Posts Tagged ‘Las Vegas’

Say It Ain’t So…

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 19, 2013 in Blogroll, Breeders Cup, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

Once upon a time, race tracks could be found in every state that allowed betting. If you wanted to bet, you had to make your way to the track and watch the ponies. Vegas was yet to be born, and the lottery and casinos were something you read about. Oh, there were plenty of bookies […]

The Full Time Grind

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 20, 2013 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Handicapping, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

I was hanging around the house watching football when an old friend gave me a call. He was telling me how life was going, and all seemed well. Tom has been a part of an investment group started by his brother, and they have been doing great. Even when the market was going through some rough […]

When in Doubt…

My mother used to tell me as a young boy, “when in doubt do nothing at all.”  This may be all and good, but what did it really mean? It has taken many years, and some long walks to the car, but I think I finally figured out what she was saying. For me, playing the […]

Chasing The Ace

by Ed Meyer

posted on May 21, 2013 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

The track is like a holy place of worship. Where else in the world can you hear thousands of fans speaking to their maker with wishful tones all at once?  I have seen some of the biggest, best, and most interesting players in the sport. Not because I had a special seat, or had a ticket […]

Go West Young Man!

I was reading an article from the Baltimore Sun, and I had chills run down my arm. Long time handicapper/odds maker Frank Carulli is calling it quits in Maryland. I thought he may have had a great gig at a bigger circuit, or was being crowned for his years of dedicated service. But, after reading […]

Day at the Races

by Ed Meyer

posted on April 22, 2013 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

We have grown use to having the ease of wagering from the comfort of our home, or the seat in our office. But if you are looking for that tonic that gets your sporting blood pumping make plans to take in a day of live racing action. It takes us back to where we all began. […]

Grade One Gambler

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 17, 2013 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Handicapping, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | 2 Comments >>

I have a good friend who loves to play in tournaments. He loves the action, the camaraderie, and of course the money… If you strike gold once, it can make your entire year. With that in mind, this player has some serious thinking to do. There is an incredible contest held at Keeneland. It is called […]

No Kids, No Fun, and No Business

by Ed Meyer

posted on January 22, 2013 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | 2 Comments >>

We grew up going with grandpa, or making the weekend trek with dad to see the ponies. There were kiddie areas, game rooms, and of course ice cream. The many Memorial Day picnics we had as a family, still resonate in my memory bank today. Long story short, kids enjoy the races. If you doubt […]

Double Dip

by Ed Meyer

posted on January 10, 2013 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

It is rare to meet someone who really makes a living at the races. We have read books and watched TV series about the colorful characters. But how many do you really know? They are a rare gem to find. And when you stumble across one they leave you believing in the magic. First, you […]

The Last Race

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 3, 2012 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

Sunday afternoon found me in an old familiar place. I was at Turfway Park helping out with a handicapping contest. For many moons I ran the show, but on this day I was helping a friend continue the tradition. You could say it felt like old times… My job was getting people registered, answering questions […]