Posts Tagged ‘New York racing’

Lucky Man

by Ed Meyer

posted on July 21, 2011 in General Discussion, Horse Racing | 4 Comments >>

Everyone has heard the saying that some are blessed, or have the luck of the Irish… Well, I don’t know which fits, but I do believe in luck. I knew a guy who always loved the races. His first job in the sport of kings was parking cars in the bitter cold. But, he loved […]

Plenty Of Time

by Ed Meyer

posted on March 15, 2011 in General Discussion, Handicapping, Kentucky Derby | 1 Comment >>

The Derby will be here soon enough. That is a fact, and no matter if it rains 5 inches or snows a foot, it is a beautiful day. But, before you get all gussied up with hat and mint julep in hand, know that there is still plenty of great action coming your way. The […]

Free Belmont Picks

by Ed Meyer

posted on September 22, 2010 in Free Picks and Tips | No Comments >>

Oh, sweet New York…. I love the racing in the area, and with Saratoga closed, the regulars will ship back, and New York will take shape once again. Belmont – Wednesday Race #1 – #3 Nicole H (8-5) Ramon Dominguez in the saddle for Mike Hushion. They are 7/9 in 2010, and comes two off […]

Free Belmont Picks

by Ed Meyer

posted on September 10, 2010 in Free Picks and Tips | 1 Comment >>

There is a guaranteed $300,000 Pick-4. It covers races 7-10, and it offers up some sweet action… Take a look at this ticket, and be sure to check it out with the tiers. Belmont – Saturday Race #7 Be sure to spread out with: #10 Keechi Bullet (4-1), who is dropping in class, and #2 […]

Free Saratoga Pick 4 Selections – Woodward Stakes

by Ed Meyer

posted on September 4, 2010 in Free Picks and Tips, Other Events | No Comments >>

OK, the undercard has gotten us this far. It is time to step up, and take advantage of the $500,000 guaranteed Pick-4. Here is an outline that you may want to run against the tier levels, and see if they may allow for a big score in a series of races that may have a […]

Free Saratoga Tips

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 26, 2010 in Free Picks and Tips | No Comments >>

We did pretty well on Wednesday, but as predicted, they would not pay much. There was a huge Pick-6 carryover, and WinningPonies is always dialed to cash in. Saratoga – Thursday Race #2 – #1 Stargleam (4-1) Ramon Dominguez up for Chris Engelhardt (20%). 1/1 at The Spa, and comes fresh off a claim where […]

Free Saratoga Picks

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 25, 2010 in Free Picks and Tips | 2 Comments >>

I like some plays at The Spa on Wednesday, but the only thing is that they won’t light up the board alone. You are going to have to dig in, and find some value from the WinningPonies tier levels to make it a sweet pay day. Saratoga – Wednesday Race #1 – #1 Remark (9-5) […]

Travers Is America’s Stakes Race For The Ages

by Greg Melikov

posted on August 18, 2010 in General Discussion, Other Events | 4 Comments >>

The Travers is America’s oldest recorded stakes race for thoroughbreds, staged in a most historic setting – Saratoga Springs. The area about 160 miles north of New York City began attracting wealthy pilgrims because of carbonated mineral springs. It’s where decisive battles were fought during the American Revolution and Civil War. The 1777 Battle of […]

Free Saratoga Tips

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 5, 2010 in Free Picks and Tips | No Comments >>

Nothing like a hump day winner!  I like a few picks early in the card, and I think they can be paired up for multi-race gimmicks. Take a look, and be sure to compare the tier levels of the predictions to find value. Saratoga – Thursday Race #1 – #7 Arcadius (3-1) Brian Crowley, and […]

Free Saratoga Picks

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 2, 2010 in Free Picks and Tips | No Comments >>

This week is going to be a scorcher across the country. The racing will be just as hot, and what a way to start off your week than with a few winners to either make up for any losses, or begin again for this weekend early? Saratoga – Monday Race #1 – #8 Spirit of […]