Stakes Saturday in the Fall at Santa Anita

 We settle on some downhill Turf action at the "Great Race Place".

Santa Anita Race 9 {John C. Harris~G3~6 1/2 Furlongs~Downhill TURF~3 year-old~Filly's~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of nine will run down the hill in this featured event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed to carry these gals down the hill in speedy fashion. Speed figs are fairly close making it a competitive race. Only three have run on the Santa Anita downhill course. Two will be cutting back in distance and two will be stretching out to the distance. All have good records over the Turf. It should be a fantastic race on a great day of racing in So Cal.

#4 Yours Sincerely [IRE] (Rispoli / D'Amato) comes to the race with the second highest last out speed number and three superb workouts. She should be part of the tracker pack. This gal has hit the board on the course. A daughter of Cable Bay [IRE], she is 60% in the money from ten starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#1 Mo' Em Down (JJ Hernandez / P. Miller) holds the third highest last out speed number and three power peaking workouts. She should track the pace closely. This gal has a win over the Santa Anita downhill course from two attempts. A daughter of Caracaro, she is 83% in the money from six starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Day to Day (P. Lopez / SA Joseph) comes in from Colonial Downs with a good last out speed number and two speedy bullet workouts. She is another that will track the pace closely. This filly will be cutting back from a route. A daughter of McKinzie, she is 63% in the money from eleven starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Run with Liberty (Frey / Mullins) will be cutting back from a route with a good last out speed number. She is another that will track the pace closely. A daughter of Originaire [IRE], she is 75% in the money from four starts.

#6 Surfin' U.S.A. (Kimura / Powell) has repeated her speed number in her last two races. It happens to be the fourth highest last out speed number. A daughter of Rock Your World, she is 33% in the money from nine starts.

#10 Little Opal (Jaramillo / O'Neill) is the morning line favorite as she seeks her third win in a row. She is the speed with the highest last out speed number. A daughter of Caravaggio, she has a 100%-win rate from two starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#4 Yours Sincerely [IRE]  ///  #1 Mo' Em Down,  #8 Day to Day,  #9 Run with Liberty,  #6 Surfin' U.S.A.,  #10 Little Opal.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#1,  #8,  #9,  #6,  #10  ///  #4 Yours Sincerely [IRE].

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

 

Superfecta Sunday at Santa Anita

 We take in a graded Turf stakes out at that "Great Race Place" near the San Gabriel Mountains.

Santa Anita Park {Las Cienegas Stakes~G3~6 1/2 Furlongs~downhill Turf~4 year-old up~Filiies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

A talented field of nine will trot up the hillside course and launch down it.

Pat Performances used:  Equibase.

#1 Queen Maxima (JJ Hernandez / Mullins) is the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number and three high octane peaking workouts. She excels over the Turf, at the distance, and over the downhill course. She has the tactical speed to adjust her run as the pace develops. She should emerge as the winner. A daughter of Bucchero, she is 75% in the money from twelve starts.

W/P/S--no value. We will shift to an exacta play as outlined below.

#6 Miss Lizzy (Jaramillo / O'Neill) holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number and three sharp peaking workouts. This gal should be part of the tracker pack as they drop onto the main Turf course. She is good on the Turf, at the distance, and over the course. A daughter of Classic Empire, she is 60% in the money from twenty-three starts.

#8 Nay V. Belle (Rispoli / Glatt) also has tactical speed to adjust to the pace. She shares the second highest last out speed number and has put in three solid peaking workouts. She relishes the Turf and distance, but it will be her first effort over the downhill course. A daughter of Midshipman, she is 53% in the money from fifteen starts.

#3 Princesa Moche [PER] (Demuro / O'Neill) has improved her speed figs in each of her last three races earning the fourth highest last out speed number at a route. She has put in four strong peaking workouts. This gal will be chasing her third win in a row. She should track the pace closely. A daughter of Muwaary [GB], she is 51% in the money from thirty-seven starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Omnipotent [BRZ] (Kimura / D'Amato)has repeated her last two speed figs as she stretches out to this distance. She should be in the tracker pack as they stampede downhill. Four superb peaking workouts add to her luster. This gal will attempt the downhill course for the first time. A daughter of Hat Trick [JPN], she is 58% in the money from twelve starts.

#2 Egyptian Mau [SAf] (M. Smith / Drysdale) should track and close into a significant pace. She posted a good last out speed number crossing the line first. Four superb peaking workouts increase her chances to hit the board. She fancies the Turf, distance, and downhill course. A daughter of Fire Away, she is 63% in the money from eleven starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#1 Queen Maxima  ///  #6,  #8,  #3,  #5,  #2.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#6,  #8,  #3,  #5,  #2  ///  #1 Queen Maxima.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Queen Maxima  +  #6 Miss Lizzy  +  #8 Nay V. Belle  +  #3 Princesa Moche [PER].

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#1 Queen Maxima  /  #6 Miss Lizzy,  #8 Nay V. Belle  /  #6,  #8,  #3 Princessa Moche [PER],  #5 Omnipotent [BRZ],  #2 Egyptian Mau [SAf]  /  ALL.

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

  

Superfecta Sunday at Santa Anita

 A we look toward the Breeder's Cup Championships later this week, we take in the last race of today's Santa Anita card.

Santa Anita Park Race 10 {6 1/2 furlongs~ downhill TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares Allowance Optional Claiming}

A good group of eleven will take flight on the Santa Anita hillside course to end the Fall meet.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This is a very fine race to cap off the card. It comes a little light on speed though there are a number of fowardly placed types to carry the pace. Speed figs are fairly close. Only four have covered the downhill course. Eight have competed at this distance. All but one have competed over a Turf surface. It should be a great race to handicap and wager.

#6 Royal Charter [GB] (Ayuso / Powell) drops in from a slightly more competitive race at Del Mar and cuts back from a mile distance. She should track the pace closely. This gal has raced downhill a couple of times hitting the board in one of them. She holds the second highest last out speed number and four strong workouts. A daughter of Expert Eye [GB], he is 37% in the money from sixteen starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 The Wild Grazer [IRE] (Berrios / Mullins) loves the TURF, distance, and downhill course holding the highest speed at both. She should be part of the tracker pack in the middle of the field. This gal holds a couple of solid workouts. A daughter of Gustav Klimt, he is 50% in the money from twelve starts.

#2 Tequilaandtherapy (Fresu / O'Neill) is another that drops in class and distance. She holds the highest last out speed number and four strengthening workouts. This lady should also track the pace closely. She hit the board in his only start on the downhill course. A daughter of Mrazek, he is 54% in the money from eleven starts.

#3 Yellow Sun Dress (JJ Hernandez / Glatt) is the morning line favorite as she tries the downhill course distance for the first time. This girl is yet another that will track the pace closely. She does love the Turf. A daughter of Karakontie [JPN], he is 75% in the money from eight starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Gypsy Woman [IRE] (Kimura / Yakteen) holds the highest last out speed number at a route and two sound peaking workouts. She should be forwardly placed. This gal has a nice speed fig progression as she tries this distance for the first time. A daughter of Cotal Glory [IRE], she is 53% in the money from thirteen starts.

#7 Skatingthroughlife (A Lezcano / Glatt) has doubled up her last two speed figs. Look for her to track the pace closely. This gal looks to improve with two sturdy workouts. A daughter of Race Day, holds a 25% win rate from four starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#6 Royal Charter [GB]  +  #9 The Wild Grazer [IRE]  +  #2 Tequilaandtherapy  +  #3 Yellow Sun Dress.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($6.40)

#6 Royal Charter [GB]  /  #9 The Wild Grazer [IRE],  #2 Tequilaandtherapy  /  #9,  #2,  #3 Yellow Sun Dress,  #4 Gypsy Woman [IRE],  #7 Skatingthroughlife  /  ALL.

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

 

  

Happy Super Bowl Sunday

 On this Superbowl Sunday, we look at a fine Stakes race at that "Great Race Place".

Santa Anita Park Race 7 {Sweet Life Stakes~downhill TURF~3 year-old~Fillies~Stakes}

A field of nine will saunter up to the start of the unique downhill course.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed to get this one rolling down the hill. Speed numbers are very close making it super competitive. None of the entrants have raced on the downhill course. Two have raced at this distance. Two will be stretching out and the rest will be cutting back in distance. All are well prepped for the race. It should be a fantastic race.

#3 Schilflied (Berrios / Gallagher) should track the pace closely and glide into the stretch. She comes in with the second highest last out speed number and two sound peaking workouts. This gal has won at this distance but will try the hillside course for the first time. She is one of seven cutting back in distance from her list. A daughter of Mendelssohn, she is 60% in the money from five starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  #5 SHOW.

#5 Casalu (Prat / Baffert) challenges with the highest last out speed number and two efficient works. She has the tactical speed to adapt to the pace. Another that will cut back in distance. A daughter of Caracaro, she is 72% in the money from seven starts.

#7 As Catch Can (Rispoli / Thomas) will be tracking the pace and sprint into the stretch. She comes in with the third highest last out speed number and three strong workouts. Like many in this race, she loves the Turf. A daughter of Mo Town, she is 66% in the money from six starts.

#9 Acquitted (JJ. Hernandez / Mandella) exits a grade three contest with four powerful peaking workouts. She should track the pace closely. A cut back from a mile race in her last helps her cause. A daughter of Into Mischief, she has a win rate of 25% from four starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 How About Pavel (Pereira / O'Neill) should show speed and battle on the front-end. She cuts back in distance with three hearty peaking workouts. This gal loves the Turf. A daughter of Pavel, she is 42% in the money from seven starts.

#4 Tequilaandtherapy (Maldonado / O'Neill) will track the pace closely and stride out into the stretch. She is another that is cutting back from the mile distance with two robust workouts. A daughter of Mrazek, she is 62% in the money from eight starts.

#10 Ce La Vi Charli (Dettori / Papaprodromou) is the lone tracker/closer in the race. She should pick up the pieces with any pace melt-down. Another that will cut back from a mile with four supreme workouts. A daughter of Classic Empire, she also has a win rate of 25% from four starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Schilflied  +  #5 Practical Dream  +  #7 As Catch Can  +  #9 Acquitted.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($6.00)

#3 Schilflied  /  #5 Practical Dream,  #7 As Catch Can  /  #5,  #7,  #9 Acquitted,  #2 How About Pavel,  #4 Tequilaandtherapy,  #10 Ce La Vi Charli  /  ALL.

May the vast majority of your Superbowl tickets cash and that you do will with your Superfecta Sunday plays!!!

Stakes Saturday under the California Sun

 We look in on Santa Anita and a fabulous California Crown card. Our focus will be on a fabulous graded downhill Turf sprint with a robust field.

Santa Anita Park Race 8 {Eddie D. Stakes~G2~6 1/2 furlongs~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A talented field of eleven will head up hill for the start of this annual contest.

Past Performances Used:  Equibase.

There is plentiful speed in this race to produce a sizzling pace. All are proficient over the Turf. Four will be making their first start on the unique downhill course. One millionaire joins the field. Speed figs are fairly close with a plethora of triple digit speed numbers posted. It should be one of the best races on the California Crown card.

#5 King of Gosford [GB] (Fresu / D'Amato) has won both of his efforts on the downhill Turf course. He holds a good last out speed number at a route and four very strong workouts. This guy should track the pace closely. A son of Zoustar [AUS], he is 54% in the money from eleven starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 Show.

#2 First Peace (M. Smith / Glatt) comes in with the second highest last out speed number at a route and two superb workouts. He absolutely loves the Turf and the downhill Turf course. This lad will also track the pace closely and sprout into the stretch. A son of Funtastic, he is 78% in the money from fourteen starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Airforce Red (JJ Hernandez / Powell) will show speed with the fourth highest last out speed number at a route and two diligent workouts. He is a downhill Turf course specialist. This ridgling will seek his second win in a row. A son of Air Force Blue, he is 45% in the money from twenty starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Johnny Podres (Rispoli / Barocio) is one of a very few that could benefit from a hot pace as he will track and close swiftly. He comes in with the highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. He loves the Turf and the downhill course. A son of Grazen, he is 62% in the money from forty starts.

#11 Big Invasion (Prat / Clement) is the morning line favorite as he ships in from Saratoga. He has a good last out speed number that earned him a win and one workout. This guy will track the front runners and scoot over the patch of dirt as he enters the Turf stretch. A millionaire son of Declaration of War, he is 75% in the money from twenty starts.

#10 Noble Reflection (M. Gutierrez / Papaprodromou) will join the speedster pace on the front-end. He excels at the distance and over the downhill course. This gelding shares the highest speed number on the downhill course. A son of Liam's Map, he is 41% in the money from seventeen starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#5 King of Gosford [GB]  ///  #2 First Peace,  #6 Air Force Red,  #1 Johnny Podres,  #11 Big Invasion,  #10 Noble Reflection.

Reverse the Wheel {$5.00)

#2,  #6,  #1,  #11,  #10  ///  #5 King of Gosford [GB].

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

  

Superfecta Sunday on the Turf at Santa Anita

 We look in on a superb graded stakes race over the Turf on this Superfecta Sunday.

Santa Anita Park Race 7 {Santa Ana Stakes~G3~1 1/4 mile~downhill TURF~4 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

A great group of nine talented ladies will hit the green in this annual event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This should be a stellar race on the day. There is enough speed to maintain an honest pace, though there will be a quickening heading into the stretch. Speed numbers are fairly close. Only three in the field have gone this distance and only four have experienced downhill action. This race will be the final race for the final table in this year's National Handicapping Championship at the Horseshoe in Las Vegas, Nevada. Good luck to those skilled players who make it to the final table.

#3 Australia Mia (Dettori / McCarthy) should go off as the deserved favorite. She comes off a longer Turf route where she earned the third highest last out speed number. Two excellent workouts add to her luster. She has hit the board three of four times, albeit in Chile. This gal should be forwardly placed. She loves the turf, distance and course. A daughter of Street Sense, she is 75% in the money from twenty career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3  PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#7 Buzz of New York [IRE] (Rispoli / D'Amato) will challenge with the highest last out speed number and a bullet workout. This gal will be stretching out to this distance as a lover of the Turf. She should track the pace closely and spring into the stretch. A daughter of Toronado [IRE], she is 64% in the money from seventeen career starts.

#9 Ballet Dancing (Prat / Callaghan) should continue improvement on the stretch-out. She is another that will track the pace closely. This filly shares the fourth highest last out speed number and has posted two sound workouts. A daughter of Medaglia d'Oro, she is 62% in the money from eight career starts.

#5 Duvet Day [IRE] (Kimura / McCarthy) is experienced at this distance and slightly longer. She holds the second highest last out speed number and two fine workouts. Look for her to track the pace. A daughter of Starspangledbanner [AUS], she is 53% in the money from thirteen career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Queen ofthe Temple (JJ Hernandez / Blocker) drops in distance with two solid works. Daughter of Temple City is 81% iitm from eleven starts. Tracker.

#1 Annaghlasa [IRE] (R. Vazquez / D'Amato) will show speed on the stretch-out. Good workout tab. Daughter of Estidhkaar [IRE], is 72% itm from seven starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Australia Mia  +  #7 Buzz of New York [IRE]  +  #9 Ballet Dancing  +  #5 Duvet Day [IRE].

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#3 Australia Mia  /  #7 Buzz of New York [IRE],  #9 Ballet Dancing  /  #7,  #9,  #5 Duvet Day [IRE],  #2 Queen ofthe Temple, #1 Annaghlasa [IRE]  /  ALL.

May all your tickets cash on this Superfecta Sunday!!!

Superfecta Sunday downhill Turf action

 On this Superfecta Sunday we look in on a downhill Turf stakes race amidst the San Gabriel mountains.

Santa Anita Park Race 7 {Baffle Stakes~6 1/2 Furlongs~downhill Turf~3 year-old~Stakes}

An intriguing field of ten, up and coming lads, will run downhill on the green in this stakes race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

A number of lightly raced horses including a first-time starter will swagger to the gate. Four Triple Crown Nominees are entered taking an unusual path to those high profile races. Speed figures are fairly close. There is a plethora of speed which should the pace frothy. Only one has raced on the Santa Anita downhill course. It will be a very good race.

#7 Malibu Coast (Prat / McCarthy) comes in off the second highest last out speed number in a mile stakes race on the Turf. He has put in two superb workouts in preparation. Look for him to track the pace and mount his attack in the stretch. A son of Malibu Moon, he is 75% in the money from four career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#1 First Peace (Smith / Glatt) comes out ot the same mile Turf race earning the highest last out speed number. Three sensational works adds to his cause. He will be part of the pace scenario with his speed/presser attack. A son of Funtastic, he is 80% in the money from five career starts.

#9 Mi Hermano Ramon (Berrios / Glatt) has cobbled two triple digit speed numbers in his first two starts which earned him wins. He is another tracker that will take advantage of a speedy pace. He has put in two strong workouts. A son of Creative Cause, he has a 100% win rate.

#8 Helladic (Dettori / Hanson) will show speed from the opening of the gate. He comes up in distance with two powerfully speed laden workouts. A son of Kantharos, he has hit the board in all three of his career starts (100% itm).

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Sharp Aza Tack (JJ Hernandez / O'Neill) comes in off a modest layoff with two quality works. A son of Sharp Azteca, he is 75% itm. Should race close to the pace.

#3 Johannes (Rispoli / Yakteen) should find himself close to the pace leaders. Holds third highest last out speed number and three stellar workouts. Son of Nyquist, is 50% itm from four starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#7 Malibu Coast  +  #1 First Peace  +  #9 Mi Hermano Ramon  +  #8 Helladic.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($5.60)

#7 Malibu Coast  /  #1 First Peace,  #9 Mi Hermano Ramon  /  #1,  #9,  #8 Helladic,  #6 Sharp Aza Tack,  #3 Johannes  /  ALL.

May all your tickets cash on this Superfecta Sunday!!!

A Downhill Superfecta Sunday

Om this Superfecta Sunday we take a look at the "lucky last" at the "Great Race Place".

Santa Anita Park Race 9 {6 1/2 Furlongs~downhill TURF~3 year-old Up~Allowance Optional Claiming}

This could be any horse's race as all have decent experience on Santa Anita's unique down hill Turf course. There is speed o plenty in this last race on the card. Speed numbers are also very close making it quite the competitive race. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket. It should be a terrific race to cap off another horse racing weekend.

#3 Brandonthebartender (Talamo / Dollase) should be in very strong position should the pace boil over. He holds the third highest (3-way tie) last out speed number and four superb peaking workouts. This lad also shares the second highest speed number over the downhill course. A son of Tribal Rule, he should track and close well. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#5 Eric the Trojan (Prat / Carava) will challenge from off the pace. He holds the second highest last out speed number and four hearty workouts. This guy appears in great form and leads this field with five wins. A son of More Than Ready, he close down this group in the final strides.

#7 Calexman (G. Franco / Cerin) could go off as the deserved favorite with a couple of very good last out speed numbers and three strengthening workouts. This son of Midshipman loves the Turf and the downhill Turf course. He has been in the money in all five starts over Turf.

#9 Afleet Ascent (Desormeaux / Hollendorfer) has the opportunity to wire this field with the highest last out speed number at a route distance and four supreme workouts. He loves the Turf and the Santa Anita course. A son of Northern Afleet, is comes out of a strong second place effort in a stakes event.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Brandonthebartender  +  #5 Eric The Trojan  +  #7 Calexman  +  #9 Afleet Ascent.




Last Superfecta Sunday (10/7) Results
Santa Anita Park R10. Swingtime Stakes.  We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort hitting three of the four required to cash. Superfecta went 10-4-1-8.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Tonahuta [IRE] finished 4th.
Bankroll slides to $108.01.

Superfecta Sunday at Splendid Santa Anita

We look in on the last race at "The Great Race Place" on this Superfecta Sunday.

Santa Anita Race 9 {6 1/2 furlongs~Downhill Turf~3 year-old Up~Optional Claiming}

A good field of ten will head down the hill in this optional claiming race. There is a plethora of speed which should guarantee a fast pace. Speed numbers are very close making it literally any horse's race.  Our task is to thread together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta ticket. It should be a fabulous race.

#10 Oiseau De Guerre (Gaffalione / McCarthy) might have the edge with the third highest speed number at the distance and a proven in the money record of 80% from five starts at same. This lad has put in three dynamite workouts in preparation and has the tactical speed to feel out the pace. A son of War Front, he loves the Santa Anita Turf. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$3 SHOW.

#5 Flip the Coin Jan (Figueroa / O'Neill) should challenge with the second highest last out speed number at a route and one solid workout. This guy should be forwardly placed. He has already notched a win at this distance all the while holding the fourth highest speed number at same. A son of Trappe Shot, he has the most wins, three, of this group.

#7 Placido (Prat / Callaghan) is another with a win on the downhill Turf course. He holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number and has put in four superb peaking workouts. A son of Shackleford, he should be tracking the pace closely ready to strike.

#3 Diversionist (Talamo / Cassidy) will be making the transition from dirt to Turf for his second career start. He holds the highest last out speed number and has put in two vigorous workouts. A son of Golden Balls [IRE], he should relish the downhill Turf course.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#10 Osieau De Guerre  +  #5 Flip the Coin Jan  +  #7 Placido  +  #3 Diversionist.



Last Week's (9/23) Superfecta Sunday Results
Emerald Downs R7.  Getaway Day Stakes.  We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort capturing three of the four spots needed to cash.  Superfecta went 4-8-1-2.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Yulong Warrior, won (1st) for show money of $5.20.
Bankroll picks up four dimes to settle at 122.01.

A Rich Stakes Saturday

Looking forward to the great races at Gulfstream Park on this very rich Stakes Saturday. We examine the big race of the day.

Gulfstream Park Race 12 {Pegasus World Cup Invitational~G1~1 1/8 mile~4 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A rich and fabulous field of twelve will line up in the second running of the world's richest horse race. There are eight millionaires in this field making it a star-studded cast. There is speed-o-plenty to get a fierce pace on. Speed numbers are reflective of the quality of the runners. This will be the most anticipated race of the day.

#10 Gun Runner (Geroux / Asmussen) is the horse of the year (2017) and will go off as the deserved favorite. He holds the highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and four super strong peaking workouts. He will be going for his fifth win in a row with the highest speed number at the distance and a 85% in the money record at it. A son of Candy Ride [ARG], he will be forwardly placed ready to strike. A very small win bet is warranted as the odds will be very short.

$1 WIN.

#11 Seeking the Soul (J. Velazquez / D. Stewart) should make another improvement with a couple of excellent last out speed numbers (winning both), a four race progression, and four superb peaking workouts. This guy could be sitting on a big performance, especially if the speed hits the boiling point. A son of Perfect Soul [IRE], he is 100% in the money at this distance from five starts.

$3 SHOW.

#2 West Coast (Castellano / Baffert) should pose a significant challenge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and four sensational peaking workouts. He holds the second highest speed number at the distance and has two victories in only two tries. A millionaire son of Flatter, he has the tactical speed to stay the course.

$2 SHOW.

#9 Toast of New York (Detorri / Osborne) comes over from across the pond. His connections would not send him if they didn't feel he was ready, willing and able to compete. He last ran in Great Britain after an extended layoff. This guy will be cutting back in distance from his last and has gotten a peaking workout over the Gulfstream track. A son of Thewayouare, he should be tracking the pace strategically and uncork in the stretch.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Collected (Smith / Baffert) should contend with the fourth highest speed number at the distance all the while scoring two wins in two tries at it. He has put in four exceptional peaking workouts in preparation for this big race. A son of City Zip, this millionaire holds an 84% in the money record from thirteen career starts.

#6 Gunnevera (L. Saez  / Sano) will be in the mix as the hometown favorite. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four hearty workouts. Cutting back in distance and exhibiting tremendous closing capability he poses a serious threat should the pace over heat. A son of Dialed In, this millionaire has already hit the board at this distance in his only effort at it.

10 CENT Superfecta

#10 Gun Runner  /  #11 Seeking the Soul, #2 West Coast  /  #9 Toast of New York, #5 Collected, #6 Gunnevera  /  ALL.

$1 Pentafecta (Super Hi-Five)

#10 Gun Runner  /  #11 Seeking the Soul  /  #2 West Coast  /  #9 Toast of New York  /  #5 Collected, #6 Gunnevera.

Furlong Friday Results

Santa Anita Park R7.  Optional Claiming. Our pick, Incensed, won (1st) for win money of $4.60 and show money of $3.30.

Superfecta went 8-9-1-5.

Bankroll gains a buck and change to settle at $51.68.

A Little Downhill Furlong Friday

Thank goodness it's Furlong Friday. Today we look in on a swell downhill Turf race.

Santa Anita Park Race 7 {6 1/2 Furlongs~Downhill TURF~4 year-old Up~Optional Claiming}

A reduced field of eight will strut up the hill for this Turf race. There is plentiful speed. Speed numbers are fairly close giving the race a competitive feel to it. It should be a very fast race with each of these guys battling in the stretch.

#8 Incensed (Prat / Miller) looks like he might have the edge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two sturdy workouts. He has the tactical speed to outlast any speed fight on the front end. This guy enjoys the highest speed number of the group over the Turf, at the distance, and over the Santa Anita course.

$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 What'sontheagenda (Periera / O'Neill) will challenge coming off an extended layoff with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, working a three race progression, and putting in three high quality peaking workouts. This lad is 100% in the money at the distance and in his career five starts. Should be on the front end with staying power.

#9 Mesut (Roman / Gaines) just cleared his maiden hurdle in his third start securing the third highest last out speed number. He has improved in every start and has put in two dynamic workouts. With a sure fire speed battle, he will be closing earnestly.

#1 El Tovar (Bejarano / Baltas) should contend with the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two efficient workouts. This guy has the most experience on the unique downhill course posting the second highest speed number. He should be another that benefits from a speedy race.

10 CENT Superfecta 

#8 Incensed  /  #6 What'sontheagenda  /  #9 Mesut, #1 El Tovar  /  ALL.

Last Superfecta Sunday (1/21) Results

Gulfstream Park R10.  Allowance Optional Claiming.  We hit on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket for a modest payout of $27.91.  Superfecta went 5-2-7-9.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Quant, finished 4th.

Bankroll gets a bump to $49.78.

Stakes Saturday Rebel Yell

On this Stakes Saturday we take a look at another Kentucky Derby prep race down in Arkansas.

Oaklawn Park Race 10 {Rebel~G2~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A great crop of eleven will go to this gate in this annual event. there is a whole bunch of speed in this one making a swift pace inevitable. Speed numbers are fairly close creating a highly competitive race. All in this one are nominated to the Triple Crown. Off the pace runners might have the edge. It should be another superb race down in Hot Springs.

#11 Lookin At Lee (Santana / Asmussen) might have the edge with the speedsters all battling on the front end. He has raced well in his last two working a seven race progression and has put in two solid peaking workouts. A son of Lookin At Lucky, he relishes the distance and the track.

$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 American Anthem (Smith / Baffert) should go off as the deserved favorite with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three sensational workouts. This guy will need to sit right off the speed to strike in the stretch. A son of Bodemeister, he comes in from California rested and ready.

$2 SHOW.

#4 Petrov (J. Ortiz / Moquett) should challenge with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two hearty peaking workouts. He loves the Oaklawn Park track and distance. This son of Flatter, is 100% in the money from four career starts. Look for him to track close to the pace.

$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#6 Malagacy (Castellano / Pletcher) will be stretching out from a sprint in his last where he scored the second highest last out speed number. This lad is shooting for his third win in a row and has put in three terrific workouts heading into this race. A son of Shakleford he should be part of the speed up front.

10 CENT Superfecta

#11 Lookin At Lee  /  #7 American Anthem  /  #4 Petrov  /  #6 Malagacy.

Furlong Friday Results

Santa Anita Park R5.  Allowance. Our pick, Incensed, finished 4th.

Superfecta went 5-1-4-8.

Bankroll continues to falter dipping to $74.87.

Furlong Friday Downhill

On this Furlong Friday we take a look at a nice downhill Turf race at the "Great Race Place".

Santa Anita Park Race 5 {6 1/2 Furlongs~Downhill TURF~4 year-old Up~Allowance}

A good field of eight will go to the hillside course in this Allowance feature. There is sufficient speed to make a speedy race of it. Speed numbers are fairly close making for a competitive event. It should be a sweet race on this St. Patty's day.

#8 Incensed (N. Arroyo / Miller) could make a nice go of it with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and three robust workouts. This lad holds the best in the money record, at 72%, of this field. He has the tactical speed to adjust to the pace.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Individualist (Bejarano / Mulhall) should challenge with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and two strong workouts. This guy should be forwardly placed ready to roll.

#5 Tribal Fighter (Nakatani / Baltas) could be the favorite with the highest speed number on the downhill course coupled with a strong in the money record of 66%. He has put in three superb peaking workouts. This lad should be forwardly placed seeking a seam.

#7 Lauren's Ladd (T. Baze / Ellis) should contend with the third highest last out speed number and three good peaking workouts. He should be tracking the pace ready to launch into the stretch. He is another with a 66% in the money record on the downhill course.

10 CENT Superfecta

#8 Incensed  /  #6 Individualist  /  #5 Tribal Fighter  /  #7 Lauren's Ladd.

Last Superfecta Sunday (3/12) Results

Aqueduct R8.  Stymie Stakes.  We only captured two of the four required for victory in our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort. Superfecta went 1-4-5-6.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Diversify, finished 7th.

Bankroll takes a dive to $76.97.

Furlong Friday in the Santa Anita Sun

Thank goodness it is Furlong Friday. We venture downhill for a sweet Turf Stakes race.

Santa Anita Park Race 5 {Wishing Well Stakes~6 1/2 Furlongs~Downhill TURF~4 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}

A talented field of seven will race downhill in this annual Stakes race. There is enough speed to maintain a rapid pace. Speed numbers are fairly close for most in this one. It should be a barn burner of a race.

#4 Miss Double d'Oro (Gonzalez / Drysdale) might benefit from the swift pace with her tracking and closing running style. She holds the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three stamina producing workouts. This gal has a surperb chance of passing the field in the stretch.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Prize Exhibit [GB] (Smith / Cassidy) is coming off a brief freshening and looks to make another nice move forward. She holds the third highest last out speed number at a route and two hearty workouts. She is another that will track and go into a frothy pace.

#3 Illuminant (Prat / McCarthy) is the class of the field coming off an extended layoff. She may need a race, but she does hold the highest last out speed number, prior to the layoff. This gal was working a four race progression and has put in three tremendous workouts in anticipation for this event.

#2 Kera Kera (S. Stevens / Stevens) is coming over from Turf Paradise to test the Santa Anita Turf. She has a couple of good last out speed numbers where she had in the money performances. This lady holds an eight race progression and has put in a solid workout in preparation.

10 CENT Superfecta

#4 Miss Double d'Oro  /  #5 Prize Exhibit [GB]  /  #3 Illuminant  /  #2 Kera Kera.

Thursday Results

Turfway Park R8.  Allowance.  Our pick, Love the Power [FR] finished 6th.

Superfecta went 6-8-7-5.

Bankroll gets blistered, dropping to $78.77.

Furlong Friday on the Poly

We take in a nice sprint over the Polytrack at one of the greatest tracks in the world.

Arlington International Race 7 {6 furlongs~3 year-old Up~Allowance}

A large field of twelve will take to the poly in this feature race. There is an abundance of speed which should make for a frothy pace. Speed numbers are fairly close which should insure a very competitive race. It should be one of the exciting races on today's schedule.

#10 Top Mention (Murrill / Stidham) will be making his second career start and has the potential for an upset. He holds the third highest last out speed number and has put in three superb workouts. This lad won at first asking down at Fair Grounds and comes up here fresh with one of his works over the Arlington polytrack.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Dom the Bomb (Baird / Rivelli) should be the post-time favorite with the highest last out speed number (a triple digit), a four race progression, and two hearty workouts.This colt loves the track, surface, and distance. He should be forwardly placed ready to strike in the stretch. Certainly the one to beat.

#3 Do Not Enter (Vigil / Domenosky) looks to make his third win in a row after a brief freshening. He holds a couple of good last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and four serious workouts. This lad is 100% in the money from four starts. He should be forwardly placed seeking move forward through the stretch.

#6 Value Voucher (Roman / Dobbs) could be in the mix with a couple of good last out speed numbers and four excellent workouts. He comes in with the fourth highest speed number over the Arlington poly. This guy has the tactical speed to stay the course with whatever pace develops.

10 CENT Superfecta

#10 Top Mention  /  #9 Dom the Bomb  /  #3 Do Not Enter  /  #6 Value Voucher.



Thursday's Results
Santa Anita R5.  Optional Claiming.  Our pick, No Silent, finished 3rd for show money of $4.20.
Superfecta went 5-6-2-4.
Bankroll loses nine dimes dipping to $25.76.

Downhill Turf to Start our Horse Racing Weekend

We look to the San Gabriel Mountains to start our horse racing weekend.

Santa Anita Park Race 5 {6 1/2 furlongs~downhill TURF~3 year-old Up~Optional Claiming}

A solid group of eight will sprint down the Santa Anita Turf hill course. The race comes up a little light on speed, but there are a few in here that could be forwardly placed to drive the pace. Speed numbers are fairly close. A good number in here are exited graded stakes races. It should be a highly competitive event.

#2 No Silent (Bejarano / Mandella) might have the edge with the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four robust workouts. He should be tooling close to the pace ready to strike going into the stretch. He holds impressive in the money records overall, on the Turf, at the distance, and over the Santa Anita course.
$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Cape Wolfe [GB] (Smith / D'Amato) will challenge with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four strong peaking workouts. This guy holds the highest speed number at the distance as well as being 100% in the money  at same. He should be tracking the pace.

#5 Hunt [IRE] (Prat / D'Amato) should contend with the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four hearty peaking workouts. He holds the highest overall in the money record of the group at 71%. He should track and close nicely.

#8 Spirit Rules (Puglisi / Aguirre) will certainly be in the mix as the probable pace setter. He holds the third highest speed number at the distance, has a couple of very good last out speed numbers and four dynamite peaking workouts.

10 CENT Superfecta

#2 No Silent  /  #4 Cape Wolfe [GB]  /  #5 Hunt [IRE]  /  #8 Spirit Rules.




Last Superfecta Sunday (5/8) Results
Belmont Park R7.  Allowance.  We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket capturing three of the four wagering interests required. Superfecta went 2-7-4-6.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Nigel's Destiny, finished 2nd for show money of $8.80.
Bankroll gets a nice pop to $26.66.

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.

Superfecta Sunday on Sunny Dirt

Off we go on a tremendous Superfecta Sunday to the sunny Florida dirt.

Gulfstream Park Race 11 {1 1/16 mile~3 year-old~Allowance Optional Claiming}

A talented group of eight will go to the gate in this late afternoon feature. There are six Triple Crown nominees among the crew. Plenty of speed is present to maintain an honest pace. The speed figs are all very close which should make a highly competitive event. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#6 Kelly Tough (P. Lopez / Plesa) might have the edge with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two powerful peaking workouts. This lad will be making his third career start after landing in the money in his two previous. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$1 SHOW.

#8 Azar (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) will pose a mighty challenge with the highest last out speed number coming in a stakes race. He is mounting a two race progression and has put in two hearty workouts. His six career starts have all come on the turf. He should use his tactical speed to his advantage.

#5 Avast Matey (Lanerie / Nicks) should contend with a couple of good last out speed numbers, a three race progression, and four serious peaking workouts. This guy is 100% in the money over the Gulfstream track from three starts. He should be tracking the pace closely as he stretches out to this distance.

#4 Dissident (Castellano / Pletcher) is another that will transferring from Turf to dirt. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two sound workouts. This lad could find himself mid-pack ready to move into the turn.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#6 Kelly Tough  +  #8 Azar  +  #5 Avast Matey  +  #4 Dissident.



Stakes Saturday Results
Santa Anita Park R6.  Sensational Star.  Our first pick, Forest Chatter, finished 3rd for show money of $4.50.  Our second pick, Boozer, won (1st) for show money of $4.20. 
Superfecta went 10-8-7-6.
Bankroll gets a small leg up to $9.41.

Stakes Saturday in California

A great Stakes Saturday with numerous Stakes races across the country. Today we peer into sunny Southern California for a superb downhill Turf contest.

Santa Anita Park {Sensational Star~6 1/2 furlongs~downhill TURF~4 year-old Up~CA~Stakes}

A sharp group of eleven will cruise down the hill in this excellent stakes race. There is plenty of speed to guarantee a fast pace. Speed numbers are very close making for an ultra competitive event. It should be a spectacular race.

#7 Forest Chatter (Smith / Mandella) appears to be ready to tackle this field with a couple of good last out speed numbers, and five supreme peaking workouts. He holds the highest speed figure at this distance winning all five of his races at same. This son of Dixie Chatter should be tracking the pace very closely.
$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#10 Boozer (Stevens / Glatt) should challenge with the second highest last out speed number at a route, a three race progression, and two hearty workouts. This lad is 100% in the money at this distance from seven starts. A son of Unusual Heat, he should be forwardly placed ready to roll into the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Alert Bay (M. Garcia / Wright) will contend with the highest last out speed number at a route. a two race progression, and one heated bullet workout. This guy should track the pace ready to swoop into the stretch. He is a millionaire son of City Zip.

#5 Lucky J. Lane (Gonzalez / Baltas) should be in the mix with a couple of good last out speed numbers and two robust peaking workouts. He will be trying the downhill course for the first time, but relishes the grass. A son of Lucky J.H., he is another that will track the pace.

10 CENT Superfecta

#7 Forest Chatter  /  #10 Boozer  /  #9 Alert Bay  /  #5 Lucky J. Lane.



Furlong Friday Results
Santa Anita R7.  Allowance. Our pick, Hawkedon, won (1st) for show money of $2.60.
Superfecta went 1-9-8-3.
Bankroll gains a half buck to settle at $7.81.

 

Late Start to our Horse Racing Weekend

Furlong Friday opens our horse racing weekend as we take a look at a downhill Turf race in Arcadia, California.

Santa Anita Race 7 {6 1/2 furlongs~downhill TURF~4 year-old Up~Allowance}

A solid field of ten will launch down the Santa Anita hillside Turf course. There is a smattering of speed to keep things interesting. Speed numbers are all fairly close giving a certain competitiveness to the race. It should be on of the more exciting races of the day.

#1 Hawkedon (Bejarano /Puype) may have an edge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two robust workouts. This guy also has an impressive 62% in the money record coming down the hill. He should track the pace and strike going into the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Zuri Chop [FR] (Desormeaux / Sadler) should provide a mighty challenge with a couple of good last out speed numbers, a three race progression, and four solid peaking workouts. This lad should be forwardly placed seeking to get first jump on the leaders heading into the stretch.

#10 Hot Market (Prat / Mathias) is coming off an extended layoff and has worked very well landing four superb peaking workouts. Prior to his vacation, he was working a six race progression and was in solid form. This lad is 100% in the money from six career starts.

#6 Incline Village (Gonzalez / Koriner) should contend with a couple of quality last out speed numbers and two hearty workouts. This guy is the speed of the field and could provide a wire job. He loves this downhill Turf course hitting the board 63% of the time.

10 CENT Superfecta

#1 Hawkedon  /  #4 Zuri Chop [FR}  /  #10 Hot Market  /  #6 Incline Village.




Last Superfecta Sunday (2/21) Results
Aqueduct R8.  The Haynesfield Stakes.  We flubbed our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort landing only two of the four wagering interests for the win. Superfecta went 9-8-7-4.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Fox Rules, finished 5th.
Bankroll drops to $7.31.