Stakes Saturday at the "Big A"

Off we go on this Stakes Saturday to view a grade one in wonderful New York.

Aqueduct Race 10 {Cigar Mile~G1~1 mile~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A super competitive field of ten will go to the gate in this annual race. There is enough speed to develop an honest pace. Speed numbers are highly reflective of a contentious race. It should be one of the more exciting races on the day.

#7 Connect (Castellano / C. Brown) might have the edge with the second highest last out speed number at a longer route, a two race progression, and four sensational workouts. This lad has the tactical speed to stay the course no matter what type of pace develops. A son of Curlin, this will be his first start at the mile distance.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#1 Anchor Down (J. Ortiz / Pletcher) will pose a mighty challenge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two fine workouts. He should show speed on the front end with a couple of others. This guy relishes the distance and enjoys the "Big A" track. A son of Tapit, he also holds the highest speed at this mile distance.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#10 Divining Rod (Centeno / Delacour) will contend with the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route, a two race progression, and two strong workouts. He is undefeated at this distance from three starts. Another son of Tapit, he should fine a sweet spot close to the pace and rally in the stretch.

$1 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#3 Realm (P. Lopez / Tagg) could be in the mix with a couple of very good last out speed numbers, a three race progression, and two superb peaking workouts. This guy loves the distance and the Aqueduct track. Another improvement could be in the offing. A son of Haynesfield, he should be tracking the pace closely ready to spring into the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta

#7 Connect  /  #1 Anchor Down  /  #10 Divining Rod  /  #3 Realm.

Furlong Friday Results

Woodbine R8.  Kennedy Road--G2.  Our pick, Puntrooskie, finished 5th. We completed misfired on our 20 CENT Superfecta Box play (carried over from last Superfecta Sunday) capturing only one of the four wagering interests required for victory. Superfecta went 4-2-3-8.

Fair Grounds R8.  Allowance Optional Claiming. Our selection, Divine Kaleb, finished 2nd for show money of $4.00. Superfecta went 1-2-8-7.

Bankroll continues to slide, settling at $153.47.