Noble’s Promise is the only horse in the 74th Arkansas Derby guaranteed a spot in the Kentucky Derby, no matter where he finishes on Saturday. The son of Cuvee is No. 2 in graded stakes earnings behind the horse that beat him three times, no more than three-quarters of a length in any race. Noble’s […]
On Saturday at Keeneland, there will be some three-year-olds throwing all of their cards on the table, as they have one of the last chances at the run for the roses. It should be a good weekend, and this should be a nice day even with the expected rain. Keeneland – Thursday 4/8 Race #2 […]
I was watching a video with Dana Parham, who last year wagered around $300 million dollars. I listened intently, and took in how he and his staff make multiple wagers at the buzzer; what they consider great prices, and what they are willing to take with their computerized programs. Knowing that people like this exist […]
Most of the 3-year-olds running in the 86th Blue Grass Stakes need to win or run second to make the field in America’s Race on May 1. It’s a simple case of money talks and losers walk. The $2 million Kentucky Derby has been restricted to 20 starters since 1975, while graded stakes earnings accumulated […]
Here’s the updated list of my Top 10 contenders for the Kentucky Derby from bottom to top Dave Letterman style: Rule: Trainer Todd Pletcher’s horse had his four-in-a-row streak stopped in the Florida Derby, finishing third after setting a very fast pace. Experts called it a tightener. Louisville awaits him. Next race: Kentucky Derby. Conveyance: […]
Tuesday is back… Not many big races going, but there is always action with some small circuits that can offer value. You may have to stretch out to find multiple race plays, but it is there all the same. Beulah Race #3 – #5 -Playing Posse (8-1). Dean Sarvis in the irons, and Chris Melton […]
We read daily about the ever-changing landscape of racing in America. There are many tracks in the country that will face some tough decisions in this next year. You have read about my insights on the competition facing our sport. This year, for the track where I work, there will be change. It will be […]
Nothing ever remains the same. This is the call of the bold, that stands directly to face the wind. Some take the easy path, and call it tradition. Some choose to shed the old skin, and become that beautiful butterfly. Every spring, she spreads her wings for 15 days in Lexington, Kentucky. Keeneland Race Course […]
I live for weekend wagering… Don’t you? Especially this time of year, there is a cornucopia of action of the best runners from the biggest connections. But, as fun as they are to watch, some real value may lay just beneath the surface. The marquee days have a big G-1 or G-2 race that takes […]
It is that time. The sun is shining, and spring is upon…. The races are blooming and that only means one thing…. “It is post time.” Hawthorne Race #7 – Ill Derby – #6 – Dave in Dixie (9-2). Jose Valdivia has the call for John Sadler, and he has been facing the best of […]
