Archive for August, 2009

Spa Treatment [Free Selections]

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 31, 2009 in Free Picks and Tips | 3 Comments >>

Everybody needs a little T.L.C….. How about swapping a massage for a couple of runners to look at on the Wednesday card at Saratoga? I like a steam and a massage, but right now, I want to have some cold hard cash. The massage can wait… Wednesday is just two days away. You need to […]

Rumble At The River [Free Selections]

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 31, 2009 in Free Picks and Tips | No Comments >>

The small circuits are beginning to be a big part of my wagering menu. To think for many years, I have overlooked this angle and only watched the big tracks. Oh well, live and learn… And hopefully prosper…. River Downs on a Tuesday is a solid place to play. The weather is going to be great, […]

Second Chances

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 31, 2009 in General Discussion | 2 Comments >>

If you have a soft spot for someone in a bad way, let it be now… No, this is not life threatening, but it could be a career ending mistake that could have future health problems, and be a sad day for racing. I first saw Miguel Mena ride at Turfway Park. Early on, he looked […]

Good Move

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 29, 2009 in General Discussion, Other Events | No Comments >>

The Travers was a quagmire. The track almost looked like it was washing away to me. Many of the runners looked to be slipping and sliding, and the track looked like ice at times. I am glad Rachel Alexandra passed on this race. With a track condition like this, anything goes. The Derby winner Mine […]

Mule Man

by Ed Meyer

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

I have watched many tracks over the years, and the bull-rings offer value for your money. If you cannot get your money’s worth, then you never will see a show like this. If you follow tracks that are half-mile to 7/8ths oval, then you may enjoy the fair circuits. Our friend “Pistol Pete Aiello” loves […]

Weather For Ducks [Free Selections]

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 29, 2009 in Free Picks and Tips | 1 Comment >>

The Travers Stakes should, and will be run. No matter what the weather, there is a great day of racing on tap for you. That is, if you prepare yourself with the selection box on the form that allows you to change up track conditions. Mr. Weatherman is calling for an all-day rain, but it […]

Ohmmmmmm

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 28, 2009 in General Discussion | No Comments >>

Each day I walk the track and see what is happening. To see faces and the patrons coming in daily is a neat way to get to the bottom line. I see many in the same places. Especially one jockey who has caught my eye time and time again…. Edgar Paucar is a rider on […]

Pick More

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 28, 2009 in General Discussion, Other Events | No Comments >>

This Saturday, there is a $1 million dollar guaranteed Pick-4 at Saratoga. This covers the race leading into the Travers Stakes. You have to love this wager for many reasons. One, it is going to cover great races.  Number two, it will pay about 25% more than usual, if not higher. I will have to […]

The Show Will Go On… [Free Selection]

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 26, 2009 in Free Picks and Tips, Other Events | No Comments >>

This Saturday is the 140th running of the Travers Stakes. There will be no Derby winner, and the beast from the East, Rachel Alexandra will be skipping this round. One thing is for sure, the race will be fast, and it will be good. There should be plenty of pace with the likes of Our […]

History Will Be Made

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 25, 2009 in General Discussion, Other Events | No Comments >>

In the summer, we know it is almost over when the Travers Stakes is coming our way. The Spa offers some of the best racing in the country, and it never disappoints. The Mid-Summers Derby, as it is called, is the oldest stakes race in the U.S., and is the highlight of the Saratoga meet. […]