Archive for 2009

The Comeback

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 8, 2009 in General Discussion | No Comments >>

My grandpa used to tell me that all horse players will die broke. I never really understood these words until I became an older man. No matter how good you are, it all gets left behind. I have seen many that never seem to lose. They could fall into a sewer pipe and come out […]

Little Places, Big Memories

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 8, 2009 in General Discussion, News | No Comments >>

My dad used to take me long before I was able to drive; usually on Derby Day, when we would go to a VFW and bet with a local bookmaker in the basement. These were simple times. The time that I was introduced to a small harness track in Lebanon, Ohio. A half mile oval, […]

Silence

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 6, 2009 in General Discussion | No Comments >>

The horse are going into the gate, and that only means one thing, “It is now post time!” These words have been echoed through the mic of many great race callers. I have met many, but few will measure up to a man known as the “Goof on the Roof.” If you ever heard the […]

Making The Grade

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 6, 2009 in General Discussion | No Comments >>

For the men and women who play in contests all year long, your reward is coming soon. The NTRA finals will be held at the Red Rock Casino in Las Vegas.  On January 29 and 30 of 2010, some skillful players will fly home with a little more jingle in their pockets. I know people […]

The Horse Spa

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 2, 2009 in General Discussion | No Comments >>

We all like a little pampering. A nice massage, a swim, and a visit for a manicure. Just another day followed by lunch and wine tasting. Except if you’re an 1,100 lb horse, and you need your pampering too. A little farm near Florence is just the place. First, a horse has all four hooves […]

And The Survey Says…

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 2, 2009 in General Discussion | No Comments >>

It depends on who you ask… I have talked to many that roll up the wagering carpet after the Breeders’ Cup. But then, I find those who look for trainers who target certain meets, and this can lead to value. So, you decide. Are you tired of winning, or do you want keep the train […]

Turfway Tips

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 2, 2009 in Educational Articles, Handicapping, Help/Educational Articles | 2 Comments >>

If you want the inside scoop on what to look for, and what a player needs to have in hand, you are in the right place at the right time.  Just download your data, and take a look at these little nuggets. There is no exact diagram or design for winning at Turfway Park. But […]

Weekend Racing Recap

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 30, 2009 in General Discussion, News, Other Events | 2 Comments >>

This week actually began with quality racing on Thursday (Thanksgiving Day) through Sunday. We will give you a glimpse of some of the best races that the tracks had to offer. We will begin our national recap with Aqueduct. Thursday – The Fall High Weight Handicap / G-3 – Cherokee Country made a strong finish […]

Lucky Louie

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 30, 2009 in General Discussion | 1 Comment >>

Sometimes, I think there are angels that walk among us. They are disguised as regular people, but do the little extra things that make life easier for those needing it the most. Or, at least that is what I would like to think. Louie was from France. The word “was” has led you to believe […]

Kentucky Racing Shifts [Free Selections]

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 28, 2009 in Free Picks and Tips | No Comments >>

The winter is long and cold. Those are the dates that will take place at Turfway Park in Florence, Kentucky. This year, they will open as always on the final Sunday in November. It is the other months that reflect the hurt that racing will feel in the Bluegrass. The action is good, and the […]