Archive for February, 2009

Horsepower

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 28, 2009 in General Discussion | 1 Comment >>

The history books show that in 1955, Wisconsin’s Norm Nelson lapped the field twice in his Carl Keikhaefer-owned Chrysler to win the only race held at Las Vegas Park Speedway, in a race shortened to 111 laps because of darkness. But there’s a fascinating back story to the only Cup race held in Nevada, before […]

California Dreamin’

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 28, 2009 in Free Picks and Tips | 2 Comments >>

This weekend is one that kicks off some real quality racing. If you have the urge to play races from the West coast, today is your lucky day. WinningPonies.com is dealing out a couple of runners to build around for a monster day at the windows. Let us begin with a runner in Race #8 […]

Original Punters

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 27, 2009 in Educational Articles, General Discussion | No Comments >>

When you read about the history of the first real horse players, a few names stand out that had nerves of steel, and a love of the game. If you haven’t heard of Pittsburgh Phil, you must have live in a cave. Many would call him the founding father of horse players. In February 1905, […]

New York Steamers

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 27, 2009 in Free Picks and Tips | No Comments >>

Every week brings a new group of runners to watch and wager. This weekend will be no different. We are focusing on New York with a hard look. Let us begin on Friday afternoon.  The 7th race brings an opportunity to wager on a nicely bred colt named Magical Devotion. Ramon Dominguez in the seat […]

Old Friends

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 26, 2009 in General Discussion | No Comments >>

I was playing in Vegas the other night after a day in the contest. The room was filled with smoke and young guys yelling at basketball games. The races were on the big screens, and I sat next to a gent who would make my thoughts come clearer. Anthony was a man in his late […]

The Iceman Award

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 26, 2009 in General Discussion, News | No Comments >>

Each year a rider is voted by his or her fellow riders nationwide to accept the George Woolf award. This honor goes to a jockey whose career and personal character earn esteem for the game. George was given the nickname “Iceman” for only one reason and it wasn’t for getting ice for drinks. He was […]

Tournament Time

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 26, 2009 in General Discussion | No Comments >>

It was just a few days ago, and I am already looking at the next tournament date. That is the blood that drives the contest player. It only takes just once, and you can’t win it unless you get in it… On February 19th-21st, the stage was set at The Orleans casino. There were over […]

Take A Shot

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 16, 2009 in General Discussion | No Comments >>

I have been playing horses since my Dad used to take me out to the races as a young man. My interests grew from just kinda liking the game, to working in the industry.  As the old saying goes: “If you you are employed in something you enjoy, you never have to go to work […]

Presidential Effort

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 16, 2009 in General Discussion, News | No Comments >>

On President’s Day, you were given a glimpse of a solid effort. This race was the G-3 Southwest at Oaklawn Park. They were traveling one mile today, and that may be one mile closer to the Kentucky Derby. Only time will tell, and that stands at ten weeks right now. Larry Jones is the conditioner, […]

Oh, So Close…

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 15, 2009 in General Discussion, News | No Comments >>

In the world of racing, there has to be a stimulus plan as well to ensure survival. The game finds itself floundering, and in the heart of horse country, there is no exception. A revised version of House Speaker Greg Stumbo’s bill, to allow video lottery terminals at racetracks, passed the House Licensing and Occupations […]