On this last day of August, and the Labor Day weekend that unofficially marks the end of summer we take a good look at an amazing race of millionaire horses.
Saratoga Race 10 {Woodward~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A fantastic group of six will make their start in this annual graded stakes race. There is sufficient speed and forwardly placed types to keep the pace honest. It can be swaid these lads are the best of the best racing in America today. A great race should unfold.
#5 Paynter (Bejarano / Baffert) should be the controlling speed and if he is able to hold off the challengers, could wire this field. He comes into this with a couple of great last out speed numbers and four fierce workouts. This guy holds an enviable 88% in the money record over eight career races. He could stride right into the winners circle.
$1 WIN / $2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.
#4 Flat Out (Alvarado / Mott) should be right near the lead seeking an advantage with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and four dynamite peaking workouts. He carries with him the tactical speed to out flank any of these.
$1 PLACE / $2 SHOW.
#2 Successful Dan (Leparoux / Loprestri) should challenge sharing the highest last out speed number, working a two race progression, and putting in three solid peaking workouts. He should be tracking the pace ready to pounce on any weakness in the leaders heading home. This guy is another with a very credible in the money record of 86% over fourteen career starts.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#6 Mucho Macho Man (Prado / Ritvo) will be in the mix with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two stout peaking workouts. He relishes this Saratoga track and should be pressing forward.
10 CENT Superfecta
#5 Paynter / #4 Flat Out / #2 Successful Dan / #6 Mucho Macho Man.
Friday's Results
Del Mar R6. El Cajon Stakes. Our first pick, Pataky Kid, finished 5th. Our second pick, Holy Lute, won (1st) for show money of $4.00.
We dumped our 10 CENT Superfecta effort due to a key scratch. Superfecta went 8-4-7-11.
Bankroll remains the same at $26.44.
Saturday, August 31, 2013
Thursday, August 29, 2013
Friday Horse Racing Stall
On this lovely Summer Friday we take a peek at a mile race in sunny Southern California.
Del Mar Race 6 {El Cajon Stakes~1 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
An interesting group of eight will go to the gate. Five of which were nominated to the Triple Crown earlier this year. There is plenty of speed sprinkled with the forwardly placed which could give it a very strong pace. Should be a nice race on a nice day.
#6 Pataky Kid (Gomez / Proctor) could benefit from a hot pace with the fourth highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four superb peaking workouts. He should be able to settle back and launch into the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
#8 Holy Lute (Flores / Cassidy) might surprise with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two stellar workouts. He is another that could sit back and wait for the pace to develop.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#9 U'narack (Leparoux / Hollendorfer) should challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and three robust workouts. This guy could be forwardly placed ready to strike.
#5 Manando (M. Garcia / Baffert) will contend as a speedster with the highest speed number at the distance and two hearty workouts. He should battle for the lead with two others and hold on for a piece of the purse.
10 CENT Superfecta
#6 Pataky Kid, #8 Holy Lute / #6, #8 / #9 U'narack, #5 Manando / #9, #5.
Thursday's Results
Saratoga R10. With Anticipation Stakes--G2. Our first pick, Bashart, won (1st) for win money of $3.85 and show money of $1.55. Our second pick, General Jack, was scratched. Our third pick, Tiger Bourbon, finished 4th.
We scuttled our 10 CENT Superfecta play due to the scratch. Superfecta went 1-2-5-3.
Bankroll gains a couple of bucks to $26.44.
Del Mar Race 6 {El Cajon Stakes~1 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
An interesting group of eight will go to the gate. Five of which were nominated to the Triple Crown earlier this year. There is plenty of speed sprinkled with the forwardly placed which could give it a very strong pace. Should be a nice race on a nice day.
#6 Pataky Kid (Gomez / Proctor) could benefit from a hot pace with the fourth highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four superb peaking workouts. He should be able to settle back and launch into the stretch.
$2 SHOW.
#8 Holy Lute (Flores / Cassidy) might surprise with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two stellar workouts. He is another that could sit back and wait for the pace to develop.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#9 U'narack (Leparoux / Hollendorfer) should challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and three robust workouts. This guy could be forwardly placed ready to strike.
#5 Manando (M. Garcia / Baffert) will contend as a speedster with the highest speed number at the distance and two hearty workouts. He should battle for the lead with two others and hold on for a piece of the purse.
10 CENT Superfecta
#6 Pataky Kid, #8 Holy Lute / #6, #8 / #9 U'narack, #5 Manando / #9, #5.
Thursday's Results
Saratoga R10. With Anticipation Stakes--G2. Our first pick, Bashart, won (1st) for win money of $3.85 and show money of $1.55. Our second pick, General Jack, was scratched. Our third pick, Tiger Bourbon, finished 4th.
We scuttled our 10 CENT Superfecta play due to the scratch. Superfecta went 1-2-5-3.
Bankroll gains a couple of bucks to $26.44.
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
Anticipating Saratoga
Let's get back at it on this Thursday. Our horse racing weekend begins With Anticipation at Saratoga.
Saratoga Race 10 {With Anticipation~G2~1 1/16 mile~TURF~2 year old~Stakes}
An equally talented field of eight youngsters will hit the grass in this annual event. Most in here like to be forwardly placed so it should be a good jostle to the finish. A great well bred field will make for a great race.
#1 Bashart (Castellano / Pletcher) might have the edge with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two fine workouts. He is one of many that should be forwardly placed.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#8 General Jack (Napravnik / Maker) should challenge with the highest last out speed number at a sprint, a two race progression, and one robust workout. He should be part of the forwardly placed pack.
$1 SHOW.
#3 Tiger Bourbon (Lezcano / Kenneally) will contend with the second highest last out speed number in his only race to date and four superb workouts. He too should find himself forwardly placed ready to roll.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#6 Base Case Scenario (Albarado / Stall) should be in the mix with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three terrific peaking workouts. Should the pace on the front end, his tracking ability will benefit him greatly.
10 CENT Superfecta
#1 Bashart / #8 General Jack / #3 Tiger Bourbon / #6 Base Case Scenario.
Last Superfecta Sunday (8/25) Results
Del Mar R9. Pacific Classic--G1. Our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort fell way short of the marking capturing only one wagering interest in the Superfecta sequence. Superfecta went 11-7-5-6.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Delegation, finished 6th.
Bankroll takes a hit and falls to $24.04.
Saratoga Race 10 {With Anticipation~G2~1 1/16 mile~TURF~2 year old~Stakes}
An equally talented field of eight youngsters will hit the grass in this annual event. Most in here like to be forwardly placed so it should be a good jostle to the finish. A great well bred field will make for a great race.
#1 Bashart (Castellano / Pletcher) might have the edge with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two fine workouts. He is one of many that should be forwardly placed.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#8 General Jack (Napravnik / Maker) should challenge with the highest last out speed number at a sprint, a two race progression, and one robust workout. He should be part of the forwardly placed pack.
$1 SHOW.
#3 Tiger Bourbon (Lezcano / Kenneally) will contend with the second highest last out speed number in his only race to date and four superb workouts. He too should find himself forwardly placed ready to roll.
$1 SHOW.
Another Wagering Interest
#6 Base Case Scenario (Albarado / Stall) should be in the mix with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three terrific peaking workouts. Should the pace on the front end, his tracking ability will benefit him greatly.
10 CENT Superfecta
#1 Bashart / #8 General Jack / #3 Tiger Bourbon / #6 Base Case Scenario.
Last Superfecta Sunday (8/25) Results
Del Mar R9. Pacific Classic--G1. Our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort fell way short of the marking capturing only one wagering interest in the Superfecta sequence. Superfecta went 11-7-5-6.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Delegation, finished 6th.
Bankroll takes a hit and falls to $24.04.
Saturday, August 24, 2013
Superfecta Sunday along the Pacific
Our horse racing weekend comes to a close as we gaze out towards the Pacific Ocean and enjoy one of the great races of the summer.
Del Mar Race 9 {Pacific Classic~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A smashing field of twelve will go to the gate in this annual summer grade one. There is speed. Most of it coming from the outside posts which might set this one up for a horse coming from off the pace should it get out of control. A great group of horses will battle gallantly. Let's try to sew together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.
#10 Delegation (Contreras / Casse) comes in from Woodbine with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three sensational workouts. He should be forwardly placed ready to rumble with three other speedy types. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.
#11 Game On Dude (M. Garcia / Baffert) should be the favorite with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and five superlative workouts. This guy holds the highest speed number at the distance. He should be in the forwardly placed group battling for advantage.
#9 Dullahan (Bejarano / Romans) will be taking advantage of any fast pace with a couple of o.k. last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and three superb workouts. He enjoys the synthetic surface and holds the fourth highest speed number at the distance. This guy should be closing swiftly.
#4 Farraaj [IRE] (Gomez / Varian) could be the big surprise coming off some very nice efforts across the pond in Great Britain. He is two for two at this distance and should relish the polytrack surface. Expect him to have a nice tracking run.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#10 Delegation + #11 Game On Dude + #9 Dullahan + #4 Farraaj [IRE].
Stakes Saturday Results
Saratoga R12. Travers--G1. Our first pick, Orb, finished 3rd for show money of $6.45. Our second pick, Palace Malice, finished 4th. Our third pick, War Dancer, finished 6th.
Superfecta went 5-6-2-8.
Bankroll gets dinged and falls to $28.44.
Del Mar Race 9 {Pacific Classic~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A smashing field of twelve will go to the gate in this annual summer grade one. There is speed. Most of it coming from the outside posts which might set this one up for a horse coming from off the pace should it get out of control. A great group of horses will battle gallantly. Let's try to sew together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.
#10 Delegation (Contreras / Casse) comes in from Woodbine with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three sensational workouts. He should be forwardly placed ready to rumble with three other speedy types. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.
#11 Game On Dude (M. Garcia / Baffert) should be the favorite with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and five superlative workouts. This guy holds the highest speed number at the distance. He should be in the forwardly placed group battling for advantage.
#9 Dullahan (Bejarano / Romans) will be taking advantage of any fast pace with a couple of o.k. last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and three superb workouts. He enjoys the synthetic surface and holds the fourth highest speed number at the distance. This guy should be closing swiftly.
#4 Farraaj [IRE] (Gomez / Varian) could be the big surprise coming off some very nice efforts across the pond in Great Britain. He is two for two at this distance and should relish the polytrack surface. Expect him to have a nice tracking run.
10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)
#10 Delegation + #11 Game On Dude + #9 Dullahan + #4 Farraaj [IRE].
Stakes Saturday Results
Saratoga R12. Travers--G1. Our first pick, Orb, finished 3rd for show money of $6.45. Our second pick, Palace Malice, finished 4th. Our third pick, War Dancer, finished 6th.
Superfecta went 5-6-2-8.
Bankroll gets dinged and falls to $28.44.
Stakes Saturday features the Summer Derby
Stakes Saturday brings us the sensational Summer Derby at the "Spa".
Saratoga Race 12 {Travers~G1~1 1/4 mile~Stakes}
A nifty field of nine will compete in this annual summer soiree. There is plenty of speed and forwardly placed types to make this a rip roaring contest. All but two were nominated to the Triple Crown this year. The race features some of the absolute best three year-olds in the country. It will be another great Travers.
#2 Orb (Rosario / McGaughey) will seek redemption after a nice approximate 60-day layoff. His usual rider, Joel Rosario, broke his foot yesterday and is doubtful. As of this writing no replacement has been named. Nonethelss, the big lad is fully wired to perform admirably with two o.k. last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and four superior peaking workouts in preparation for the race. He should be closing fast on this group that could be clumped near the front.
$1 WIN / $2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.
#8 Palace Malice (Smith / Pletcher) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two solid workouts. This guy could sit right off the speed and make a strong run through the stretch. He comes into this one two for two over the Saratoga track.
$1 PLACE / $2 SHOW.
#7 War Dancer (A. Garcia / McPeek) could surprise coming off a win at this distance over the Turf. He holds a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a six race progression, and four stout workouts. He has the tactical speed to allow the pace to develop and then seek advantage.
$1 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#3 Verrazano (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) should be the overall favorite after an explosive performance in the Haskell at Monmouth Park last out. He holds the highest speed number, earned in that race, a three race progression, and two diligent workouts. This guy will be the one to beat. He should be forwardly placed ready to strike.
#6 Moreno (J. Ortiz / Guillot) is the speed of this race. Should he control the pace it could work out favorable for him. He comes into this race with the fourth highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two superb peaking workouts.
10 CENT Superfecta
#2 Orb / #8 Palace Malice / #7 War Dancer / #3 Verrazano, #6 Moreno.
Friday's Results
Saratoga R9. Ballerina Stakes--G1. Our first pick, Book Review, finished 2nd for show money of $1.20. Our second pick, Dance to Bristol, won (1st) for show money of $1.25, Our third pick, Judy the Beauty, was scratched.
Superfecta went 1-5-2-4. We scuttled our 10 CENT Superfecta play due to the scratch.
Bankroll drops a few dimes to settle at $32.19.
Saratoga Race 12 {Travers~G1~1 1/4 mile~Stakes}
A nifty field of nine will compete in this annual summer soiree. There is plenty of speed and forwardly placed types to make this a rip roaring contest. All but two were nominated to the Triple Crown this year. The race features some of the absolute best three year-olds in the country. It will be another great Travers.
#2 Orb (Rosario / McGaughey) will seek redemption after a nice approximate 60-day layoff. His usual rider, Joel Rosario, broke his foot yesterday and is doubtful. As of this writing no replacement has been named. Nonethelss, the big lad is fully wired to perform admirably with two o.k. last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and four superior peaking workouts in preparation for the race. He should be closing fast on this group that could be clumped near the front.
$1 WIN / $2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.
#8 Palace Malice (Smith / Pletcher) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two solid workouts. This guy could sit right off the speed and make a strong run through the stretch. He comes into this one two for two over the Saratoga track.
$1 PLACE / $2 SHOW.
#7 War Dancer (A. Garcia / McPeek) could surprise coming off a win at this distance over the Turf. He holds a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a six race progression, and four stout workouts. He has the tactical speed to allow the pace to develop and then seek advantage.
$1 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#3 Verrazano (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) should be the overall favorite after an explosive performance in the Haskell at Monmouth Park last out. He holds the highest speed number, earned in that race, a three race progression, and two diligent workouts. This guy will be the one to beat. He should be forwardly placed ready to strike.
#6 Moreno (J. Ortiz / Guillot) is the speed of this race. Should he control the pace it could work out favorable for him. He comes into this race with the fourth highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two superb peaking workouts.
10 CENT Superfecta
#2 Orb / #8 Palace Malice / #7 War Dancer / #3 Verrazano, #6 Moreno.
Friday's Results
Saratoga R9. Ballerina Stakes--G1. Our first pick, Book Review, finished 2nd for show money of $1.20. Our second pick, Dance to Bristol, won (1st) for show money of $1.25, Our third pick, Judy the Beauty, was scratched.
Superfecta went 1-5-2-4. We scuttled our 10 CENT Superfecta play due to the scratch.
Bankroll drops a few dimes to settle at $32.19.
Thursday, August 22, 2013
Ballerina Furlong Friday
Thank goodness it's Friday. We take a look at a tremendous grade one at the "Spa".
Saratoga Race 9 {Ballerina Stakes~G1~7 furlongs~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}
A high caliber group of eleven gals will go to the gate in this annual affair. There is plenty of speed coupled with forwardly placed types to make the pace sizzle. Most in this one have had a little bit of a freshening hoping to put in a top effort. It should be a spectacular sprint.
#5 Book Review (Bejarano / Baffert) should take advantage of the pace set up to close down this field. She holds the highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and five furious workouts. This gal should fire well as the favorite.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#1 Dance to Bristol (X. Perez / Figgins) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number and one strong bullet workout. She holds the highest speed number at the distance and is 95% in the money in seventeen starts. This gal is a pure presser and will surely benefit from a speedy pace.
$1 SHOW.
#8 Judy the Beauty (Rosario / Ward) should also contend with a couple of good last out speed number and four superior workouts that include two bullets. This precious gal enjoys sharing the third highest speed number at this distance. She has tactical speed to see how the pace develops.
$1 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#6 Starship Truffles (Saez / Wolfson) should be in the hunt with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three athletic works. She should stay close tracking the pace.
#10 Fantasy of Flight (C. Velasquez / Nevin) could be in the hunt with a couple of decent last out speed numbers. She comes to this race exiting a route and has put in three stellar workouts. She has terrific tactical speed to use to her advantage.
10 CENT Superfecta
#5 Book Review / #1 Dance to Bristol / #8 Judy the Beauty / #6 Starship Truffles, #10 Fantasy of Flight.
Thursday's Reults
Presque Isle Downs R2. Allowance. Our first pick, No Splits, finished 3rd for show money of $3.20. Our second pick, Thetaloveandmine, won (1st) for show money of $2.60.
Superfecta went 3-1-8-7.
Bankroll gets a raise to $32.74.
Saratoga Race 9 {Ballerina Stakes~G1~7 furlongs~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}
A high caliber group of eleven gals will go to the gate in this annual affair. There is plenty of speed coupled with forwardly placed types to make the pace sizzle. Most in this one have had a little bit of a freshening hoping to put in a top effort. It should be a spectacular sprint.
#5 Book Review (Bejarano / Baffert) should take advantage of the pace set up to close down this field. She holds the highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and five furious workouts. This gal should fire well as the favorite.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.
#1 Dance to Bristol (X. Perez / Figgins) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number and one strong bullet workout. She holds the highest speed number at the distance and is 95% in the money in seventeen starts. This gal is a pure presser and will surely benefit from a speedy pace.
$1 SHOW.
#8 Judy the Beauty (Rosario / Ward) should also contend with a couple of good last out speed number and four superior workouts that include two bullets. This precious gal enjoys sharing the third highest speed number at this distance. She has tactical speed to see how the pace develops.
$1 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#6 Starship Truffles (Saez / Wolfson) should be in the hunt with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three athletic works. She should stay close tracking the pace.
#10 Fantasy of Flight (C. Velasquez / Nevin) could be in the hunt with a couple of decent last out speed numbers. She comes to this race exiting a route and has put in three stellar workouts. She has terrific tactical speed to use to her advantage.
10 CENT Superfecta
#5 Book Review / #1 Dance to Bristol / #8 Judy the Beauty / #6 Starship Truffles, #10 Fantasy of Flight.
Thursday's Reults
Presque Isle Downs R2. Allowance. Our first pick, No Splits, finished 3rd for show money of $3.20. Our second pick, Thetaloveandmine, won (1st) for show money of $2.60.
Superfecta went 3-1-8-7.
Bankroll gets a raise to $32.74.
Wednesday, August 21, 2013
Sprinting into the Horse Racing Weekend
Thursday begins our horse racing weekend and we look at a competitive Tapeta Sprint race to start it off.
Presque Isle Downs Race 2 {6 1/2 furlongs~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Allowance}
A roaringly competitive field of eight ladies will go to gate in this allowance race. All have the ability to be forwardly placed and enjoy it. This one is a super contentious race with the entire field very close in terms of sprint speed numbers.
#8 No Splits (Rodriguez / Motion) is a turfer looking to cruise over the Tapeta surface. She holds the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and one hearty workout. This gal could sit back and let the pace develop, then launch her bid.
$2 SHOW.
#3 Thetaloveandmine (Morales / Hannim) will challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number and two robust workouts. She also holds the highest speed number at the distance. This gal has the ability to take the lead or press the pace.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#1 Bodacious Barb (Lumpkins / Clouston) should contend with the second highest last out speed number at a route, a three race progression, and two superb workouts. She should be pressing the pace ready to strike.
#7 Prettyhotprincess (Parker / S. Beattie) could press her way into contention with the third highest last out speed number and one hardy bullet workout. She was last seen at Arlington Park.
10 CENT Superfecta
#8 No Splits / #3 Thetaloveandmine / #1 Bodacious Barb / #7 Prettyhotprincess.
Last Superfecta Sunday (8/18) Results
Saratoga R8. Woodford Reserve Lake Placid--G2. We had only three of four comprising our 10 CENT Superfecta box. Superfecta went 7-3-4-1.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Concise [GB], finished 4th.
Bankroll slips to $31.04.
Presque Isle Downs Race 2 {6 1/2 furlongs~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Allowance}
A roaringly competitive field of eight ladies will go to gate in this allowance race. All have the ability to be forwardly placed and enjoy it. This one is a super contentious race with the entire field very close in terms of sprint speed numbers.
#8 No Splits (Rodriguez / Motion) is a turfer looking to cruise over the Tapeta surface. She holds the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and one hearty workout. This gal could sit back and let the pace develop, then launch her bid.
$2 SHOW.
#3 Thetaloveandmine (Morales / Hannim) will challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number and two robust workouts. She also holds the highest speed number at the distance. This gal has the ability to take the lead or press the pace.
$2 SHOW.
Other Wagering Interests
#1 Bodacious Barb (Lumpkins / Clouston) should contend with the second highest last out speed number at a route, a three race progression, and two superb workouts. She should be pressing the pace ready to strike.
#7 Prettyhotprincess (Parker / S. Beattie) could press her way into contention with the third highest last out speed number and one hardy bullet workout. She was last seen at Arlington Park.
10 CENT Superfecta
#8 No Splits / #3 Thetaloveandmine / #1 Bodacious Barb / #7 Prettyhotprincess.
Last Superfecta Sunday (8/18) Results
Saratoga R8. Woodford Reserve Lake Placid--G2. We had only three of four comprising our 10 CENT Superfecta box. Superfecta went 7-3-4-1.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Concise [GB], finished 4th.
Bankroll slips to $31.04.
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