Belmont Park
Race 8: # 6 Cavallo Pazzo has won four straight races over four different tracks and should make it five in a row today. His connections have spotted him well in his last few starts and this distance and condition fits him well. Since his last he has a solid workout over his home base at Delaware and should be ready to roll today. Ramon Dominguez picks up the mount today.
Turfway Park
Race 6: # 4 Whispering Heat returns to her favorite oval and should get the job done today. She has been off since June and has a couple of decent workouts to show she is fit. She seems to like all-weather surfaces more the regular dirt so hopefully she will wake up over this oval. With James Lopez aboard look for a strong effort from Whispering Heat today.
Race 9: # 7 Bee Line's Edge drops in class for this effort and should step forward today. He picks up a softer condition for this run which is key and if he move forward off of his last effort he should win for fun. Victor Lebron picks up the mount which is a very good sign. Look for a strong run from Bee Line's Edge today.
Friday, October 2, 2009
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Spot Plays for 10/1/2009
Belmont Park
Race 2: # 7 Uno Peso has just missed in his last couple and should put it all together today. She has been facing weaker but seems to be rounding into form. She has faced some of these foes in the past and could fit right in. If on her game look for a strong effort from Uno Peso today.
Turfway Park
Race 9: # 3 On Your Knees makes a sideways move in the condition book looking to return to her winning ways. She has been competitive over the turf and dirt up at River and may get back to the winner's circle on the poly. She has been working hard since her last effort and should be fit for this effort. With Pablo Tolentino aboard look for a strong effort from On Your Knees
Race 2: # 7 Uno Peso has just missed in his last couple and should put it all together today. She has been facing weaker but seems to be rounding into form. She has faced some of these foes in the past and could fit right in. If on her game look for a strong effort from Uno Peso today.
Turfway Park
Race 9: # 3 On Your Knees makes a sideways move in the condition book looking to return to her winning ways. She has been competitive over the turf and dirt up at River and may get back to the winner's circle on the poly. She has been working hard since her last effort and should be fit for this effort. With Pablo Tolentino aboard look for a strong effort from On Your Knees
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Spot Play for 9/27/2009
Arlington Park
Race 2: # 1 Airtight didn't show anything in his debut but should improve today. He drops in class for this effort and move to the grass which could help him. His breeding suggest he may improve on the lawn and comes from a barn that is very strong. E. T. Baird rides which is a very good sign.
Race 2: # 1 Airtight didn't show anything in his debut but should improve today. He drops in class for this effort and move to the grass which could help him. His breeding suggest he may improve on the lawn and comes from a barn that is very strong. E. T. Baird rides which is a very good sign.
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/26/2009
Turfway Park
Race 7: # 3 Mountain Trail makes his second start today and should move forward off of his last. He lacked late punch over the Hoosier oval last time and may enjoy the poly at Turfway better. Offsprings of Cactus Ridge do very well over this oval and the jock switch to Joe Johnson might be key. Look for a winning effort from Mountain Trail today.
Race 10: # 10 Indescribable returns to all-weather racing today and should find the winner's circle. She has been going backwards lately but those efforts were against tougher on the turf at Saratoga. She moves back to polytrack where she has four of her six wins and gets Garret Gomez which is always a plus. Look for a good effort from Indescribable today.
Race 12: # 4 Big Push loves all-weather surfaces and should excel in his Turfway debut. He has three of his four wins on all-weather surfaces and trains over one at Fair Hill in Maryland. He has been working well for this effort and with Robby Albarado aboard look for a winning effort from Big Push today.
Race 13: # 9 Dubious Miss is rounding into form and should get home first today. He was a decent second last out over poly at Arlington and seems to handle it just as well as dirt. He gets the riding services of Calvin Borel who has never lost on this runner and should extend his win streak on Dubious Miss today.
Presque Isle Downs
Race 6: # 10 Angus Kahn is one for one over this oval and should return to his winning ways today. He didn't handle the dirt too well last out but seems to be a better runner on all-weather ovals. Since his last he has fired four strong workouts over the polytrack at Keeneland and seems fit to fire today. Ronnie Allen, Jr. rides which is key.
Race 7: # 3 Mountain Trail makes his second start today and should move forward off of his last. He lacked late punch over the Hoosier oval last time and may enjoy the poly at Turfway better. Offsprings of Cactus Ridge do very well over this oval and the jock switch to Joe Johnson might be key. Look for a winning effort from Mountain Trail today.
Race 10: # 10 Indescribable returns to all-weather racing today and should find the winner's circle. She has been going backwards lately but those efforts were against tougher on the turf at Saratoga. She moves back to polytrack where she has four of her six wins and gets Garret Gomez which is always a plus. Look for a good effort from Indescribable today.
Race 12: # 4 Big Push loves all-weather surfaces and should excel in his Turfway debut. He has three of his four wins on all-weather surfaces and trains over one at Fair Hill in Maryland. He has been working well for this effort and with Robby Albarado aboard look for a winning effort from Big Push today.
Race 13: # 9 Dubious Miss is rounding into form and should get home first today. He was a decent second last out over poly at Arlington and seems to handle it just as well as dirt. He gets the riding services of Calvin Borel who has never lost on this runner and should extend his win streak on Dubious Miss today.
Presque Isle Downs
Race 6: # 10 Angus Kahn is one for one over this oval and should return to his winning ways today. He didn't handle the dirt too well last out but seems to be a better runner on all-weather ovals. Since his last he has fired four strong workouts over the polytrack at Keeneland and seems fit to fire today. Ronnie Allen, Jr. rides which is key.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/23/2009
Belmont Park
Race 3: # 6 Malibu Prayer drops from graded stakes company for this effort and should improve. She just tired a little alst time and this shorter distance will be what she needs. Her last run over the Belmont oval was a second behind Rachel the Great so hopefully she learned something from that effort. She has lost to some great horses in the past and hopefully her class will show through today.
Turfway Park
Race 3: # 2 Diva At the Top makes her third start off of a layoff today and should step forward. She won off the bench and may have regressed in her last. A little time off and a return to her favorite surface should be key for Diva At the Top. Perry Ouzts retains the mount which is a good sign.
Race 6: # 4 Distorted Gem makes his second start off of a layoff and could be ready for this effort. He likes this oval and might have been over his head last out. Drops in claiming price today which should be key. He likes this oval and should step forward today.
Race 3: # 6 Malibu Prayer drops from graded stakes company for this effort and should improve. She just tired a little alst time and this shorter distance will be what she needs. Her last run over the Belmont oval was a second behind Rachel the Great so hopefully she learned something from that effort. She has lost to some great horses in the past and hopefully her class will show through today.
Turfway Park
Race 3: # 2 Diva At the Top makes her third start off of a layoff today and should step forward. She won off the bench and may have regressed in her last. A little time off and a return to her favorite surface should be key for Diva At the Top. Perry Ouzts retains the mount which is a good sign.
Race 6: # 4 Distorted Gem makes his second start off of a layoff and could be ready for this effort. He likes this oval and might have been over his head last out. Drops in claiming price today which should be key. He likes this oval and should step forward today.
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/20/2009
Belmont Park
Race 6: # 6 Asphalt ran okay in his debut and should improve greatly today. He is bred to love the turf and trying it today should be the key to victory. His last race might be key as the second place finisher came back to win. With Ramon Dominguez aboard look for a winning effort from Asphalt today.
Woodbine
Race 4: # 6 Points of Grace returns to her favorite surface and should improve today. She got bumped around last time against much tougher at Arlington and could step forward with a cleaner trip. Her last run over the Woodbine turf was a winning one and with the underrated Luis Contreras aboard look for a good run from Points of Grace today.
Race 8: # 5 Marsh Side has been working well for this effort and should fire well today. He might have been a little tired after coming back from Dubai and didn't run all that well in his two return outings. Since then he has had some time off and some strong works out in California and one decent work over the oval. He won last year's Canadian International and could be getting ready to defend his title. Look for a good run from Marsh Side today.
Race 10: # 5 Bribon is a flat mile specialist and should run big today. He might be better on dirt than turf but he can handle the lawn okay. He has won or been competitive in some of the best mile races in the U.S. and should fire today. Look for Alan Garcia to guide Bribon home first today.
Race 6: # 6 Asphalt ran okay in his debut and should improve greatly today. He is bred to love the turf and trying it today should be the key to victory. His last race might be key as the second place finisher came back to win. With Ramon Dominguez aboard look for a winning effort from Asphalt today.
Woodbine
Race 4: # 6 Points of Grace returns to her favorite surface and should improve today. She got bumped around last time against much tougher at Arlington and could step forward with a cleaner trip. Her last run over the Woodbine turf was a winning one and with the underrated Luis Contreras aboard look for a good run from Points of Grace today.
Race 8: # 5 Marsh Side has been working well for this effort and should fire well today. He might have been a little tired after coming back from Dubai and didn't run all that well in his two return outings. Since then he has had some time off and some strong works out in California and one decent work over the oval. He won last year's Canadian International and could be getting ready to defend his title. Look for a good run from Marsh Side today.
Race 10: # 5 Bribon is a flat mile specialist and should run big today. He might be better on dirt than turf but he can handle the lawn okay. He has won or been competitive in some of the best mile races in the U.S. and should fire today. Look for Alan Garcia to guide Bribon home first today.
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/19/2009
Woodbine
Race 5: # 6 Elusive Galaxy just missed against graded company last out and should move forward today. She faced tough foes back in Ireland and should have a class edge over this group. She gets lasix for the first time today and the riding services of Rafael Bejarano which will be key. Look for a winning effort from Elusive Galaxy today
Race 8: # 8 Fantastico Roberto ships north of the boarder for this effort and should run big today. His connections paid good money to get him into this race so he must be ready to roll. He scratched out of a race on Labor Day and has a good work since then for this start. Chris DeCarlo ships up for the mount
Louisiana Downs
Race 8: # 8 William's Kitten was roughed up in his last start and hopefully he can improve from that run. Since that effort he has put in a solid workout and his last start might be key as the winner has come back to win since that effort. He gets Garret Gomez aboard which is very positive. If the race stays on the grass look for William's Kitten to run big today.
Turfway Park/Kentucky Downs
Race 3: # 6 Blushing Bear didn't show much against tougher in France last out and should improve today. She has been working well since shipping to the states and should enjoy a little firmer footing. With Rosemary Homeister, Jr. aboard look for a good effort from Blushing Bear today.
Race 8: # 7 Maestro Miss makes her first start today and should run well. Her works have been okay and her breeding suggest she can handle polytrack and this long distance. Ken McPeek does wonders with two-year-olds and should have Maestro Miss ready to roll in her debut.
Race 10: # 6 Hold the Salt smashed a 19-year-old track record in his last outing at River and should run a big race today. He loves this oval with two wins from two starts and should have an advantage over this bunch. His last out may be key as the second place finisher came back to win in his next out. Look for a big run from Hold the Salt today.
Arlington Park
Race 5: # 8 Maple Heights is bred to run all day on the lawn and should fire first out today. Her works have been strong for the debut and she gets Jesse Campbell who has been on fire as of late. The outside post will not hurt and surely Maple Heights can run a big one today.
Race 5: # 6 Elusive Galaxy just missed against graded company last out and should move forward today. She faced tough foes back in Ireland and should have a class edge over this group. She gets lasix for the first time today and the riding services of Rafael Bejarano which will be key. Look for a winning effort from Elusive Galaxy today
Race 8: # 8 Fantastico Roberto ships north of the boarder for this effort and should run big today. His connections paid good money to get him into this race so he must be ready to roll. He scratched out of a race on Labor Day and has a good work since then for this start. Chris DeCarlo ships up for the mount
Louisiana Downs
Race 8: # 8 William's Kitten was roughed up in his last start and hopefully he can improve from that run. Since that effort he has put in a solid workout and his last start might be key as the winner has come back to win since that effort. He gets Garret Gomez aboard which is very positive. If the race stays on the grass look for William's Kitten to run big today.
Turfway Park/Kentucky Downs
Race 3: # 6 Blushing Bear didn't show much against tougher in France last out and should improve today. She has been working well since shipping to the states and should enjoy a little firmer footing. With Rosemary Homeister, Jr. aboard look for a good effort from Blushing Bear today.
Race 8: # 7 Maestro Miss makes her first start today and should run well. Her works have been okay and her breeding suggest she can handle polytrack and this long distance. Ken McPeek does wonders with two-year-olds and should have Maestro Miss ready to roll in her debut.
Race 10: # 6 Hold the Salt smashed a 19-year-old track record in his last outing at River and should run a big race today. He loves this oval with two wins from two starts and should have an advantage over this bunch. His last out may be key as the second place finisher came back to win in his next out. Look for a big run from Hold the Salt today.
Arlington Park
Race 5: # 8 Maple Heights is bred to run all day on the lawn and should fire first out today. Her works have been strong for the debut and she gets Jesse Campbell who has been on fire as of late. The outside post will not hurt and surely Maple Heights can run a big one today.
Friday, September 18, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/18/2009
Belmont Park
Race 3: # 2 Midshipman returns from the bench today and the 2-year-old champion of last year should be ready to fire fresh. He has been workings strongly for this debut and he is bred to handle this distance. This biggest question is how will he handle conventional dirt but that shouldn't be a problem for him. He goes to a new barn and gets a new jock in Richard Migliore and hopefully they can get home on top today.
Race 8: # 4 Inca King steps back up in class for this effort but should run well today. He won against high-end claimers last out and that field was pretty tough. He has the back class to fit in this spot and should get home first today. Shaun Bridgmohan rides for Steve Asmussen
Arlington Park
Race 8: # 9 Cosmic King woke up last out on the turf and should handle this move up in class. His last race looks key as the second place finisher has come back to win on the turf at Arlington. Since his last run he has put in two strong workouts and should be fit for this run. With Junior Alvarado aboard look for a winning effort from Cosmic King today.
Turfway Park
Race 9: # 1 Lady Seattle returns to her favorite oval and should turn things around today. She hasn't shown much as of late but she didn't take to the turf at Indy or the all-weather at Presque Isle. All of her wins are over this oval and surface and hopefully she can improve her form. With Julio Felix aboard look for a winning effort today.
Race 3: # 2 Midshipman returns from the bench today and the 2-year-old champion of last year should be ready to fire fresh. He has been workings strongly for this debut and he is bred to handle this distance. This biggest question is how will he handle conventional dirt but that shouldn't be a problem for him. He goes to a new barn and gets a new jock in Richard Migliore and hopefully they can get home on top today.
Race 8: # 4 Inca King steps back up in class for this effort but should run well today. He won against high-end claimers last out and that field was pretty tough. He has the back class to fit in this spot and should get home first today. Shaun Bridgmohan rides for Steve Asmussen
Arlington Park
Race 8: # 9 Cosmic King woke up last out on the turf and should handle this move up in class. His last race looks key as the second place finisher has come back to win on the turf at Arlington. Since his last run he has put in two strong workouts and should be fit for this run. With Junior Alvarado aboard look for a winning effort from Cosmic King today.
Turfway Park
Race 9: # 1 Lady Seattle returns to her favorite oval and should turn things around today. She hasn't shown much as of late but she didn't take to the turf at Indy or the all-weather at Presque Isle. All of her wins are over this oval and surface and hopefully she can improve her form. With Julio Felix aboard look for a winning effort today.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/17/2009
Belmont Park
Race 6: # 4 Union Strike drops from stakes company for this effort and should run well today. He needs some pace to chase and should get it in this spot. He ran okay in his last couple and the drop to claiming company should wake him up. The team of Bridgmohan and Steve Asmussen are solid and should get Union Strik home first today.
Arlington Park
Race 8: # 10 My Man Moran shortens up for this effort and should step forward today. A mile might have been too far for him so hopefully he can carry his speed. He takes the blinkers off today so surely he can relax and control the pace. With the lucky charm James Graham aboard look for a good effort from My Man Moran
Race 10: # 9 Omega Cat drops from stakes company today and could run big. She was in over her head last out and should enjoy the move to allowance company. She gets Junior Alvarado which is key and should guide Omega Cat home first today.
Race 6: # 4 Union Strike drops from stakes company for this effort and should run well today. He needs some pace to chase and should get it in this spot. He ran okay in his last couple and the drop to claiming company should wake him up. The team of Bridgmohan and Steve Asmussen are solid and should get Union Strik home first today.
Arlington Park
Race 8: # 10 My Man Moran shortens up for this effort and should step forward today. A mile might have been too far for him so hopefully he can carry his speed. He takes the blinkers off today so surely he can relax and control the pace. With the lucky charm James Graham aboard look for a good effort from My Man Moran
Race 10: # 9 Omega Cat drops from stakes company today and could run big. She was in over her head last out and should enjoy the move to allowance company. She gets Junior Alvarado which is key and should guide Omega Cat home first today.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/16/2009
Belmont Park
Race 4: # 2 Coffee Run makes her debut today and should run well today. She has been working strongly for this debut and seems fit to fire. She is bred to handle this distance and comes from a decent barn. She gets Javier Castellano aboard which could be key as well. Look for a good debut from Coffee Run today.
Race 5: The entry of # 2 Whydah and 2b Flyinglouy look ready to run on the lawn today. Whydah ran poorly in an off the turf race at Saratoga and should improve getting on the grass today. Flyinglouy makes her debut today but his bred to handle the grass and this 7 furlong distance fits her nicely. Look for these Todd Pletcher trainees to run well today.
Turfway Park
Race 5: # 2 Flatter Me Rose drops to a level that she likes and should improve today. She does well over this oval and seems to like the all-weather surface. Her last attempt at this level was a winning one and hopefully she can put it together today. Tony Farina keeps the mount today.
Race 4: # 2 Coffee Run makes her debut today and should run well today. She has been working strongly for this debut and seems fit to fire. She is bred to handle this distance and comes from a decent barn. She gets Javier Castellano aboard which could be key as well. Look for a good debut from Coffee Run today.
Race 5: The entry of # 2 Whydah and 2b Flyinglouy look ready to run on the lawn today. Whydah ran poorly in an off the turf race at Saratoga and should improve getting on the grass today. Flyinglouy makes her debut today but his bred to handle the grass and this 7 furlong distance fits her nicely. Look for these Todd Pletcher trainees to run well today.
Turfway Park
Race 5: # 2 Flatter Me Rose drops to a level that she likes and should improve today. She does well over this oval and seems to like the all-weather surface. Her last attempt at this level was a winning one and hopefully she can put it together today. Tony Farina keeps the mount today.
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/13/2009
Belmont Park
Race 3: # 6 Street Sucess makes her debut today and should fire first off today. She comes from a very sharp barn and Todd Beattie doesn't ship to Belmont often but he comes ready to roll. He gets his go to rider in Ramon Dominguez who should get a good trip for Street Sucess today.
Race 9: # 5 Colony stretches out in distance today and should run well. He has made some strong moves at much shorter distances and will improve at this 1 3/8 mile distance. He comes from a sharp barn and gets one of the most underrated riders around in Rajiv Maragh. Look for a big run from Colony today.
Turfway Park
Race 9: # 4 Oliver's Cove returns from the bench today and should fire fresh off the layoff. He is unbeaten over all-weather surfaces and should step up in this race today. He has been working well for this return and should be ready to roll today with Dean Sarvis in the irons.
Arlington Park
Race 4: # 3 Corredor Dela Isla makes his turf debut today and should run well. He just missed last out over the poly at a mile and should be in a good stalking spot in this two-turn affair. He is making his third start off of a layoff and gets the riding services of E.T. Baird who is the money man at AP. Look for a winning effort from Corredor Dela Isla today.
Presque Isle Downs
Race 7: # 4 Cherokee Artist just missed last out over this oval and should step forward today. He has been off since July but has strong workouts to show he is ready for this return. He has good all-weather form and should fit nicely in this spot, Jeremy Rose picks up the mount which could be key today.
Race 3: # 6 Street Sucess makes her debut today and should fire first off today. She comes from a very sharp barn and Todd Beattie doesn't ship to Belmont often but he comes ready to roll. He gets his go to rider in Ramon Dominguez who should get a good trip for Street Sucess today.
Race 9: # 5 Colony stretches out in distance today and should run well. He has made some strong moves at much shorter distances and will improve at this 1 3/8 mile distance. He comes from a sharp barn and gets one of the most underrated riders around in Rajiv Maragh. Look for a big run from Colony today.
Turfway Park
Race 9: # 4 Oliver's Cove returns from the bench today and should fire fresh off the layoff. He is unbeaten over all-weather surfaces and should step up in this race today. He has been working well for this return and should be ready to roll today with Dean Sarvis in the irons.
Arlington Park
Race 4: # 3 Corredor Dela Isla makes his turf debut today and should run well. He just missed last out over the poly at a mile and should be in a good stalking spot in this two-turn affair. He is making his third start off of a layoff and gets the riding services of E.T. Baird who is the money man at AP. Look for a winning effort from Corredor Dela Isla today.
Presque Isle Downs
Race 7: # 4 Cherokee Artist just missed last out over this oval and should step forward today. He has been off since July but has strong workouts to show he is ready for this return. He has good all-weather form and should fit nicely in this spot, Jeremy Rose picks up the mount which could be key today.
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/12/2009
Belmont Park
Race 7: # 7 Unbridled Fury makes his debut today and should be ready to roll today. He has put in some solid works for this effort and should have no problem handling the off going as the track should have some water in it. His barn has been solid this season and should have Unbridled Fury good to go for the debut.
Race 8: # 8 Maram has done nothing wrong in her four starts and should make it five for five today. Her last effort off the bench was solid and since then she has put in some good works including a best of 16 over the turf at Saratoga. She has handled soft grass in the past and should have no issues with it today. With Jose Lezcano in the irons look for a big run from Maram today.
Turfway Park
Race 9: # 4 Gangbuster ships back east for this effort and should improve greatly today. He loves these all-weather surfaces and seems to fire best at these long distances. Since his trip to Del Mar he has put in a good work over the Arlington polytrack and looks to be in good shape. He gets Leandro Gonclaves aboard who has been red hot so far at Turfway and should guide Gangbuster home first today.
Presque Isle Downs
Race 7: # 9 Informed Decision comes back on short rest for this effort and should fire today. She didn't handle the slop at all last time and hopefully we can draw a line through that race. She handles all-weather surfaces just fine and is normally based at Presque Isle so hopefully she has home-field advantage. She keeps her regular rider aboard in Julien Leparoux and surely they can get home on top today.
Race 7: # 7 Unbridled Fury makes his debut today and should be ready to roll today. He has put in some solid works for this effort and should have no problem handling the off going as the track should have some water in it. His barn has been solid this season and should have Unbridled Fury good to go for the debut.
Race 8: # 8 Maram has done nothing wrong in her four starts and should make it five for five today. Her last effort off the bench was solid and since then she has put in some good works including a best of 16 over the turf at Saratoga. She has handled soft grass in the past and should have no issues with it today. With Jose Lezcano in the irons look for a big run from Maram today.
Turfway Park
Race 9: # 4 Gangbuster ships back east for this effort and should improve greatly today. He loves these all-weather surfaces and seems to fire best at these long distances. Since his trip to Del Mar he has put in a good work over the Arlington polytrack and looks to be in good shape. He gets Leandro Gonclaves aboard who has been red hot so far at Turfway and should guide Gangbuster home first today.
Presque Isle Downs
Race 7: # 9 Informed Decision comes back on short rest for this effort and should fire today. She didn't handle the slop at all last time and hopefully we can draw a line through that race. She handles all-weather surfaces just fine and is normally based at Presque Isle so hopefully she has home-field advantage. She keeps her regular rider aboard in Julien Leparoux and surely they can get home on top today.
Friday, September 11, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/11/2009: God Bless America!!!
Monmouth Park
Race 5: # 2 More Than a Kiss makes her turf debut today and should improve today. She showed nothing last out over the dirt but she is bred to handle grass better. Plus her last effort was in the mud and she might not have taken to that surface. Switching to grass should be the key. Look for More Than a Kiss to pop at a price today.
Race 7: # 10 Berning Blaze drops in class for this effort and seems fit to fire today. He might have been over his head in that starter at the Spa and returning to his favorite track could be just what the doctor ordered. He gets the riding services of Carlos Marquez, Jr. who might be the best turf rider around. Look for a big effort from Berning Blaze today.
Belmont Park
Race 4: # 2 World Record ran evenly last out and should improve off of that effort. He is bred to run longer so look for improvement at this one mile distance. Since that last run he has put in an okay work up at Saratoga to prep for this outing and should fire today. Javier Castellano keeps the mount today.
Race 5: # 8 Eto'o make a nice move in his debut and has the skills to improve off of that run. Streching out should be the key for this son of Van Nistelroy and hopefully he can get the job done. Jose Lezcano stays aboard which is a good sign.
Arlington Park
Race 5: # 4 Sarahs Son makes his AP debut and should run well. He drops in class from stakes company to starter allowance and should catch a softer field today. He has run well on the turf in the past and hopefully he can adapt to the Arlington turf today. He gets James Graham aboard which could be the key to victory today. Look for another win for Sarahs Son today.
Turfway Park
Race 7: # 6 Lou's Angel makes his debut today and should fire first off the bat. Offsprings of Cactus Ridge seem to love the polytrack at Turfway and hopefully this one follows in the footsteps of others. He has been working strong for this run and gets Pablo Tolentino in the irons which should be key.
Race 5: # 2 More Than a Kiss makes her turf debut today and should improve today. She showed nothing last out over the dirt but she is bred to handle grass better. Plus her last effort was in the mud and she might not have taken to that surface. Switching to grass should be the key. Look for More Than a Kiss to pop at a price today.
Race 7: # 10 Berning Blaze drops in class for this effort and seems fit to fire today. He might have been over his head in that starter at the Spa and returning to his favorite track could be just what the doctor ordered. He gets the riding services of Carlos Marquez, Jr. who might be the best turf rider around. Look for a big effort from Berning Blaze today.
Belmont Park
Race 4: # 2 World Record ran evenly last out and should improve off of that effort. He is bred to run longer so look for improvement at this one mile distance. Since that last run he has put in an okay work up at Saratoga to prep for this outing and should fire today. Javier Castellano keeps the mount today.
Race 5: # 8 Eto'o make a nice move in his debut and has the skills to improve off of that run. Streching out should be the key for this son of Van Nistelroy and hopefully he can get the job done. Jose Lezcano stays aboard which is a good sign.
Arlington Park
Race 5: # 4 Sarahs Son makes his AP debut and should run well. He drops in class from stakes company to starter allowance and should catch a softer field today. He has run well on the turf in the past and hopefully he can adapt to the Arlington turf today. He gets James Graham aboard which could be the key to victory today. Look for another win for Sarahs Son today.
Turfway Park
Race 7: # 6 Lou's Angel makes his debut today and should fire first off the bat. Offsprings of Cactus Ridge seem to love the polytrack at Turfway and hopefully this one follows in the footsteps of others. He has been working strong for this run and gets Pablo Tolentino in the irons which should be key.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/10/2009
Monmouth Park
Race 7: # 3 Suzzona drops in class for this run and should improve today. She stalked the pace in her last and just faded and could improve. That last effort might be a key race as the second place finisher has come back to win. She keeps Carlos Marquez, Jr. in the irons who is one of the most underrated turf jocks in the land. Look for improvement from Suzzona today.
Arlington Park
Race 10: # 1 Ready to Romp just missed last out against similar and should win for fun today. She returns off a short break and has been working well for this return. He gets a new jock in Junior Alvarado who is the best at Arlington and should guide Ready to Romp home first.
Turfway Park
Race 6: # 2 Cosmic Star returns to his favorite all-weather surface and should turn things around at a price. He is a true horse for course with 5 of his 10 wins coming over this oval and surface and hopefully he can step forward. Draw a line through the last effort and he should run well tonight.
Race 8: # 4 Liver returns to all-weather racing and should return to his winning ways. He put in two okay efforts over the conventional dirt at River but is much better on all-weather with most of his wins coming over Tapeta at Golden Gate. Look for a return to winning for Liver today.
Race 7: # 3 Suzzona drops in class for this run and should improve today. She stalked the pace in her last and just faded and could improve. That last effort might be a key race as the second place finisher has come back to win. She keeps Carlos Marquez, Jr. in the irons who is one of the most underrated turf jocks in the land. Look for improvement from Suzzona today.
Arlington Park
Race 10: # 1 Ready to Romp just missed last out against similar and should win for fun today. She returns off a short break and has been working well for this return. He gets a new jock in Junior Alvarado who is the best at Arlington and should guide Ready to Romp home first.
Turfway Park
Race 6: # 2 Cosmic Star returns to his favorite all-weather surface and should turn things around at a price. He is a true horse for course with 5 of his 10 wins coming over this oval and surface and hopefully he can step forward. Draw a line through the last effort and he should run well tonight.
Race 8: # 4 Liver returns to all-weather racing and should return to his winning ways. He put in two okay efforts over the conventional dirt at River but is much better on all-weather with most of his wins coming over Tapeta at Golden Gate. Look for a return to winning for Liver today.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/9/2009: Happy 79th birthday Grandpa!!!
Delaware
Race 6: # 8 Bwana Babe ships to Delaware for the first time and should improve greatly today. She has been facing much tougher at Calder and the drop to maiden claimers should fit her well. She gets a jock switch to David Cohen who is riding strong and should guide Bwana Babe to the wire first today.
Del Mar
Race 8: # 3 Wild Promises makes her second start off of the bench and should run big today. She had a string of wins before throwing in a clunker at Gulfstream and might have needed a break after that. Since then she won for fun at Santa Rosa and put in a few strong works for this effort. Hopefully she can get the job done with her regular rider David Lopez in the saddle
Woodbine
Race 1: # 7 Absolutelystriking ran third in her debut and should move forward today. He wanted to get on the grass last out and was rained off so hopefully getting on the turf today will be key. He is bred to like the grass and hopefully he learned from his last outing. Look for a big run from Absolutelystriking today.
Turfway Park
Race 7: # Nola's Star cuts her claiming price in half for this effort and should run well today. She has been running over the turf at River but seems to like polytrack more with three wins over the all-weather. She really likes Turfway's poly and should be fit to fire. She gets the barn's goto rider in Yuri Yaranga and they should get home first today.
Race 6: # 8 Bwana Babe ships to Delaware for the first time and should improve greatly today. She has been facing much tougher at Calder and the drop to maiden claimers should fit her well. She gets a jock switch to David Cohen who is riding strong and should guide Bwana Babe to the wire first today.
Del Mar
Race 8: # 3 Wild Promises makes her second start off of the bench and should run big today. She had a string of wins before throwing in a clunker at Gulfstream and might have needed a break after that. Since then she won for fun at Santa Rosa and put in a few strong works for this effort. Hopefully she can get the job done with her regular rider David Lopez in the saddle
Woodbine
Race 1: # 7 Absolutelystriking ran third in her debut and should move forward today. He wanted to get on the grass last out and was rained off so hopefully getting on the turf today will be key. He is bred to like the grass and hopefully he learned from his last outing. Look for a big run from Absolutelystriking today.
Turfway Park
Race 7: # Nola's Star cuts her claiming price in half for this effort and should run well today. She has been running over the turf at River but seems to like polytrack more with three wins over the all-weather. She really likes Turfway's poly and should be fit to fire. She gets the barn's goto rider in Yuri Yaranga and they should get home first today.
Monday, September 7, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/7/2009
River Downs
Race 9: # 5 Fantastico Roberto returns to grass racing today looking to get in the winner's circle for the first time in the U.S. His last race might be key as the winner and the second place finisher came back to finish 1, 2 in a grade 3 stakes at Arlington over the weekend. He gets first time Lasix for today which could be key and his breeding suggest this distance will not be an issue. Chris DeCarlo comes in for the mount on this Todd Pletcher trainee and should guide him home first today.
Saratoga
Race 2: # 7 Pearly Blue makes her debut on the lawn today and should run big today. She is bred to run long and on the grass so this spot shouldn't hurt her any. She comes from a sharp barn and gets one of the hotter jockeys on the grounds in Kent Desormeaux which could be key. Look for a big run from Pearly Blue today.
Race 6: # 2 Billions Boy stretches out today and should improve today. He has been closing well in his last couple sprinting on the grass and surely he can handle the distance. His last work was good and he keeps Rajiv Maragh aboard which is positive. Look for a big effort from Billions Boy today.
Race 10: # 9 Liston is a well-bred son of Storm Cat who should run big in his stakes debut today. His racing debut was very impressive as he controlled the pace and never looked back. He should be on or near the lead and hopefully get a clean trip. With Rajiv Maragh picking up the mount look for a winning effort from Liston today.
Arlington Park
Race 6: # 4 Caberneigh stretches out in distance today and should fire strongly. He has been closing well in his last couple and seems to want to go longer He gets leading jockey Junior Alvarado abord who has been lights out as of late and should get a good trip for Caberneigh today. Look for a good run from him today.
Race 9: # 5 Fantastico Roberto returns to grass racing today looking to get in the winner's circle for the first time in the U.S. His last race might be key as the winner and the second place finisher came back to finish 1, 2 in a grade 3 stakes at Arlington over the weekend. He gets first time Lasix for today which could be key and his breeding suggest this distance will not be an issue. Chris DeCarlo comes in for the mount on this Todd Pletcher trainee and should guide him home first today.
Saratoga
Race 2: # 7 Pearly Blue makes her debut on the lawn today and should run big today. She is bred to run long and on the grass so this spot shouldn't hurt her any. She comes from a sharp barn and gets one of the hotter jockeys on the grounds in Kent Desormeaux which could be key. Look for a big run from Pearly Blue today.
Race 6: # 2 Billions Boy stretches out today and should improve today. He has been closing well in his last couple sprinting on the grass and surely he can handle the distance. His last work was good and he keeps Rajiv Maragh aboard which is positive. Look for a big effort from Billions Boy today.
Race 10: # 9 Liston is a well-bred son of Storm Cat who should run big in his stakes debut today. His racing debut was very impressive as he controlled the pace and never looked back. He should be on or near the lead and hopefully get a clean trip. With Rajiv Maragh picking up the mount look for a winning effort from Liston today.
Arlington Park
Race 6: # 4 Caberneigh stretches out in distance today and should fire strongly. He has been closing well in his last couple and seems to want to go longer He gets leading jockey Junior Alvarado abord who has been lights out as of late and should get a good trip for Caberneigh today. Look for a good run from him today.
Sunday, September 6, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/6/2009
River Downs
Race 5: # 10 Whl ships to River for the first time and this son of Gone West should excel today. He has improved in each of his starts and should be rounding into good form. Since his last effort at Indy he has been working well over the polytrack at Turfway so hopefully he is fit. He runs for a strong barn and gets Perry Ouzts in the irons which could be key. Look for a good effort from Whl today.
Monmouth
Race 4: # 5 King of Soul gets on the grass for the first time today and should run well today. He is bred to run on grass and has been trying and couldn't get on the lawn. Since his last effort he has been working strong and gets a solid rider in Elvis Trujillo who should guide King of Soul to the wire first today.
Remington Park
Race 1: # 1 Kitty's Turn ran okay in his debut and should improve greatly today. He comes out of a key race as the winner returned to win again and his workouts suggest he's fir for today's run. He's bred to run on the lawn and should put in a big effort today.
Race 5: # 10 Whl ships to River for the first time and this son of Gone West should excel today. He has improved in each of his starts and should be rounding into good form. Since his last effort at Indy he has been working well over the polytrack at Turfway so hopefully he is fit. He runs for a strong barn and gets Perry Ouzts in the irons which could be key. Look for a good effort from Whl today.
Monmouth
Race 4: # 5 King of Soul gets on the grass for the first time today and should run well today. He is bred to run on grass and has been trying and couldn't get on the lawn. Since his last effort he has been working strong and gets a solid rider in Elvis Trujillo who should guide King of Soul to the wire first today.
Remington Park
Race 1: # 1 Kitty's Turn ran okay in his debut and should improve greatly today. He comes out of a key race as the winner returned to win again and his workouts suggest he's fir for today's run. He's bred to run on the lawn and should put in a big effort today.
Saturday, September 5, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/5/2009
River Downs
Race 10: # 3 The War Department makes her first start in Ohio and this buckeye-bred daughter of Lost Solider looks to make it a winning one. She enjoyed the strechout last time over the Indy turf course and since then she has been working well down a Keeneland for a return to the races. She gets a new jock in Edgar Paucar who has been hot as of late and should guide The War Department to the winner's circle today.
Race 12: # 6 Jody Slew won for fun in her River debut and should double up today. She has worked well since her start over this oval and her breeding suggest she will only improve with each start. With Perry Ouzts in the irons look for a big run from Jody Slew today.
Saratoga
Race 5: # 5 King Kitten finally gets on the grass today and should run big today. The connecitons tried to get him on the grass last out and the race got rained off the turf. His effort in that race was decent enough and since that run his morning works have been really strong. He gets one of the better turf riders in Julien Leparoux in the saddle which will be key. Look for a winning effort from King Kitten today.
Race 10: # 3 The War Department makes her first start in Ohio and this buckeye-bred daughter of Lost Solider looks to make it a winning one. She enjoyed the strechout last time over the Indy turf course and since then she has been working well down a Keeneland for a return to the races. She gets a new jock in Edgar Paucar who has been hot as of late and should guide The War Department to the winner's circle today.
Race 12: # 6 Jody Slew won for fun in her River debut and should double up today. She has worked well since her start over this oval and her breeding suggest she will only improve with each start. With Perry Ouzts in the irons look for a big run from Jody Slew today.
Saratoga
Race 5: # 5 King Kitten finally gets on the grass today and should run big today. The connecitons tried to get him on the grass last out and the race got rained off the turf. His effort in that race was decent enough and since that run his morning works have been really strong. He gets one of the better turf riders in Julien Leparoux in the saddle which will be key. Look for a winning effort from King Kitten today.
Friday, September 4, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/4/2009
River Downs
Race 7: # 8 Strong as Stone drops in class slightly for this effort and should step up greatly today. He stretches out so hopefully the pace will be a bit softer than last time and he gets a clear lead. He seems to outclass this bunch and with Edgar Paucar aboard look for a big effort from Strong as Stone today.
Saratoga
Race 3: # 3 Paddy O'Prado just missed in his turf debut and should find the going to his liking today. There wasn't much pace on in the last and he still closed like a train and hopefully with the added pace he can get home on top. He gets a jock switch to Robby Albarado who is starting to heat up and hopefully Paddy O'Prado can get home first today.
Remington Park
Race 2: # 7 Martini Meadow makes her third start on the lawn today and should take another step forward. She has improved in each of her last few starts and hopefully she is going in the right direction. She showed some speed last out and surely can get home on top today with Martin Escobar aboard
Race 7: # 8 Strong as Stone drops in class slightly for this effort and should step up greatly today. He stretches out so hopefully the pace will be a bit softer than last time and he gets a clear lead. He seems to outclass this bunch and with Edgar Paucar aboard look for a big effort from Strong as Stone today.
Saratoga
Race 3: # 3 Paddy O'Prado just missed in his turf debut and should find the going to his liking today. There wasn't much pace on in the last and he still closed like a train and hopefully with the added pace he can get home on top. He gets a jock switch to Robby Albarado who is starting to heat up and hopefully Paddy O'Prado can get home first today.
Remington Park
Race 2: # 7 Martini Meadow makes her third start on the lawn today and should take another step forward. She has improved in each of her last few starts and hopefully she is going in the right direction. She showed some speed last out and surely can get home on top today with Martin Escobar aboard
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/3/2009
Saratoga
Race 3: # 5 Write When Ready excelled when she got on the grass last time and should run another big race today. Her last was against weaker but she was very impressive and has worked strongly since her last outing. She ships up to the Spa for the first time but should be ready to handle the task. Look for a big run from Write When Ready today.
Race 6: # 2 Striking Dancer ran well in her return from the bench and hopefully can step forward from that. She drops in class from stakes company which should be key and her one work since that outing is okay. She keeps Robby Albarado aboard which is key and should get her home on top today.
Race 8: # 6 Afternoon Stroll ran okay last out over a course she may not have liked and should run well today. She is a graded stakes winner and when on her game she run bigs races. She gets Jamie Theriot back aboard who rode her to her graded stakes win and should guide Afternoon Stroll home firs today.
Race 3: # 5 Write When Ready excelled when she got on the grass last time and should run another big race today. Her last was against weaker but she was very impressive and has worked strongly since her last outing. She ships up to the Spa for the first time but should be ready to handle the task. Look for a big run from Write When Ready today.
Race 6: # 2 Striking Dancer ran well in her return from the bench and hopefully can step forward from that. She drops in class from stakes company which should be key and her one work since that outing is okay. She keeps Robby Albarado aboard which is key and should get her home on top today.
Race 8: # 6 Afternoon Stroll ran okay last out over a course she may not have liked and should run well today. She is a graded stakes winner and when on her game she run bigs races. She gets Jamie Theriot back aboard who rode her to her graded stakes win and should guide Afternoon Stroll home firs today.
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/2/2009
Saratoga
Race 1: # 7 Mine All Mine makes her turf debut today and should step forward with a big effort. She has been training strongly over the grass for this effort and should be fit to fire. She is bred to be a sprinter and handle the lawn so hopefully this Wesley Ward trainee will be ready to roll today. Look for a big effort from Mine All Mine today.
Race 7: # 3 Kaila Ann's Kitten makes her debut today and this daughter of Kitten's Joy should run well today. She is bred to handle the turf and most offsprings of Kitten's Joy handle long distances just fine. She has been training well for this debut and comes from a barn that's been good this season. With Julien Leparoux aboard look for a big run from Kaila Ann's Kitten today.
Race 1: # 7 Mine All Mine makes her turf debut today and should step forward with a big effort. She has been training strongly over the grass for this effort and should be fit to fire. She is bred to be a sprinter and handle the lawn so hopefully this Wesley Ward trainee will be ready to roll today. Look for a big effort from Mine All Mine today.
Race 7: # 3 Kaila Ann's Kitten makes her debut today and this daughter of Kitten's Joy should run well today. She is bred to handle the turf and most offsprings of Kitten's Joy handle long distances just fine. She has been training well for this debut and comes from a barn that's been good this season. With Julien Leparoux aboard look for a big run from Kaila Ann's Kitten today.
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Spot Plays for 9/1/2009
River Downs
Race 10: # 7 Fergie's Folly is a turf specialist looking to return to her winning ways today. She has been facing much tougher competition and should enjoy the drop in class today. The barn has been hot at River and surely should have Fergie's Folly ready to roll today.
Mountaineer
Race 1: # 8 California Smart trys turf for the first time today and should fire big. His breeding shows he can handle the grass and he has been improving in each of his Mountaineer starts. The barn has been cold but hopefully he can turn things around for them. Jesus Barria keeps the mount today.
Race 10: # 7 Fergie's Folly is a turf specialist looking to return to her winning ways today. She has been facing much tougher competition and should enjoy the drop in class today. The barn has been hot at River and surely should have Fergie's Folly ready to roll today.
Mountaineer
Race 1: # 8 California Smart trys turf for the first time today and should fire big. His breeding shows he can handle the grass and he has been improving in each of his Mountaineer starts. The barn has been cold but hopefully he can turn things around for them. Jesus Barria keeps the mount today.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/31/2009
Remington Park
Race 1: # 3 Purse a Dream drops from stakes competition for this effort and should find the wire first today. He has been close in his last couple but hasn't been able to get the job done. The drop in class today and the move from Canterbury to Remington should help him out alot. With a jock switch to Eddie Martin, Jr. look for a big effort from Purse a Dream today.
Race 9: # 2 Sefas Belle just missed in her last out and should improve today. She likes to set the pace and hopefully the shorter distance and the pace setup will work in her favor. She gets a new jockey in Jermaine Bridgmohan who shifts his tack from Arlington looking to get off to a good start.
Race 1: # 3 Purse a Dream drops from stakes competition for this effort and should find the wire first today. He has been close in his last couple but hasn't been able to get the job done. The drop in class today and the move from Canterbury to Remington should help him out alot. With a jock switch to Eddie Martin, Jr. look for a big effort from Purse a Dream today.
Race 9: # 2 Sefas Belle just missed in her last out and should improve today. She likes to set the pace and hopefully the shorter distance and the pace setup will work in her favor. She gets a new jockey in Jermaine Bridgmohan who shifts his tack from Arlington looking to get off to a good start.
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/30/2009
River Downs
Race 5: # 2 Silent Fury moves back to state-bred competition today and should improve her form today. Draw a line through her last two as she didn't take to the slop two back and was facing open company last out. Her last effort against buckeye-breds on a fast track lead to a win and hopefully she can duplicate that effort today. Look for improvement from Silent Fury today.
Race 7: # 5 Tapitsdontlie was a solid third in her last effort and should find the winner's circle today. She shortends back up to 5 1/2 furlongs which might be her best distance and she gets Hector Rosario, Jr. back aboard who rode her to her only victory over this oval. The pace sets up in her favor and surely she can fire big today.
Saratoga
Race 10: # 4 Miss Isella just missed last out over this oval and should improve with the added distance today. She had reeled off two straigh wins against graded company at Churchill and could get her first grade one today. Looking to prove she isn't just a Kentucky horse look for a winning effort from Miss Isella with Calvin Borel back aboard.
Race 5: # 2 Silent Fury moves back to state-bred competition today and should improve her form today. Draw a line through her last two as she didn't take to the slop two back and was facing open company last out. Her last effort against buckeye-breds on a fast track lead to a win and hopefully she can duplicate that effort today. Look for improvement from Silent Fury today.
Race 7: # 5 Tapitsdontlie was a solid third in her last effort and should find the winner's circle today. She shortends back up to 5 1/2 furlongs which might be her best distance and she gets Hector Rosario, Jr. back aboard who rode her to her only victory over this oval. The pace sets up in her favor and surely she can fire big today.
Saratoga
Race 10: # 4 Miss Isella just missed last out over this oval and should improve with the added distance today. She had reeled off two straigh wins against graded company at Churchill and could get her first grade one today. Looking to prove she isn't just a Kentucky horse look for a winning effort from Miss Isella with Calvin Borel back aboard.
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/29/2009
Saratoga
Race 2: # 7 Much Rejoicing makes his debut today and should run a big race. This distance should fit him just fine and with the expected rain he should love the off going. His works look pretty good especially the one in the mud this week and hopefully he can pop at a price with Alan Garcia aboard.
Race 9: # 3 Closeout likes the turf course when its a little soft and surely can run a bit race today. Her last race was very good and since then she has put in a few strong workouts over this oval and seems to be fit. She keeps Robby Albarado aboard which could be key and hopefully they can spring the upset today.
Race 11: # 2 Munnings shortens up in distance today and should be much more effective in this spot. He is much better at these sprint distances and doesn't need the lead to be effective at the seven furlong trip. There should be enough speed for him to just lay off the pace and surely he can get off the fence and make a big run. Look for a return to the winner's circle for Munnings today.
Race 12: # 6 Summer Bird ran gamely last out and should take another step forward today. His last run was the first since winning the Belmont and he ran into a buzzsaw last time that should be horse of the year. He should have some pace to chase today and if he gets the same trip he got in the Belmont he should win. He looks to duplicate what his sire did by winning the Belmont and the Travers and surely Summer Bird can come home on top today.
Race 2: # 7 Much Rejoicing makes his debut today and should run a big race. This distance should fit him just fine and with the expected rain he should love the off going. His works look pretty good especially the one in the mud this week and hopefully he can pop at a price with Alan Garcia aboard.
Race 9: # 3 Closeout likes the turf course when its a little soft and surely can run a bit race today. Her last race was very good and since then she has put in a few strong workouts over this oval and seems to be fit. She keeps Robby Albarado aboard which could be key and hopefully they can spring the upset today.
Race 11: # 2 Munnings shortens up in distance today and should be much more effective in this spot. He is much better at these sprint distances and doesn't need the lead to be effective at the seven furlong trip. There should be enough speed for him to just lay off the pace and surely he can get off the fence and make a big run. Look for a return to the winner's circle for Munnings today.
Race 12: # 6 Summer Bird ran gamely last out and should take another step forward today. His last run was the first since winning the Belmont and he ran into a buzzsaw last time that should be horse of the year. He should have some pace to chase today and if he gets the same trip he got in the Belmont he should win. He looks to duplicate what his sire did by winning the Belmont and the Travers and surely Summer Bird can come home on top today.
Friday, August 28, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/28/2009
River Downs
Race 7: # 2 Julesnomenclator has speed to spare and should wire the field for fun today. There is no other speed runners on paper so hopefully she can clear off in the early stages. There was a little rain in the area yesterday so hopefully the track will be tighter and speed will hold better. With Christian Rojas in the irons for Chris Melton look for a big effort from this frontrunner today.
Saratoga
Race 9:# 8 Seaspeak stretches back out in distance today and should get the pace setup needed to win today. He is much better at longer routes and has a chance to be in a good spot going down the backside. His closing kick will be key here and with Robby Albarado staying aboard look for a return to winning for Seaspeak today.
Race 7: # 2 Julesnomenclator has speed to spare and should wire the field for fun today. There is no other speed runners on paper so hopefully she can clear off in the early stages. There was a little rain in the area yesterday so hopefully the track will be tighter and speed will hold better. With Christian Rojas in the irons for Chris Melton look for a big effort from this frontrunner today.
Saratoga
Race 9:# 8 Seaspeak stretches back out in distance today and should get the pace setup needed to win today. He is much better at longer routes and has a chance to be in a good spot going down the backside. His closing kick will be key here and with Robby Albarado staying aboard look for a return to winning for Seaspeak today.
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/27/2009
Saratoga
Race 6: # 9 Becky's Kitten gets on the grass for the first time today and this son of Kitten's Joy should improve greatly. The connections have been trying to get this one on the lawn and things haven't worked out as of late but hopefully it will be dry and Becky's Kitten will be able to show his skills. Strong works over the turf here shows he's ready to fire today.
Del Mar
Race 5: # 1 Meggie's Legacy stretches out for this effort and should be much more effective today. She was very green in her debut and hopefully she learned alot from that effort. Since then she has put in some long workouts to prep for the added distance. Moving to the grass will help her and hopefully David Flores and guide her home first today.
Race 6: # 9 Becky's Kitten gets on the grass for the first time today and this son of Kitten's Joy should improve greatly. The connections have been trying to get this one on the lawn and things haven't worked out as of late but hopefully it will be dry and Becky's Kitten will be able to show his skills. Strong works over the turf here shows he's ready to fire today.
Del Mar
Race 5: # 1 Meggie's Legacy stretches out for this effort and should be much more effective today. She was very green in her debut and hopefully she learned alot from that effort. Since then she has put in some long workouts to prep for the added distance. Moving to the grass will help her and hopefully David Flores and guide her home first today.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/26/2009
Saratoga
Race 2: # 3 Jill's Kitten stretches out in distance today and should step forward today. She should enjoy the extra distance and a return to the turf course and hopefully can put it all together today. She has two good workouts since her last effort and a jock switch to Alan Garcia should help her improve. Look for a big run from Jill's Kitten today.
Race 7: # 1 Condemned makes his debut today and has the skills to fire first off the bench. He has been working well for this race including several works at today's distance. Five furlongs should be perfect for this son of Speightstown and hopefully he can get a good break and finish first today with John Velazquez in the irons.
Arlington Park
Race 7: # 10 Cat At Play won well in her debut at this distance and should step up to win another today. Her barn has been hot as of late at AP and since her last effort she has put in a few strong workouts over the Churchill oval for this return to the races. She gets one of the better turf jocks on the ground in Jermaine Bridgmohan in the saddle and hopefully they can team up for the win today.
Race 2: # 3 Jill's Kitten stretches out in distance today and should step forward today. She should enjoy the extra distance and a return to the turf course and hopefully can put it all together today. She has two good workouts since her last effort and a jock switch to Alan Garcia should help her improve. Look for a big run from Jill's Kitten today.
Race 7: # 1 Condemned makes his debut today and has the skills to fire first off the bench. He has been working well for this race including several works at today's distance. Five furlongs should be perfect for this son of Speightstown and hopefully he can get a good break and finish first today with John Velazquez in the irons.
Arlington Park
Race 7: # 10 Cat At Play won well in her debut at this distance and should step up to win another today. Her barn has been hot as of late at AP and since her last effort she has put in a few strong workouts over the Churchill oval for this return to the races. She gets one of the better turf jocks on the ground in Jermaine Bridgmohan in the saddle and hopefully they can team up for the win today.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/25/2009
River Downs
Race 8: # 9 Pinfish makes her debut today and should fire at first asking. The works are a little slow but over that oval the works tend to be a little slower than normal. She gets one of the best riders on the grounds in Perry Ouzts in the saddle and hopefully they can team up for the victory today.
Delaware
Race 7: # 3 Parthian stretches out in distance for this effort and should improve greatly today. His breeding suggest he will improve over longer distances and the grass. He hasn't shown a work since his last effort but Gabriel Saez sticks around which is a positive sign. Look for a big effort from Parthian today.
Race 8: # 9 Pinfish makes her debut today and should fire at first asking. The works are a little slow but over that oval the works tend to be a little slower than normal. She gets one of the best riders on the grounds in Perry Ouzts in the saddle and hopefully they can team up for the victory today.
Delaware
Race 7: # 3 Parthian stretches out in distance for this effort and should improve greatly today. His breeding suggest he will improve over longer distances and the grass. He hasn't shown a work since his last effort but Gabriel Saez sticks around which is a positive sign. Look for a big effort from Parthian today.
Monday, August 24, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/24/2009
Saratoga
Race 7: # 7 Blues Street drops in class for today's effort and should get home on top today. He likes to close from the clouds and the surface he has on is his last couple didn't help closer. This turf course plays more to late runners and if he gets a clean trip he will be dangerous. A jock switch to John Velazquez could be key in the improvement of Blues Street today.
Delaware
Race 4: # 3 Handleman makes his third start today and should get home on top today. His running style indicates he should handle two turns and his quick morning works show he may have some speed. Hopefully the pace will not be too hot and he can steal this race. Brian Hernandez, Jr. picks up the mount today.
Race 6: # 1 Lost At Dawn looks like she can pull an upset in this maiden race today. Her breeding shows she should handle the grass and she has put in some good 5/8th workouts down at Monmouth for her debut. She gets one of the most underrated turf riders in the country in Carlos Marquez, Jr. who should guide Lost At Dawn home first today.
Race 7: # 7 Blues Street drops in class for today's effort and should get home on top today. He likes to close from the clouds and the surface he has on is his last couple didn't help closer. This turf course plays more to late runners and if he gets a clean trip he will be dangerous. A jock switch to John Velazquez could be key in the improvement of Blues Street today.
Delaware
Race 4: # 3 Handleman makes his third start today and should get home on top today. His running style indicates he should handle two turns and his quick morning works show he may have some speed. Hopefully the pace will not be too hot and he can steal this race. Brian Hernandez, Jr. picks up the mount today.
Race 6: # 1 Lost At Dawn looks like she can pull an upset in this maiden race today. Her breeding shows she should handle the grass and she has put in some good 5/8th workouts down at Monmouth for her debut. She gets one of the most underrated turf riders in the country in Carlos Marquez, Jr. who should guide Lost At Dawn home first today.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Catch Me on the Regular Guy Show Today
From River Downs here in Cincinnati, Ohio. First post time is 2:00P.M.!
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/22/2009
River Downs
Race 9: # 6 Nevaeh's Song ships back to River for this effort and should improve greatly off of her last effort. She has been impressive in her last two races over the River oval and might have been over her head last out. Perry Ouzts gets back aboard which is a good sign. Look for a big run from Nevaeh's Song.
Saratoga
Race 5: # 5 Happy Bull drops from graded stakes company for this run and should find the winner's circle today. He stalked the pace last out and just couldn't hang against those foes but should enjoy the drop to allowance company today. Since his last run he has a strong workout over the Delaware oval which is his home base and should be fit to fire today. With Ramon Dominguez aboard look for a big run.
Race 6: # 1 Bashoosha makes her debut for Shadwell stables today and should fire at first asking. She has a string of workouts that show she is fit and has the breeding to handle this distance and course. The barn has been good this season and Alan Garcia might be the best jock at the Spa. Look for a winning debut from Bashoosha today.
Race 9: # 6 Nevaeh's Song ships back to River for this effort and should improve greatly off of her last effort. She has been impressive in her last two races over the River oval and might have been over her head last out. Perry Ouzts gets back aboard which is a good sign. Look for a big run from Nevaeh's Song.
Saratoga
Race 5: # 5 Happy Bull drops from graded stakes company for this run and should find the winner's circle today. He stalked the pace last out and just couldn't hang against those foes but should enjoy the drop to allowance company today. Since his last run he has a strong workout over the Delaware oval which is his home base and should be fit to fire today. With Ramon Dominguez aboard look for a big run.
Race 6: # 1 Bashoosha makes her debut for Shadwell stables today and should fire at first asking. She has a string of workouts that show she is fit and has the breeding to handle this distance and course. The barn has been good this season and Alan Garcia might be the best jock at the Spa. Look for a winning debut from Bashoosha today.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/21/2009
River Downs
Race 6: # 1 Hesamidnitespecial makes his debut today and should run well first out. His works have been solid for this debut and he might outclass this field. He comes from a decent barn and gets the riding services of Dean Sarvis who is a very good rider. Look for a big effort from Hesamidnitespecial today.
Saratoga
Race 6: # 4 Couture Cat makes her debut today and should be ready to fire. Her breeding suggest she can run early and run often and her works are very sharp. She gets one of the best riders on the grounds in Ramon Dominguez who should guide Couture Cat home on top today.
Race 6: # 1 Hesamidnitespecial makes his debut today and should run well first out. His works have been solid for this debut and he might outclass this field. He comes from a decent barn and gets the riding services of Dean Sarvis who is a very good rider. Look for a big effort from Hesamidnitespecial today.
Saratoga
Race 6: # 4 Couture Cat makes her debut today and should be ready to fire. Her breeding suggest she can run early and run often and her works are very sharp. She gets one of the best riders on the grounds in Ramon Dominguez who should guide Couture Cat home on top today.
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/20/2009
Saratoga
Race 4: # 7 Speight the Halo gets on the turf for the first time today and should step his game up. When on his game his has alot of speed and should be in a good striking spot. He can handle the lawn and should pop at a price today. Edgar Prado picks up the mount today.
Race 9: # 4 Flatter Than Me was a decent second last out and should find the winner's circle today. He comes out of a key race as two of the runners have returned to win stakes races. Since his last out he has a few strong works over this oval and should be primed for a big run. Robby Albarado keeps the mount today.
Race 4: # 7 Speight the Halo gets on the turf for the first time today and should step his game up. When on his game his has alot of speed and should be in a good striking spot. He can handle the lawn and should pop at a price today. Edgar Prado picks up the mount today.
Race 9: # 4 Flatter Than Me was a decent second last out and should find the winner's circle today. He comes out of a key race as two of the runners have returned to win stakes races. Since his last out he has a few strong works over this oval and should be primed for a big run. Robby Albarado keeps the mount today.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/19/2009
Saratoga
Race 4: # 3 Vivid Colors drops in class for this effort and should turn her form around today. She was a bit over her head in that graded stakes last out and the move to the allowance ranks will help her. She gets Robby Albarado back aboard who rode her in her only win and that should be key as well. Since her last effort she has put in a solid workout over the oval and should be ready to roll today.
Race 5: # 5 Rumor Control has reeled off two straight wins and should make it three in a row in this stakes today. She has won on turf as well as dirt but should be much better on the lawn. She comes from a barn that's starting to heat up and gets Javier Castellano back in the irons which is key. A strong workout shows she is ready to roll today.
Race 9: # 7 Beautician ran well in her stakes debut last time and should step forward again today. She had a tough trip last out and with a cleaner run she should improve. Her last work wasn't that strong but hopefully she can rebound. Look for an improved run from Beautician today.
Race 4: # 3 Vivid Colors drops in class for this effort and should turn her form around today. She was a bit over her head in that graded stakes last out and the move to the allowance ranks will help her. She gets Robby Albarado back aboard who rode her in her only win and that should be key as well. Since her last effort she has put in a solid workout over the oval and should be ready to roll today.
Race 5: # 5 Rumor Control has reeled off two straight wins and should make it three in a row in this stakes today. She has won on turf as well as dirt but should be much better on the lawn. She comes from a barn that's starting to heat up and gets Javier Castellano back in the irons which is key. A strong workout shows she is ready to roll today.
Race 9: # 7 Beautician ran well in her stakes debut last time and should step forward again today. She had a tough trip last out and with a cleaner run she should improve. Her last work wasn't that strong but hopefully she can rebound. Look for an improved run from Beautician today.
Monday, August 17, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/17/2009
Saratoga
Race 2: # 8 Ready for Change makes his debut for Darley stables today and should run well in his debut. He is bred for long distances and could be ready for this 7 furlong dash. He has a couple of solid workouts for this debut and gets one of the best riders around in Alan Garcia. Look for a winning effort from Ready for Change today.
Mountaineer
Race 2: # 6 Put Him Back drops in class for this effort and should get the job done today. Before his last start he was two for two over this grass course and might have been over his head in the stakes. He keeps the riding services of Oswald Pereira which could be a positive sign. Look for a return to form for Put Him Back
Race 2: # 8 Ready for Change makes his debut for Darley stables today and should run well in his debut. He is bred for long distances and could be ready for this 7 furlong dash. He has a couple of solid workouts for this debut and gets one of the best riders around in Alan Garcia. Look for a winning effort from Ready for Change today.
Mountaineer
Race 2: # 6 Put Him Back drops in class for this effort and should get the job done today. Before his last start he was two for two over this grass course and might have been over his head in the stakes. He keeps the riding services of Oswald Pereira which could be a positive sign. Look for a return to form for Put Him Back
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/16/2009
River Downs
Race 3: # 3 Scorpion Go North moves back to the main track and stretches out in distance today looking to get back in the winner's circle. He is a much better horse going these longer routes and seems to handle dirt or polytrack better than grass. He gets a new jock in Dean Sarvis who found his way to the winner's circle yesterday. Look for a return to winning for Scorpion Go North today.
Race 4: # 4 Brave Mizz steps up in class today but should get home on top. She has the breeding to handle the lawn and should be fresh for this run. She takes a big move up in class today but should get home on top. With the best turf rider on the grounds picking up the mount look for a winning run from Brave Mizz today.
Race 7: # 3 Mindy Michelle returns to dirt racing today and could improve greatly. She won for fun in her debut over the dirt at Churchill and showed the same speed over the poly at Arlington last out. She might be better on a surface that speed holds better. She gets a new jock in Dean Sarvis for this outing so look for Mindy Michelle to return to her winning form today.
Saratoga
Race 7: # 6 Steve's Kitten just missed last out going shorter and should step his game up going long today. A key angle lately has been offsprings of Kitten's Joy stretching out for the first time on the grass. Since his last start he has put in a string of solid workouts over the oval and should be fit for a great two-year-old trainer in Wesley Ward. With the jock switch to Jesus Castanon look for a winning effort from Steve's Kitten today.
Arlington Park
Race 1: # 3 Mr. Realistic stretches out today looking to get to the wire first in his third try. He is bred for two-turn racing and should step his game up. He has been gaining in his last couple and the added distance should help. With Jesse Campbell in the saddle for Wayne Catalano look for a winning run from Mr. Realistic today.
Emerald Downs
Race 8: # 10 Sierra Sunset makes his third start off of a layoff and should be fit to fire today. He won for fun last out over the dirt and seems to be better on the conventional dirt. Since his last run he has a couple of decent workouts including one over this oval and should be ready to fire today. Look for a winning run from Sierra Sunset today.
Race 3: # 3 Scorpion Go North moves back to the main track and stretches out in distance today looking to get back in the winner's circle. He is a much better horse going these longer routes and seems to handle dirt or polytrack better than grass. He gets a new jock in Dean Sarvis who found his way to the winner's circle yesterday. Look for a return to winning for Scorpion Go North today.
Race 4: # 4 Brave Mizz steps up in class today but should get home on top. She has the breeding to handle the lawn and should be fresh for this run. She takes a big move up in class today but should get home on top. With the best turf rider on the grounds picking up the mount look for a winning run from Brave Mizz today.
Race 7: # 3 Mindy Michelle returns to dirt racing today and could improve greatly. She won for fun in her debut over the dirt at Churchill and showed the same speed over the poly at Arlington last out. She might be better on a surface that speed holds better. She gets a new jock in Dean Sarvis for this outing so look for Mindy Michelle to return to her winning form today.
Saratoga
Race 7: # 6 Steve's Kitten just missed last out going shorter and should step his game up going long today. A key angle lately has been offsprings of Kitten's Joy stretching out for the first time on the grass. Since his last start he has put in a string of solid workouts over the oval and should be fit for a great two-year-old trainer in Wesley Ward. With the jock switch to Jesus Castanon look for a winning effort from Steve's Kitten today.
Arlington Park
Race 1: # 3 Mr. Realistic stretches out today looking to get to the wire first in his third try. He is bred for two-turn racing and should step his game up. He has been gaining in his last couple and the added distance should help. With Jesse Campbell in the saddle for Wayne Catalano look for a winning run from Mr. Realistic today.
Emerald Downs
Race 8: # 10 Sierra Sunset makes his third start off of a layoff and should be fit to fire today. He won for fun last out over the dirt and seems to be better on the conventional dirt. Since his last run he has a couple of decent workouts including one over this oval and should be ready to fire today. Look for a winning run from Sierra Sunset today.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/14/2009
River Downs
Race 10: # 3 Crossed Sabres won for fun last out and should double up today. He dropped in from stakes company for that last effort and really enjoyed it. He steps up to the non-winners of a race other than condition and should fit this spot well. Dean Sarvis picks up the mount today.
Race 12: # 2 William's Kitten is the only runner in this field to win going two turns on the turf and should have an advantage over this field. He has the breeding to be great on the grass and comes from a barn that has been hot as of late. Orlando Mojica makes the trip in which is a positive sign.
Saratoga
Race 2: # 3 World Record makes his debut today and this well-bred son of Awesome Again should find the winner's circle at first asking. He has been working nicely for this outing and should be fit today. The barn has been a little cold at this meet but hopefully that will ensure a price on World Record today.
Race 10: # 6 Americain makes his US debut today and could step forward. He shortens in distance today and has won at the 1 1/2 miles in the past in France so hopefully distance will not be an issue. Since shipping to the states he has a string of solid workouts and Belmont and Saratoga and should be ready to fire today. Johnny V picks up the mount for Todd Pletcher
Arlington Park
Race 3: # 7 Dakota Gipsy drops in class for this effort and should improve greatly today. He was in tight and had no rally against graded stakes company last out and the drop to allowance company could be key. Since that effort he has a decent workout over the oval showing he is ready to roll. Larry Sterling, Jr. in the irons could mean a price on Dakota Gipsy today.
Race 10: # 3 Crossed Sabres won for fun last out and should double up today. He dropped in from stakes company for that last effort and really enjoyed it. He steps up to the non-winners of a race other than condition and should fit this spot well. Dean Sarvis picks up the mount today.
Race 12: # 2 William's Kitten is the only runner in this field to win going two turns on the turf and should have an advantage over this field. He has the breeding to be great on the grass and comes from a barn that has been hot as of late. Orlando Mojica makes the trip in which is a positive sign.
Saratoga
Race 2: # 3 World Record makes his debut today and this well-bred son of Awesome Again should find the winner's circle at first asking. He has been working nicely for this outing and should be fit today. The barn has been a little cold at this meet but hopefully that will ensure a price on World Record today.
Race 10: # 6 Americain makes his US debut today and could step forward. He shortens in distance today and has won at the 1 1/2 miles in the past in France so hopefully distance will not be an issue. Since shipping to the states he has a string of solid workouts and Belmont and Saratoga and should be ready to fire today. Johnny V picks up the mount for Todd Pletcher
Arlington Park
Race 3: # 7 Dakota Gipsy drops in class for this effort and should improve greatly today. He was in tight and had no rally against graded stakes company last out and the drop to allowance company could be key. Since that effort he has a decent workout over the oval showing he is ready to roll. Larry Sterling, Jr. in the irons could mean a price on Dakota Gipsy today.
Friday, August 7, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/7/2009
River Downs
Race 12: # 4 Makeover Me makes her second start off of the bench today and should run a big one today. She might have disliked the slop in that last effort plus she needed it being off for about a year. She runs back at a similar level as last time and gets a new jock in Perry Ouzts who is riding lights out right now. Look for a big run from Makeover Me today.
Saratoga
Race 7: # 5 Water of Life makes her debut today and could fire big today. She is bred for speed and her moring works show she is ready. She comes from a solid barn and gets their goto rider in John Velazquez who is riding well this summer. With a clean trip look for a winning run from Water of Life
Race 8: # 2 Guadalcanal loves these long distance races and should get home on top today. He has a win at an extended route last out and should have no issues stretching out another 2 furlongs. Calvin Borel fits this runner well and should get a clean trip for Guadalcanal today.
Race 12: # 4 Makeover Me makes her second start off of the bench today and should run a big one today. She might have disliked the slop in that last effort plus she needed it being off for about a year. She runs back at a similar level as last time and gets a new jock in Perry Ouzts who is riding lights out right now. Look for a big run from Makeover Me today.
Saratoga
Race 7: # 5 Water of Life makes her debut today and could fire big today. She is bred for speed and her moring works show she is ready. She comes from a solid barn and gets their goto rider in John Velazquez who is riding well this summer. With a clean trip look for a winning run from Water of Life
Race 8: # 2 Guadalcanal loves these long distance races and should get home on top today. He has a win at an extended route last out and should have no issues stretching out another 2 furlongs. Calvin Borel fits this runner well and should get a clean trip for Guadalcanal today.
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/6/2009
River Downs
Race 9: # 4 Tell the World improved greatly in her last start and should take another step forward today. She exits what could be a key race as the second place finisher has since come back to win. This is her third start over the oval and should move up today. With longshot jock Sergio Figueroa aboard look for a big run from Tell the World.
Saratoga
Race 7: # 4 Scottkeith'skitten trys the turf for the first time today and should improve greatly in this spot. We have seen this barn win with offsprings of Kitten's Joy on the turf recently and they seem to get the best out of his offspring. His breeding suggest he can handle the turf and the distance shouldn't be an issue. He gets the best turf rider in Julien Leparoux aboard and should break maiden at third asking today.
Race 9: # 4 Tell the World improved greatly in her last start and should take another step forward today. She exits what could be a key race as the second place finisher has since come back to win. This is her third start over the oval and should move up today. With longshot jock Sergio Figueroa aboard look for a big run from Tell the World.
Saratoga
Race 7: # 4 Scottkeith'skitten trys the turf for the first time today and should improve greatly in this spot. We have seen this barn win with offsprings of Kitten's Joy on the turf recently and they seem to get the best out of his offspring. His breeding suggest he can handle the turf and the distance shouldn't be an issue. He gets the best turf rider in Julien Leparoux aboard and should break maiden at third asking today.
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/5/2009
Saratoga
Race 3: # 6 Hidden Face makes her debut today and this well-bred daughter of Empire Maker has the ability to get the job done. She has a string of solid workouts for this debut including a sharp work over this oval. She gets the riding services of Alan Garcia who might be the best up at the Spa and should guide Hidden Face home first today.
Race 4: # 8 Paddy O'Prado makes his turf debut today and should turn things around. He showed little in his debut but that was on a surface he may not have liked. He gets on the grass and his breeding indicates he can handle the lawn. Since his last race he has had a solid workout over the grass up here which could be key. Look for Paddy O'Prado to spring the upset today.
Del Mar
Race 8: # 8 Gangbuster ships out west for this outing and should spring an upset. He his a distance specialist and loves polytrack so he should have no issues on the Del Mar poly or going this far. He comes out of a key race as the winner came back to win a stakes in his next out. A jock switch to Corey Nakatani could be key in getting Gangbuster home on top today.
Race 3: # 6 Hidden Face makes her debut today and this well-bred daughter of Empire Maker has the ability to get the job done. She has a string of solid workouts for this debut including a sharp work over this oval. She gets the riding services of Alan Garcia who might be the best up at the Spa and should guide Hidden Face home first today.
Race 4: # 8 Paddy O'Prado makes his turf debut today and should turn things around. He showed little in his debut but that was on a surface he may not have liked. He gets on the grass and his breeding indicates he can handle the lawn. Since his last race he has had a solid workout over the grass up here which could be key. Look for Paddy O'Prado to spring the upset today.
Del Mar
Race 8: # 8 Gangbuster ships out west for this outing and should spring an upset. He his a distance specialist and loves polytrack so he should have no issues on the Del Mar poly or going this far. He comes out of a key race as the winner came back to win a stakes in his next out. A jock switch to Corey Nakatani could be key in getting Gangbuster home on top today.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/4/2009
River Downs
Race 11: # 2 Strong as Stone loves this distance and runs well over this oval. He has a very good turn of foot and should get the shortest trip around the track with the inside post. Edgar Paucar fits this runner well and should guide Strong as Stone home first today.
Delaware
Race 8: # 10 Christina's World won for fun in her Delaware debut and should make it two in a row today. She has the outside post but does have enough speed where she can clear the field early then cross to the rail. She gets one of the best combos in the world in Gabriel Saez and Larry Jones who should have her ready to roll. Look for a winning run from Christina's World
Mountaineer
Race 2: # 2 Blue Cherries Spin is a classy starter allowance runner and should resume her winning ways today. She has had a short break for this outing which is key and she returns to a surface that should fit her. Even if the race is rained off the turf she should be ready to roll. Yuri Yaranga retains the mount which is key.
Race 11: # 2 Strong as Stone loves this distance and runs well over this oval. He has a very good turn of foot and should get the shortest trip around the track with the inside post. Edgar Paucar fits this runner well and should guide Strong as Stone home first today.
Delaware
Race 8: # 10 Christina's World won for fun in her Delaware debut and should make it two in a row today. She has the outside post but does have enough speed where she can clear the field early then cross to the rail. She gets one of the best combos in the world in Gabriel Saez and Larry Jones who should have her ready to roll. Look for a winning run from Christina's World
Mountaineer
Race 2: # 2 Blue Cherries Spin is a classy starter allowance runner and should resume her winning ways today. She has had a short break for this outing which is key and she returns to a surface that should fit her. Even if the race is rained off the turf she should be ready to roll. Yuri Yaranga retains the mount which is key.
Monday, August 3, 2009
Spot Play for 8/3/2009
Saratoga
Race 8: # 2 Custom for Carlos rides a two race win streak into this contest and should make it three in a row today. He has seemed to come into his own as of late and avoiding traffic trouble has been the key. In most of his losing races he encountered some sort of traffic trouble that might have cost him the race. Hopefully with a clean trip and a return of Julien Leparoux Custom for Carlos can add another graded stakes victory to his resume.
Race 8: # 2 Custom for Carlos rides a two race win streak into this contest and should make it three in a row today. He has seemed to come into his own as of late and avoiding traffic trouble has been the key. In most of his losing races he encountered some sort of traffic trouble that might have cost him the race. Hopefully with a clean trip and a return of Julien Leparoux Custom for Carlos can add another graded stakes victory to his resume.
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/2/2009
River Downs
Race 3: # 3 Slew Approved makes his return to the River looking to get home first today. This is his third start off of a layoff which could be key and he might not have handle the Tapeta last out at Presque Isle. Horses shipping back to conventional dirt from Tapeta have faired well so hopefully Slew Approved can keep the roll going. Perry Ouzts picks up the mount which is a positive sign.
Saratoga
Race 7: # 4 Cosmonaut ships back to NY for this race and should be ready to fire today. His last out might have been just a little too long and shortening up the 1 1/16 miles should fit him just fine. Julien Leparoux is one of the best turf riders in the country and should get Cosmonaut home first today.
Monmouth Park
Race 6: # 7 Acting Zippy looks to be in good form right now and should win with a good effort today. His last run was his first win at this distance and hopefully he can parlay that into another win. He has a history of win streaks and might take to this oval just fine. He has won here sprinting now look for him to win routing. Justin Shepherd retains the mount today.
Race 9: # 9 Man of Danger makes his third start off of a layoff today and should find the wire first today. He exits a couple of key races and had a reason to regress a little last time after the big effort first off the bench. He loves this oval and comes from a red-hot barn. With Chuch C Lopez in the irons look for a winning effort from Man of Danger today.
Race 3: # 3 Slew Approved makes his return to the River looking to get home first today. This is his third start off of a layoff which could be key and he might not have handle the Tapeta last out at Presque Isle. Horses shipping back to conventional dirt from Tapeta have faired well so hopefully Slew Approved can keep the roll going. Perry Ouzts picks up the mount which is a positive sign.
Saratoga
Race 7: # 4 Cosmonaut ships back to NY for this race and should be ready to fire today. His last out might have been just a little too long and shortening up the 1 1/16 miles should fit him just fine. Julien Leparoux is one of the best turf riders in the country and should get Cosmonaut home first today.
Monmouth Park
Race 6: # 7 Acting Zippy looks to be in good form right now and should win with a good effort today. His last run was his first win at this distance and hopefully he can parlay that into another win. He has a history of win streaks and might take to this oval just fine. He has won here sprinting now look for him to win routing. Justin Shepherd retains the mount today.
Race 9: # 9 Man of Danger makes his third start off of a layoff today and should find the wire first today. He exits a couple of key races and had a reason to regress a little last time after the big effort first off the bench. He loves this oval and comes from a red-hot barn. With Chuch C Lopez in the irons look for a winning effort from Man of Danger today.
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Spot Plays for 8/1/2009
River Downs
Race 12: # 3 Brother Terry looks to be the best in this bunch and should get home on top today. He was in over his head a little last out and couldn't get a breather throughout the 1 1/8 mile contest. Shortening up slightly in distance today and facing less pace-pressure should be the key. With all the rain the last couple of days this race should move to the main track and at the end of yesterday's card the rail and speed were holding well. Look for Brother Terry to top this bunch today.
Saratoga
Race 1: # 10 Targe drops in class for this run and should fire big today. He has back to back thirds against stakes and $50,000 claiming company. He drops down to $20,000 today which is the lowest he has seen in quite a while. With Julien Leparoux aboard look for a winning run from Targe in the opener.
Race 4: # 6 Colors Flying makes his second start today and can improve. He broke slowly but ran a decent third last out and stretching out to 7 furlongs could work for him. He comes from a very strong barn and his breeding is very very strong. Since his second start he has a few strong workouts and gets a jock switch to John Velazquez which are all positive. Look for a winning effort from Colors Flying today.
Race 9: # 5 Criticism returns to turf racing today and will step her game up. She tried the dirt in a race that was rained off the turf and is much better on grass. She really likes longer races and I worry if this 1 1/8 might be a little short for her. Since her last start she has a string of solid works and should be ready to fire. Look for a big run from Criticism today.
Arlington Park
Race 7: # 6 My Happiness drops in class for this race and should fit better with this bunch. He was a decent fourth against graded company and finished well in that race. He should get an even better pace setup with Rumor Has It in this spot. My Happiness seems to be rounding into form and with Eddie Razo, Jr. in the saddle look for a winning effort today.
Mountaineer
Race 2: # 6 Trust or Bust is a 4 1/2 furlong specialist that should be right a home today. Throw out his last effort as it was a bit too long and the pace didn't set up in his favor. He has raked in nearly $250,000 just running at this distance and has yet to lose at 4 1/2. He gets his regular rider and should be ready to run today.
Race 12: # 3 Brother Terry looks to be the best in this bunch and should get home on top today. He was in over his head a little last out and couldn't get a breather throughout the 1 1/8 mile contest. Shortening up slightly in distance today and facing less pace-pressure should be the key. With all the rain the last couple of days this race should move to the main track and at the end of yesterday's card the rail and speed were holding well. Look for Brother Terry to top this bunch today.
Saratoga
Race 1: # 10 Targe drops in class for this run and should fire big today. He has back to back thirds against stakes and $50,000 claiming company. He drops down to $20,000 today which is the lowest he has seen in quite a while. With Julien Leparoux aboard look for a winning run from Targe in the opener.
Race 4: # 6 Colors Flying makes his second start today and can improve. He broke slowly but ran a decent third last out and stretching out to 7 furlongs could work for him. He comes from a very strong barn and his breeding is very very strong. Since his second start he has a few strong workouts and gets a jock switch to John Velazquez which are all positive. Look for a winning effort from Colors Flying today.
Race 9: # 5 Criticism returns to turf racing today and will step her game up. She tried the dirt in a race that was rained off the turf and is much better on grass. She really likes longer races and I worry if this 1 1/8 might be a little short for her. Since her last start she has a string of solid works and should be ready to fire. Look for a big run from Criticism today.
Arlington Park
Race 7: # 6 My Happiness drops in class for this race and should fit better with this bunch. He was a decent fourth against graded company and finished well in that race. He should get an even better pace setup with Rumor Has It in this spot. My Happiness seems to be rounding into form and with Eddie Razo, Jr. in the saddle look for a winning effort today.
Mountaineer
Race 2: # 6 Trust or Bust is a 4 1/2 furlong specialist that should be right a home today. Throw out his last effort as it was a bit too long and the pace didn't set up in his favor. He has raked in nearly $250,000 just running at this distance and has yet to lose at 4 1/2. He gets his regular rider and should be ready to run today.
Friday, July 31, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/31/2009
River Downs
Race 12: # 3 Silver Talk Rib drops in class for this run and should turn things around today. He may have been in over his head last out and the distance was a bit much for him. That race may be key as the winner has come back to win since then. He is much better against Buckeye-breds and six furlongs is right up his alley. Otto Thorwarth was the last jock to win aboard Silver Talk Rib and should guide him home first again today.
Saratoga
Race 6: # 11 Mine All Mine drops from stakes competition for this run and should move forward today. This is her third start off a layoff plus she had a reason to regress in that last outing. She owns a win over this oval which most runners in this spot can't say. Wesley Ward is solid with young horses and should have Mine All Mine ready for today's run.
Race 8: # 3 Keertana rides a three race win streak into this contest and should show up big today. Her last two races have been very good over two totally different grass courses. Since her last win she has an okay workout over the training turf which shows she is going good. She comes from a very underrated barn and should be ready to roll today.
Arlington Park
Race 5: # 3 Rahystrada drops in class for this run and seems to fit. He faced stakes company last out and might have been a little outclassed. He drops to claiming company today which he fits much better and gets a jock switch to Inez Karlsson who knows her way around the Arlington turf course. Look for a winning run from Rahystrada today.
Race 12: # 3 Silver Talk Rib drops in class for this run and should turn things around today. He may have been in over his head last out and the distance was a bit much for him. That race may be key as the winner has come back to win since then. He is much better against Buckeye-breds and six furlongs is right up his alley. Otto Thorwarth was the last jock to win aboard Silver Talk Rib and should guide him home first again today.
Saratoga
Race 6: # 11 Mine All Mine drops from stakes competition for this run and should move forward today. This is her third start off a layoff plus she had a reason to regress in that last outing. She owns a win over this oval which most runners in this spot can't say. Wesley Ward is solid with young horses and should have Mine All Mine ready for today's run.
Race 8: # 3 Keertana rides a three race win streak into this contest and should show up big today. Her last two races have been very good over two totally different grass courses. Since her last win she has an okay workout over the training turf which shows she is going good. She comes from a very underrated barn and should be ready to roll today.
Arlington Park
Race 5: # 3 Rahystrada drops in class for this run and seems to fit. He faced stakes company last out and might have been a little outclassed. He drops to claiming company today which he fits much better and gets a jock switch to Inez Karlsson who knows her way around the Arlington turf course. Look for a winning run from Rahystrada today.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/30/2009
River Downs
Race 3: # 3 Ride in the Park makes his third start today and should get home on top today. His form has improved in his last two starts and he gets the riding services of Perry Ouzts which is always a positive. His sire(Ecton Park) used to love the slop and with all the rain yesterday the track should be off for today's card. Look for Ride in the Park to get home first today.
Race 11: # 6 Heather Time makes her second start off of the layoff and could find the wire first at a price. She stretches out in distance today which could be key and she should be able to handle the off going today. With Vernon Bush in the saddle look for a winning effort from Heather Time today.
Saratoga
Race 7: # 11 Simply Spiteful makes her debut today and has the skills and the breeding to be effective in this spot. Her workouts haven't been very quick but they have been long enough to put some foundation in her. Being by champion sprinter Speightown she should excel at this sprint distance. The team of Jeremy Rose and Mike Trombetta could be dangerous at the Spa this season.
Race 3: # 3 Ride in the Park makes his third start today and should get home on top today. His form has improved in his last two starts and he gets the riding services of Perry Ouzts which is always a positive. His sire(Ecton Park) used to love the slop and with all the rain yesterday the track should be off for today's card. Look for Ride in the Park to get home first today.
Race 11: # 6 Heather Time makes her second start off of the layoff and could find the wire first at a price. She stretches out in distance today which could be key and she should be able to handle the off going today. With Vernon Bush in the saddle look for a winning effort from Heather Time today.
Saratoga
Race 7: # 11 Simply Spiteful makes her debut today and has the skills and the breeding to be effective in this spot. Her workouts haven't been very quick but they have been long enough to put some foundation in her. Being by champion sprinter Speightown she should excel at this sprint distance. The team of Jeremy Rose and Mike Trombetta could be dangerous at the Spa this season.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/29/2009
Saratoga
Race 1: # 7 Good Prospect ran well against similar two starts back and since then has improved. He is a strong turf runner that has showed some talent in the past and could be on his game. He's been based up here since shipping north from Florida and could pop at a price. He comes from a sharp turf barn and has one of the best jocks in Alan Garcia taking the reigns. Look for a big effort from Good Prospect today.
Race 3: # 8 Honour Devil makes his US debut today and should be sharp for this outing. He is a mulitple graded stakes winner in Dubai and ran well in his last start over there. He runs very well at these extended sprint distances and since his last start has put in a string of good workouts at Belmont and Saratoga for his return. He moves to a sharp barn and gets a very underrated rider in Rajiv Maragh who can guide Honour Devil to the wire first today.
Race 7: # 8 Trappe Shot makes his first start today and this son of Tapit should win for fun. He has been working strongly for this effort including a bullet workout over this oval which shows he likes it. He debuts for the team of McLaughlin and Garica who are a very potent team. Look for Trappe Shot to win for fun today.
Race 9: # 4 Aegean makes her return to the US today looking to get home on top. She ran poorly over the grass last out and might improve. She gets back on Lasix which could be key as her fading might have been a result of bleeding. Since her last race she has a couple of sharp workouts and should be fit to roll today for trainer Wesley Ward.
Race 1: # 7 Good Prospect ran well against similar two starts back and since then has improved. He is a strong turf runner that has showed some talent in the past and could be on his game. He's been based up here since shipping north from Florida and could pop at a price. He comes from a sharp turf barn and has one of the best jocks in Alan Garcia taking the reigns. Look for a big effort from Good Prospect today.
Race 3: # 8 Honour Devil makes his US debut today and should be sharp for this outing. He is a mulitple graded stakes winner in Dubai and ran well in his last start over there. He runs very well at these extended sprint distances and since his last start has put in a string of good workouts at Belmont and Saratoga for his return. He moves to a sharp barn and gets a very underrated rider in Rajiv Maragh who can guide Honour Devil to the wire first today.
Race 7: # 8 Trappe Shot makes his first start today and this son of Tapit should win for fun. He has been working strongly for this effort including a bullet workout over this oval which shows he likes it. He debuts for the team of McLaughlin and Garica who are a very potent team. Look for Trappe Shot to win for fun today.
Race 9: # 4 Aegean makes her return to the US today looking to get home on top. She ran poorly over the grass last out and might improve. She gets back on Lasix which could be key as her fading might have been a result of bleeding. Since her last race she has a couple of sharp workouts and should be fit to roll today for trainer Wesley Ward.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/28/2009
River Downs
Race 6: # 7 Vick's Violet makes her River Downs debut today and should run a big one. She ran a decent third at a much longer distance and should improve shortening up to 5 furlongs today. She should like the turf but it the race moves to the main track she can certainly handle that. She gets a new rider in Otto Thorwarth who is very solid and could guide Vick's Violet to the wire first today.
Mountaineer
Race 2: # 1 Whiskey Point makes his debut today and should win at first asking. His breeding suggest he can handle the grass the only question is can he handle this short of a distance. He gets one of the best jocks on the grounds in DeShawn Parker who is running away with all the riding titles at the Mountain. Whiskey Point has a string of soild workouts for this debut and should win well tonight.
Race 6: # 7 Vick's Violet makes her River Downs debut today and should run a big one. She ran a decent third at a much longer distance and should improve shortening up to 5 furlongs today. She should like the turf but it the race moves to the main track she can certainly handle that. She gets a new rider in Otto Thorwarth who is very solid and could guide Vick's Violet to the wire first today.
Mountaineer
Race 2: # 1 Whiskey Point makes his debut today and should win at first asking. His breeding suggest he can handle the grass the only question is can he handle this short of a distance. He gets one of the best jocks on the grounds in DeShawn Parker who is running away with all the riding titles at the Mountain. Whiskey Point has a string of soild workouts for this debut and should win well tonight.
Monday, July 27, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/27/2009
Delaware Park
Race 3: # 2 True Zip ran well in her debut and should find the wire first today. She showed alot of early speed in that last outing and might be the quickest of the runners in this bunch. She keeps Jeremy Rose in the irons which is positive and should guide her home first today. Look for a winning run from True Zip today.
Mountaineer
Race 2: # 4 Seeking the Honey ran well last out and should improve tonight. She ran a decent third over the Presque Isle surface and might step up running on turf today. She has wins on the grass as well as dirt in case this race gets moved. Ricky Feliciano gets back aboard which is very good. Look for Seeking the Honey to get home on top today.
Race 3: # 2 True Zip ran well in her debut and should find the wire first today. She showed alot of early speed in that last outing and might be the quickest of the runners in this bunch. She keeps Jeremy Rose in the irons which is positive and should guide her home first today. Look for a winning run from True Zip today.
Mountaineer
Race 2: # 4 Seeking the Honey ran well last out and should improve tonight. She ran a decent third over the Presque Isle surface and might step up running on turf today. She has wins on the grass as well as dirt in case this race gets moved. Ricky Feliciano gets back aboard which is very good. Look for Seeking the Honey to get home on top today.
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/26/2009
River Downs
Race 1: # 5 Johnny Be True makes his debut today and should run a big one today. He has a string of decent workouts for this race including a nice 3/8th blowout two days ago to put a little speed into him. He gets an underrated rider in Azael De Leon who is flying under the radar right now. Look for Johnny Be True to make it to the winner's circle in his first try.
Race 7: # 5 Ohio Star makes her first start in the Buckeye state and should improve her form today. She chased the pace on the poly at Arlington before fading and could turn things around. She gets Lasix for the first time which is key as she bled in that last effort. A jock switch to Casey Chavez should get her home on top today.
Arlington Park
Race 4: # 1 Piano Magic makes his first run over the lawn today and could be rounding into form today. His last two effort have been good including a route race last time. The turf should move him up and the drop in class can't hurt. Tanner Riggs hangs around which is a positive. Look for improvement from Piano Magic today.
Race 1: # 5 Johnny Be True makes his debut today and should run a big one today. He has a string of decent workouts for this race including a nice 3/8th blowout two days ago to put a little speed into him. He gets an underrated rider in Azael De Leon who is flying under the radar right now. Look for Johnny Be True to make it to the winner's circle in his first try.
Race 7: # 5 Ohio Star makes her first start in the Buckeye state and should improve her form today. She chased the pace on the poly at Arlington before fading and could turn things around. She gets Lasix for the first time which is key as she bled in that last effort. A jock switch to Casey Chavez should get her home on top today.
Arlington Park
Race 4: # 1 Piano Magic makes his first run over the lawn today and could be rounding into form today. His last two effort have been good including a route race last time. The turf should move him up and the drop in class can't hurt. Tanner Riggs hangs around which is a positive. Look for improvement from Piano Magic today.
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/25/2009
River Downs
Race 6: # 2 A Rose for Lisa makes her third start today and should take another step forward. She ran well in her debut here at River then put in an even effort going shorter at Mountaineer. She ships back to a circuit that might be a little softer and has an okay work since her last effort. She seems to be rounding into good form and could come home first today.
Belmont Park
Race 9: # 7 Hightap comes into this spot on a two race win streak and should make it three in a row today. She seems to be in the best form of any runner in this race and her breeding shows she should handle the added distance today. Since her last outing she has put in two solid works over the training track at Saratoga and looks ready for this spot. She gets a new jock in Edgar Prado which is a positive sign. Look for Hightap to find the winner's circle again today.
Canterbury Park
Race 4: # 5 Mizzcan'tbewrong rides a two race win streak into this contest and should make it three in a row today. She took down two stakes that were taken off the turf but it just as effective on the lawn. She hasn't faced as tough of competition as the favorite in the race but she is just as good and should be a better price. Gets Robby Albarado for this effort which is a good sign. Look for three in a row from Mizzcan'tbewrong today.
Race 6: # 4 Who Let the Cat In has won five of his last six effort and should run very well today. He likes this oval with two wins and a second from three starts here and might be ready for a big effort today. Paul Nolan guided him home first last out and could do it again. This might be the toughest field he has faced in a while but surely he's up to the task today. Look for a winning run from Who Let the Cat In
Race 6: # 2 A Rose for Lisa makes her third start today and should take another step forward. She ran well in her debut here at River then put in an even effort going shorter at Mountaineer. She ships back to a circuit that might be a little softer and has an okay work since her last effort. She seems to be rounding into good form and could come home first today.
Belmont Park
Race 9: # 7 Hightap comes into this spot on a two race win streak and should make it three in a row today. She seems to be in the best form of any runner in this race and her breeding shows she should handle the added distance today. Since her last outing she has put in two solid works over the training track at Saratoga and looks ready for this spot. She gets a new jock in Edgar Prado which is a positive sign. Look for Hightap to find the winner's circle again today.
Canterbury Park
Race 4: # 5 Mizzcan'tbewrong rides a two race win streak into this contest and should make it three in a row today. She took down two stakes that were taken off the turf but it just as effective on the lawn. She hasn't faced as tough of competition as the favorite in the race but she is just as good and should be a better price. Gets Robby Albarado for this effort which is a good sign. Look for three in a row from Mizzcan'tbewrong today.
Race 6: # 4 Who Let the Cat In has won five of his last six effort and should run very well today. He likes this oval with two wins and a second from three starts here and might be ready for a big effort today. Paul Nolan guided him home first last out and could do it again. This might be the toughest field he has faced in a while but surely he's up to the task today. Look for a winning run from Who Let the Cat In
Friday, July 24, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/24/2009
River Downs
Race 1: # 2 French Chew ran a decent second last out and should take another step forward today. She was facing the boys in that race and ran into a buzzsaw in Cross Sabers. She returns to facing the fillies which could truly help. She has come up against some tough competition in her last couple and faces softer today. Look for a winning run from French Chew today.
Race 5: # 5 Camp Commander drops in class today and should improve greatly. He has never faired well over the turf so moving back to dirt could help him. He drops back to the claiming ranks and picks up the non-winners of four condition which will be key. Gets a new jock in Jorge Bracho which will help today. Look for a good run from Camp Commander
Race 9: # 3 Southern Sweet Tea has won three in a row on dirt and should make it four in a row today. She has a fair amount of early speed when on her game and has the speed numbers to fit with this bunch. She gets a new jock in Otto Thorwarth who has won with this filly before and should get Southern Sweet Tea home first.
Arlington Park
Race 7: # 6 Royal Highland drops in class for this run and should improve greatly. She tried stakes company last out in a race that was moved from the turf and didn't show anything. Her last effort against this class was a decent second behind a stakes winner so she should've gained something from that. Since her last run she has a decent workout over the oval and could be fit to run today with Jesse Campbell in the irons.
Race 1: # 2 French Chew ran a decent second last out and should take another step forward today. She was facing the boys in that race and ran into a buzzsaw in Cross Sabers. She returns to facing the fillies which could truly help. She has come up against some tough competition in her last couple and faces softer today. Look for a winning run from French Chew today.
Race 5: # 5 Camp Commander drops in class today and should improve greatly. He has never faired well over the turf so moving back to dirt could help him. He drops back to the claiming ranks and picks up the non-winners of four condition which will be key. Gets a new jock in Jorge Bracho which will help today. Look for a good run from Camp Commander
Race 9: # 3 Southern Sweet Tea has won three in a row on dirt and should make it four in a row today. She has a fair amount of early speed when on her game and has the speed numbers to fit with this bunch. She gets a new jock in Otto Thorwarth who has won with this filly before and should get Southern Sweet Tea home first.
Arlington Park
Race 7: # 6 Royal Highland drops in class for this run and should improve greatly. She tried stakes company last out in a race that was moved from the turf and didn't show anything. Her last effort against this class was a decent second behind a stakes winner so she should've gained something from that. Since her last run she has a decent workout over the oval and could be fit to run today with Jesse Campbell in the irons.
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/23/2009
River Downs
Race 6: # 3 Mercy drops into condition company for this outing and should improve greatly. She is a true horse for course with 10 of her 14 wins coming over this oval and she likes an off track which could be key today. With all the rain yesterday the track should still have some water in it. She gets a jock switch to Jose Calo who has been hot as of late and should guide Mercy to the winner's circle today.
Monmouth Park
Race 8: # 4 It's Not for Love switches to a speed-minded rider and should spring an upset in this spot today. On paper she seems to be the only speed in a field of closers. With Chuck C Lopez picking up the mount you know he's going to the front. With a comfortable pace look for It's Not for Love to come home first today.
Race 6: # 3 Mercy drops into condition company for this outing and should improve greatly. She is a true horse for course with 10 of her 14 wins coming over this oval and she likes an off track which could be key today. With all the rain yesterday the track should still have some water in it. She gets a jock switch to Jose Calo who has been hot as of late and should guide Mercy to the winner's circle today.
Monmouth Park
Race 8: # 4 It's Not for Love switches to a speed-minded rider and should spring an upset in this spot today. On paper she seems to be the only speed in a field of closers. With Chuck C Lopez picking up the mount you know he's going to the front. With a comfortable pace look for It's Not for Love to come home first today.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/22/2009
Arlington Park
Race 8: # 9 Da Mama shortens up in distance today and should improve greatly. She set the pace and faded at 7 furlongs and moving to 5 furlongs should help her carry her speed. She moves to the turf for the first time and her breeding suggest she can handle the grass just fine. Eddie Razo, Jr. fits this filly well and should get Da Mama home on top today.
Monmouth Park
Race 2: # 6 Wonderful 'n Wild makes her second start off of a layoff today and could improve today. She closed well last out and should have a similar pace setup today. She comes back on two weeks rest which shows she is in good form and fit for today's outing. Channing Hill keeps the mount which is a positive sign today.
Race 8: # 9 Da Mama shortens up in distance today and should improve greatly. She set the pace and faded at 7 furlongs and moving to 5 furlongs should help her carry her speed. She moves to the turf for the first time and her breeding suggest she can handle the grass just fine. Eddie Razo, Jr. fits this filly well and should get Da Mama home on top today.
Monmouth Park
Race 2: # 6 Wonderful 'n Wild makes her second start off of a layoff today and could improve today. She closed well last out and should have a similar pace setup today. She comes back on two weeks rest which shows she is in good form and fit for today's outing. Channing Hill keeps the mount which is a positive sign today.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/21/2009
River Downs
Race 5: # 4 Sweet Talkin Rose won for fun in her return to the River Down's sod and should make it two in a row today. She moves to the stater allowance ranks which she has handled in the past and this bunch looks similar to the field she beat last out. She could be the fastest of all the runners in this field. If she is on her game look for a winning run from Sweet Talkin Rose today.
Delaware
Race 8: # 4 On the Vineyard returns to Delaware looking to get home on top today. He has been facing stakes foes as of late and should improve moving to this allowance race. Since his last run he has worked solidly at Monmouth and should be fit. He get's Carlos Marquez, Jr. who is very underrated and should get On the Vineyard home first today.
Mountaineer
Race 1: # 8 Jojo Jettin makes her second start off of a layoff today and should get to the wire first. She has the breeding to handle the grass and should improve off of her last run. If the pace sets up in her favor she should run a big race with Marco Ccamaque in the irons.
Race 5: # 4 Sweet Talkin Rose won for fun in her return to the River Down's sod and should make it two in a row today. She moves to the stater allowance ranks which she has handled in the past and this bunch looks similar to the field she beat last out. She could be the fastest of all the runners in this field. If she is on her game look for a winning run from Sweet Talkin Rose today.
Delaware
Race 8: # 4 On the Vineyard returns to Delaware looking to get home on top today. He has been facing stakes foes as of late and should improve moving to this allowance race. Since his last run he has worked solidly at Monmouth and should be fit. He get's Carlos Marquez, Jr. who is very underrated and should get On the Vineyard home first today.
Mountaineer
Race 1: # 8 Jojo Jettin makes her second start off of a layoff today and should get to the wire first. She has the breeding to handle the grass and should improve off of her last run. If the pace sets up in her favor she should run a big race with Marco Ccamaque in the irons.
Monday, July 20, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/20/2009
Back with more selections after a relaxing weekend in WVA
Delaware
Race 9: # 3 Megachurch returns from the bench today and should get home on top today. She didn't show much against tougher in her last start and the winner of that came back to win the American Oaks at Hollywood. Since her last run she has put together a string of workouts and loves this oval. With Jose Caraballo back in the irons look for a winning return from Megachurch today.
Mountaineer
Race 9: # 3 Jump to Start returns to dirt racing today and should get the job done. He is much better at routes than sprints and his early speed will be key. Since the last run he put in a decent workout over the oval and should be fit. He gets a new jock in T. D. Houghton who is very sharp and should guide Jump to Start home today.
Delaware
Race 9: # 3 Megachurch returns from the bench today and should get home on top today. She didn't show much against tougher in her last start and the winner of that came back to win the American Oaks at Hollywood. Since her last run she has put together a string of workouts and loves this oval. With Jose Caraballo back in the irons look for a winning return from Megachurch today.
Mountaineer
Race 9: # 3 Jump to Start returns to dirt racing today and should get the job done. He is much better at routes than sprints and his early speed will be key. Since the last run he put in a decent workout over the oval and should be fit. He gets a new jock in T. D. Houghton who is very sharp and should guide Jump to Start home today.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/16/2009
River Downs
Race 7: # 2 Forward Wisconsin returns to River today looking to get to the wire first today. His only River outing was a decent 5th in last year's Green Carpet and maybe he didn't like the grass. Since that outing he has ran okay and now moves to a new barn. He shortens up in distance today and should be effective. Look for a winning run from Forward Wisconsin today.
Monmouth Park
Race 8: # 5 Mystic Miracle just missed last out and should step her game up today. She closed strongly at this distance and should have the pace setup to help her kick today. Since her last start she has put in three solid workouts and should be fit for this run. Elvis Trujillo picks up the mount which is key today.
Race 7: # 2 Forward Wisconsin returns to River today looking to get to the wire first today. His only River outing was a decent 5th in last year's Green Carpet and maybe he didn't like the grass. Since that outing he has ran okay and now moves to a new barn. He shortens up in distance today and should be effective. Look for a winning run from Forward Wisconsin today.
Monmouth Park
Race 8: # 5 Mystic Miracle just missed last out and should step her game up today. She closed strongly at this distance and should have the pace setup to help her kick today. Since her last start she has put in three solid workouts and should be fit for this run. Elvis Trujillo picks up the mount which is key today.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/15/2009
Arlington Park
Race 6: # 5 Voy Por Uno Mas drops in class for this effort and should run well today. He has a stakes win under his belt this season and should outclass this bunch today. He has a fair amount of early speed which should put him in a good spot and the jock switch to Quincy Hamilton might spark a return to the winner's circle. Look for a winning run from Voy Por Uno Mas today.
Monmouth Park
Race 8: # 2 Harlow's Court won for fun in his debut and should make it two in a row today. He is very well bred and has handled the distance and surface in the past. Since is last win he has put in a couple of okay workouts for this return and gets the riding services of Joe Bravo who is one of the best on the grounds. Look for a dominating performance from Harlow's Court today.
Race 6: # 5 Voy Por Uno Mas drops in class for this effort and should run well today. He has a stakes win under his belt this season and should outclass this bunch today. He has a fair amount of early speed which should put him in a good spot and the jock switch to Quincy Hamilton might spark a return to the winner's circle. Look for a winning run from Voy Por Uno Mas today.
Monmouth Park
Race 8: # 2 Harlow's Court won for fun in his debut and should make it two in a row today. He is very well bred and has handled the distance and surface in the past. Since is last win he has put in a couple of okay workouts for this return and gets the riding services of Joe Bravo who is one of the best on the grounds. Look for a dominating performance from Harlow's Court today.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/14/2009
River Downs
Race 5: # 8 Yankee Lad makes his second start off of the bench and should improve today. He really needed that last outing and may enjoy the move from Indy to River. Since his last start he has a decent workout to prep for a return to the races and his last out may be a key race as the second place finisher has come back to win. Azael De Leon gets the mount for trainer Jeff Thornbury today.
Race 7: # 9 Rockslide Slim makes his River debut today and should get home first. He won for fun in his debut over polytrack and since hasn't shown much on conventional dirt. Moving to turf could be key for this runner as his breeding suggest he can handle the grass. Since his last out he has put in a couple of sharp works at Turfway and should be fit. His last couple of outing has been key as the winner in both have come back to run. With Perry Ouzts in the irons look for a big effort from Rockslide Slim today
Indiana Downs
Race 1: # 3 First to Know moves to the grass for the first time and should step his game up to win. He is bred to run on the grass and run far and hopefully he can get the job done. He adds lasix for the first time and comes from a very solid barn. With Tommy Pompell in the irons look for a winning run from First to Know today.
Race 5: # 8 Yankee Lad makes his second start off of the bench and should improve today. He really needed that last outing and may enjoy the move from Indy to River. Since his last start he has a decent workout to prep for a return to the races and his last out may be a key race as the second place finisher has come back to win. Azael De Leon gets the mount for trainer Jeff Thornbury today.
Race 7: # 9 Rockslide Slim makes his River debut today and should get home first. He won for fun in his debut over polytrack and since hasn't shown much on conventional dirt. Moving to turf could be key for this runner as his breeding suggest he can handle the grass. Since his last out he has put in a couple of sharp works at Turfway and should be fit. His last couple of outing has been key as the winner in both have come back to run. With Perry Ouzts in the irons look for a big effort from Rockslide Slim today
Indiana Downs
Race 1: # 3 First to Know moves to the grass for the first time and should step his game up to win. He is bred to run on the grass and run far and hopefully he can get the job done. He adds lasix for the first time and comes from a very solid barn. With Tommy Pompell in the irons look for a winning run from First to Know today.
Monday, July 13, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/13/2009
Delaware Park
Race 8: # 3 Chilukki's Song makes her debut today and should fire today. She has a string of solid workouts and is bred to be a top-class runner. She gets the riding services of Joe Rocco who is doing well this season and hopefully they can team up for a big win today.
Fort Erie
Race 8: # 12 Belfast Dancer returns to the turf for today's outing and should get home on top today. He was in over his head last out plus that wasn't his best surface. A return to starter allowance competition and turf racing will be the key. Eric Edwards fits this runner well and should get him home on top today.
Race 8: # 3 Chilukki's Song makes her debut today and should fire today. She has a string of solid workouts and is bred to be a top-class runner. She gets the riding services of Joe Rocco who is doing well this season and hopefully they can team up for a big win today.
Fort Erie
Race 8: # 12 Belfast Dancer returns to the turf for today's outing and should get home on top today. He was in over his head last out plus that wasn't his best surface. A return to starter allowance competition and turf racing will be the key. Eric Edwards fits this runner well and should get him home on top today.
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Catch My Selections on the Regular Guy Show today
At beautiful River Downs. Watch as John and I try to give you the winners for today's card. Today's feature is the $50,000 Hoover Stakes for Ohio-bred 2-year-olds. First post time is 2:00P.M.
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/11/2009
River Downs
Race 6: # 3 Elle Society makes her River debut today and should get home on top today. She won well last out over the Tapeta at Presque Isle and should be fit for this effort. Horses moving from Tapeta to different surfaces seem to fair pretty well. This race is carded for the turf but could be rained off as it is suppose to rain today in the Queen City. Perry Ouzts picks up the mount which could be key. Look for Elle Society to double up today.
Arlington Park
Race 5: # 2 Tizaqueena makes her AP deubt today and could run well at a price. She scratched out of a stakes at Churchill for this spot and has a strong workout to prep for this run. She has speed which could be key because the pace will be slow early on. If she can slow things down look for her to have plenty of kick late to run away from this field. E.T. Baird rides for Mike Stidham
Race 7: # 4 Oil Man ships in from Hollywood for this effort and could fire today. He won for fun in a strong renewal of the Cinema and since has had a strong workout at Hollywood. Wish he would have had a workout over this oval but John Sadler knows what he is doing. He needs some speed to chase and should get the right pace setup today. Look for a strong effort from Oil Man today.
Race 12: # 6 Silverfoot won well last out in his 2009 debut and should be able to step up in class today. He closed from the clouds to win the Tin Man over this oval and that was at a distance that might not be his best. He stretches out to the 1 1/4 mile distance which should be best. Since his last run he has a couple of good workouts at Churchill and should be fit to fire. With Chris Emigh in the irons look for a winning effort from Silverfoot today.
Race 6: # 3 Elle Society makes her River debut today and should get home on top today. She won well last out over the Tapeta at Presque Isle and should be fit for this effort. Horses moving from Tapeta to different surfaces seem to fair pretty well. This race is carded for the turf but could be rained off as it is suppose to rain today in the Queen City. Perry Ouzts picks up the mount which could be key. Look for Elle Society to double up today.
Arlington Park
Race 5: # 2 Tizaqueena makes her AP deubt today and could run well at a price. She scratched out of a stakes at Churchill for this spot and has a strong workout to prep for this run. She has speed which could be key because the pace will be slow early on. If she can slow things down look for her to have plenty of kick late to run away from this field. E.T. Baird rides for Mike Stidham
Race 7: # 4 Oil Man ships in from Hollywood for this effort and could fire today. He won for fun in a strong renewal of the Cinema and since has had a strong workout at Hollywood. Wish he would have had a workout over this oval but John Sadler knows what he is doing. He needs some speed to chase and should get the right pace setup today. Look for a strong effort from Oil Man today.
Race 12: # 6 Silverfoot won well last out in his 2009 debut and should be able to step up in class today. He closed from the clouds to win the Tin Man over this oval and that was at a distance that might not be his best. He stretches out to the 1 1/4 mile distance which should be best. Since his last run he has a couple of good workouts at Churchill and should be fit to fire. With Chris Emigh in the irons look for a winning effort from Silverfoot today.
Friday, July 10, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/10/2009
River Downs
Race 11: # 3 Flatterdew returns to the races off a short break and should get the job done today. She shipped to Indy last time and showed nothing on the turf. Hopefully a return to dirt racing will be the key. Plus she likes this oval and has an okay work to prep for this start. She gets Otto Thorwarth back in the saddle which is a positive sign. Look for improvement from Flatterdew today.
Race 13: # 5 Darned Worthy makes his third start off of a layoff and has a big chance in the nightcap today. This barn won with a horse shipping in from Pinnacle and this one should be no exception. The track up there is deep and seems to get horses in shape. The jock switch to Jose Calo is big as well. Look for a winning effort from Darned Worthy today.
Race 11: # 3 Flatterdew returns to the races off a short break and should get the job done today. She shipped to Indy last time and showed nothing on the turf. Hopefully a return to dirt racing will be the key. Plus she likes this oval and has an okay work to prep for this start. She gets Otto Thorwarth back in the saddle which is a positive sign. Look for improvement from Flatterdew today.
Race 13: # 5 Darned Worthy makes his third start off of a layoff and has a big chance in the nightcap today. This barn won with a horse shipping in from Pinnacle and this one should be no exception. The track up there is deep and seems to get horses in shape. The jock switch to Jose Calo is big as well. Look for a winning effort from Darned Worthy today.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/9/2009
River Downs
Race 6: # 5 Thevicarsdaughter drops in class for this effort and should get the job done at a decent price. She always puts in a good effort and might have been over her head in that allowance race. She drops back to claiming races and faces Buckeye-Breds for the first time in a long while. Jorge Guerra fits this filly well and should get her home on top today.
Monmouth Park
Race 6: # 2 Inventive makes her turf debut today and should get home on top at a decent price. She made a nice middle move before tiring last out and should be fitter for that. Her breeding should help her with the grass and she gets one of the most underrated turf riders in Carlos Marquez, Jr. who is going well right now. Look for Inventive to pop at a price today.
Race 6: # 5 Thevicarsdaughter drops in class for this effort and should get the job done at a decent price. She always puts in a good effort and might have been over her head in that allowance race. She drops back to claiming races and faces Buckeye-Breds for the first time in a long while. Jorge Guerra fits this filly well and should get her home on top today.
Monmouth Park
Race 6: # 2 Inventive makes her turf debut today and should get home on top at a decent price. She made a nice middle move before tiring last out and should be fitter for that. Her breeding should help her with the grass and she gets one of the most underrated turf riders in Carlos Marquez, Jr. who is going well right now. Look for Inventive to pop at a price today.
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/8/2009
Indiana Downs
Race 1: # 6 Atticus Guard makes her turf debut today and should improve her form tonight. She has a fair amount of speed that should help her and the added distance shouldn't be a problem. She keeps Rodney Prescott in the irons which could be key and they could get the job done at a price today.
Race 3: # 8 Bubblin' Brew makes her Indy and turf debut tonight and should spring an upset. She is much better at a distance and exits a key race as the winner came back to win yesterday down at River Downs. The Greenhill barn has been sharp this season and should have Bubblin' Brew keyed up for tonights run. Look for a decent effort tonight.
Race 1: # 6 Atticus Guard makes her turf debut today and should improve her form tonight. She has a fair amount of speed that should help her and the added distance shouldn't be a problem. She keeps Rodney Prescott in the irons which could be key and they could get the job done at a price today.
Race 3: # 8 Bubblin' Brew makes her Indy and turf debut tonight and should spring an upset. She is much better at a distance and exits a key race as the winner came back to win yesterday down at River Downs. The Greenhill barn has been sharp this season and should have Bubblin' Brew keyed up for tonights run. Look for a decent effort tonight.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/7/2009
River Downs
Race 3: # 5 La Rockette ships back to the River for today's contest and should spring the upset in this spot. She has been facing tougher at Churchill and could step her game up in this starter allowance contest. She has been off for about a month or so and should be fresh for this outing. With Juan Enriquez in the irons look for a solid effort from La Rockette today.
Race 4: # 2 Mini Lamp gets on the grass for the first time and should relish the going today. Everything in her breeding suggest that grass is where she wants to be and her latest workout shows she is fit. Hector Rosario, Jr. is starting to heat up and hopefully he can get Mini Lamp home on top today.
Race 7: # 1 Serengeti Wonder returns from a short layoff and should be ready to go. He is another one that is bred well for the lawn and he comes from a barn that does very well here at River and very well with it's turf runners. Only concern is there are no workouts for this return. If all goes well look for Serengeti Wonder and Edgar Paucar to get home on top today.
Race 9: # 4 Calling for Storms gets on a surface he should love and should be a big factor today. He ran very well in his debut only to come up short and hopefully he learned alot from that effort. His breeding is for distance and for grass and surely he can fire today. Mike Rone is a solid conditioner and getting Perry Ouzts in the irons is a plus. Look for a winning effort from Calling for Storms today.
Race 3: # 5 La Rockette ships back to the River for today's contest and should spring the upset in this spot. She has been facing tougher at Churchill and could step her game up in this starter allowance contest. She has been off for about a month or so and should be fresh for this outing. With Juan Enriquez in the irons look for a solid effort from La Rockette today.
Race 4: # 2 Mini Lamp gets on the grass for the first time and should relish the going today. Everything in her breeding suggest that grass is where she wants to be and her latest workout shows she is fit. Hector Rosario, Jr. is starting to heat up and hopefully he can get Mini Lamp home on top today.
Race 7: # 1 Serengeti Wonder returns from a short layoff and should be ready to go. He is another one that is bred well for the lawn and he comes from a barn that does very well here at River and very well with it's turf runners. Only concern is there are no workouts for this return. If all goes well look for Serengeti Wonder and Edgar Paucar to get home on top today.
Race 9: # 4 Calling for Storms gets on a surface he should love and should be a big factor today. He ran very well in his debut only to come up short and hopefully he learned alot from that effort. His breeding is for distance and for grass and surely he can fire today. Mike Rone is a solid conditioner and getting Perry Ouzts in the irons is a plus. Look for a winning effort from Calling for Storms today.
Monday, July 6, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/6/2009
Delaware Park
Race 7: # 8 Medina Thunder makes her second start today and should get home on top. She made up a lot of ground last time and has the ability to improve. Since that effort she has a decent workout at Fair Hills and should be fit for this run. A jock switch to Rosie Napravnik could be key today.
Indiana Downs
Race 6: # 11 Complicity ran well last out and should have no issue stepping up in class today. Since her last start she has a string of strong workouts at Churchill that show she is fit and ready to roll. Julien Leparoux ships in for the mount which could be key today. Look for a big effort from Complicity today.
Race 7: # 8 Medina Thunder makes her second start today and should get home on top. She made up a lot of ground last time and has the ability to improve. Since that effort she has a decent workout at Fair Hills and should be fit for this run. A jock switch to Rosie Napravnik could be key today.
Indiana Downs
Race 6: # 11 Complicity ran well last out and should have no issue stepping up in class today. Since her last start she has a string of strong workouts at Churchill that show she is fit and ready to roll. Julien Leparoux ships in for the mount which could be key today. Look for a big effort from Complicity today.
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/5/2009
River Downs
Race 4: # 6 Greenhill Charlie moves back to the claiming ranks for this effort and should get home on top today. He just missed on the lawn last time against stater allowance foes and could fire in this $15,000 claimer. With the rain yesterday this race will surely come off the grass. That shouldn't be an issue for Greenhill Charlie today. Edgar Paucar keeps the mount which is a good sign.
Churchill Downs
Race 2: # 1 Fundy streches out for this effort and should get the job done today. He has shown speed in the past and that could be the key. These 1 1/8 mile races tend to lack early speed and front-runners get to the top, slow the pace, then run away from the field. Hopefully Brian Hernandez, Jr. can control the pace on Fundy and steal the show today.
Race 4: # 6 Greenhill Charlie moves back to the claiming ranks for this effort and should get home on top today. He just missed on the lawn last time against stater allowance foes and could fire in this $15,000 claimer. With the rain yesterday this race will surely come off the grass. That shouldn't be an issue for Greenhill Charlie today. Edgar Paucar keeps the mount which is a good sign.
Churchill Downs
Race 2: # 1 Fundy streches out for this effort and should get the job done today. He has shown speed in the past and that could be the key. These 1 1/8 mile races tend to lack early speed and front-runners get to the top, slow the pace, then run away from the field. Hopefully Brian Hernandez, Jr. can control the pace on Fundy and steal the show today.
Friday, July 3, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/3/2009
River Downs
Race 6: # 5 Crafty Wac returns to the place of her last victory looking to get back to the winner's circle today. She shipped up to Indy for two outings where she showed speed before fading and should get a better pace setup today. She gets a new jock in Hector Rosario, Jr. who is due for a win streak. Look for a solid effort from Crafty Wac today.
Race 12: # 3 Just Otis is making his third start off of a layoff and should be ready to fire today. He comes out of a key race as the winner has since returned to win and the second place finisher is in this race today. He loves this oval as both of his wins have come here at River and hopefully he is in good form. Look for a big run from Just Otis today.
Race 6: # 5 Crafty Wac returns to the place of her last victory looking to get back to the winner's circle today. She shipped up to Indy for two outings where she showed speed before fading and should get a better pace setup today. She gets a new jock in Hector Rosario, Jr. who is due for a win streak. Look for a solid effort from Crafty Wac today.
Race 12: # 3 Just Otis is making his third start off of a layoff and should be ready to fire today. He comes out of a key race as the winner has since returned to win and the second place finisher is in this race today. He loves this oval as both of his wins have come here at River and hopefully he is in good form. Look for a big run from Just Otis today.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/2/2009
River Downs
Race 9: # 6 Miss Winston makes her River Downs debut today and should be ready to roll today. This is her third career start and while she didn't show much in the first two starts those were at Belmont and Keeneland where the competition is stiffer. She has a couple of decent workouts for this race and gets the services of Gavin Faulkner who doesn't come to River that often. Look for this daughter of Street Cry to get home on top today.
Arlington Park
Race 6: # 3 Shadow Giant is undefeated over the turf at AP and should add another win to her resume today. She controlled the pace last out and should be sitting on or near the lead today. Since that last run she has put in a decent 5/8th work over the oval to prep and should be good to go. Eddie Razo, Jr. picks up the mount
Race 9: # 6 Miss Winston makes her River Downs debut today and should be ready to roll today. This is her third career start and while she didn't show much in the first two starts those were at Belmont and Keeneland where the competition is stiffer. She has a couple of decent workouts for this race and gets the services of Gavin Faulkner who doesn't come to River that often. Look for this daughter of Street Cry to get home on top today.
Arlington Park
Race 6: # 3 Shadow Giant is undefeated over the turf at AP and should add another win to her resume today. She controlled the pace last out and should be sitting on or near the lead today. Since that last run she has put in a decent 5/8th work over the oval to prep and should be good to go. Eddie Razo, Jr. picks up the mount
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Spot Plays for 7/1/2009
Arlington Park
Race 8: # 3 Seeyalatertater won against tougher last out and should add another win to her resume today. She drops into the claming ranks today after beating allowance foes and should run very well. She gets a new jock in James Graham who is the best jock in grass races and could get the best trip for Seeyalatertater
Indiana Downs
Race 5: # 6 Starship Supreme picks up a softer condition today and should get home on top today at a price. He ran in a stakes prep last time and may enjoy the drop to condition allowance for this spot. Since that outing he has a solid work down at River Downs and gets one of the best jocks around in Orlando Mojica who should guide Starship Supreme to the wire first today.
Race 7: # 4 Jump for Joyeux returns from the bench today looking to pick up where he left off. He was riding a three race win streak before going on vacation and since then he has a few solid workouts for this race. He is a sprint machine and should fire fresh today.
Race 8: # 3 Seeyalatertater won against tougher last out and should add another win to her resume today. She drops into the claming ranks today after beating allowance foes and should run very well. She gets a new jock in James Graham who is the best jock in grass races and could get the best trip for Seeyalatertater
Indiana Downs
Race 5: # 6 Starship Supreme picks up a softer condition today and should get home on top today at a price. He ran in a stakes prep last time and may enjoy the drop to condition allowance for this spot. Since that outing he has a solid work down at River Downs and gets one of the best jocks around in Orlando Mojica who should guide Starship Supreme to the wire first today.
Race 7: # 4 Jump for Joyeux returns from the bench today looking to pick up where he left off. He was riding a three race win streak before going on vacation and since then he has a few solid workouts for this race. He is a sprint machine and should fire fresh today.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/30/2009 Happy Birthday Granny!!!
River Downs
Race 6: # 4 Up in the Clouds makes his debut today looking to get home on top. He has a few decent workouts for this effort and comes from a solid family. The Mike Rone barn has been hot this season especially with young horses. Perry Ouzts picks up the mount which is key. Look for a winning debut from this son of Flight Forty Nine
Indiana Downs
Race 1: # 12 Giddyup Gadfly is bred to run on the lawn and should get home first tonight. He comes from the Eric Reed barn which is the best in these situations. The only thing that worries me is the outside post. With Julio Felix in the irons look for a big effort from Giddyup Gadfly.
Race 7: # 8 Winners Get Even just missed last out and should have no problems getting home first tonight. Her form has really improved since shipping to Indy back in May and hopefully she can stay on this roll. Orlando Mojica is the best around and should have her in a good spot. Look for a winning effort from Winners Get Even.
Race 6: # 4 Up in the Clouds makes his debut today looking to get home on top. He has a few decent workouts for this effort and comes from a solid family. The Mike Rone barn has been hot this season especially with young horses. Perry Ouzts picks up the mount which is key. Look for a winning debut from this son of Flight Forty Nine
Indiana Downs
Race 1: # 12 Giddyup Gadfly is bred to run on the lawn and should get home first tonight. He comes from the Eric Reed barn which is the best in these situations. The only thing that worries me is the outside post. With Julio Felix in the irons look for a big effort from Giddyup Gadfly.
Race 7: # 8 Winners Get Even just missed last out and should have no problems getting home first tonight. Her form has really improved since shipping to Indy back in May and hopefully she can stay on this roll. Orlando Mojica is the best around and should have her in a good spot. Look for a winning effort from Winners Get Even.
Monday, June 29, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/29/2009
Delaware Park
Race 8: # 7 Rosa Grace makes her second start of 2009 and should run much better today. Her last outing was subpar but that was over the poly at Keeneland and surely she will improve moving back to her favorite surface. She is a stakes winner in Europe and graded stakes placed here in the US. She comes from a solid turf barn and should be ready to roll today with Rosie Napravnik in the irons
Indiana Downs
Race 1: # 7 Yankee Lad returns off a layoff today and should be ready for this run. He closed well over the poly at Turfway and may enjoy the extra distance today. Since that last start he has put in a string of solid workouts over the Turfway poly and seems to be in good form. He comes from a solid barn and gets one of the best riders on the grounds in Orlando Mojica. Look for Yankee Lad to hit a homerun today.
Race 5: # 5 Qsar returns to the turf for this outing and should turn things around. He faced a buzzsaw last out in Antrim County who might be one of the most underrated horses in this country. Qsar is normally in charge of things or sitting just off the pace and might have bit off more than he could chew last time. There are no Antrim County's in this race so Qsar should have things his own way. Orlando Mojica keeps the mount for Ralph Martinez.
Mountaineer
Race 1: # 1 Sunshine Bo makes his third start off of a layoff and should be rounding into form today. He has been improving greatly in the last two starts and could be fit for tonight's effort. He takes a drop in class for tonight and shortens up to 7 furlongs which could be key. Robert Reeves, Jr. rides for J.W. Baird
Race 8: # 7 Rosa Grace makes her second start of 2009 and should run much better today. Her last outing was subpar but that was over the poly at Keeneland and surely she will improve moving back to her favorite surface. She is a stakes winner in Europe and graded stakes placed here in the US. She comes from a solid turf barn and should be ready to roll today with Rosie Napravnik in the irons
Indiana Downs
Race 1: # 7 Yankee Lad returns off a layoff today and should be ready for this run. He closed well over the poly at Turfway and may enjoy the extra distance today. Since that last start he has put in a string of solid workouts over the Turfway poly and seems to be in good form. He comes from a solid barn and gets one of the best riders on the grounds in Orlando Mojica. Look for Yankee Lad to hit a homerun today.
Race 5: # 5 Qsar returns to the turf for this outing and should turn things around. He faced a buzzsaw last out in Antrim County who might be one of the most underrated horses in this country. Qsar is normally in charge of things or sitting just off the pace and might have bit off more than he could chew last time. There are no Antrim County's in this race so Qsar should have things his own way. Orlando Mojica keeps the mount for Ralph Martinez.
Mountaineer
Race 1: # 1 Sunshine Bo makes his third start off of a layoff and should be rounding into form today. He has been improving greatly in the last two starts and could be fit for tonight's effort. He takes a drop in class for tonight and shortens up to 7 furlongs which could be key. Robert Reeves, Jr. rides for J.W. Baird
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/28/2009
River Downs
Race 7: # 7 Star Award stretches out for this effort and should improve today. This race came up tougher than expected but her breeding shows that she can handle the step up and strech out. She gets Lasix for the first time which is really the key and gets Otto Thorwarth in the irons. Look for an upset from Star Award today.
Arlinton Park
Race 5: # 5 A. J.'s Beauty just missed in her turf debut last out and should get home first today. She steps up in class for this effort but should fit with these runners. Since her last outing she has put in four strong workouts ranging four to seven furlongs. If she can make the step up she should find the wire first today.
Race 7: # 7 Star Award stretches out for this effort and should improve today. This race came up tougher than expected but her breeding shows that she can handle the step up and strech out. She gets Lasix for the first time which is really the key and gets Otto Thorwarth in the irons. Look for an upset from Star Award today.
Arlinton Park
Race 5: # 5 A. J.'s Beauty just missed in her turf debut last out and should get home first today. She steps up in class for this effort but should fit with these runners. Since her last outing she has put in four strong workouts ranging four to seven furlongs. If she can make the step up she should find the wire first today.
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/27/2009
River Downs
Race 10: # 4 Our Felicity returns to facing Buckeye-breds today and should improve her form. She was a decent second against open company at a flat mile and could step her game up turning back to a sprint. She gets the riding services of Perry Ouzts who is the best going right now and should have no issue getting Our Felicity home first today.
Churchill Downs
Race 6: # 10 William's Kitten makes his debut for the Ramsey's and Mike Maker and should win well today. His breeding suggest he can handle the turf and his works show that he is ready to fire today. Might need a little more distance but should be good to go. Julien Leparoux gets the mount which is key.
Race 10: # 4 Our Felicity returns to facing Buckeye-breds today and should improve her form. She was a decent second against open company at a flat mile and could step her game up turning back to a sprint. She gets the riding services of Perry Ouzts who is the best going right now and should have no issue getting Our Felicity home first today.
Churchill Downs
Race 6: # 10 William's Kitten makes his debut for the Ramsey's and Mike Maker and should win well today. His breeding suggest he can handle the turf and his works show that he is ready to fire today. Might need a little more distance but should be good to go. Julien Leparoux gets the mount which is key.
Friday, June 26, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/26/2009
River Downs
Race 9: # 2 Rhode to Silence drops in class for this race and could spring the upset. He moves back to the state-bred competition for this run and makes his third start off the year over the River oval. Sometimes horses need trips over this oval to get better and surely he can put it all together today. Look for a big effort from Rhode to Silence.
Race 11: # 5 Spunky Bottoms was the beaten favorite last out and should redeem herself today. She steps up in class today but should be aided by the weather. She loves off going and with all the rain that fell yesterday and last night the track should be sloppy to muddy at best. She gets a jock switch to Christian Rojas who doesn't come to River often but when he does he is dangerous. Look for Spunky Bottoms to spring the upset today.
Race 9: # 2 Rhode to Silence drops in class for this race and could spring the upset. He moves back to the state-bred competition for this run and makes his third start off the year over the River oval. Sometimes horses need trips over this oval to get better and surely he can put it all together today. Look for a big effort from Rhode to Silence.
Race 11: # 5 Spunky Bottoms was the beaten favorite last out and should redeem herself today. She steps up in class today but should be aided by the weather. She loves off going and with all the rain that fell yesterday and last night the track should be sloppy to muddy at best. She gets a jock switch to Christian Rojas who doesn't come to River often but when he does he is dangerous. Look for Spunky Bottoms to spring the upset today.
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/25/2009
River Downs
Race 10: # 2 Just Dazzling seems to be rounding back into form and should get the top spot today. He takes a slight drop in class from non-winner of 2 in 9 months to non-winners of a race in that same timeframe. He really loves this oval with 4 of his 5 wins coming over the Queen City oval. With the Bush brothers teaming up look for a winning effort from Just Dazzling today.
Race 12: # 2 Winzalot put in a solid effort last time and should add another win to his resume today. He's been off for about six weeks so he should be fresh and he comes from a barn that is very hot right now. Can't go wrong with picking Perry Ouzts on a runner and hopefully he can get Winzalot to the winner's circle today.
Arlington Park
Race 3: # 5 Arching just missed last out against similar and should get the job done today. She went to the lead last out and her past form indicates that when she goes to the front she is in good form. She should face less pace pressure today and is bred well enough to get the job done today. Brandon Meier keeps the mount which is a good sign
Race 10: # 2 Just Dazzling seems to be rounding back into form and should get the top spot today. He takes a slight drop in class from non-winner of 2 in 9 months to non-winners of a race in that same timeframe. He really loves this oval with 4 of his 5 wins coming over the Queen City oval. With the Bush brothers teaming up look for a winning effort from Just Dazzling today.
Race 12: # 2 Winzalot put in a solid effort last time and should add another win to his resume today. He's been off for about six weeks so he should be fresh and he comes from a barn that is very hot right now. Can't go wrong with picking Perry Ouzts on a runner and hopefully he can get Winzalot to the winner's circle today.
Arlington Park
Race 3: # 5 Arching just missed last out against similar and should get the job done today. She went to the lead last out and her past form indicates that when she goes to the front she is in good form. She should face less pace pressure today and is bred well enough to get the job done today. Brandon Meier keeps the mount which is a good sign
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/24/2009
Indiana Downs
Race 5: # 9 Ciao makes her second start off of the bench and should get the job done today. She was flying late last out and probably needed that last effort. Since that start she has a decent workout up at her home base to get ready for this race. Her regular rider Inez Karlsson comes in from Chicago for the mount tonight.
Race 7: # 7 Need Money Dad won well last out and should put together back to back wins tonight. He steps up in class for this effort but his breeding indicates that he can handle the move up as well as running on grass. He likes this oval and should have no problem getting the job done today with Leandro Gonclaves in the irons.
Race 5: # 9 Ciao makes her second start off of the bench and should get the job done today. She was flying late last out and probably needed that last effort. Since that start she has a decent workout up at her home base to get ready for this race. Her regular rider Inez Karlsson comes in from Chicago for the mount tonight.
Race 7: # 7 Need Money Dad won well last out and should put together back to back wins tonight. He steps up in class for this effort but his breeding indicates that he can handle the move up as well as running on grass. He likes this oval and should have no problem getting the job done today with Leandro Gonclaves in the irons.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/23/2009
River Downs
Race 4: # 10 El Bomba returns from the bench today and should get the job done today. He loves the turf course especially this turf course and should be fit. He comes from a barn that is sharp right now and should have El Bomba ready to roll. With the weedeater Pablo Tolentino in the irons look for a winning run from El Bomba.
Race 8: # 7 Mini Mom is the class of this field and should run away from this bunch. I know she will not pay much but surely she is a single in those late pick 3 and daily double wagers. She loves this oval and really loves racing on the grass plus her last effort at Arlington was very very good. If she is on her game look for a winning run from Mini Mom today.
Mountaineer
Race 3: # 3 Got Bling returns to grass racing tonight and should be able to spring an upset. The favorites in this race have little or no turf form and lack the turf breeding needed to win in this spot. Got Bling is bred to run on the lawn( being by Langfurh) and is a true sprinter being a half sister the the great sprinter Too Much Bling. She has been improving in each of her last starts and there are no Donamours here tonight. Look for a winning run from Got Bling
Race 4: # 10 El Bomba returns from the bench today and should get the job done today. He loves the turf course especially this turf course and should be fit. He comes from a barn that is sharp right now and should have El Bomba ready to roll. With the weedeater Pablo Tolentino in the irons look for a winning run from El Bomba.
Race 8: # 7 Mini Mom is the class of this field and should run away from this bunch. I know she will not pay much but surely she is a single in those late pick 3 and daily double wagers. She loves this oval and really loves racing on the grass plus her last effort at Arlington was very very good. If she is on her game look for a winning run from Mini Mom today.
Mountaineer
Race 3: # 3 Got Bling returns to grass racing tonight and should be able to spring an upset. The favorites in this race have little or no turf form and lack the turf breeding needed to win in this spot. Got Bling is bred to run on the lawn( being by Langfurh) and is a true sprinter being a half sister the the great sprinter Too Much Bling. She has been improving in each of her last starts and there are no Donamours here tonight. Look for a winning run from Got Bling
Monday, June 22, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/22/2009
Delaware Park
Race 8: # 5 Maryville makes her third start off of a layoff today and should be ready to roll. She was over her head in her return from the bench and then improved greatly in her second start. Since her last outing she has worked well over the all-weather at Fair Hill and should be ready today. With Rosie Napravnik in the irons look for a winning effort from Maryville today.
Indiana Downs
Race 4: # 5 Princess Composer makes her second start off of a layoff and should be good to go today. She returns to Indiana-bred competition today which is key and gets her good luck charm in Jose Camejo back in the saddle. She ran well last out against open company and has license to improve today. Look for a winning run from Princess Composer today.
Race 8: # 5 Maryville makes her third start off of a layoff today and should be ready to roll. She was over her head in her return from the bench and then improved greatly in her second start. Since her last outing she has worked well over the all-weather at Fair Hill and should be ready today. With Rosie Napravnik in the irons look for a winning effort from Maryville today.
Indiana Downs
Race 4: # 5 Princess Composer makes her second start off of a layoff and should be good to go today. She returns to Indiana-bred competition today which is key and gets her good luck charm in Jose Camejo back in the saddle. She ran well last out against open company and has license to improve today. Look for a winning run from Princess Composer today.
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/21/2009
River Downs
Race 5: # 8 Yankee Lad makes his second start today and should improve greatly. He closed well over the poly at Turfway and will enjoy the extra distance. He steps up in class to the maiden special weight level but his breeding indicates that he should handle the step up. Moving to the turf could be key for this runner being out of a Lear Fan mare. Jeff Thornbury doesn't ship to River very often but when he does he comes loaded. Look for a winning run from Yankee Lad today.
Arlington Park
Race 2: # 8 Tucky just missed last out and should get to the winner's circle today. He is bred to run on the lawn and finally gets on it. Since getting off of dirt his form has improved and hopefully getting to grass for the first time will key a victory. James Graham has been aboard for both of this runners better effort and hopefully third time can be the lucky charm today.
Race 5: # 9 Gran Estreno is looking to stay undefeated over the AP oval and has a big shot today. He steps up in class but is in good form and his breeding and past races show he can handle this level. His early speed will be key here as there isn't that much early lick for this distance. The Mike Stidham barn has done nothing wrong so far this season and should have another winner with Gran Estreno today.
Race 7: # 1 Macho Camacho is my longshot play and should spring a massive upset in this extended route today. Alot of times these races come up short on early speed and this race is no different. Macho Camacho is the only speed runner in this spot plus he draws the rail so should get the shortest trip around the track. Picks up the bug boy Roan Vargas so he gets a break in weights. Look for Macho Camacho to throw the knockout punch early.
Race 9: # 2 Voy Por Uno Mas drops from graded stakes company for this run and should get home on top today. He set the pace last out and just couldn't hold on. That pace was alot quicker than what he will see today and hopefully he can settle and catch a breather early. He loves the turf and should have no issues with the switch in surface. With Junior Alvarado in the look for the fan club to have something to celebrate today.
Race 5: # 8 Yankee Lad makes his second start today and should improve greatly. He closed well over the poly at Turfway and will enjoy the extra distance. He steps up in class to the maiden special weight level but his breeding indicates that he should handle the step up. Moving to the turf could be key for this runner being out of a Lear Fan mare. Jeff Thornbury doesn't ship to River very often but when he does he comes loaded. Look for a winning run from Yankee Lad today.
Arlington Park
Race 2: # 8 Tucky just missed last out and should get to the winner's circle today. He is bred to run on the lawn and finally gets on it. Since getting off of dirt his form has improved and hopefully getting to grass for the first time will key a victory. James Graham has been aboard for both of this runners better effort and hopefully third time can be the lucky charm today.
Race 5: # 9 Gran Estreno is looking to stay undefeated over the AP oval and has a big shot today. He steps up in class but is in good form and his breeding and past races show he can handle this level. His early speed will be key here as there isn't that much early lick for this distance. The Mike Stidham barn has done nothing wrong so far this season and should have another winner with Gran Estreno today.
Race 7: # 1 Macho Camacho is my longshot play and should spring a massive upset in this extended route today. Alot of times these races come up short on early speed and this race is no different. Macho Camacho is the only speed runner in this spot plus he draws the rail so should get the shortest trip around the track. Picks up the bug boy Roan Vargas so he gets a break in weights. Look for Macho Camacho to throw the knockout punch early.
Race 9: # 2 Voy Por Uno Mas drops from graded stakes company for this run and should get home on top today. He set the pace last out and just couldn't hold on. That pace was alot quicker than what he will see today and hopefully he can settle and catch a breather early. He loves the turf and should have no issues with the switch in surface. With Junior Alvarado in the look for the fan club to have something to celebrate today.
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/20/2009
River Downs
Race 7: # 2 Esprit de Silva gets the race setup in his favor today and should be very effective today. He loves to close and with all the early speed in this spot he has the chance to finish well. He turns back from the grass and drops in class in hopes of finding the winner's circle once again. If everything falls in his favor look for a winning effort from Esprit de Silva today.
Charles Town
Race 4: # 7 Two Dragons is a C-Town specialist that should win this race for fun. He won against allowance company at 1 1/16 miles and should have not issue handling the 1 1/8 mile distance. He is a true horse for course and has one of the best guys on the grounds in the irons and should get home on top today.
Race 7: # 5 Score One More loves this oval and should fire big today. Her best runs have come at this distance over the oval and the barn does very well shipping to the house that speed built. Since her last outing she has put in a pair of sharp workouts at her home base and seems ready to roll today. Kendrick Carmouche keeps the mount.
Race 9: # 8 Trust or Bust is riding a four race win streak and should make it five in a row today. He has an advantage that most runners in this field don't have and that's races and wins over this course and distance. He is 3 for 3 at this distance over this oval and seems to love it. He has more early speed than anyone else in this race and should get home on top today.
Race 7: # 2 Esprit de Silva gets the race setup in his favor today and should be very effective today. He loves to close and with all the early speed in this spot he has the chance to finish well. He turns back from the grass and drops in class in hopes of finding the winner's circle once again. If everything falls in his favor look for a winning effort from Esprit de Silva today.
Charles Town
Race 4: # 7 Two Dragons is a C-Town specialist that should win this race for fun. He won against allowance company at 1 1/16 miles and should have not issue handling the 1 1/8 mile distance. He is a true horse for course and has one of the best guys on the grounds in the irons and should get home on top today.
Race 7: # 5 Score One More loves this oval and should fire big today. Her best runs have come at this distance over the oval and the barn does very well shipping to the house that speed built. Since her last outing she has put in a pair of sharp workouts at her home base and seems ready to roll today. Kendrick Carmouche keeps the mount.
Race 9: # 8 Trust or Bust is riding a four race win streak and should make it five in a row today. He has an advantage that most runners in this field don't have and that's races and wins over this course and distance. He is 3 for 3 at this distance over this oval and seems to love it. He has more early speed than anyone else in this race and should get home on top today.
Friday, June 19, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/19/2009
River Downs
Race 8: # 1 Grand Daddy makes his debut today and this well-bred son of Johannesburg should win for fun today. He has a ton of sharp workouts at the Skylight Training Center over their Pro-Ride all-weather surface and should be fit for today's run. Trainer Tom Drury, Jr. doesn't come to River often but when he does his horses are sharp and ready to roll. With Hector Rosario, Jr. in the saddle look for a winning run from Grand Daddy today.
Arlington Park
Race 8: # 6 Stormy Ballad returns to the scene of his maiden victory looking to win another today. He broke maiden against stakes company over this turf course and should handle the distance today. He might be the lone speed in this group and has the skills to handle soft as well as firm turf. With the bug boy Mike Straight in the irons look for Stormy Ballad to score at a decent price.
Race 10: # 10 Elle Tish Slew makes her third start off of a layoff and should get the job done today. She won in her return to the races then regressed a bit. She tried to weave her way through traffic and just couldn't get up. She gets a more turf-mined rider in James Graham who has a way of getting these type runners through traffic. Look for Elle Tish Slew to get home on top today.
Race 8: # 1 Grand Daddy makes his debut today and this well-bred son of Johannesburg should win for fun today. He has a ton of sharp workouts at the Skylight Training Center over their Pro-Ride all-weather surface and should be fit for today's run. Trainer Tom Drury, Jr. doesn't come to River often but when he does his horses are sharp and ready to roll. With Hector Rosario, Jr. in the saddle look for a winning run from Grand Daddy today.
Arlington Park
Race 8: # 6 Stormy Ballad returns to the scene of his maiden victory looking to win another today. He broke maiden against stakes company over this turf course and should handle the distance today. He might be the lone speed in this group and has the skills to handle soft as well as firm turf. With the bug boy Mike Straight in the irons look for Stormy Ballad to score at a decent price.
Race 10: # 10 Elle Tish Slew makes her third start off of a layoff and should get the job done today. She won in her return to the races then regressed a bit. She tried to weave her way through traffic and just couldn't get up. She gets a more turf-mined rider in James Graham who has a way of getting these type runners through traffic. Look for Elle Tish Slew to get home on top today.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/18/2009
River Downs
Race 5: # 1 Pents Bride picks up a softer condition for this run and should find the winner's circle today. She just missed last out against open claiming company and could step up her game facing non-winners of a race since in eight months. When she is in good form she is very tough to beat and Cesar Camaque seems to fit this mare well. Look for a winning effort from Pents Bride today.
Arlington Park
Race 10: # 11 Fantizi makes her debut for the Mike Stidham barn and should be fit to fire today. She is bred to run long and on the grass or poly and should fit well in this spot. The Mike Stidham barn is as sharp as they come at AP and should have this runner keyed up for her debut. With Florent Geroux in the irons look for a big effort from Fantizi today.
Race 5: # 1 Pents Bride picks up a softer condition for this run and should find the winner's circle today. She just missed last out against open claiming company and could step up her game facing non-winners of a race since in eight months. When she is in good form she is very tough to beat and Cesar Camaque seems to fit this mare well. Look for a winning effort from Pents Bride today.
Arlington Park
Race 10: # 11 Fantizi makes her debut for the Mike Stidham barn and should be fit to fire today. She is bred to run long and on the grass or poly and should fit well in this spot. The Mike Stidham barn is as sharp as they come at AP and should have this runner keyed up for her debut. With Florent Geroux in the irons look for a big effort from Fantizi today.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/17/2009
Monmouth Park
Race 6: # 2 Earlswood Pete just edged his foes last out and should win again today. He steps up in class for this run but seems to fit in these turf claimers. This distance fits him well and surely he can fire big again. With Elvis Trujillo in the irons look for Earlswood Pete to double up today.
Race 8: # 1 Yorktown returns to the turf today and has the skill needed to get the job done today. He didn't show much in his US debut but that was over the poly at Keeneland and he should improve moving to the grass and facing softer today. He gets Jersey Joe Bravo in the irons which will be key. Look for a return to the winner's circle for Yorktown today.
Woodbine
Race 2: # 2 Captain Mark lacked late punch last out but should recover and run well tonight. He was making his first start of the year last out and may have needed that race. He stretches out today from 6 1/2 furlongs to 1 1/16 miles which is key and his breeding indicates he should love the added distance. Since that last race he has put in two solid workouts and should be ready to roll with Emma-Jayne Wilson in the saddle
Race 6: # 2 Earlswood Pete just edged his foes last out and should win again today. He steps up in class for this run but seems to fit in these turf claimers. This distance fits him well and surely he can fire big again. With Elvis Trujillo in the irons look for Earlswood Pete to double up today.
Race 8: # 1 Yorktown returns to the turf today and has the skill needed to get the job done today. He didn't show much in his US debut but that was over the poly at Keeneland and he should improve moving to the grass and facing softer today. He gets Jersey Joe Bravo in the irons which will be key. Look for a return to the winner's circle for Yorktown today.
Woodbine
Race 2: # 2 Captain Mark lacked late punch last out but should recover and run well tonight. He was making his first start of the year last out and may have needed that race. He stretches out today from 6 1/2 furlongs to 1 1/16 miles which is key and his breeding indicates he should love the added distance. Since that last race he has put in two solid workouts and should be ready to roll with Emma-Jayne Wilson in the saddle
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/16/2009
River Downs
Race 1: # 4 Sunstruck drops back to the claiming ranks today and should improve her form. She faced allowance foes and ran against the boys last time and she might have been over her head. She faces fillies and mares again and moves to $7,500 claimers which will help her cause. She has a ton of speed and should be alone on the front with Perry Ouzts today. Look for a reversal of form for Sunstruck today.
Race 8: # 5 Crypteeze was a big short last out and should be more effective today. He was making his first start since March last time and really needed that outing. He has had sucess in the past over this oval and comes from a barn that knows how to win. With all the rain lately this race may come off the turf and if it does look for Crypteeze to run away from this field today.
Race 1: # 4 Sunstruck drops back to the claiming ranks today and should improve her form. She faced allowance foes and ran against the boys last time and she might have been over her head. She faces fillies and mares again and moves to $7,500 claimers which will help her cause. She has a ton of speed and should be alone on the front with Perry Ouzts today. Look for a reversal of form for Sunstruck today.
Race 8: # 5 Crypteeze was a big short last out and should be more effective today. He was making his first start since March last time and really needed that outing. He has had sucess in the past over this oval and comes from a barn that knows how to win. With all the rain lately this race may come off the turf and if it does look for Crypteeze to run away from this field today.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/15/2009
Delaware Park
Race 3: # 8 Source of Humor makes her debut today and seems fit to roll in this spot. She has been putting in some serious works at Far Hill and has been very consistent in those works. She debuts for a sharp barn and should fire today. Jeremy Rose picks up the mount today.
Race 6: # 2 Go Hide and Watch makes her third start for the Cody Autrey barn and should be fit for today's run. She stretches out today and gets on the lawn which will be key as she is bred to run on grass and run at longer distances. This claiming race should fit her well and David Cohen is one of the best jocks on the grounds. Look for a big run from Go Hide and Watch today.
Indiana Downs
Race 3: # 8 Blue Cherries Spin won for fun last out and should win again today. He took down similar foes at River a couple of weeks ago and seems to be in good form. He has a win over this track at this distance and hopefully can fire big in this spot. He gets a new jock in Orlando Mojica who is the best in the Hoosier state and should get Blue Cherries Spin home first today.
Race 5: # 4 Monte Crystal makes her third start off of a layoff today and should be ready to roll today. She faced much tougher last out and should improve with the drop in class. She is much better on the turf and surely can fire today. With Aldo Canchano aboard look for a winning effort from Monte Crystal today.
Race 3: # 8 Source of Humor makes her debut today and seems fit to roll in this spot. She has been putting in some serious works at Far Hill and has been very consistent in those works. She debuts for a sharp barn and should fire today. Jeremy Rose picks up the mount today.
Race 6: # 2 Go Hide and Watch makes her third start for the Cody Autrey barn and should be fit for today's run. She stretches out today and gets on the lawn which will be key as she is bred to run on grass and run at longer distances. This claiming race should fit her well and David Cohen is one of the best jocks on the grounds. Look for a big run from Go Hide and Watch today.
Indiana Downs
Race 3: # 8 Blue Cherries Spin won for fun last out and should win again today. He took down similar foes at River a couple of weeks ago and seems to be in good form. He has a win over this track at this distance and hopefully can fire big in this spot. He gets a new jock in Orlando Mojica who is the best in the Hoosier state and should get Blue Cherries Spin home first today.
Race 5: # 4 Monte Crystal makes her third start off of a layoff today and should be ready to roll today. She faced much tougher last out and should improve with the drop in class. She is much better on the turf and surely can fire today. With Aldo Canchano aboard look for a winning effort from Monte Crystal today.
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Spot Plays for 6/14/2009
River Downs
Race 4: # 5 First Magnitude won for fun in his turf debut and should make it two in a row today. He steps up to the allowance ranks from claimers but has the skill and the breeding to suggest he can handle it. He comes from a hot barn and gets one of the better jockeys around which could key a big run. Look for a good run from First Magnitude today.
Race 8: # 6 Prince Jenna returns to his favorite surface and track and should run big today. She didn't show much in her last outing but might be better stretching out and getting back on the turf. Both of her wins have come over this turf course so hopefully she can pick her game up. With Edgar Paucar aboard look for a return to the winner's circle for Prince Jenna
Arlington Park
Race 8: # 6 Cool C Note finished well last out and should take a step forward today. He shortens up in distance today looking for a faster pace to chase and should be in fit as he has put in a couple of strong workouts for this return to the track. He gets Chris Emigh in the irons which is a positive sign and the team of Emigh and Scott Becker have been on fire as of late. Look for a big run from Cool C Note today.
Race 10: # 5 Lake Cook makes her third start off of a layoff and should be fit and ready to roll today. She moves back to the grass which is key as she is much better on turf than on poly and she returns in just 10 days which means she is fit and set for a big effort. She was the beaten favorite last out and hopefully she can redeem her fans today. Look for Lake Cook to fire big today.
Mountaineer
Race 1: # 5 Spurious gets on the grass today and should step his game up. He is bred to be a turf runner so surely he can run an improved race tonight. He gets a new jock in T. D. Houghton which could key a nice effort. Look fro Spurious to turn things around and get home first tonight.
Race 3: # 7 Gadda Da Vida looks for her second win at the Mountain and should win for fun. She stretches out and gets on the lawn which make her interesting and the competition is lesser than what she faced in the past. The team of Shanyfelt and Parker are lights out at the Mountain and hopefully Gadda Da Vida can get home first tonight.
Race 4: # 5 First Magnitude won for fun in his turf debut and should make it two in a row today. He steps up to the allowance ranks from claimers but has the skill and the breeding to suggest he can handle it. He comes from a hot barn and gets one of the better jockeys around which could key a big run. Look for a good run from First Magnitude today.
Race 8: # 6 Prince Jenna returns to his favorite surface and track and should run big today. She didn't show much in her last outing but might be better stretching out and getting back on the turf. Both of her wins have come over this turf course so hopefully she can pick her game up. With Edgar Paucar aboard look for a return to the winner's circle for Prince Jenna
Arlington Park
Race 8: # 6 Cool C Note finished well last out and should take a step forward today. He shortens up in distance today looking for a faster pace to chase and should be in fit as he has put in a couple of strong workouts for this return to the track. He gets Chris Emigh in the irons which is a positive sign and the team of Emigh and Scott Becker have been on fire as of late. Look for a big run from Cool C Note today.
Race 10: # 5 Lake Cook makes her third start off of a layoff and should be fit and ready to roll today. She moves back to the grass which is key as she is much better on turf than on poly and she returns in just 10 days which means she is fit and set for a big effort. She was the beaten favorite last out and hopefully she can redeem her fans today. Look for Lake Cook to fire big today.
Mountaineer
Race 1: # 5 Spurious gets on the grass today and should step his game up. He is bred to be a turf runner so surely he can run an improved race tonight. He gets a new jock in T. D. Houghton which could key a nice effort. Look fro Spurious to turn things around and get home first tonight.
Race 3: # 7 Gadda Da Vida looks for her second win at the Mountain and should win for fun. She stretches out and gets on the lawn which make her interesting and the competition is lesser than what she faced in the past. The team of Shanyfelt and Parker are lights out at the Mountain and hopefully Gadda Da Vida can get home first tonight.
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