Month: June 2019

Wind Pipe Whack Wednesday at Belmont Park

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Horses and jockeys at the starting gate of Belmont Park during a race.

Back to back great days at Parx for the Conductor. Winners galore yesterday including a 12/1 #gullet shot in the opening race. Now the train back up to Belmont for the rest of the week. Let’s keep up the momentum and get this baby into 6th gear. Let’s Ride.

Race 1: 5 ½ Furlongs. F.Clm 25000n2L

#4 Bid You Adieu (5/1) – She’s working well for connections that can win off the layoff and any filly who breaks her maiden at Toga has ability.

Race 2: 6 Furlongs. (OFF Turf) F.S.Mdn 62k

*Gullet Shot of the Day #3 Lookbothways (8/1) – She had a troubled start last time but has two 2nds at this level on dirt. The other runners in this group have unproven dirt form.

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Race 3: 6 Furlongs. F.Clm 14000n3L

 #1 Midnightisalright (4/1) – She’ll go right to the front from the rail and should be alone on the lead.

Race 4: 1 Mile. MC 25000

#7 Ari’s Naughty Luca (4/5) – 2nd off the layoff and dropping in class, he’ll handle this group with ease.

Race 5: 6 Furlongs. (OFF Turf) MC 40000

#5 Monmouth Dr (5/1) – He’s debuting as the lone MTO in this race and the Conductor likes work tab.

Race 6: 6 Furlongs. Alw 40000s

*Never a Doubt Humpday Lock #3 Bon Raison (2/1) – Throw out his last start on a sloppy track, he’s the class of the field and should get a perfect stalking trip just off the speed.

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Race 7: 1 3/8 Mile. (OFF Turf) F.Mdn 90k

#9 Mercy Mercy (5/1) – Shipping in from California, the Conductor likes this girl getting back to dirt.

Race 8: 1 1/16. OC 62500n2x

#2 Dynamix Prime (6/1) – This gelding is in good form, loves to win races and loves Belmont Park.

Race 9: 7 Furlongs. (OFF Turf) Clm 30000n2L

#2 Letzgometz (6/1) – He was pulled up in his last start but is working well leading into today. He showed talent in his maiden breaker two starts back and has the most upside in the field.

Trachea Kick Tuesday: The Conductor’s Punts at Parx

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Parx Racing starting gate signage with colorful numbers and logo, indicating horse racing event details.

Finally, a big Monday at Parx to start the week. Multiple winners at nice prices culminating in a 32/1 bomb in the finale. Will the Conductor take credit for that pick in a race where he said he didn’t have a clue? Absolutely. Let’s keep the train moving, Let’s Ride.

Race 1: 5 Furlongs. (Turf) F.Clm 20000

*Gullet Shot of the Day #7 Bourbon Honey (12/1) – This race will come off the turf with the rain coming. This girl is in good form and does her best running on an off track.

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Race 2: 1 1/16. Clm 7500n2L

#6 Treasury Stock (9/5) – To say this group stinks would be an understatement. He has to beat this field.

Race 3: 6 Furlongs. Clm 20000

#1 To The Flag (9/5) – This old lady still has gas left in the tank.

Race 4: 7 ½ Furlongs. (Turf) MC 30000

#1 Flat Out Flashy (12/1) – She’ll be a big price and has the best race on a sloppy track in the field.

Race 5: 7 ½ Furlongs. (Turf) Clm 30000n2L

#1 Mutaraabit (5/2) – His dirt form towers over this group.

Race 6: 5 ½ Furlongs. Clm 5000

#1 Butch Cassidy (30/1) – He’s trending in the right direction and at that price the Conductor will key him in the exacta and trifecta.

Race 7: 6 Furlongs. Alw 25000s

*Never a Doubt Taco Tuesday Lock of the Day #1 Ark in the Dark (3/2) – The Conductor sees him as a cinch.

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Race 8: 6 Furlongs. Alw 46000n1x

#2 Pnutbutter Special (15/1) – Lightly raced, he’s been facing tougher competition and has the potential to take a big leap forward today.

Race 9: 6 ½ Furlongs. MC 20000

#3 Page Down (3/1) – He’s working well at Parx for top connections and his dam has produced 3 winners from 6 starters.

Moon Shot Monday: The Conductor’s Plays at Parx

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Horses and jockeys at the starting gate during a race at Parx Racing, showcasing the excitement of horse racing.

The Conductor is back to playing Parx on Mondays and Tuesdays…Can’t be worse than last week. Let’s Ride.

Race 1: 1 Mile. F.Clm 7500n2L

#1 Dereya (9/2) – She’s steadily progressing and ran a good 2nd closing into a slow pace at this level last time. This jockey/trainer combo have been hot recently.

Race 2: 6 Furlongs. Mile. Clm 16000n2L

#2 No Hitter (5/1) – 2 walks, 1 error, 12k’s, 27 outs.

Race 3: 6 Furlongs. F.S. Mdn 40k

#4 Secretive (6/1) – She didn’t break well in her debut and still ran an ok 3rd. The Conductor sees her taking a big step forward today for strong connections.

Race 4: 6 Furlongs. Clm 5000n2y

*Never a Doubt Workweek Starter Lock of the Day #8 No Hiding Place (5/2) – This old man is very consistent and has been running the best figures in the field vs tougher competition.

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Race 5: 6 Furlongs. Clm 12500n4L

*Gullet Shot of the Day #6 Sparty (15/1) – He returned to form last start, pressing a hot pace and holding onto 3rd going a mile. He has past performances to beat this group and will appreciate the cutback in distance.

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Race 6: 7 ½ Furlongs. (Turf) F.Clm 30000n2L

#2 Diamond N Simon (20/1) – Plunging in class, the Conductor will play her if this race stays on the turf. Her lone turf race at Belmont makes her competitive in a field without any turf form.

Race 7: 7 Furlongs. F.OC 50000n1x

#3 Malacchio (9/2) – Dropping out of stakes company 2nd off the layoff, she is working well and should get a perfect stalking trip behind a quick pace.

Race 8: 1 1/8 Mile. Alw 46000n1x

#8 Printer (8/1) – He’s a hard knocker who loves to win and loves the Parx surface. This jockey/trainer combo is 4 for their last 10 with a +$5.06 ROI as well.

Race 9: 1 Mile. (Turf) F.Alw 25000s

#6 Tanda’s Joy (7/2) – She’s the only proven turf router in the field.

Race 10: 6 Furlongs. F.Clm 12500n2L

#6 Victoria E (20/1) – The Conductor doesn’t have a clue in this race.

The Conductor’s Fathers Day Plays at Churchill Downs

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Entrance of Churchill Downs featuring the Kentucky Derby Museum in Louisville, Kentucky.

Choo Chooooooo!!!!!! Talk about handing out the Pick 5 on a platter.  Thank you Mr. Conductor! I will buy lots of shirts to show my gratitude, and a hat too! Let’s do it again at Churchill, Let’s Ride.

Esophagus Slice Saturday: The Conductor’s Stephen Foster Late Pick 5 Plays at Churchill Downs

Race 6: 7 Furlongs. F.MC 30000

#7 Blunt Force (10/1) – Dropping in class 2nd off the layoff and switching back to dirt, shes the price the Conductor likes most.

This is a spread race however, he’ll also use #2 A. P. Princess (4/1), #3 Singsong Bird (8/1), #4 Traci’s Greeley (15/1), #5 Spackle (3/1) and #8 Fire on High (10/1).

Race 7: 6 Furlongs. Clm 16000n2L

#1 Cosmic Hallelujah (8/1) – 2nd off the layoff, he pressed a hot pace and folded going last time.  The Conductor loves him on the cutback.

He’ll also use #2 British Humor (3/1), #8 Salt Air (4/1), #9 Homeview (8/1), #10 Jimmy Joe (4/1).

Race 8: 1 1/8 Mile. (Turf) Alw 97000n1x

*Gullet Shot of the Day #9 Bundibunan (12/1) – She ran a good 3rd last start and is steadily progressing.  Her last work shows she’s ready to fire.

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The Conductor will also use #8 Face of Victory (6/1) and #11 Broth (5/1).

Race 9: 7 Furlongs. F.Clm 50000n2L

*Never a Doubt Fathers Day Lock #1/1A Entry (3/1) – Dropping to the claiming ranks for the first time, the race goes thru the Asmussen runners. One of these girls will fire.

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Race 10: 5 Furlongs. (Turf) F.Mdn 95k

Spread to end it. #1 Dreams are Made (9/2), #4 Drop Dead Gorgeous (12/1), #7 Yes It’s Ginger (4/1), #8 Nikki Beach (6/1), #12 Holiday Time (7/2)

 

Stephen Foster Late Pick 5 Plays at Churchill Downs

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Horses racing at the Kentucky Derby with spectators in the grandstands at Churchill Downs.

Stephen Foster night at Churchill is sneaky one of the Conductor’s favorite cards of the year. Always quality racing and he’s a sucker for the ponies under the lights. Let’s Ride.

Race 5: 1 1/16 Mille. G3 Matt Winn Stakes

*Never a Doubt Saturday Twilight Racing Lock of the Day #2 Mr Money (2/1) – The Conductor loved him in the Pat Day Mile last time and he romped. Hog Creek Hustle came back to win last weekend who he beat by 5 lengths as well.  The Conductor will single to start the sequence.

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Race 6: 1 1/16 Mile. (Turf) G2 Wise Dan

#4 Hot Springs (10/1) – 3rd off the layoff, he looks pointed perfectly for this spot and is 4/5 at Churchill.

#6 Siem Rep Riep (8/1) He’s the only one that wants the lead in here. His wire job last time was no fluke, he set a hot pace and finished well.

#9 Inspector Lynley (6/1) – He’s been facing classier runners than this group, the Conductor can’t leave him off his tickets.

#10 El Picaro (12/1) – He’s dominated in Chile and is shipping to America for the first time. He’s working well and if Castellano is taking the mount, he’s live.

 #11 March to the Arch (6/1) – 3rd off the layoff, he’s dropping out of G1 company.

#12 Admission Office (5/1) – The one to beat, he ran huge in the G2 Dixie last time out. The #12 post is the only concern.

Race 7: 1 1/8 Mile. F.G2 Fleur de Luis H.

#3 Elate (8/5) – The Conductor will use #2 She’s a Julie (2/1) as a backup but will heavily press Elate. This mare is a class above.

Race 8: 1 1/8 Mile. G2 Stephen Foster Stakes

*Gullet Shot of the Day #4 Seeking the Soul (4/1) – If the Conductor gets 4/1 on this horse he’ll back the caboose up right to the windows.  He’ll use #6 Gift Box (3/1) and #7 Tenfold (12/1) as backups.

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Race 9: 1 1/8 Mile. (Turf) F.G3 Regret Stakes

Let’s get this home with these girls: #4 Varenka (4/1), #5 Hard Legacy (8/1), #7 Bella Laura (8/1), #11 Princess Carolina (4/1)

Force Feed Friday: The Conductor’s Plays at Belmont Park

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Jockeys and horses walking towards the racetrack at Belmont Park during a horse racing event.

8/1 Winner #3 Carlisle Belle in the 5th at Belmont yesterday made it a decent day for the Conductor. Thank god it’s Friday, Let’s Ride.

Race 1: 1 1/16 Mile. (Inner Turf) F.S.MC 40000

#4 Fika (4/1) – The Conductor can’t take the favorite in here. This girl drops to the claiming ranks for the first time and trainer Joe Sharp is 22% with a +$0.47 ROI with runners off a layoff this year.

Race 2: 7 Furlongs. (Turf) S.OC 40000n2x

#2 Ghost Giant (12/1) – The last time he ran at this distance at Belmont, he won easy.  Getting back to what he wants, he offers value.

Race 3: 1 Mile. MC 30000

*Never a Doubt Friday Night Bottle Service Lock of the Day #4 Ari’s Naughty Luca (1/1) – The Conductor sees her winning with ease.

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Race 4: 1 1/16 Mile. (Inner Turf) S.Clm 25000

#7 Big Thicket (8/1) – He’s only run once on the turf, and he ran a good 3rd.  His dirt form is competitive on numbers and trainer James Ferraro is 11% with a +$2.44 ROI switching runners from dirt to turf.

Race 5: 5 Furlongs. Mdn 80k

#5 Three Technique (5/2) – This colt can clog up two gaps nicely.

Race 6: 1 Mile. (Turf) Mdn 80k

#1 Perceived (5/1) – One of the two Chad Brown horses will obviously win the race. The 1st timer on the rail is working very well by all counts.

Race 7: 6 ½ Furlongs. S.Clm 40000

#2 Dr Lloyd (5/1) – He’s been working well so the Conductor isn’t concerned about the layoff, especially with these connections. He showed talent in his first two starts.

Race 8: 1 3/8 Mile. (Inner Turf) F.OC 62500n2x

*Gullet Shot of the Day #4 War Conoe (10/1) – This mare made up 4 lengths in the stretch, losing into a tepid pace last time. The Conductor will key her in the exacta and trifecta.

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Race 9: 1 1/16 Mile. (Turf) F.S.Alw 66000n1x

#1 Flush (5/1) – She’s bred to be better on the grass and has shown real ability on dirt. Getting to run on the lawn for the first time, the Conductor loves her.

Throat Shot Thursday: The Conductor’s Plays at Belmont Park

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Two racehorses competing at Belmont Park, showcasing speed and agility during a thrilling horse race with jockeys in colorful attire.

That was sadly the best result for the Conductor at Belmont all day. Very sad indeed, Let’s Ride.

 

Race 1: 6 ½ Furlongs. Clm 16000n2L

#5 Quest for Fire (5/2) – Drawn well to the outside, he just missed at this level last time and looks to get a perfect trip today.

Race 2: 1 Mile. (Turf) F.S.Mdn 62k

*Gullet Shot of the Day #7 Running on Entry (8/1) – The Conductor liked her debut, closing into a moderate pace.  She should appreciate an added furlong.

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Race 3: 6 Furlongs. Clm 12500

#4 Toohottoevenspeak (3/1) – With pace to run at, he should get a perfect setup to close into. The Conductor will key him in the exacta.

Race 4: 1 1/16 Mile. (Turf) F.Mdn 80k

#2 Funny Flowers (8/1) – She had no chance in her debut, trying to close into the slowest of paces.  The Conductor will she what she is made of today.

Race 5: 6 ½ Furlongs. F.Clm 40000n2L

#3 Carlisle Belle (8/1) – Its tough to back a filly that is 1/16 lifetime, but you need to zig when others zag in this game. This race is going to have an extremely hot pace and she’ll be running late. The Conductor will key her in the exacta.

Race 6: 1 1/16 Mile. (Inner Turf) MC 40000

#7 Solar (6/1) – He drops in class and adds blinkers today.  Castellano takes the mount, which is a good sign.

Race 7: 1 Mile. (Turf) F.Alw 82000n1x

#7 Go Rose (4/1) – 2nd off the layoff, she ran a strong late pace figure in her American debut and will take a step forward today.

Race 8: 6 ½ Furlongs. F.Alw 82000n1x

*Never a Doubt US Open Lock of the Day #3 Mizzen Max (5/2) – 2nd off the layoff at Belmont and getting back to a fast track, her race two starts back at Saratoga buries this field.

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Race 9: 6 Furlongs. (Inner Turf) F.S.MC 40000

#7 Traci’s Girl (6/1) – She set a wicked pace on turf last time and switches back to dirt today.  She has a pace edge and the Conductor is salivating at that price.

Wind Pipe Whack Wednesday at Belmont Park

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Exciting start of the Belmont Stakes horse race with multiple horses and jockeys at the starting gate.

The Conductor hadn’t played Parx in a while and it showed the last two days with an absolute ass kicking. Thankfully, Belmont is back to on Wednesdays and there are a few decent opportunities on today’s card.  One month until Toga, Let’s Ride.

Race 1: 1 1/16 Mile. MC 50000

#4 Soul Group (8/1) – He brushed the gate in his debut vs tougher and the Conductor likes that Rosario stays aboard. He has upside.

Race 2: 6½ Furlongs. F.S.Clm 40000

*Never a Doubt Humpday Lock #5 First Forever (4/5) – She looks to be too good for this group.

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Race 3: 5 Furlongs. F.Mdn 80k

#3 Sweet Kisses (3/1) – Well bred, her sire wins at a 25% clip with 1st time starters. She also has strong connections in her corner.

Race 4: 1 1/16 Mile. (Inner Turf) Clm 35000n3L

#5 Zap Daddy (9/2) – 2nd off the layoff, he’s dropping back into the claiming ranks for the first time in a while. The last time he ran for a tag, he won.

Race 5: 1 1/16 Mile. Clm 16000n2L

#6 Eddy Dirt (7/2) – He’s dropping in class and has the best turf form in the field.

Race 6: 7 Furlongs. (Turf) F.S.MC 40000

#1 Galadriel’s Light (5/2) – She’s bred to be better on the grass and if she can stand up on turf, she’ll beat this group.

Race 7: 1 Mile. Alw 40000s

#2 Rucksack (4/1) – He took a long time to break his maiden, but his figures fit in here. The Conductor is using the old lightbulb angle.

Race 8: 7 Furlongs. (Turf) F.S.OC 40000n2x

#2 Broken Border (9/2) – She’s 3/4 at this distance at Belmont Park.  Getting back to 7 furlongs, she’s the Conductor’s best bet of the day.

Race 9: 6 Furlongs. (Inner Turf) Clm 40000n2L

*Gullet Shot of the Day #1 Mend Up (15/1) – This colt is steadily progressing and will try turf for the first time. His dam has produced 2 grass winners and trainer Ubillo Rodrigo is 2/9 with a +15.00 ROI with 1st time turf runners.

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Trachea Kick Tuesday: The Conductor’s Plays at Parx

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Horses and jockeys at the starting gate during a race at Parx Racing, showcasing the excitement of horse racing.

How the hell is it only Tuesday? The Conductor doesn’t want to play 11 races at Parx, but he has no choice. Let’s Ride.

Race 1: 6 Furlongs. F.MC 15000

#3 Backcat (9/5) – Lightly raced, she has the most potential in  the field.

Race 2: 1m70yds. Clm 16000n2L

#4 Talking Point (4/1) – He’s the only horse in the field that is improving, and his barn has been hot lately.

Race 3: 1 Mile. (Turf) Mdn 45k

#8 Cousin Pete (6/1) – 2nd off the layoff and trying turf for the 1st time, he took money in his debut at Saratoga. He has upside.

Race 4: 1 ¼ Mile. 7500n1y

#1 Charming Indy (3/1) – He’s the only one in the field proven at the distance and will get a favorable trip on the lead.

Race 5: 5 ½ Furlongs. MC 20000

*Gullet Shot of the Day #9 Risque’s Warrior (20/1) – This colt caught a sloppy track last time but has shown early speed vs miles tougher. On the class plunge, the Conductor has seen more ridiculous bombs win.

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Race 6: 6 Furlongs. Clm 5000n1y

#1 Return of a Giant (7/1) – He returned to form last start and when these old geldings do so, they usually rattle off a few good efforts in a row.

Race 7: 1m70yds. F.Alw Alw 25000

#3 Setubal (2/1) – She’s consistent and has been facing the strongest competition.

Race 8: 1 1/16 Mile. (Turf) Alw 25000s

#5 Bowspirit (12/1) – 2nd off the layoff, his Parx turf form gives him every chance.

Race 9: 5 Furlongs. (Turf) F.OC 35000n2x

Never a Doubt Taco Tuesday Lock of the Day #3 Richie’s Sister (8/5) – This girl can scoot.

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Race 10: 6 Furlongs. OC 35000n2x

#5 Chasing My Halo (15/1) – He’s stepping up in class but is in good form and has beaten tougher than this before.

Race 11: 6 Furlongs. F.Clm 7500n4L

#3 Dialin (1/1) – Chalk

Moon Shot Monday: The Conductor’s Punts at Parx

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Group of jockeys riding horses during a race on a dirt track with dust being kicked up.

The 2019 Triple Crown season has come to an end and it was not the Conductor’s favorite. We must march on and arrive to Saratoga in peak form. As the old saying goes, “Don’t think, just throttle it to Parx” Let’s Ride.

Race 1: 1 Mile. Clm 5000

#6 Hauscaran (7/2) – Dropping in class and switching back to the dirt, he’s the lone speed in the race.

Race 2: 6 Furlongs. Clm 7500n4L

#2 Hidden Bamboo (6/1) – His early pace figures give him an advantage in this spot.  He needs the lead to win, but he should have no problem getting it today.

Race 3: 1 Mile. S.Alw 41000n1x

#5 Amazing Start (8/1) – He’s lightly raced and trending in the right direction. The Conductor sees him taking a big step forward today.

Race 4: 5 ½ Furlongs. F.Clm 7500n2L

#7 Dancingthehnydaway (6/1) – She pressed a hot pace vs tougher last race for a good 3rd. 6/1 would be highway robbery on this filly.

Race 5: 7 Furlongs. S.F.Clm 16000

#2 Barley Jack (9/2) – She returned to form last start. She has past performances that the get the job done.

Race 6: 6 ½ Furlongs. F.Alw 125000s

#6 Viva Forever (9/5) – Dropping out of Grade one company, she looks tough to beat.

Race 7: 7 ½ Furlongs. (Turf) Clm 20000

#3 Threeohtwocassle (2/1) – Looks like the chalk again.

Race 8: 1m70yds. Alw 12500s

*Gullet Shot of the Day #6 Grit’n’grind (20/1) – He fits on paper closing into a slow pace vs tougher last start. He’s tough to put on top with an 0/55 trainer this meet, but if he hits the board the trifecta will pay handsomely.

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Race 9: 1m70yds F.OC 50000n3x

#5 Trace of Grace (8/5) – If she runs back to her last effort, they won’t catch her.

Race 10: 1m70yds. MC 10000

*Never a Doubt Monday Pick Me Up Lock of the Day #4 Mount Olympus (8/5) – If he doesn’t win today against this Parx group, he never will.

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