With a big weekend of racing ahead of us, it is paramount to keep the train stocked with coal. Let’s bounce back after a poor Thursday. Skip.
Race 1: 6½ Furlongs. F.Mdn 90k
#6 My Magic Wand (6/1) – This filly took some money on debut vs a salty Saratoga maiden field last time. She broke slow, but then showed a nice move to rush up and pass horses before tiring. That race showed the Conductor she has talent and he sees her improving off that effort. She draws a nice post and gets a great gate rider in Johnny V today. My Magic Wand can start our Friday off right.
Race 2: 6 Furlongs. (Outer Turf) Clm 40000n2L
*Gullet Shot of the Day #9 Musical Maestro (10/1) – This gelding was favored last time at this level and had no chance behind a dominant get to wire winner. Two starts back he ran a race good enough to beat this group despite being fanned 4-wide and uncovered the entire turn. He draws a difficult post today, but the two other speed horses are to his outside. He should be able to put himself in good position as they enter the turn. Rosario off is also one of the best angles in racing these days.
Race 8: 1 1/8 Mile. (Turf) S.Ashley T. Cole Stakes
#4 Hush of a Storm (5/1) – This gelding has been ultra consistent in his synthetic and turf races. He switches back to the turf today, his first start mowing in the Brad Cox barn. Against an average field of NY breds today, he’s a new shooter with upside.
#5 Saratoga Flash (6/1) – With the lack of early pace in this stakes race, this gelding is also dangerous. He gets back to a firm turf course today, where he’s run his best. Although they take the blinkers off, he’ll still be the quickest early exiting Grade 2 sprint races. Don’t be surprised if he goes gate to wire.
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