Derby weekend is almost here and the post positions have been drawn. The 141st Run For The Roses is scheduled this Saturday, May 2nd at Churchill Downs at 6:34pm Eastern (TV: NBC). All eyes will be on the lukewarm favorite American Pharoah (5-2), who has had an amazing sophomore year thus far. It’s scary that he […]
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The days leading up to the Derby were magical. Reading the “Racing Edition” in the local newspaper, and listening to stretch calls on radio with my Dad. There was not much television coverage with the exception of the Derby race itself. I look back and think about the times spent with a man who was my friend, […]
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This week will be full of chock-full of how-to and what-to-look-for info. The final works are being tabulated, and the weather channel will be the hottest watched program. The Derby clock is ticking away, and you’re finalizing your wagering plans. Here are some last minute wagering plans that you may want to examine. 1. […]
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They say you’ll never forget your first. You know, your first big score? – I don’t know if it was my biggest as a horse-player, but it surely goes down as one to remember. This past Saturday was the Lexington Stakes at Keeneland. The Lexington Stakes is contested at 1-1/16 miles over the new dirt surface […]
