Archive for February, 2012

Gotham Stakes Lures a Full Field of Sophomores

by Greg Melikov

posted on February 29, 2012 in Horse Racing, Kentucky Derby, News, Other Events | No Comments >>

The 59th Gotham Stakes on Saturday has attracted a full field of 3-year-olds, including stakes winners Hansen, King and Crusader, Battle Hardened and Pretension. Hansen, the 2011 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile champ, will attempt to rebound from his runner-up performance in Gulfstream Park’s Holy Bull during which he almost fell breaking from the gate. The son […]

Greg Melikov’s Top Ten 2012 Kentucky Derby Contenders – Second Edition

by Greg Melikov

posted on February 29, 2012 in Free Picks and Tips, General Discussion, Handicapping, Horse Racing, Kentucky Derby | No Comments >>

Here’s my updated ranking of the Top 10 Kentucky Derby contenders from bottom to top Dave Letterman’s style: Gemologist: The Todd Pletcher trainee boasts two of his three triumphs at Churchill Downs. The son of Tiznow has the same connections as Super Saver, who captured the ’10 Derby. Next start: Oaklawn Park’s Rebel on March […]

The Blues?

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 24, 2012 in General Discussion, Horse Racing, Kentucky Derby, News, Other Events | No Comments >>

I was reading a little ditty about the Breeders’ Cup winner Hansen. It is a feel good story for horse owners. His owner is Dr. Kendall Hansen, and he has a big barn of two runners. His stark white colt by Tapit is eye-catching. When he won by a scary 1/2 length at Churchill Downs in […]

Free Gulfstream Park Picks – Feb 25/26, 2012

  This weekend many eyes will be on Florida. There will be some questions that get answered one way or the other, and horseplayers will have a better glimpse of who goes on and who falls behind a bit. But, in the meantime we can buckle down and take our shot this weekend. Gulfstream Park […]

Fountain of Youth May Be Two-Horse Race

by Greg Melikov

posted on February 23, 2012 in Horse Racing, Kentucky Derby, News, Other Events | No Comments >>

The 66th running of the Fountain of Youth Stakes may turn out to be a two-horse battle at Gulfstream Park. Undefeated Algorithms, who debuted at Belmont last June with a five-furlong sprint victory by more than five lengths, is going for his fourth straight triumph; his second at the South Florida track. The son of […]

Melikov’s Horses to Watch, Feb 2012, cont.

by Greg Melikov

posted on February 22, 2012 in Free Picks and Tips, Handicapping, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

Horses worth watching, a list of runners compiled by handicapper/turf writer Greg Melikov, should do well next time out. These thoroughbreds won 11 times, finished second four times and ran third twice since Jan. 16. They’re worth considering when developing your wagering strategy for online betting or at your favorite track. AQUEDUCT Greeley’s Law: Chased […]

No More Security

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 22, 2012 in General Discussion, Horse Racing | No Comments >>

Ted was the kinda guy who always had a smile, or a kind word. He would help you long before he would do for himself. He started working in security so long ago; I don’t think they had invented flashlights yet. But even in the darkness he always shined bright. To extinguish the light he brought […]

Whale Bait

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 20, 2012 in General Discussion, Horse Racing | 2 Comments >>

I have worked at tracks for years. There was a big player who would fit the category of a whale. They said,  “you would never break him as he had so much money.” We’ll call him “Big Daddy” as to not insult anyone. He loved to play horses, and bet football. Everyday I would walk […]

Free Horse Racing Picks – Feb 18, 2012

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 18, 2012 in Free Picks and Tips, Handicapping, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | 2 Comments >>

With every passing week the races will get a little bit better. This weekend is no exception, and before you make your first wager, take a look at the E-Z Win Forms to get the scoop on the best way to capture the elusive value all players seek. Golden Gate Race #8 – The El […]

Free Fair Grounds Picks – Feb 16, 2012

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 15, 2012 in Free Picks and Tips, Handicapping, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

Who says there is no such thing as a free lunch? Here are a few runners on Thursday that deserve a really hard look before making your final decisions. I am on a mission, and let’s get on the bus and go in for the big score and build a bankroll for the weekend. Fair […]