This Stakes Saturday has three quality Kentucky Derby preps. We will examine the one in Florida.
Tampa Bay Downs Race 11 {Lambholm South TAMPA BAY DERBY~G2~1 1/16 mile~3 year-olds~Graded Stakes}
A terrific field of eleven will go to the gate with Derby points on the line. The winner could find himself with a gate in KD 145. There is enough speed to keep the pace churning. Speed numbers are fairly close giving the race a nice competitive feel. It should be the most exciting race of the day.
#7 Win Win Win (I. Ortiz / Trombetta) could pull this one off with the highest last out speed number and four smoking, peaking workouts. This guy will be stretching out for the distance having secured a victory in his last over this track. A son of Hat Trick [JPN], he should track the pace closely and kick it into the strectch.
$1 WIN / $2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.
#5 Well Defined (Morales / O'Connell) should challenge with the second highest last out speed number at this distance and one quality workout. He also has a win over this track. This lad should show speed from the outset. A son of With Distinction, he continues to show improvement with each race.
$1 PLACE / $2 SHOW.
#6 Outshine (Rosario / Pletcher) should contend with a good speed number from a winning effort last out. He has put in two hearty workouts readying for this race. This guy will be stretching out and tackling the Tampa Bay track for the first time. A son of Malibu Moon, he should be part of the tracking crew positioning for the stretch run.
$1 SHOW.
#2 Sir Winston (Leparoux / M. Casse) should be in the mix with the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route and three power peaking workouts. This lad is 100% in the money at this distance from three starts. A son of Awesome Again, he should be tracking close to the pace for a chance at first run on the leaders.
10 CENT Superfecta
#7 Win Win Win / #5 Well Defined / #6 Outshine / #2 Sir Winston, ALL.
Last Superfecta Sunday (3/3) Results
Oaklawn Park R1. Maiden Claiming. We choked on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort, hitting only one of the four needed for victory. Superfecta went 8-5-6-2.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Bring the Dough, was disqualified from first to last thereby earning us no dinero.
Bankroll sputters to $50.02.
Saturday, March 9, 2019
Sunday, March 3, 2019
An Early One for Superfecta Sunday
Today we take in the first down in Arkansas for our Superfecta Sunday.
Oaklawn Park R1 {1 1/16 mile~3 year-olds~Maiden Claiming}
A great group of eight will enter the gate in this first on the card Maiden race. The race lacks any speed and several in here drop in class in an attempt to break their maiden. speed numbers are fairly close. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.
#7 Bring the Dough (Santana / Asmussen) could go off as the favorite as he makes a significant drop in class. He holds the highest last out speed number and has put in two sprinty peaking workouts. A son of Bernardini, this will be his sixth attempt to hit the board. Nonetheless he is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Fake Solution (Cohen / Hiles) will challenge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number. This lad has already hit the board at Oaklawn earning the second highest speed number at the distance. A son of Real Solution, he will be tracking like so many others in this race.
#3 Dreamin N Schemin (J. Felix / Van Berg) should contend as he stretches out to this distance after hitting the board last out over the track. He holds the second highest last out speed number and two efficient workouts. A son of To Honor and Serve, he will be making his third career start.
#1 Moose Got Even (Morales / Shorter) is a first time starter with a decent chance against this crew. An Illinois Bred son of Stephen Got Even, he could potentially be sent in a race without any forwardly placed types. This guy has put in two solid workouts in preparation.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#7 Bring the Dough + #6 Fake Solution + #3 Dreamin N Schemin + #1 Moose Got Even.
Stakes Saturday Results
Gulfstream Park R13. Fountain of Youth--G2. Our first pick, Vekoma, finished 3rd for show money of $4.40. Our second pick, Bourbon War, finished 2nd for place money of $2.50 and show money of $3.20. Our third pick, Signalman, finished off the board.
Superfecta went 1-4-5-7.
Bankroll dribbles to $54.42.
Oaklawn Park R1 {1 1/16 mile~3 year-olds~Maiden Claiming}
A great group of eight will enter the gate in this first on the card Maiden race. The race lacks any speed and several in here drop in class in an attempt to break their maiden. speed numbers are fairly close. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.
#7 Bring the Dough (Santana / Asmussen) could go off as the favorite as he makes a significant drop in class. He holds the highest last out speed number and has put in two sprinty peaking workouts. A son of Bernardini, this will be his sixth attempt to hit the board. Nonetheless he is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.
#6 Fake Solution (Cohen / Hiles) will challenge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number. This lad has already hit the board at Oaklawn earning the second highest speed number at the distance. A son of Real Solution, he will be tracking like so many others in this race.
#3 Dreamin N Schemin (J. Felix / Van Berg) should contend as he stretches out to this distance after hitting the board last out over the track. He holds the second highest last out speed number and two efficient workouts. A son of To Honor and Serve, he will be making his third career start.
#1 Moose Got Even (Morales / Shorter) is a first time starter with a decent chance against this crew. An Illinois Bred son of Stephen Got Even, he could potentially be sent in a race without any forwardly placed types. This guy has put in two solid workouts in preparation.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#7 Bring the Dough + #6 Fake Solution + #3 Dreamin N Schemin + #1 Moose Got Even.
Stakes Saturday Results
Gulfstream Park R13. Fountain of Youth--G2. Our first pick, Vekoma, finished 3rd for show money of $4.40. Our second pick, Bourbon War, finished 2nd for place money of $2.50 and show money of $3.20. Our third pick, Signalman, finished off the board.
Superfecta went 1-4-5-7.
Bankroll dribbles to $54.42.
Saturday, March 2, 2019
Another Derby Prep in South Florida
On this Stakes Saturday we take in the exceptional FOY Stakes down in South Florida.
Gulfstream Park Race 13 {Fountain of Youth~G2~1 1/16 mile~Graded Stakes}
A high quality field of eleven KD 145 aspirants will saunter over to the gate in this annual contest. There is enough speed to maintain a seething pace. Speed numbers for all of these lads are very close. It should be a very competitive event. The Gulfstream Park card is filled with great races and this one is no exception.
#5 Vekoma (Franco / Weaver) comes down from the NYRA circuit ready to make hay. He will be seeking his third win in a row after a modest layoff. This guy holds the second highest last out speed number and three superlative workouts. A son of Candy Ride [ARG], he should be close to the pace ready to strike heading into the stretch.
$1 WIN / $2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.
#4 Bourbon War (I. Ortiz / Hennig) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number and four hearty peaking workouts. He has two victories from three career starts including a win over the Gulfstream track. A son of Tapit, he should be tracking the speedy pace expected to develop.
$1 PLACE / $2 SHOW.
#6 Signalman (B. Hernandez / McPeek) should contend with three good last out speed numbers and four strong workouts. He is 100% in the money from five career starts. This lad will be coming in from Kentucky fresh from a modest layoff. A son of General Quarters, he is another that should track a beneficial pace.
$1 SHOW.
#7 Hidden Scroll (Rosario / Mott) will be taking a shot in his second career start after blowing the field in his maiden run. He holds the highest last out speed number, albeit over the slop at Gulfstream. This talented colt has put in three superb workouts in preparation. A son of Hard Spun he should show speed from the gate.
10 CENT Superfecta
#5 Vekoma / #4 Bourbon War / #6 Signalman, #7 Hidden Scroll / ALL.
Last Superfecta Sunday (2/24/19)
Sunland Park R9. Mine That Bird Derby. We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort hitting three of four wagering interests. Superfecta went 5-8-3-4.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Wicked Indeed, finished 2nd for show money of $2.10.
Bankroll dips to $56.01.
Gulfstream Park Race 13 {Fountain of Youth~G2~1 1/16 mile~Graded Stakes}
A high quality field of eleven KD 145 aspirants will saunter over to the gate in this annual contest. There is enough speed to maintain a seething pace. Speed numbers for all of these lads are very close. It should be a very competitive event. The Gulfstream Park card is filled with great races and this one is no exception.
#5 Vekoma (Franco / Weaver) comes down from the NYRA circuit ready to make hay. He will be seeking his third win in a row after a modest layoff. This guy holds the second highest last out speed number and three superlative workouts. A son of Candy Ride [ARG], he should be close to the pace ready to strike heading into the stretch.
$1 WIN / $2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.
#4 Bourbon War (I. Ortiz / Hennig) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number and four hearty peaking workouts. He has two victories from three career starts including a win over the Gulfstream track. A son of Tapit, he should be tracking the speedy pace expected to develop.
$1 PLACE / $2 SHOW.
#6 Signalman (B. Hernandez / McPeek) should contend with three good last out speed numbers and four strong workouts. He is 100% in the money from five career starts. This lad will be coming in from Kentucky fresh from a modest layoff. A son of General Quarters, he is another that should track a beneficial pace.
$1 SHOW.
#7 Hidden Scroll (Rosario / Mott) will be taking a shot in his second career start after blowing the field in his maiden run. He holds the highest last out speed number, albeit over the slop at Gulfstream. This talented colt has put in three superb workouts in preparation. A son of Hard Spun he should show speed from the gate.
10 CENT Superfecta
#5 Vekoma / #4 Bourbon War / #6 Signalman, #7 Hidden Scroll / ALL.
Last Superfecta Sunday (2/24/19)
Sunland Park R9. Mine That Bird Derby. We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort hitting three of four wagering interests. Superfecta went 5-8-3-4.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Wicked Indeed, finished 2nd for show money of $2.10.
Bankroll dips to $56.01.
Sunday, February 24, 2019
Superfecta Sunday in the Great Southwest
On this Superfecta Sunday we take a look at a fine Stakes race in New Mexico.
Sunland Park Race 9 {Mine That Bird Derby~1 1/16 mile~3 year-olds~Stakes}
A good field of nine will shuffle away from the gates in this annual race named after 2009 Kentucky Derby winner, Mine That Bird. There is speed, which should produce a fast pace. Speed numbers are fairly close with a couple high and low outliers. Our task is to cobble together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket. It should be a splendid race under the shadow of a setting New Mexico sun.
#8 Wicked Indeed (Contreras / Asmussen) should be the favorite exiting the Grade three Le Compt at Fair Grounds. He holds the highest last out speed number and has put in four dynamic peaking workouts. This Triple Crown nominee is one of only two that have gone this distance. A son of Tapit, he is 66% in the money from three starts. Our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.
#5 Hustle Up (Laviolette / Fincher) may well be the speed of the speed. He has already notched seven wins from nine starts. This guy holds the third highest last out speed number and two hearty peaking workouts. A son of Abstraction, he is three for three on his home track.
#7 One Flew South (Figueroa / O'Neill) should contend in his second career start as he gets to more favorable footing on the dirt. He holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number which he secured winning his Maiden over polytrack at Turfway Park. This son of Giant's Causeway should show speed.
#3 Walker Stalker (Medellin / J. Gonzalez) could be in the mix after a couple of good last time out efforts and two strengthening workouts. This guy has hit the board at Sunland in his two career starts and going into his third start of the form cycle he is sure to improve. A son of Stroll, he is a Triple Crown nominee.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#8 Wicked Indeed + #5 Hustle Up + #7 One Flew South + #3 Walker Stalker.
Stakes Saturday Results
Santa Anita Park R8. Buena Vista--G2. Our first pick, Vasilika, won (1st) for win money of $3.60. Our second pick, Fahan Mura, finsihed 9th (last). Our third pick, Elysea's World [IRE], finished 6th.
Superfecta went 9-10-2-1.
Bankroll takes a tumble to $58.31.
Sunland Park Race 9 {Mine That Bird Derby~1 1/16 mile~3 year-olds~Stakes}
A good field of nine will shuffle away from the gates in this annual race named after 2009 Kentucky Derby winner, Mine That Bird. There is speed, which should produce a fast pace. Speed numbers are fairly close with a couple high and low outliers. Our task is to cobble together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket. It should be a splendid race under the shadow of a setting New Mexico sun.
#8 Wicked Indeed (Contreras / Asmussen) should be the favorite exiting the Grade three Le Compt at Fair Grounds. He holds the highest last out speed number and has put in four dynamic peaking workouts. This Triple Crown nominee is one of only two that have gone this distance. A son of Tapit, he is 66% in the money from three starts. Our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.
#5 Hustle Up (Laviolette / Fincher) may well be the speed of the speed. He has already notched seven wins from nine starts. This guy holds the third highest last out speed number and two hearty peaking workouts. A son of Abstraction, he is three for three on his home track.
#7 One Flew South (Figueroa / O'Neill) should contend in his second career start as he gets to more favorable footing on the dirt. He holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number which he secured winning his Maiden over polytrack at Turfway Park. This son of Giant's Causeway should show speed.
#3 Walker Stalker (Medellin / J. Gonzalez) could be in the mix after a couple of good last time out efforts and two strengthening workouts. This guy has hit the board at Sunland in his two career starts and going into his third start of the form cycle he is sure to improve. A son of Stroll, he is a Triple Crown nominee.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#8 Wicked Indeed + #5 Hustle Up + #7 One Flew South + #3 Walker Stalker.
Stakes Saturday Results
Santa Anita Park R8. Buena Vista--G2. Our first pick, Vasilika, won (1st) for win money of $3.60. Our second pick, Fahan Mura, finsihed 9th (last). Our third pick, Elysea's World [IRE], finished 6th.
Superfecta went 9-10-2-1.
Bankroll takes a tumble to $58.31.
Saturday, February 23, 2019
A Little Santa Anita Turf on Stakes Saturday
Back in action on the TURF after a brief respite. We take a look at a quality graded Turf race at the "Great Race Place"
Santa Anita Park Race 8 {Buena Vista~G2~1 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}
A high quality field of nine will step onto the grass in this annual Turf feature. There is plenty of speed to maintain a swift pace. Speed numbers are very close for these ladies. It should be an exceptional race to wager and watch.
#9 Vasilika (Prat / Hollendorfer) should go off as the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number, the highest speed number at the mile distance, and three endurance building workouts. She is certainly the one to beat. This daughter of Skipshot, is 72% in the money from twenty-nine starts.
$2 WIN.
#4 Fahan Mura (Maldonado / Cerin) should challenge with the second highest speed number at the distance and two strong workouts. This gal will show speed from the opening gate and could dictate the pace. A daughter of English Channel, she excels at the course and distance.
$2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.
#8 Elysea's World [IRE] (Rosario / Baltas) is coming into this race off a layoff, but has worked diligently securing three dynamic peaking workouts for her return. Should there be a frothy pace she should benefit greatly. This daughter of Champs Elyssees [IRE], has hit the board 63% of the time from twenty-two starts.
$2 SHOW.
#5 Compelled (Talamo / Proctor) should contend with the third highest speed number at the distance and five superb workouts. This gal loves the turf, distance, and course. She should be tracking the pace looking to strike in the stretch. A daughter of War Front, should continue to improve.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#9 Vasilika + #4 Fahan Mura + #8 Elysea's World [IRE] + #5 Compelled.
Our Last Superfecta Sunday (2-3-19) Results
Gulfstream Park R11. Sweetest Chant--G3. We were off on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort securing only two of the four required to score. Superfecta went 7-6-1-5.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, A Bit Special [GB], won (1st) for show money of $2.60.
Bankroll falters to $67.11.
Santa Anita Park Race 8 {Buena Vista~G2~1 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}
A high quality field of nine will step onto the grass in this annual Turf feature. There is plenty of speed to maintain a swift pace. Speed numbers are very close for these ladies. It should be an exceptional race to wager and watch.
#9 Vasilika (Prat / Hollendorfer) should go off as the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number, the highest speed number at the mile distance, and three endurance building workouts. She is certainly the one to beat. This daughter of Skipshot, is 72% in the money from twenty-nine starts.
$2 WIN.
#4 Fahan Mura (Maldonado / Cerin) should challenge with the second highest speed number at the distance and two strong workouts. This gal will show speed from the opening gate and could dictate the pace. A daughter of English Channel, she excels at the course and distance.
$2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.
#8 Elysea's World [IRE] (Rosario / Baltas) is coming into this race off a layoff, but has worked diligently securing three dynamic peaking workouts for her return. Should there be a frothy pace she should benefit greatly. This daughter of Champs Elyssees [IRE], has hit the board 63% of the time from twenty-two starts.
$2 SHOW.
#5 Compelled (Talamo / Proctor) should contend with the third highest speed number at the distance and five superb workouts. This gal loves the turf, distance, and course. She should be tracking the pace looking to strike in the stretch. A daughter of War Front, should continue to improve.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#9 Vasilika + #4 Fahan Mura + #8 Elysea's World [IRE] + #5 Compelled.
Our Last Superfecta Sunday (2-3-19) Results
Gulfstream Park R11. Sweetest Chant--G3. We were off on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort securing only two of the four required to score. Superfecta went 7-6-1-5.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, A Bit Special [GB], won (1st) for show money of $2.60.
Bankroll falters to $67.11.
Sunday, February 3, 2019
Swinging Back to Gulfstream Park for Superfecta Sunday
Back we go to the gorgeous South Florida track for a sensational Turf contest for our Superfecta Sunday.
Gulfstream Park Race 11 {Sweetest Chant~G3~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Fillies~Graded Stakes}
A high quality field of nine will hit the green for this graded stakes event. It comes up a little light on speed. Pretty much expect a kind of Euro-quickening as they gear up for the stretch. Speed figs are close which gives it a competitive feel. There are a couple of French Fillies making their first North American start which adds a little intrigue. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket. Should be a great race on a beautiful day in South Florida.
#7 A Bit Special [GB] (Leparoux / Biacone) might have the edge with the third highest last out speed number and three powerful peaking workouts. She also holds the highest speed number at the distance. This daughter of Mukhadram [GB] is 100% in the money from four career starts. She is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.
#3 Hard Legacy (B. Hernandez / N. Casse) will be seeking her third win in a row in her third career start. She holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route and three hearty workouts. A daughter of Hard Spun, she loves the surface and the Gulfstream course.
#1 La Feve [FR] (I. Ortiz / C. Brown) is one of the fillies making her first American start after competing will across the pond in France. She comes in after a modest layoff, but these connections are legendary for getting horses ready. A daughter of George Vancouver, she is 100% in the money from two starts over Turf.
#2 Adara Belle [FR] (L. Saez / Abreu) is the other French filly making her first North American start. She too competed in France before shipping over. This gal appears to be in good form with four superb peaking workouts. A daughter of Amodin [FR], she should acquit herself gamely.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#7 A Bit Special [GB] + #3 Hard Legacy + #1 La Feve [FR] + #2 Adara Belle [FR].
Stakes Saturday Results
Gulfstream Park R11. Holy Bull--G2. Our first pick, Maximus Mischief, finished 3rd. Our second pick, Mihos, finished 5th. Our third pick, Epic Dreamer, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 5-4-8-3.
Bankroll gets shut-out and tumbles to $60.91.
Gulfstream Park Race 11 {Sweetest Chant~G3~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Fillies~Graded Stakes}
A high quality field of nine will hit the green for this graded stakes event. It comes up a little light on speed. Pretty much expect a kind of Euro-quickening as they gear up for the stretch. Speed figs are close which gives it a competitive feel. There are a couple of French Fillies making their first North American start which adds a little intrigue. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket. Should be a great race on a beautiful day in South Florida.
#7 A Bit Special [GB] (Leparoux / Biacone) might have the edge with the third highest last out speed number and three powerful peaking workouts. She also holds the highest speed number at the distance. This daughter of Mukhadram [GB] is 100% in the money from four career starts. She is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.
#3 Hard Legacy (B. Hernandez / N. Casse) will be seeking her third win in a row in her third career start. She holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route and three hearty workouts. A daughter of Hard Spun, she loves the surface and the Gulfstream course.
#1 La Feve [FR] (I. Ortiz / C. Brown) is one of the fillies making her first American start after competing will across the pond in France. She comes in after a modest layoff, but these connections are legendary for getting horses ready. A daughter of George Vancouver, she is 100% in the money from two starts over Turf.
#2 Adara Belle [FR] (L. Saez / Abreu) is the other French filly making her first North American start. She too competed in France before shipping over. This gal appears to be in good form with four superb peaking workouts. A daughter of Amodin [FR], she should acquit herself gamely.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#7 A Bit Special [GB] + #3 Hard Legacy + #1 La Feve [FR] + #2 Adara Belle [FR].
Stakes Saturday Results
Gulfstream Park R11. Holy Bull--G2. Our first pick, Maximus Mischief, finished 3rd. Our second pick, Mihos, finished 5th. Our third pick, Epic Dreamer, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 5-4-8-3.
Bankroll gets shut-out and tumbles to $60.91.
Saturday, February 2, 2019
Stakes Saturday in South Florida
KD 145 points are on the line as we take in a great stakes race down in South Florida.
Gulfstream Park Race 11 {Holy Bull~G2~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}
A fantastic field of nine will go to the gate with Kentucky Derby points on the line. There is a plethora of speed which should produce a sizzling pace on a fast track. Speed numbers are widely varied as is the case as these horses launch their three year-old season. Many have sound potential and may find their way into the gate on that first Saturday in May. It should be a very exciting race.
#8 Maximus Mischief (J. Ortiz / Reid) will be the odds on favorite and deservedly so. This guy has rattled of three wins from his three career starts with speed numbers in the nineties much better than all the rest. It is his race to win as he cuts back from a longer route and puts in three superb peaking workouts. A son of Into Mischief, expect him to be part of the pace scenario.
$1 WIN (not a lot of value on this one).
#6 Mihos (Velazquez / Jerkens) should challenge seeking to get his third win in a row. He holds the second highest last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. This lad should benefit greatly from a frothy pace. A son of Cairo Prince, he has already cruised to victory over the Gulfstream track.
$2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.
#3 Epic Dreamer (I. Ortiz / Breen) should contend after a disappointing effort down in Texas. He holds the highest (tie) speed number at this distance and has put in three fabulous peaking workouts. A son of Kentucky Derby winner, Orb, he could be right in the thick of it from the opening gate.
$2 SHOW.
#2 Federal Case (Castellano / Pletcher) should be in the mix with the third highest last out speed number and three fantastic peaking workouts. He has won in both of his starts and will be stretching out for this race. A son of Gemologist, he should sit close to the pace waiting for an opening.
10 CENT Superfecta
#8 Maximus Mischief / #6 Mihos / #3 Epic Dreamer, #2 Federal Case / ALL.
Last Superfecta Sunday (1/27) Results
Sam Houston Race Park R8. John B. Connally TURF Cup--G3. We missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort nailing down only two of the four required. Superfecta went 4-1-6-8.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Lawless West, finished 8th.
Bankroll slides to $72.11.
Gulfstream Park Race 11 {Holy Bull~G2~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}
A fantastic field of nine will go to the gate with Kentucky Derby points on the line. There is a plethora of speed which should produce a sizzling pace on a fast track. Speed numbers are widely varied as is the case as these horses launch their three year-old season. Many have sound potential and may find their way into the gate on that first Saturday in May. It should be a very exciting race.
#8 Maximus Mischief (J. Ortiz / Reid) will be the odds on favorite and deservedly so. This guy has rattled of three wins from his three career starts with speed numbers in the nineties much better than all the rest. It is his race to win as he cuts back from a longer route and puts in three superb peaking workouts. A son of Into Mischief, expect him to be part of the pace scenario.
$1 WIN (not a lot of value on this one).
#6 Mihos (Velazquez / Jerkens) should challenge seeking to get his third win in a row. He holds the second highest last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. This lad should benefit greatly from a frothy pace. A son of Cairo Prince, he has already cruised to victory over the Gulfstream track.
$2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.
#3 Epic Dreamer (I. Ortiz / Breen) should contend after a disappointing effort down in Texas. He holds the highest (tie) speed number at this distance and has put in three fabulous peaking workouts. A son of Kentucky Derby winner, Orb, he could be right in the thick of it from the opening gate.
$2 SHOW.
#2 Federal Case (Castellano / Pletcher) should be in the mix with the third highest last out speed number and three fantastic peaking workouts. He has won in both of his starts and will be stretching out for this race. A son of Gemologist, he should sit close to the pace waiting for an opening.
10 CENT Superfecta
#8 Maximus Mischief / #6 Mihos / #3 Epic Dreamer, #2 Federal Case / ALL.
Last Superfecta Sunday (1/27) Results
Sam Houston Race Park R8. John B. Connally TURF Cup--G3. We missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort nailing down only two of the four required. Superfecta went 4-1-6-8.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Lawless West, finished 8th.
Bankroll slides to $72.11.
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