The $2 million Kentucky Derby is finally here and although this may not be the best editions of the Run for the Roses, there are many options for bettors with 20 horses in the gate. Here’s is a rundown of the entire cast for the May 6 mile and a quarter classic at Churchill Downs […] More
The Kentucky Oaks enticed 15 potential stars and with a field this big, luck will play a big part of the outcome. The $1 million Grade 1 event is for 3-year-old fillies and will be run at nine furlongs at Churchill Downs on May 5. The Kentucky Oaks has been won by some monuments of […] More
There are some important Kentucky Derby tidbits that should be passed on because you never know when one little angle can turn into big dividends. The $2 million extravaganza will be held Saturday May 6 at Churchill Downs and the field is pretty much intact except for possible late injuries. The important Kentucky Derby tidbits […] More
The Kentucky Derby workers were keeping busy recently as their connections tightened down the hatches on the stars in anticipation of the classic on May 6. The $2 million Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs will have a full gate and the Kentucky Derby workers that were in action on Friday April 28 worked well for […] More
The San Francisco Mile Stakes is on tap Saturday at Golden Gate and this could be a great opportunity to pad the bankroll for next week’s Kentucky Derby. The Grade 3 $100,000 event has attracted a competitive field of seven and bettors have some interesting options. Golden Gate is in Albany California and it is […] More
With the spring meeting around the corner, now is a good time to address the best way to handicap Belmont Park. The meet starts on Friday April 28 and the 54-day stand will offer fans a variety of handicapping challenges. Nearly $10 million will be on the agenda in the 18 Graded stakes carded highlighted […] More
Scrutinizing Churchill Downs trends can mean the difference between cashing a ticket in the Kentucky Derby or going home empty. The track has its idiosyncrasies, just like every other venue. The Churchill Downs meet gets going quickly as it opens on April 29 and will close on June 30. Besides the May 6 Kentucky Derby, […] More
The great Reggie Jackson gets credit for the saying he was ‘the straw that stirs the drink’ but in the equine world, the trainers stir the Kentucky Derby drink. A thoroughbred trainer has to be part soccer mom and part Marine drill sergeant. He has to know when to coddle and when to throw the […] More
Jockeys must learn quickly in big races or they will find themselves out of work. Because races like the Kentucky Derby and the Breeders’ Cup are just yearly events, jockeys must learn quickly or they lose business. Just like in all sports, experience is imperative on the big stage and if riders are not quick […] More
With the Triple Crown boys taking a bit of a break, the opulent Charles Town Classic is spotlighted Saturday at the West Virginia track. This is the biggest day of the season at Charles Town. Besides the Charles Town Classic, the venue will offer five $50,000 stakes, an $85,000 stakes and a $100,000 added-money event. […] More
The Kentucky Derby bubble horses are anxious as anything can happen in the next few weeks before the classic event on May 6. Churchill Downs will be the venue and there are several runners that have to prepare without truly knowing what their fate may be. The Derby bubble horses are at the mercy of […] More
Champion Classic Empire rebounded big time in the Arkansas Derby at Oaklawn Park last weekend and at least he is peaking at just the right time. The race unfolded pretty much how it looked on paper. Grandpa’s Dream had no chance at 85-1 but he did make the lead. By the time they got to […] More
