Archive for February, 2012

What To Bet, And When To Do It

I was asked by one of our WinningPonies members, what type of races I like to play and which ones do I leave alone. That may be the million dollar question for a gambler, but there is an answer for me. Everyone has their own method to selecting races, and others fire at will. But, […]

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

by Greg Melikov

posted on February 15, 2012 in Free Picks and Tips, General Discussion, Handicapping, Horse Racing, Kentucky Derby | No Comments >>

The first edition of this year’s Top 10 Kentucky Derby contenders includes several horses in the stable of top trainer Todd Pletcher. While it’s a long road to the Run for the Roses, here’s my list of the leading sophomores from bottom to top Dave Letterman’s style: Rousing Sermon: This Cal-bred with a slew of […]

Race Analysis for Fair Grounds

by Horstradamus

posted on February 14, 2012 in Free Picks and Tips, Horse Racing, News, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

A great betting race is coming up at the Fair Grounds on Thursday, February 16th.  The 9th race on the card is a 1 mile event on the turf for maidens 3, 4, and 5 years old.  Though this race is an open event all 13 entrants are males.  What makes this race so attractive […]

Weekend Racing Recap – Feb 13, 2012

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 13, 2012 in General Discussion, Horse Racing, News, Other Events, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

The card at Gulfstream was great, and I have to say even with the expected off-track, players had much of their focus and bankroll in Hallandale. Here is a glimpse of  racing at Gulfstream and beyond, as we keep you up to speed as we enjoyed some winter racing. Gulfstream Park The G-2 Hutcheson It was […]

Free Gulfstream Park Picks – Feb 11, 2012

by Ed Meyer

posted on February 10, 2012 in Free Picks and Tips, Handicapping, Horse Racing | 1 Comment >>

There is nothing like the sound of thundering hooves making the trek to Louisville for the first Saturday in May. I have been watching races, and waiting for the “big horse” to appear. I have a few that are top of the class right now, but it is still a little early to make up […]

Melikov’s Horses to Watch, Feb 2012

by Greg Melikov

posted on February 6, 2012 in Free Picks and Tips, Handicapping, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | 1 Comment >>

Horses worth watching, a list of runners compiled by handicapper/turf writer Greg Melikov, should do well next time out. These thoroughbreds won nine times, finished second three times and ran third five times since Dec. 18. They’re worth considering when developing your wagering strategy for online betting or at your favorite track. AQUEDUCT Jackin My […]

Two Stakes in Florida, California Lure Sophomore Runners

by Greg Melikov

posted on February 1, 2012 in General Discussion, Horse Racing, Kentucky Derby, News, Other Events | No Comments >>

Reveron goes for his fourth consecutive victory in the Sam F. Davis Stakes at Tampa Bay Downs since breaking his maiden last fall at Calder Race Course. The son of Songandaprayer is coming off a victory in the New Year’s Day Gulfstream Park Derby at 1 1/16 miles, the same distance as Saturday’s race. Reveron […]