J. Keeler Johnson
There are racehorses, and then there are racehorses, the ones who seem born with an innate desire to excel in competition and outrun opponents no matter the distance, conditions, or level of...
Legends
Posted September 15th, 2023 ·
Betting an International Invader in Woodbine's Natalma Stakes
When trainer Charlie Appleby ships a horse from Europe to compete at Woodbine in Canada, bettors are wise to sit up and take notice. Why? Because Appleby trainees at Woodbine are about as close to...
Gambling
Posted September 14th, 2023 ·
Five Exciting 2-Year-Olds from Del Mar’s 2023 Summer Meet
One of the highlights of racing at Del Mar each summer is the high-class program of 2-year-old races conducted at the seaside track.
Racing
Posted September 14th, 2023 ·
Five Promising 2-Year-Olds to Follow From Saratoga’s 2023 Meet
Every summer, Saratoga Race Course serves as an epicenter of high-class juvenile racing. Day after day, week after week, promising 2-year-olds take center stage in competitive stakes and maiden races.
Racing
Posted September 13th, 2023 ·
Betting a Hot Horse in 2023 Ainsworth Turf Sprint
A “Win and You’re In” berth to the Grade 1 Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint is up for grabs in Saturday’s $1 million, Grade 2 Ainsworth Turf Sprint Stakes at Kentucky Downs, a lucrative three-quarter-mile...
Gambling
Posted September 7th, 2023 ·
Del Mar History: Victor Espinoza’s Unforgettable Seven-Win Day
When a jockey wins two races in a single afternoon, he’s enjoyed a successful day. Three wins signifies a banner afternoon and four is bound to generate buzz among racing fans and horseplayers....
Legends
Posted September 2nd, 2023 ·
A Narrowly Focused Strategy to Bet Short Field in Flower Bowl Stakes
Making money betting stakes races with small fields is a challenging proposition, but it’s not impossible. We’re ready to tackle the challenge in Saturday’s $500,000, Grade 2 Flower Bowl Stakes at...
Gambling
Posted August 31st, 2023 ·
A Patient and Versatile Craftsman, Jonathan Sheppard Achieved Staggering Success
Editor's Note: Hall of Fame trainer Jonathan Sheppard died Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023.
Legends
Posted August 29th, 2023 ·
Which Champion Holds Edge in Loaded Edition of Ballerina Handicap?
A pair of champions will face off in Saturday’s $500,000, Grade 1 Ballerina Handicap at Saratoga Race Course, a prestigious sprint for fillies and mares taking place over seven-eighths of a mile....
Gambling
Posted August 24th, 2023 ·
Using History as a Guide to Analyzing the 2023 Travers Stakes
The $1.25 million, Grade 1 Travers Stakes at Saratoga dates all the way back to 1864, which means it’s older than the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes. The historic race...
Gambling
Posted August 21st, 2023 ·
New York Invader Kalik Looks Tough to Beat in Canada's King's Plate
For the first time since 1951, Canada’s most prestigious race for 3-year-old Thoroughbreds is being contested under the name of “King’s Plate.” The historic race dates back to 1860 and changes name...
Gambling
Posted August 17th, 2023 ·
The Unforgettable Showdown in the 1962 Travers
There’s nothing that stirs the heart and emotions of a horse racing fan more than a thrilling homestretch battle between two gallant Thoroughbreds. Photo finishes so close that only the camera can...
Legends
Posted August 16th, 2023 ·