamina of the horses prior to racing at Hawthorne with its long and challenging stretch. Trainer, Christopher Grove, has done that with this son of Bluegrass Cat. This colt should be forwardly placed ready for the stretch run.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#12 Morgan's Guerilla (Napravnik / Maker) will show speed and may take the lead. He has the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and two mighty, peaking workouts. This son of Ghostzapper will certainly avoid the traffic in this huge field.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#11 Our Entourage (Castro / Pletcher) appears primed for a big effort with the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four supreme, peaking workouts. He will challenge while being forwardly placed, ready to get first run on the leaders.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#4 Currency Swap (Bridgmohan / Pompay) will be in the hunt with the highest speed number over the surface. He will be stretching out for this one with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and three credible workouts. He will be in the thick of it with a pressing attack.
#2 Hakama (Pimental / Trombetta) will also be stretching out with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three excellent, peaking workouts. He is a threat holding nice tactical speed.
#8 Z Rockstar (Hamilton / Von Hemel) will certainly be one of the contenders with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two robust workouts. Another with tactical speed that could pull off a victory if well positioned.
#13 Done Talking (Russell / Smith) has gone this distance and appears ready to improve in his second race at the distance. A son of Broken Vow, he holds the highest speed number at the distance and has put in two speedy workouts. He has to be considered as a strong closer in a speed ladened field.
10 CENT Superfecta
#5 Pretension / #12 Morgan's Guerilla / #11 Our Entourage / #4 Currency Swap, #2 Hakama, #8 Z Rockstar, #13 Done Talking.
Friday's Results
Keeneland R9. Transylvania Stakes--G3. Our first pick, State of Play, finished 3rd for show money of $2.80. Our second pick, Silver Max, won (1st) for show money of $2.80.
Superfecta went 6-3-1-5.
Bankroll goes up a notch to $22.72.
Aqueduct Race 8 {Bayshore~G3~7 furlongs~3 year old~Stakes}
A very talented field of eight will go to the gate. Only one, Trinniberg, has the opportunity to grab enough earnings from this $250K race to earn entry into the Kentucky Derby 2012. But, he has to win. There are others here seeking to dash his derby dreams. Substantial speed in this race could set up nicely for the late running boys.
#6 Hardened Wildcat (Alvarado / C. Brown) should get the job done with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two stout workouts. He should take advantage of the swift pace and come a running in the stretch.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#8 How Do I Win (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) will share speed duties on the front end. He holds the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and one solid workout. This son of Corinthian already has a win over the "Big A" track.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#3 Copy My Swagger (Cohen / Jacobson) looks well prepped coming off a route with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and one peaking workout. He could be forwardly placed ready to strike into the turn.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#1 Trinniberg (Martinez / Parboo) has the speed to get the job done with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one superb workout. He has to contend with speed next door, speed in the center, and speed to the far outside. This could make for a wicked pace.
10 CENT Superfecta
#6 Hardened Wildcat, #8 How Do I Win / #6, #8 / #3 Copy My Swagger, #1 Trinniberg / #3, #1.
Hawthorne Race Course Race 9 {Illinois Derby~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
This years running of the IL Derby has a huge field of fourteen making the start and additional three that are also eligible. It is a perfectly balanced field of speedsters, pressers, trackers, and closers. It should be an exciting race.
Interestingly enough, only one in here has the potential of gaining more graded stakes earnings that could push his total into the top twenty. That contender is Currency Swap. The IL Derby has a purse of 500K, should he win he will be in. If this son of High Cotton only finishes second, he will be on the KD 138 bubble. All the other entrants in this race would have to win to have an opportunity to go to post in the 2012 Kentucky Derby. The pressure is on.
#5 Pretension (Santiago / Grove) looks superbly primed for this race with the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two exceptional, peaking workouts. It is incumbant upon trainers to boost the stamina of the horses prior to racing at Hawthorne with its long and challenging stretch. Trainer, Christopher Grove, has done that with this son of Bluegrass Cat. This colt should be forwardly placed ready for the stretch run.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#12 Morgan's Guerilla (Napravnik / Maker) will show speed and may take the lead. He has the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and two mighty, peaking workouts. This son of Ghostzapper will certainly avoid the traffic in this huge field.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.
#11 Our Entourage (Castro / Pletcher) appears primed for a big effort with the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four supreme, peaking workouts. He will challenge while being forwardly placed, ready to get first run on the leaders.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#4 Currency Swap (Bridgmohan / Pompay) will be in the hunt with the highest speed number over the surface. He will be stretching out for this one with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and three credible workouts. He will be in the thick of it with a pressing attack.
#2 Hakama (Pimental / Trombetta) will also be stretching out with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three excellent, peaking workouts. He is a threat holding nice tactical speed.
#8 Z Rockstar (Hamilton / Von Hemel) will certainly be one of the contenders with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two robust workouts. Another with tactical speed that could pull off a victory if well positioned.
#13 Done Talking (Russell / Smith) has gone this distance and appears ready to improve in his second race at the distance. A son of Broken Vow, he holds the highest speed number at the distance and has put in two speedy workouts. He has to be considered as a strong closer in a speed ladened field.
10 CENT Superfecta
#5 Pretension / #12 Morgan's Guerilla / #11 Our Entourage / #4 Currency Swap, #2 Hakama, #8 Z Rockstar, #13 Done Talking.
Friday's Results
Keeneland R9. Transylvania Stakes--G3. Our first pick, State of Play, finished 3rd for show money of $2.80. Our second pick, Silver Max, won (1st) for show money of $2.80.
Superfecta went 6-3-1-5.
Bankroll goes up a notch to $22.72.
Friday, April 6, 2012
Keeneland 2012 Opener
Keeneland opens its Spring meet on this fantastic Friday. We look at the venerable Transylvania Stakes.
Keeneland Race 9 {Transylvania~G3~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year old~Stakes}
A sensational field of seven are expected to make the start in this annual opening Turf Stakes race. An evenly balanced field of running styles should make this a very good race.
#1 State of Play (J. Velazquez / Motion) looks ready to take another stride forward with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two solid workouts. He has the tactical speed to take the victory.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Silver Max (Albarado / Romans) will challenge on the front end with the fourth highest last out speed number and one robust workout. If he can hold off the others, he could wire this field.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#3 Travel Advisory (Cruz / Gorder) could be the surprise with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two superb, peaking workouts. Should the pace become heated, this guy could close well.
#7 Icon Ike (Mena / L. Jones) will stretching out in distance with the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and one impressive workout. He could sit mid-pack ready to strike.
#5 Monastic (Leparoux / Proctor) has already gone this distance and appears likely to be in the mix in this race. He holds the third highest speed number at the distance and is 100 % in the money at both the distance and over the grass. Another that will take advantage of a fast pace.
10 CENT Superfecta
#1 State of Play / #6 Silver Max / #3 Travel Advisory / #7 Icon Ike, #5 Monastic.
Thursday's Results
Santa Anita R6. Our first pick, Mildly Offensive, won (1st) for show money of $2.40. Our second pick, American Lady, finished 2nd for show money of $2.40.
We hit the 10 CENT Superfecta for $4.40. Superfecta went 6-1-8-2.
Bankroll makes a jump to $21.32.
Keeneland Race 9 {Transylvania~G3~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year old~Stakes}
A sensational field of seven are expected to make the start in this annual opening Turf Stakes race. An evenly balanced field of running styles should make this a very good race.
#1 State of Play (J. Velazquez / Motion) looks ready to take another stride forward with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two solid workouts. He has the tactical speed to take the victory.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Silver Max (Albarado / Romans) will challenge on the front end with the fourth highest last out speed number and one robust workout. If he can hold off the others, he could wire this field.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#3 Travel Advisory (Cruz / Gorder) could be the surprise with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two superb, peaking workouts. Should the pace become heated, this guy could close well.
#7 Icon Ike (Mena / L. Jones) will stretching out in distance with the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and one impressive workout. He could sit mid-pack ready to strike.
#5 Monastic (Leparoux / Proctor) has already gone this distance and appears likely to be in the mix in this race. He holds the third highest speed number at the distance and is 100 % in the money at both the distance and over the grass. Another that will take advantage of a fast pace.
10 CENT Superfecta
#1 State of Play / #6 Silver Max / #3 Travel Advisory / #7 Icon Ike, #5 Monastic.
Thursday's Results
Santa Anita R6. Our first pick, Mildly Offensive, won (1st) for show money of $2.40. Our second pick, American Lady, finished 2nd for show money of $2.40.
We hit the 10 CENT Superfecta for $4.40. Superfecta went 6-1-8-2.
Bankroll makes a jump to $21.32.
Friday, April 8, 2011
Keeneland Opening Today
That great horse place, Keeneland, opens today. We will look at a Turf stakes race as the Spring racing seasons begins to bloom.
Keeneland Race 9 {Transylvania Stakes~G3~1 1/16 mile~Turf~3 year old~Stakes}
A quality field of ten will line up for this annual race. A majority are capable of pulling off the victory. There should be a fairly honest pace.
#7 Great Mills (Leparoux / Asmussen) seems to have a slight edge with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progressionm and four terrific, peaking workouts. Coming off three wins in a row over sprinting distances.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Adirondack Summer (A. Garcia / Clement) will challenge also with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two sturdy workouts. He will close fast.
$2 SHOW.
#3 Powhatan County (Castellano / Weaver) looks ready with the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two superb workouts. Expect him to be forwardly placed.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#2 Legendary King (Stephen / Dorochenko) will be making his second North American start after some fine racing in Poland. Could be an interesting long shot play with a 100% in the money record on the Turf.
#1 Stormy Rush (Lezcano / Attfield) could be a factor coming off a layoff. He likes the surface and has put in four top-notch workouts.
#8 Memen [IRE] (Desormeaux / Lloyd) appears to be well prepped for this race with a decent last out speed mark in his first North American race. He has posted three fast workouts and will close swiftly for a piece of the purse.
#4 Ronin Dax (Lenclud / Vance) will be in the hunt with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three strong workouts.
#10 Pluck (Gomez / Motion) should be in the mix quite capable of pulling off the victory with the highest (tie) speed number on the surface and one good workout.
10 CENT Superfecta
#7 Great Mills / #6 Adirondack Summer / #3 Powhatan County / #2 Legendary King, #1 Stormy Rush, #8 Memen [IRE], #4 Ronin Dax, #10 Pluck.
Thursday's Results
Gulfstream R8. Our first pick, Batter Up, won (1st) for win money of $2.50 and show money of $1.50. Our second pick, Aussi Austin, finished 6th. Our third pick, Issac Newton, finished 9th. Superfecta went 9-2-8-4.
Bankroll dips a bit to $8.50.
Keeneland Race 9 {Transylvania Stakes~G3~1 1/16 mile~Turf~3 year old~Stakes}
A quality field of ten will line up for this annual race. A majority are capable of pulling off the victory. There should be a fairly honest pace.
#7 Great Mills (Leparoux / Asmussen) seems to have a slight edge with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progressionm and four terrific, peaking workouts. Coming off three wins in a row over sprinting distances.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Adirondack Summer (A. Garcia / Clement) will challenge also with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two sturdy workouts. He will close fast.
$2 SHOW.
#3 Powhatan County (Castellano / Weaver) looks ready with the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two superb workouts. Expect him to be forwardly placed.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#2 Legendary King (Stephen / Dorochenko) will be making his second North American start after some fine racing in Poland. Could be an interesting long shot play with a 100% in the money record on the Turf.
#1 Stormy Rush (Lezcano / Attfield) could be a factor coming off a layoff. He likes the surface and has put in four top-notch workouts.
#8 Memen [IRE] (Desormeaux / Lloyd) appears to be well prepped for this race with a decent last out speed mark in his first North American race. He has posted three fast workouts and will close swiftly for a piece of the purse.
#4 Ronin Dax (Lenclud / Vance) will be in the hunt with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three strong workouts.
#10 Pluck (Gomez / Motion) should be in the mix quite capable of pulling off the victory with the highest (tie) speed number on the surface and one good workout.
10 CENT Superfecta
#7 Great Mills / #6 Adirondack Summer / #3 Powhatan County / #2 Legendary King, #1 Stormy Rush, #8 Memen [IRE], #4 Ronin Dax, #10 Pluck.
Thursday's Results
Gulfstream R8. Our first pick, Batter Up, won (1st) for win money of $2.50 and show money of $1.50. Our second pick, Aussi Austin, finished 6th. Our third pick, Issac Newton, finished 9th. Superfecta went 9-2-8-4.
Bankroll dips a bit to $8.50.
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