Archive for November, 2020

Thanksgiving Free Selections – 11/26/2020

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 25, 2020 in Blogroll, Free Picks and Tips, Handicapping, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on Thanksgiving Free Selections – 11/26/2020

Pass the drumstick and I’ll have some more stuffing. – Oh, and while you’re at it, how about some free selections to cap off a great day watching horse racing on Thanksgiving? – You got it. – Best of luck, and Happy Turkey Day from your friends at Winning Ponies!   Churchill Downs   Race […]

Thanksgiving 2020 – Things to Be Grateful

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 25, 2020 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on Thanksgiving 2020 – Things to Be Grateful

  Norman Rockwell would be at a loss for artistic creativity in the year 2020. The COVID-19 Pandemic has changed the way we’ll see life for many moons to come. With daily projections skyrocketing and states locking down little by little. Even grandma would be hitting the eggnog or holiday punch long before dinner was […]

Cajun Homecoming

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 25, 2020 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on Cajun Homecoming

  As we drive, fly, or find our seat on a Greyhound, many make the trek back home to gather around the table for good conversation and incredible food. – But, this year is different. – No matter where we find ourselves sitting or what dinner we’re having. – Let the reminder of past Thanksgiving’s […]

Thinking About Giving Thanks

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 17, 2020 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on Thinking About Giving Thanks

Just a few days until we would have gathered around a large table with family and friends. I guess a Norman Rockwell painting would have done it justice, but this year may be a little different. 2020 will be the year to be grateful for what we have, and not what we are doing without. […]

Free Selections – Churchill – Wednesday, 11/18/20

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 17, 2020 in Blogroll, Free Picks and Tips, General Discussion, Handicapping, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on Free Selections – Churchill – Wednesday, 11/18/20

The world’s most historic track is in the final furlong of the race meet. Breeders’ Cup is in the books, the backward Triple Crown looks forward to next year, and fans await their chance to walk in the gate and enjoy a normal day at the races. – Let’s keep the bankroll moving forward and […]

Bad Beats; Race Track Regrets

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 16, 2020 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Handicapping, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on Bad Beats; Race Track Regrets

Without fail you can remember every bad beat with laser-like precision. Winners are sweet, but the losses are like a bad taste in your mouth you can’t get rid of. –  We’ve all had them and hopefully, we’ll have plenty of stories telling tales of the big win.   You’ll never forget your first:   […]

Bet the Farm

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 14, 2020 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on Bet the Farm

There is more truth to the title than you’d ever believe. I really have to be careful about how I recall this story because my friend is a regular reader. – ” Hell, I don’t care if you tell the story, just don’t mention my name and tell it right. My wife would be mad […]

The One That Got Away

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 9, 2020 in Blogroll, Breeders Cup, General Discussion, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on The One That Got Away

If you listen closely, you can still hear the pick-five / four tickets being tossed on the floor. Mine included. – But, in keeping with my betting average of one good day, and one where I didn’t know my name. 2020 was not any different. – I look back on a weekend filled with incredible […]

Last Minute Handicapping

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 6, 2020 in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Last Minute Handicapping

    If you’re getting down to the nitty-gritty of handicapping. Now is the time to really buckle down. – Not that you haven’t, or been slacking. But for many in the final hours, it’s like cramming for your history exam. – Some just want to get it over and let the betting begin. But, […]

Live Long$hot$ – Breeder$’ Cup – $aturday

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 6, 2020 in Breeders Cup, Free Picks and Tips, Handicapping, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on Live Long$hot$ – Breeder$’ Cup – $aturday

Nothing like some knockout prices to get your inner-handicapper rolling. Here are some solid prices that could make your exotics and make your day a winner! – (Bets) of luck from your friends at Winning Ponies!   Guaranteed Pick-Five / $2 Million   Race #8 – The G1 BC Mile – 1 mile on turf […]