Archive for October, 2009

See You In Church [Free Selection]

by Ed Meyer

posted on October 31, 2009 in Free Picks and Tips, Handicapping | 1 Comment >>

Mom would say there is a place in purgatory for me for saying something like that. But, I will see you at church…. Churchill….. Sunday opens a new meeting in Kentucky. Keeneland closes, and it is time for the Twin Spires to shine in the autumn sunlight. I would like for you to dig in […]

The Leaves Are Falling [Free Selection]

by Ed Meyer

posted on October 30, 2009 in Free Picks and Tips | No Comments >>

A horseplayer judges the season by what tracks and which meet is in session. This is a gambler’s almanac, and it never fails…. Keeneland has one more day to close out 2009… The spring brings the hope of things to come, and the fall meet allows us to see many of the best in the […]

Hot Plays At Hawthorne [Free Selection]

by Ed Meyer

posted on October 30, 2009 in Free Picks and Tips | No Comments >>

I play Hawthorne as my plan “B” track most of the time. I spot play, and look for value. Saturday offers up a full complement, and you better dial up your data early to get ready for a great day of racing in Cicero. I like some runners, and after looking at my W/P data, I […]

Golden Ticket

by Ed Meyer

posted on October 30, 2009 in Breeders Cup, General Discussion | No Comments >>

Today, I had three calls from very good players. The odds that three called on one day is high, but the ask on their mind was not over the fence. But, I could not help anyone on this day. The Breeders’ Cup is a powerhouse. They charge a GREAT PERCENTAGE of takeout and the tracks […]

Kicked Out

by Ed Meyer

posted on October 30, 2009 in General Discussion | No Comments >>

The NYRA is not playing around. Just ask Jeff Mullins….. I think the stance they are taking is a little strong, and maybe should be rethought. Mullins is being barred from New York tracks for six months. He was charged for giving one of his runners an unknown substance. He was caught lying about it, […]

Pea Patch Is Closed

by Ed Meyer

posted on October 30, 2009 in General Discussion | No Comments >>

The little track in Western Kentucky has closed the doors for winter. This is just a sign of things to come. With the lack of energy in the business, this may be the only way to survive. I have heard that less is more. Kentucky has cut dates by over 25% throughout the state. This […]

New Plays

by Ed Meyer

posted on October 29, 2009 in Breeders Cup, General Discussion | No Comments >>

I do have to say that I like the idea of the wager of playing which rider will ride the most winners on the B/C cards. This takes it to the player, and offers a new twist on a great weekend… Players from around the globe will wager on this. It may take a few years […]

The Making of a Rider

by Ed Meyer

posted on October 29, 2009 in General Discussion | No Comments >>

I was at work and came across a great article from Perth Now, which comes from the land down under. It had all of the elements that Damien Oliver felt were needed to make a complete jockey. He came up with a few things that I really liked…. He has his game on, and one […]

Baby Steps

by Ed Meyer

posted on October 27, 2009 in General Discussion | No Comments >>

It seems that every time that I speak with another racing manager, the concept of dipping handle is always at the top of the list.  So, after being so tired of hearing about this, I have decided to at least formulate a plan, and I have bounced it off of those who make decisions. The tide […]

Money Is King (When It Comes To Advertising)

by Ed Meyer

posted on October 26, 2009 in General Discussion | 2 Comments >>

In the state of Ohio, the idea of having alternative gaming is like watching the same movie over and, over, and over….. OK, we get the people don’t want it… Then, tax the hell out of them… Oh, they don’t want that either…. What’s a person to do? Governor Strickland, you have a tough job. How […]