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December 2007 Premium Picks
TURFWAY PARK Race #NINE
December 31, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) PLENTY O LADY - Comes back after almost two months on the sidelines for David Pate. Broke her maiden over this surface at this distance on Sept. 28. Af...
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CALDER Race #SIX
December 31, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 10) TALE OF A LADY - Looks perfectly set up for a big race by Todd Pletcher. Ran well on the grass at Belmont, was given seven weeks off before a dirt spr...
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CALDER Race #FOUR
December 31, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 3) PRETTY FACE FAY - Has been sharp in all of her grass attempts. Latest was her best ever and it was her second start for trainer Ed Plesa. Filly was wit...
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CALDER Race #TWO
December 31, 2007
12:45 PM Eastern
(# 4) PROUD MOVER - Has been well backed in all three starts, a sure sign that she has ability. Stepped it up when sent to the grass in her second try. Had a...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #EIGHT
December 30, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 7) THE CLEVEREST - Filly has been brought along gingerly and appears that she's reaching a good performance level. Won her last in game fashion to pick up...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
December 30, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 1) FOOSE - Working very fast for the Contessa steamroller. Had a pair of smashing races last winter on this surface, and makes his return from a May layof...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #THREE
December 30, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) BRAVE AND SKILLFUL - Colt made a lone start for Bill Mott at Saratoga before being sent to Shannon Ritter on the Kentucky circuit. Drops in half today ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
December 30, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) STAID - Asmussen trained filly has run hard in all starts without picking up the maiden win. Has a tractable style and has been finishing better. Has a...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
December 30, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 8) GUIDANCE - Goes second out for Jimmy (007) Bond. Has hinted at ability but has been running evenly. Recent AM activity indicates she may be coming arou...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #SIX
December 28, 2007
3:55 PM Eastern
(# 5) SILVER CINDY - Has hit the board in all six starts for Samuel Breaux. Filly ran a fine second last out at seven furlongs and stretches back out to two ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
December 28, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 5) TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL - Tony Dutrow has been very successful with bringing his two-year-olds back from layoffs and getting the maiden win. This gelding show...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
December 28, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) SNARE - Asmussen runner has improved a bit in each and every start. Draws well and should be able to stalk while saving ground and make a move around t...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #ONE
December 28, 2007
1:35 PM Eastern
(# 11) BOOTH - Makes his second start off a June layoff for the Steve Asmussen barn. Chased a fast pace in the MSW event and tired a bit late. Drops into a c...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
December 27, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
(# 3) BUILDING NEW ERA - Goes in a claimer for the first time in his career. Contessa trained runner has kept some tough company all season and has done pret...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
December 27, 2007
3:31 PM Eastern
(# 2) S.S. BELLE - The way the track played yesterday, this speedy filly holds all the cards here. Claimed last out by Bruce Levine, he has given her some ti...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #TWO
December 27, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) TRICKY SLEW - Takes a dramatic drop for trainer Cody Autry. Claimed for $25,000 three races back, he runs today for $5K. Looks to have this field "over...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
December 27, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 8) ROCKPAPERSCISSORS - Lots of positives on view in last. Trainer switch, blinkers, drop in class all contributed to a very good try. Blinkers improved he...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
December 26, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 4) JOVANNA - Fliiy won her debut like a real talented individual. Sent into a stakes at Finger Lakes off the maiden win at the Spa., she ran a fine second...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #FIVE
December 26, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 12) DETROIT'S DANCER - Sprinted in last at a higher price-tag, trainer Dan Smithwick sends gelding a distance of ground today. Has faced better all season...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
December 26, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) WILD GARDEN - Impressed in her lone outing, as she broke from the rail, was close up entering the turn, dropped back, then rallied strongly to gain the...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
December 26, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 6) BRITISH COLUMBIA - Colt improved noticeably when sent long for the first time. Recent purchase by the Darley Stable for $450,000 was beaten in last by ...
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CALDER Race #NINE
December 24, 2007
4:05 PM Eastern
(# 8) QUALITY AFFAIR - Just missed in first start here after shipping south for the Allen Jerkens barn. She's plenty fast, and master seems to have her heade...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #FIVE
December 24, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 3) MARQUET REALITY - Trainer W. Bret Calhoun has proven deadly when he drops his horses into maiden claimers. This colt showed big speed at Remington Park...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #THREE
December 24, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 5) CROSSWORD - Farish/Howard runner has always performed well, and just missed getting up in the Tenacious Hdcp. last time out, failing by less than a len...
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CALDER Race #FIVE
December 24, 2007
2:15 PM Eastern
(# 8) SILVER CHARITY - Has become a better filly since returning from some time off, and a switch back to the Bill White barn. Still has room for more improv...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #TEN
December 23, 2007
5:45 PM Eastern
(# 5) NO SURGEON - Almost assured to go off the favorite on his record, and the fact that he hails from the Asmussen/Bridgmohan combination. They won six rac...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #NINE
December 23, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 4) SEVENDAYSMAKEAWEEK - Goes second off a layoff and only her third overall for trainer Vickie Foley. Caught slop in June debut, ran evenly in early Novem...
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HAWTHORNE Race #FIVE
December 23, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 8) GREAT UNCLE SCOTT - Runner drops down after facing better and running evenly in most of his races since breaking his maiden. The reduction in value sho...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #THREE
December 23, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 4) EIGHT BELLES - Filly was very impressive when she broke her maiden late in the Delaware meet for trainer Larry Jones. Ran better than it looked in her ...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #THREE
December 23, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 9) YANKEES BLAST - Makes her second start off a June layoff for trainer Bill Ford. Mare just missed at this condition and distance last out getting beat b...
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HAWTHORNE Race #SEVEN
December 22, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) TWINPOST - Has been a gem of consistency throughout her career. Easy win in last off the claim. Overcame tough trip early on that day. Loves this track...
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HAWTHORNE Race #SIX
December 22, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) RUSTY BUCKET - Gets a monumental trainer change to Catalano off the private purchase for his main client Calabrese. Comes off a solid second in career ...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #SEVEN
December 22, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 2) BLITZING - Freshened up after an impressive win in last. Bumped at the gate then wide all the way. Two-year-old filly has plenty of upside and a great ...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #TWO
December 22, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) VIVACI - Vastly improved last three starts off the Amoss claim. Hurt by very wide trip in last. Nearly overcame rough trip two back in fast race. Takes...
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CALDER Race #TWO
December 22, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) LASER - Gets a huge trainer change today. Big improvement expected back on grass and first career start in a claimer. More early kick expected with new...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #ONE
December 21, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) URGENCY - Started her career in a MSW race at Churchill. Dropped in start number two by trainer Paul McGhee, she finished second in the slop at today's...
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TAMPA BAY DOWNS Race #FIVE
December 21, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 9) TAUPO - Returns from an October layoff for trainer Gerald Bennett. Good stalker should get a nice pace set up to rally into. Trainer is 19% with this l...
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TAMPA BAY DOWNS Race #THREE
December 21, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 6) BABO - Drops and stretches for trainer Larry Bates. Son of "Langfuhr" has improved in all three of his races to date. Doesn't face much here, and he is...
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TAMPA BAY DOWNS Race #ONE
December 21, 2007
12:25 PM Eastern
(# 8) R TOWN LEADER - Shortens up and goes second off a layoff for trainer Kirk Ziadie. Blinkers also come off this son of "Delaware Township." He's working ...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #FOUR
December 20, 2007
6:50 PM Eastern
(# 8) ABISTRABI - Enters this on an upward swing. Scored at Mountaineer on Nov. 30 when he was placed first after a bumping incident in late stretch. Draws w...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #EIGHT
December 20, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) COY CAT - Has already run well at a two-turn distance at Churchill, which gives her an edge over the others. Has some speed, and should secure the rail...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #FOUR
December 20, 2007
2:55 PM Eastern
(# 2) BUCKETS 'N 'PANS - Logical selection and probable favorite had a sharp return run here on Dec. 1. Finished a close-up second that day, his first run si...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #TWO
December 20, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) VALUE YOUR MONEY - Sharp effort in last at Delta Downs when dropped in for this tag. Has some speed and should be just off the lead in here. Can take t...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #FOUR
December 19, 2007
6:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) LADY ALBERT - Hadn't raced in over a year before returning at Hawthorne. Worked well before those races, so maybe she just needed that pair. Field is v...
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CALDER Race #TEN
December 19, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) LA MUETTE - Return run at this price tag, distance and condition was fine. Rallied on the turn, then stayed on well for the place in first action since...
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CALDER Race #FIVE
December 19, 2007
2:10 PM Eastern
(# 5) MANNINGTON - Goes third off a layoff for Eddie Plesa. Colt showed some talent earlier this season. Has enough speed to be involved from the start. Slig...
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CALDER Race #THREE
December 19, 2007
1:15 PM Eastern
(# 1) BREAK FOR DIAMONDS - Comes back today off a two-month layoff for trainer Joe Catanese. Filly displayed sharp speed against better before her freshening...
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TAMPA BAY Race #TEN
December 18, 2007
4:35 PM Eastern
(# 2) FOREST FEVER - Great race at Hawthorne on Nov. 8 at a $17,500 level. Stalked the pace and drew off handily. Gelding by "Forestry" started his career in...
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TAMPA BAY Race #EIGHT
December 18, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
(# 8) ZARA'S STORM - Training well for his first start in four months. Field is a weak one, and if ready off the bench, he should beat these. Trainer is 33% ...
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TAMPA BAY Race #SIX
December 18, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 6) L'S LIGHTNING - Drops back in for a tag for Gerald Bennett. Has speed and some back class. Daughter of "Storm Boot" is training superbly for this start...
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TAMPA BAY Race #TWO
December 18, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) DEVIL SLAM - Nicely bred filly (Grand Slam) started her career in the fine barn of Patrick Biancone. Goes out today for Dale Bennett - one of the peren...
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CALDER Race #TEN
December 17, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) VICTORY AT SHILOH - Stretches out for Dave Fawkes off a series of sprints where he stalked and held his ground well. Draws the rail and saves all the g...
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CALDER Race #SIX
December 17, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 3) PO PURR E. - Claimed for 16K last out by Kirk Ziadie. Runs her back first for $10,000. Trainer is an astounding 47% fresh off the buy. Has plenty of sp...
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CALDER Race #FIVE
December 17, 2007
2:15 PM Eastern
(# 4) BLUE RAGE - Wide trip in latest hurt her chances late, as she settled for third. Lightly raced and well-bred, she should offer up her best today.
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Calder Race #FOUR
December 17, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 7) TANGANYIKA - Returns to competition for the Pletcher barn after 2 1/2 months on the sidelines. Showed enough ability in his three races to warrant atte...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #EIGHT
December 16, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) GOOD OFFER - Goes second off the claim for Bret Calhoun. Showed speed against tougher in first start for the new conditioner. Runs today under the clai...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #FIVE
December 16, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 6) SEVENTYTIMESSEVEN - Blinkers come off for Samuel Breaux, a move that produces winners at a 31% rate. Excellent try in last, finishing a close second at...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #FOUR
December 16, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 10) ROSE BLANKET - Won his second race at this tag and distance on opening day. Did so impressively. Returns at the same conditions excepting he will now ...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #TWO
December 16, 2007
1:35 PM Eastern
(# 1) CHOSEN WORDS - May be the fastest of these early on and he also has a bit of a class edge. This is the lowest level he has ever raced. Trainer Will Hal...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #ONE
December 16, 2007
1:10 PM Eastern
(# 9) BRIDE FOUR A GROOM - Filly makes her first start since a good run on this track at this tag on Sept. 26. Working well for the return and she may have s...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #ELEVEN
December 15, 2007
5:45 PM Eastern
(# 5) SELF MADE MAN - Gelding has made tremendous strides as the season has gone along. Bred and owned by Ken and Sarah Ramsey, he has won his only three sta...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
December 15, 2007
4:05 PM Eastern
(# 8) ICY HEART - Goes third off a late winter layoff. Speed shown in both return runs, and has stayed on well showing some fighting spirit. Good shot at the...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
December 15, 2007
4:05 PM Eastern
(# 8) ICY HEART - Goes third off a late winter layoff. Speed shown in both return runs, and has stayed on well showing some fighting spirit. Good shot at the...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #TWO
December 15, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) THANK'S MR. G - Has been given a freshening by the Cody Autry barn, something they don't do very often. Veteran loves it here and had a pair of big win...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
December 15, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) SARATOGA RUSSELL - Looks like a two horse race on view, with this runner and the rail horse. He defeated the second pick last out with a big post advan...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
December 15, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) SPEEDBALL HOWIE - Speed has been king here over the past two weeks when the track has been fast. This colt was beaten to the top in last by a runner on...
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CALDER Race #ELEVEN
December 14, 2007
4:55 PM Eastern
(# 5) FULL SECRET - Claimed last out by Bob Dibona out of a troubled race going two-turns. Broke slowly and rushed up, a recipe for disaster. Tired badly aft...
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CALDER Race #TEN
December 14, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) MARINA BALLERINA - Dangerous speed back on dirt and stretching out in distance. Faced tougher in stakes last four starts. Consistent three-year-old sho...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #EIGHT
December 14, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 9) THE DARP - Stretches out for Ronny werner off of a pair of sprints, the second of which was very impressive. Barn is off to a great start, and the dist...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #ONE
December 14, 2007
1:35 PM Eastern
(# 7) HAWAII CALLS - Sharpened on grass Nov. 16 off a layoff and trainer change to a top barn. Tired late after setting pressured, fast pace in debut. Wide t...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #SEVEN
December 13, 2007
7:10 PM Eastern
(# 7) MAUI STORM - Got his maiden win three back over this surface in very handy fashion. Excellent try at Keeneland in next just missing, and then a very wi...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #FIVE
December 13, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) CAESARS PLEASER - Strong middle move in last at Delta Downs only to get run down late. Can move earlier than the other selections and that will be the ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
December 13, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 1) FAIRY GODMOTHER - Has speed, draws the best post, and attracts Prado. Several good tries on her resume, and she'll be involved from start to finish wit...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
December 13, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) GOLDEN HORSESHOE - Top barn (Steve Klesaris) sends out runner who has a pair of good second-place finishes since being claimed by this trainer. Should ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
December 13, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) HOT ROUTE - Raced between runners in Philly Park debut run against maiden specials. Blinkers go on and drops into a claimer, both good moves for traine...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #FOUR
December 12, 2007
6:50 PM Eastern
(# 14) A K'S QUEST - Overall record is strong including three wins in seven starts over this surface. Drew a dead rail in latest start, worked his way clear ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
December 12, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 7) WISHFUL TOMCAT - Solid performer makes his return from a seven-week freshening for Gary Contessa. Caught some tough fields earlier on or he may have br...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
December 12, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 4) OVERHEATED - Big speed shown in last at the maiden special level. Drops into a claimer today, a 22% move by trainer Rick Violette. Coa's presence is no...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
December 12, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 3) DON'T PARK NOW - Draws the best post, and the rail has been very good the past week. Lightly raced, he crushed a good group last out in fourth start of...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
December 12, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 4) CONSTANCE - Heavily backed in a pair of Saratoga races, she showed big speed in both. Drew stakes winner "Irish Smoke" first out, and two-year-old fill...
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TAMPA BAY Race #NINE
December 11, 2007
4:05 PM Eastern
(# 10) SOMES SOUND - Bill White trainee has a good tactical gear, and at this track this post is good for his type. Not a lot of pace signed on, and he shoul...
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TAMPA BAY Race #SEVEN
December 11, 2007
3:10 PM Eastern
(# 6) INDYMINE - His recent a.m. work is just too good to ignore. Has a pair of very sharp moves over the Gulfstream strip. Barn (Wesley Ward) is always good...
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TAMPA BAY Race #SIX
December 11, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 8) UNFOLDING WISH - Impressive in first start in Chicago with a snappy wire-to-wire win. Steinbrenner owned and bred filly will face pace pressure today, ...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FIVE
December 11, 2007
2:15 PM Eastern
(# 5) EL GRAN TONY - Both grass races are very sharp, and son of "More Than Ready" looks like he can graduate today with a clean trip. Has worked three times...
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TAMPA BAY Race #THREE
December 11, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 4) KILLARNY TOWNSHIP - Could be the fastest of these early and by the looks of the last pair of works, she likes it here just fine. The drill on Dec. 8 is...
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CALDER Race #SEVEN
December 10, 2007
3:10 PM Eastern
(# 5) SHES ALL ELTISH - Logical favorite, and very tough to beat with anything approaching the debut effort. Heavily backed at 5.5 furlongs, she stumbled at ...
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CALDER Race #SIX
December 10, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 6) LEVY LIGHT - Broke his maiden two back at this distance in impressive fashion. Tried much better on the grass in first try against winners. Had a wide ...
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2007-12-10 13:15:00
December 10, 2007
2:15 PM Eastern
(# 3) PERFECTLY NATURAL - Smashing maiden win in off-the-turf event in last over the main track here. Just missed in previous try on the Belmont turf. Daught...
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CALDER Race #THREE
December 10, 2007
1:15 PM Eastern
(# 1) COOKSON - Wide last out while chasing a wire-to-wire winner. Draws the rail, and may take these from on or just off the top.
(# 6) Wonderfin - Prob...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #NINE
December 9, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 11) BELLICOSE - Big effort second off a spring layoff to finish second at Keeneland in a seven-furlong race. Previous race was over this surface and she m...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
December 9, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 8) SWEET BAMA BREEZE - Strong favorite should get the job done after finishing second in all three of her starts, including a $100,000 stake last out. Can...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #THREE
December 9, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) THE CLEVEREST - Ran a sharp race in a third off the layoff situation when in for this price tag for the first time. Daughter of "Clever Trick" has some...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
December 9, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 10) ON WITH IT - Poor start in last cost him all chance. Came here from Keeneland and the fine Biancone barn to Linda Rice. Showed speed against open maid...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
December 9, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) LA PORTA - Filly improved from start one to two for Todd Pletcher. Attempts a distance around two-turns today and draws the advantageous rail position....
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #ELEVEN
December 8, 2007
6:15 PM Eastern
(# 13) FAST FEAT - Returns for excellent layoff trainer. Scored in lone start at the FG off similar hiatus. Three wins and four seconds in nine career starts...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #TEN (Best Bet On The Day!)
December 8, 2007
5:40 PM Eastern
(# 1) COSTA RISING - No doubt he shakes loose early, slows the pace down in field lacking much speed. Draws rail and gets a huge rider change to the red hot ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
December 8, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 7) LYKE A HURRICANE - Needed last off the layoff. Set quick pace until tiring late. Makes second start with blinkers and Lasix. One to catch!
(# 9) Sm...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #SIX
December 8, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) TIGER MONARCH - Extremley consistent speedster is clearly the one to catch from the rail. Succumbed late to fast pace in last. Back with State Breds to...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
December 8, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 1A) AL'S LARK - Sharp and consistent sprinter exits a series of fast races last three starts off a layoff. Tactical speed and right post to sit a perfect ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
December 7, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 5) BELZ - Looks all set for a wire-to-wire win by the Tom Bush barn. Can take these with an alert and trouble-free beginning.
(# 6) Stopbluffing - Obv...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
December 7, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
(# 7) YOUR FLAME IN ME - Hard to go against runner who will try and out foot them early on. May need to stalk outside the #4 runner "Lauras Last Music." Eith...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
December 7, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 1) NULLIFY - Tries the main track for the first time after four grass races. Continues to work well on the dirt and think his experience, good works, and ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
December 7, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 6) NAIMA - Blinkers go on for Tom Bush. Trainer also sends her long for the first time, and also drops her in class. Improved in second outing, and she sh...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
December 7, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) REGAL OFFICER - Good "Key" in the exacta. Should be able to run no worse than second against this field. Bumping incident cost him in last. Previous ru...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #SIX
December 6, 2007
7:40 PM Eastern
(# 6) CHIEF COMMANDER - Can run on turf or dirt. Has a win over this artificial surface on his resume. Very sharp work on November 28 for this assignment.
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #FOUR
December 6, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 12) GREEDEE ME - Good barn (Patrick Mouton) brings runner back from a March layoff. Works indicate that he'll come back a much better horse. Can run by th...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
December 6, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 3) SPECIAL FORMAT - Fair effort in the slop last out for this daughter of "Dynaformer." Hails from a good barn (Alan Goldberg), and when employing Domingu...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
December 6, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 4) CHITA TYCOON - Speedy sort drops to lowest level ever. Has a nice drill for this return from a late-September layoff. Trainer excells with this type of...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #FOUR
December 5, 2007
6:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) STORMY ARCTIC - Mare drops down considerably for this after facing much better her whole career. Swift early, she went very fast in latest at Churchill...
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HAWTHORNE Race #SIX
December 5, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 8) SPAGHETTI MAN - Dropped in price in last race, his second off a layoff, produced a competitive effort. Was up near the pace and flattened late. Good sh...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
December 5, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
(# 4) PERFECT VOW - Very impressive allowance win off the bench for trainer Dan Peitz. Highly thought of colt is taking on some hard-hitters and giving away ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
December 5, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) SNARE - Improvement shown in all four starts to date. Asmussen runner flashed improved speed in last and just failed to hang on. Can stalk if someone e...
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TURF PARADISE Race #EIGHT
December 4, 2007
5:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) RED'S ROSE BLANKET - Looks like the horse to beat. Competitive against better, she makes her first start for Molly Pearson after joining her barn. Drop...
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TURF PARADISE Race #SIX
December 4, 2007
4:35 PM Eastern
(# 3) ORGAN PIPE - Should get a nice stalking trip just off the presumed leader #5 - "Bonsall Blaze." Proven turf runner has faced and beaten better in his r...
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TURF PARADISE Race #FIVE
December 4, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 10) FIGHT ON SC - Stalker draws a good post for his style. Very sharp at present, he should get a slight jump on the other choices when he launches his ra...
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TURF PARADISE Race #ONE
December 4, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) DEL MAR TED - Makes his Arizona debut today after running four times in So. California. Now with trainer Kevin Lewis, he wins with 27% of new arrivals ...
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CALDER Race #TEN
December 3, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) CATCH ME CUPID - When dropped to this $10,000 price she runs well. Has kept mostly tougher company since breaking her maiden. Filly should be on the le...
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CALDER Race #FIVE
December 3, 2007
2:15 PM Eastern
(# 4) ROADSTER - Bill Mott trainee goes fresh off a June layoff. Only race was on the turf. Son of "Street Cry" tries dirt and a distance for the first time....
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CALDER Race #FOUR
December 3, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 6) MEMORABLE MICHELLE - Strong win candidate, and she should be "keyed" on top and maybe in second place in tris and or supers. Hard to envision her not r...
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CALDER Race #THREE
December 3, 2007
1:15 PM Eastern
(# 4) ROCKIN Inthe Rain - Heavily bet in only appearance which came at Belmont in mid-September. Set a very fast pace and tired badly. Has trained sharply at...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #NINE
December 2, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) FIGHTER PILOT - Ran a bit erratically in Churchill debut for Wayne Lucas. Son of "Cherokee Run" has worked swiftly both before and after his first race...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
December 2, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 5) MESA GIRL - Tries a claimer for the Pletcher/Velazquez combination. Debut came in a troubled grass sprint. Caught mud in return from a two-month layoff...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #FIV
December 2, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 12) MONK - Drops in half, going from $30k to $15K. Has faced better all season. Stalking ability and a good post to do it from. Strong win contender.
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
December 2, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 6) PSYCHO D J - Heavily backed at the windows in initial pair in late-summer, early- fall. Trouble in debut, but still finished second. Big speed shown in...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
December 2, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) DANI TOM BOY - Ran twice at Gulfstream when in the Todd Pletcher barn. Heavily bet in both, she displayed fine speed in that initial pair. On the shelf...
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HAWTHORNE Race #FIVE
December 1, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) CRAFTY MELISSA - Takes confident boost in class after a powerful win in last. Has excellent early speed. Cut back in distance can only help. Two-for-tw...
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HAWTHORNE Race #TWO
December 1, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 3) ROAD SHOW - Makes first start for Catalano who is one of the best in the US off the claim. Confident boost in class after a decisive win in fast time N...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #THREE
December 1, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) SWEETDOWNTHELANE - Returns for solid trainer. Takes big drop in class after having rough trip in a stake last out. Sharp and very consistent form in pr...
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TURFWAY Race #FOUR
December 1, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 12) TEX AND THE CITY - Makes first start for Smithwick returning from a freshening. This trainer is excellent with new acquisitions and returnees. Very co...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
December 1, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) PENNINGTON - Eighth-place finish in debut better than it looks. Hard used chasing quick pace wide all the way. Good effort in last over slop stretching...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #TEN
November 30, 2007
5:10 PM Eastern
(# 2) SWEETNESS 'N LIGHT - Returns off two solid career outings. Strong late close in debut to lose by a nose. Powerful win in last at the always tough Keene...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #FOUR
November 30, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) SURE FIRE SECRET - Makes first start for the blazing-hot Cody Autrey. Barn tremendous off the claim and a freshening. Should sit perfect stalking trip ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
November 30, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 1a) CAPTAIN BACKFIRE - Freshened up after a smashing victory in very fast time in his debut. Drew clear easily after setting a contested quick pace. Huge ...
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Calder Race #FOUR
November 30, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) HERMOSILLO - Ships down from New Jersey having faced tougher in recent starts. Trainer Eddie Broome does good work shipping into Florida for the winter...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #SEVEN
November 29, 2007
8:10 PM Eastern
(# 2) BIGBOY RYAN - Ships from New York for Dale Romans where he started once and encountered a world of trouble. Probably would have won that with clear sai...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
November 29, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 6) GREAT DEDUCTION - Bumped at the start in Delaware debut in race won by a good-looking Alan Goldberg trained colt. Drops for Steve Klesaris and that mov...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
November 29, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
(# 4) JOVANNA - Freshened since fine stakes try at Finger Lakes which saw her finish a game second. Recent works are all above average. Should be in it from ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
November 29, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 8) APPEALING SPEED - Looks like the speed of the speed. Coa takes over today for horse that has put back-to-back big races together in the past. Serious w...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
November 29, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) GOLDEN TABLET - Goes first off the Contessa claim and trainer is 21% with his fresh buys. Colt ran well in last when dropped to a lower level. He cost ...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #NINE
November 28, 2007
9:05 PM Eastern
(# 4) GIANT DREAMS - Good race for .10 superfectas. Key the first pair on top with the other horses. Would cost you under $10. As an example the bet would be...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #FOUR
November 28, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) HOMEMADE BREW - Logical selection was claimed by one big-name trainer (Doug O'Neill) from another (Wesley Ward). Big speed shown that day, and new conn...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
November 28, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 4) STOPBLUFFING - Last was his best in some time. Gelding ran a fine second in a mile race on the main track against $35K foes. Pace may be legitimate her...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
November 28, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) ICY HEART - Latest, his first since March, was very good. Chased the pace while inside and stayed on well to finish third. Repeat, or preferably some i...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
November 28, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 6) HELLO NEWMAN - Logical selection and probable favorite drops down off a June layoff. He was claimed for $50,000 and makes his return for $16K. Blinkers...
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TURF PARADISE Race #FOUR
November 27, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 3) DARK INTRIGUE - Drops and shortens up for this. Blinkers are removed and runner is one of two win candidates in this race. Needs to break running.
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TURF PARADISE Race #THREE
November 27, 2007
3:20 PM Eastern
(# 3) FAST MISSLE - Very sharp at present, he comes off a sprint victory here on Nov. 9. Stretches out and moves up in class today. Has run well at this two-...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #SIX
November 27, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 7) LOCAL CELEBRITY - Wire-to-wire threat in his return from a eight-month hiatus. Sharp drills for son of "Tactical Cat," and think he will run very well....
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FOUR
November 27, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 6) VISION OF ROSES - Drops into a claimer for the first time. Sarah and Ken Ramsey home bred makes his first start on conventional dirt after trying turf ...
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CALDER Race #TEN
November 26, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) BLUE WITCH - Drops back to one turn after running a fine second from a poor post(9). Improving sort, has gotten better after three troubled starts to b...
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CALDER Race #EIGHT
November 26, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
(# 4) LADY RENAISSANCE - Chris Clement runner was a little off in last at Belmont, her first race since mid-July. Has kept good company since coming to the s...
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CALDER Race #TWO
November 26, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) FLEETONE - Much improved effort in last as he was on the lead going longer from an outside post. Drops back to seven panels for this, and draws a good ...
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CALDER Race #ONE
November 26, 2007
12:25 PM Eastern
(# 8) FLORIDA STRAITS - Moves outside after breaking from the rail in last pair. Had to run hard early to keep up. Outside draw is a big plus as it gives the...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #TEN
November 25, 2007
5:15 PM Eastern
(# 5) TIZ MY DREAM - Has a pair of strong efforts at Keeneland after coming back from an April layoff. Was just off the top in that pair, but came up a bit s...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #NINE
November 25, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) SILVER EXPRESS - Classy runner switched barns recently, as he is now in Helen Pitt's stable. Nice first effort at Keeneland for new connections. Should...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #EIGHT
November 25, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 2) OVER UNDER - Has some speed, and draws a good post for use of it. Makes her first back-to-back starts for trainer Dallas Stewart, and is a win threat o...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
November 25, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
(# 3) ICE COOL KITTY - Two-for-two over this dirt surface. Last time mare tackled this two-turn nine-furlong distance, she ran her best race of the season at...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
November 25, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 9) MISS STONESTREET - Stretches out off of three sprint tries for Steve Asmussen. Hasn't raced in seven weeks and she should be bigger and stronger now. G...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
November 24, 2007
4:15 PM Eastern
(# 2) PREMIER PERFECTION - Lightly raced and possesses speed - a comodity lacking here. Has the hedge, is training forwardly, and is in the Pletcher barn. Se...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
November 24, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) SHOPTON LANE - Very sharp colt has become a much better one since coming to the Bruce Levine barn. Has speed, draws the best post, and continues to tra...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
November 24, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) RAFFIE'S DEER - Is a better horse since coming to the Jimmy Toner barn. Has encountered traffic in several races, or he may have won by now. Good post,...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
November 24, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 5) VACATION - Last out ran second in the slop at this track, condition, and distance. Trainer's (McGaughey) stock almost always do better with distance in...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
November 24, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) ON WITH IT - Ran at Keeneland in early Oct. against open foes. Did so from the disadvantageous rail that day. Working fast since arriving in New York a...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
November 23, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 10) RACELAND - Scratched out of a race last Sunday when he was entered in a mile race with a lot of speedsters. Draws a great post for the one-turn mile a...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #FOUR
November 23, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 1) STEW'S STONE - Speed on the rail and he has been at his best when below the $10K claiming price like he is today. Has good numbers and fits snuggly her...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #THREE
November 23, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 1) DR. FEELGOOD - Halves in value for Tom Tomillo and that should make all the difference. Has run well for $10K all year, and drop should allow him to be...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
November 23, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 7) SHE'S ACHANCE - Good effort in last at Delaware off a two-month layoff. Just missed the win in a race where she waited and bid. That strategy looks to ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
November 23, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 5) ALEXANDROS - Wide run in last in a race dominated by the top two finishers. Appears to have some talent and has a pair of sharp works since the last ru...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #SEVEN
November 22, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) COPING - Another from the Cody Autry barn. Claimed last out at Keeneland, he has a good record over this surface(6-2-1-2) Trainer is a snappy 25% with ...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #THREE
November 22, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 1) ARC LIGHT - Quick runner has shown speed in all races in his career. Broke his maiden two back at Hawthorne for 25K in first start in three months. Fir...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
November 22, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 8) TIZ IT - Stands out on paper off his debut race at Monmouth. Showed good speed from the rail, battled the whole race, exchanged bumps in mid-stretch be...
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November 22, 2007
1:35 PM Eastern
(# 12) RIGHTEOUS BROTHER - Good initial race when he showed speed before finishing third. Tried a stakes in second start and was almost slammed into the rail...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
November 22, 2007
11:50 AM Eastern
(# 6) RULE SEVENTY SIX - Wide trip in last cost him all chance. Previous run was an excellent placing with fine speed shown. Drops into a claimer for the fir...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
November 21, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 3) SPECIAL FORMAT - Stretches out off what was her best effort to date - a fine third-place finish sprinting at Belmont in a race won by a prompt favorite...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
November 21, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 2) TOUCH THE DEVIL - Makes his first start off a seven-week freshening for the Tony Dutrow barn. Claimed last out, he has been working sharply for the ret...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
November 21, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) STAR STUDDED - Short freshening (two months) should have done him a world of good. Threatened to get the win a few times but couldn't finish the deal. ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
November 21, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 10) CAPE OF STORMS - Field's most experienced runner comes back to face fellow state-breds after racing against open foes on Polytrack at Turfway and Keen...
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TURF PARADISE Race #SIX
November 20, 2007
4:35 PM Eastern
(# 6) EVERYBODYLOVESME - Comes here by way of Remington Park where he was in the top Chris Hartman barn (352-94-65-50). Ran mid-pack in both, holding his pos...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #NINE
November 20, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) MISTER WHITE SOCKS - Private purchase makes his first start for new connections after arriving from New York where he was in the Kiaran McLaughlin barn...
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TURF PARADISE Race #TWO
November 20, 2007
2:55 PM Eastern
(# 4) MR. HARBOR - Makes his first start at Turf Paradise after coming here from Northern California. Ran well there and also on the CA. fair circuit. Is in ...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FOUR
November 20, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
( # 1) ST. SIMON'S LOVE - Very good betting race with many opportunities. This runner broke much farther behind his field in last when he was moving to his l...
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CALDER Race #TEN
November 19, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) STREET HONOUR - Trouble in all four races to date. Has been favored in a pair, so ability is probably present. Blinkers go on today, and maybe that wil...
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CALDER Race #SEVEN
November 19, 2007
3:10 PM Eastern
(# 5) LIZARD - Makes his first start for the powerful Frank Calabrese stable. Trainer Wesley Ward has his horses in So. Florida. Speed shown in all starts, a...
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CALDER Race #FIVE
November 19, 2007
2:15 PM Eastern
(# 7) MIND ERASER - Filly cost $400,000 has been bet right along as though their was ability present. Started her career with Bill Mott, is now with Bill Whi...
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CALDER Race #TWO
November 19, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) PERFECTLY NATURAL - Just missed breaking her maiden in last at Belmont, being beaten by a head in the last stride. Five-furlong distance should be perf...
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CALDER Race #ONE
November 19, 2007
12:25 PM Eastern
(# 2) CONCORDE'S SKIPPER - Logical and probable heavy favorite, you should try and hook him up in the trifecta with our other runners. Use in the first and s...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #TEN
November 18, 2007
8:05 PM Eastern
(# 9) STAGE SENSATION - Returns from six weeks off after a pair of well-bet outings where she showed some good speed. Drops into a claimer for the first time...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #FIVE
November 18, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) HAGGIS MACPHERSON - Longshot play comes back to the races for trainer Brian Koriner off a six-week freshening. Trainer does well with this type returne...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #TWO
November 18, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) SPORTSBOOKJUNKEE - Nice showing in last at Santa Anita, a second-place finish going two turns. Drops a notch for this and has a sharp work. Barn (Mulli...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
November 18, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) CAROLYN'S CAT - Excellent second race, showing speed while wide, staying on well and tiring a bit late. No chance in debut when she ran into "Indian Bl...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
November 18, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 6) Fashion Queen - Big improvement in last, her initial start with blinkers. Fine speed shown and was run down late by a talented looking individual. Ran ...
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HAWTHORNE Race #NINE
November 17, 2007
5:20 PM Eastern
(# 5) WILLY WOMPUS - A pair of poor starts has hindered his ability to perform well in his last two races. Capable against this caliber and the cutback from ...
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HAWTHORNE Race #THREE
November 17, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) CAMARADERIE - Well bet in last and colt was in a position from a poor post (11) to do some damage, but bled during the running. Trainer Brian Williamso...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
November 17, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 6) BAYOU TIMBER - Chased in the slop last out and hung on to finish third. Previous mile run at Belmont would be good enough to get the job done. Trainer ...
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HAWTHORNE Race #ONE
November 17, 2007
2:35 PM Eastern
(# 1) SUAVE DOTTIE M. - Mare is with her fifth trainer since coming back in early June. Has only a single unacceptable performance this season. New trainer(K...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
November 17, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) ASTORIA SWEETHEART - Has been given a two-month freshening by Richard Dutrow, and most of the time that generally moves them forward in performance. Ha...
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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #NINE
November 16, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) SPLENDID IN SPRING - Another runner from the Maggie Moss/Tom Amoss operation. Has raced well at a variety of tracks this season. Speed shown in all rac...
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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #SEVEN
November 16, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) STAR PLAYER - Bit of a wide-open affair on view. This runner ran well at this distance and price tag in last - his first off a seven-week layoff. Did s...
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AQUERDUCT Race #FIVE
November 16, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 4) ALL FIRED UP - Very sharp victory in last, her first race in two months. Stalked the pace from very close range, and drew off easily late. Similar stra...
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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #TWO
November 16, 2007
1:05 PM Eastern
(# 4) TRIXIE BEE MINE - Goes second off the claim for the powerful Maggie Moss operation. Has had Tom Amoss as one of her trainers for over a year, and they ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
November 16, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) CITY IN THE CLOUDS - The speed from the rail on a presumed sloppy/good track. Has had a month since her last appearance and she has a pair of very shar...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
November 15, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) DIXIELAND STAR - Good second in debut despite racing wide all the way. Held well after making a strong middle move. Gets a softer spot today. Has a sup...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
November 15, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 6) BAILERO - Powerful win last out switching to Aqueduct - his favorite track. Dangerous to repeat taking smart rise in class. Relishes today's mile dista...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
November 15, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) SILVER PARADISE - Deserving favorite catches softest field in her career. Versatile filly can shoot to the lead or stalk. Reunited with Castellano who ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
November 15, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) SWAY WITH THE WIND - Returns for top layoff trainer. Faced tougher at Delawarw Park despite racing at the same level as today at Aqueduct. Dangerous ta...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
November 14, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 5) STEPASIDE - Has improved with each start, culminating last out with an impressive maiden score. Beautifully bred for the grass, and trainer Tom Voss ha...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SI
November 14, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 8) CHANCED - Big improvement for the Levine barn from start one to two. Took some money and just missed getting the maiden win. Has had a month since the ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
November 14, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 8) LAST TRAIN BABE - Goes second off a layoff for the Richard Dutrow barn. Good speed shown that day, and runner plunges down the claiming ladder for this...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
November 14, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) READY TO FLY - Well bet in debut at Monmouth in early August. Race was won by a very good one, and this filly misbehaved a bit before the start. Has a ...
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TURF PARADISE Race #EIGHT
November 13, 2007
5:25 PM Eastern
(# 8) I.B. A. RUNAWAY - Obviously has some problems as he's almost six without a win and only seven lifetime starts. Had a dirt prep for this, his first star...
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TURF PARADISE Race #FOUR
November 13, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 4) COOL ALL OVER - Nice pair of second-place finishes in return from a four-month vacation. Has speed and can track and finish. Filly should be up near th...
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TURF PARADISE Race #THREE
November 13, 2007
3:20 PM Eastern
(# 4) PRORUNNER - Goes third off a layoff and also switches surfaces. Proven against tougher in the past, he has only run twice on the grass, but should hand...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FOUR
November 13, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 2) CROWN THE PRINCESS - Stretches off her best race to date. Has a nice post and should be just off the leaders. Can save all the ground and upset these a...
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CALDER Race #TEN
November 12, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) WHEELOFFORTUNE - Wide journey in last cost him all chance at winning. Previous run was an excellent second-place finish. Sharp work on Nov. 2, and he r...
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CALDER Race #EIGHT
November 12, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
(# 7) ROMEO'S BELLA - Stretches out for Laura Posada off what is her best race to date. Trainer also adds Lasix and blinkers today, and that total makeover s...
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CALDER Race #SIX
November 12, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 10) R TOWN LEADER - Poor post draw, but runner has enough speed to either get the lead or get some good position heading into the first turn. Goes first o...
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CALDER Race #TWO
November 12, 2007
12:45 PM Eastern
(# 7) PO PURR E. - Last accomplished at this distance was her best ever. Has tactical speed, a great post and is in the best current shape of these. Should g...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
November 11, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 11) LUCK - Last an improvement with first-time blinkers. From this post, I think she'll get a great trip in the clear, about 3-5 lengths from the lead. Ca...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #TWO
November 11, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) FLYING ON HOME - Appears to be coming around a bit. Last pair with blinkers showed some interest. Nice post to stalk from and may sit a nice trip befor...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
November 11, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 5) Tamberino - Makes only her second start in a year. Very quick when in the running mood, and latest pair of works, along with Coa's presence, says she m...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
November 11, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) FACTUAL CONTENDER - Logical contender and probable favorite. Fits on all levels and will be hard to keep out of first or second place. Key her in those...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
November 11, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 2) STUNT MAN - Talented three-year-old has proven to be a good runner at various tracks and distances. A mile or today's seven-furlong distance would appe...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
November 10, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 1) FIVE TOWNS - Makes only his third lifetime start against New York breds. Arrived here last winter after showing promise in Florida at two last year, al...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #TWO
November 10, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) CORONAS AT DELMAR - Moves off the rail for this, and that should allow him a much better trip. Has plenty of speed, and has had a month since his last ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
November 10, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) FRA LIPPO - Sprinted in debut at Saratoga and had a wide trip. Has been on the sidelines since, trainer Chris Clement has taken over the training dutie...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
November 10, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 7) DOUBLE COLICO - Fastest of these early on and draws a great post to flaunt it at this 6.5-furlong distance. Trainer (Steve Klesaris) has had a super ye...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
November 10, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 7) IMMORTAL EYES - A repeat of any of his Saratoga or Belmont races should be good enough. Tried a stakes in last at the Meadowlands, and was bumped sound...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
November 9, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 7) DESERT SCENTS - Drops and stretches after a two-month freshening. Beaten by the second choice last out and needs to improve to reverse that decision. T...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
November 9, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) SALTWATER TAFFY - The speed on the rail in Big A debut. Easy wire-to-wire win in Delaware unveiling on Oct. 9. Trainer (Mike Trombetta) is successful w...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
November 9, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 4) ODE TO REVOLUTION - Tried turf in first pair and showed big speed in both efforts. Goes to the main track today and it's a surface he's bred for. Good ...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #SIX
November 9, 2007
11:55 AM Eastern
(# 14) Kat Kald Kalamazoo - (PLEASE NOTE THAT POST TIME FOR HOLLYWOOD PARK RACE NO. 6 IS 12:25 AM EST) Looks like the main speed unless the No. 15 runner scr...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #FOUR
November 9, 2007
11:25 AM Eastern
(# 7) CHAMAYO - Goes second time out, and it's been over 18 months since that initial run. Has an excellent gate work in preparation for this. Think all she ...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #EIGHT
November 8, 2007
7:05 PM Eastern
(# 4) MT. WHITNEY - Blinkers go on for start number three for the Harrington barn. Seven-furlong distance seems a natural fit. Trainer is winning with 25% of...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #SIX
November 8, 2007
6:05 PM Eastern
(# 3) BERTIE BOY - Trainer/jockey combo had some success during the Del Mar meet. Goes second off an eight-month vacation, and drops a notch for this. Speed ...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #THREE
November 8, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) CARRIE'S A JEWEL - Has run well all year at a variety of levels, distances, and surfaces. Has a win here at Hollywood in June and at this $8K level is ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
November 8, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 2) HE'S SOLID GOLD - Zito colt drew a very tough group in Spa. debut. Second finisher "Grand Minstrel" looks like stakes material. Colt had traffic proble...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #EIGHT
November 7, 2007
7:05 PM Eastern
(# 3) TOUCH MY ABS - Drops into a claimer and tries Polytrack for the first time. Lone run was at Fairplex over conventional dirt. Has four works since the d...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
November 7, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 2) OFCR. SHEILA T REX - Speed closest to the hedge. Makes her third lifetime start, and ran well in a muddy off-the-turf event last out. That should have ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
November 7, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 10) SAINT BARR - Freshened up a bit by trainer Juan Rodriquez (Dutrow assistant). Showed some speed in last sprinting at Belmont. Has been working steadil...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
November 7, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 2) API MOHKAT - Has been given some time off by trainer Bill Badgett after he received the colt from Florida in August. Started once at Saratoga against s...
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TURF PARADISE Race #NINE
November 6, 2007
6:25 PM Eastern
(# 8) DENEALDO - Comes here from Zia Park for a very high-percentage trainer, Jim Hill (29%). Very fast work over this surface on November 2. Bet in all thre...
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TURF PARADISE Race #FIVE
November 6, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# ) 8) RAISE THE FEE - Goes turf to dirt for trainer Tony Klenakis and is coming off his two best races ever. Nice post and has some speed to go along with ...
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TURF PARADISE Race #TWO
November 6, 2007
2:55 PM Eastern
(# 8) LIL ANGELINA - Drops down after trying allowance and a stake in her first two races. Excellent work on October 30 indicates that this may be the money ...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TWO
November 6, 2007
12:45 PM Eastern
(# 2) SNOWY ELEGANCE - Comes back quickly for start number two, and this route may have been their intended target. Excellent six-furlong work at Monmouth be...
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Calder Race #NINE
November 5, 2007
4:05 PM Eastern
(# 8) CLASSY GRAY - Excellent debut run showing some speed at five-furlongs at the $50K level. Stretches out two more furlongs today, and draws the best post...
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CALDER Race #FIVE
November 5, 2007
2:15 PM Eastern
(# 1) QUAKER WAY - Good post in a very poor field may allow her in the second off the layoff situation to surprise these. Lightly raced three-year-old probab...
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CALDER Race #TWO
November 5, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 5) EL BANK ROBBER - Returns from Kentucky Downs where she had a wide trip from a poor post (11). Previous tries here make her the horse to beat. Record on...
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CALDER Race #ONE
November 5, 2007
12:25 PM Eastern
(# 8) GRADED LADY - Like the progression shown. Poor post draws in first pair, she was sent long in third and dropped back in distance in last. Blinkers went...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
November 4, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 9) STREET NUMBER - Goes third off the bench for Bill Spawr. Drops down some more for this and his close-up style should play well. Great shot at the win a...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
November 4, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
(# 1) ALTESSE - Likes this 1 1/8 mile distance. Won the Heavenly Prize Stakes at Saratoga at this two-turn configuration. Draws the rail, has some speed and ...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TWO
November 4, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) ISLAND HOP - Last, her first race in almost two months, produced filly's best race ever. Made up a lot of ground late to finish a close fourth. Has bee...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
November 4, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 6) Glamour Star - Has run very well at this condition since breaking her maiden. Up-close style is good in this particular field, and she can win this on ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
November 4, 2007
1:05 PM Eastern
(# 4) SHE BELONGS TO US - Blinkers go on for the Jackson (Contessa) barn. Goes turf to dirt, and a route to a sprint. Working quickly and think she'll run we...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
November 3, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) STEPASIDE - Hard to argue with the progress this gelding by "Real Quiet" has shown in his three starts. No telling at this stage how good he may or may...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
November 3, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 4) SMASH 'EM SAMMY - Hard-hitter gets to run at his trainer's home base again today. Sharp work on Oct. 30, and trainer Scott Schwartz adds blinkers today...
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SANTA ANITA Race #THREE
November 3, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) CANTINA'S ROSE - Impressed in last when breaking her maiden. Necessary improvement shown in start one to two. Has proven that she can stalk and pass ho...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
November 3, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) Visionary - Maggi Moss/Bruce Levine trained runner is a veteran win machine (13 for 38). Fast and fresh, he can take this from on or just off the top. ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
November 3, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) WISE MOUNTAIN - Mark Shuman can win races anywhere he runs. He's 65 of 287 with quite a few stakes this year. Son of "Wiseman's Ferry" ran well against...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
November 2, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) PAPA'S KARA - Looks like the controlling speed from her outside post in this flat-mile affair. Working very well for her first race in almost two month...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
November 2, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 10) ALWAJEEHA - Excellent debut run sprinting on the Belmont turf. Good late move to just miss the board. Stretches out today and Castro keeps the faith. ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
November 2, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 5) SHTARKER - Over the years Allen Jerkens has been one of the best at stretching horses out in distance. Son of "Dynaformer" is bred to go long, and he i...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
November 2, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) NICELY PUT - Jackson/Contessa runner gets blinkers on and retains Coa. Has run into some quick ones along the way, and she should be ready to show her ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE (Grass Only)
November 1, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) TURKISH VICTORY - Big improvement in last dropping down to today's level. Held well for second after strong middle move into a fast second quarter. Dra...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
November 1, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 3) BRIBON - Cuts back to a sprint in very sharp form. Figures to sit a good stalking trip sitting behind vulnerable speed.
(# 7) Temecula Creek - Vast...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN (Grass Only)
November 1, 2007
3:55 PM Eastern
(#2 ) OPTIMISTIC GIRL (Best Bet) - Makes second start off the Asmussen claim. Closed well in last despite a tough outside post and very wide trip. Blinkers o...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
November 1, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(#4 ) CP WEST - Freshened up after facing much tougher in last five graded stakes. Cut back to mile helps. Tactical speed to sit a good trip. Sharp work Oct ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SI
October 31, 2007
3:20 PM Eastern
(# 6) PELELIU - Bet down to 4-5 in her first race on October 14. Had no chance after rearing up when the gate opened. Obviously needs an alert beginning, but...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
October 31, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 7) TITAN OF INDUSTRY - Logical selection ran a steady second in debut at Belmont. Has already been gelded (cost $285,000 by "Giant's Causeway"). Has worke...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
October 31, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) MISS GENERAL - Speed shown in debut over Keeneland's Poly surface in spring unveiling. Off until Saratoga, she encountered problems at the start, and r...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
October 31, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) EARHART - Drops dramatically for her first race for trainer Mike Hushion. Formerly with Tom Bush and Graham Motion, so mare has been in some good barns...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #EIGHT
October 30, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) ROUGH WATER - Tony Dutrow trained runner has been getting better with each start. Chased at this distance in most recent, and continued gamely all the ...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #EIGHT
October 30, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) CRUSADER RABITT - Logical selection and probable favorite. Has the best races of the entrants, and can stalk and pounce. Has had the benefit of many in...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #SIX
October 30, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) POPHAM BEACH - Short price is assured in this race as this runner looks very much the horse to beat. Good speed shown against better in only race to da...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOUR
October 30, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 1) CASEY'S IRISH PRIDE - Drops down for this after racing at Philly Park for $25,000 in latest. Owns the rail, has speed, and she should be up close in th...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FIVE
October 30, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) ASHLEY'S MOMENT - Appears to have this field over a barrel, as she has the best speed by far and has been working up a storm lately at her homebase of ...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TEN
October 29, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) POLITICAL QUEST - Horse has won back-to-back races since being reclaimed by trainer Richard Vega. He even made money on the re-buy by buying him back f...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #SIX
October 29, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 3) CLERICO - Big move forward in second lifetime start to finish second at Presque Isle just missing the maiden win. Trainer Mike Matz took this runner to...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FOUR
October 29, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 6) CONSIDER ME - Pair of sharp well-bet sprint tries for trainer Alan Goldberg. Son of "Dixie Union" has blinkers added today, and also is sent a distance...
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PHILADELPHIA Race #ONE
October 29, 2007
12:25 PM Eastern
(# 6) RUNITSAMONSTER - Drops into a claimer for the second time. Finished second in career debut and has tried tougher in a subsequent pair. Has speed, draws...
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SANTA ANITA Race #THREE
October 28, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) CATEGORIZE - Goes second off a layoff for the Mullins operation. Has proven back class, and very good stalking ability. Barn is great in the second tim...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TWO
October 28, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) DOWNTOWN LOVER - Ran well in last from an outside post last out. Made a four wide bid around the turn, got the lead in early stretch but could not hold...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
October 28, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) NEW YORK CITI - Makes her second lifetime start today for the Kim Laudati Jackson(Gary Contessa) barn. Trainer has another week left on his medication ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
October 28, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) GAME FACE - Excellent debut run at Churchill Downs on June 10. Stalked a very fast pace, moved with the winner, got her head in front, but was outkicke...
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MONMOUTH PARK Race #ELEVEN BREEDER'S CUP CLASSIC (G1)
October 27, 2007
5:35 PM Eastern
(# 1) LAWYER RON - Has put together one of the best seasons in recent years by any older runner. Has always had talent, and like any top animal he has reache...
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MONMOUTH PARK Race #SEVEN BREEDERS CUP SPRINT (G1)
October 27, 2007
2:35 PM Eastern
(# 2) MIDNIGHT LUTE - This lightly race colt by "Real Quiet" was awesome in winning the Forego (G1) at Saratoga and he accomplished it from just off the pace...
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MONMOUTH PARK RACE Race #NINE BREEDERS CUP DISTAFF (G1)
October 27, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(#4) GINGER PUNCH - Was caught a bit flat in last when finishing a close-up third in the Beldame (G1) at Belmont in last. Bid to the lead but never could cle...
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MONMOUTH PARK Race #SIX FILLY AND MARES BREEDERS CUP TURF (G1)
October 27, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(#4) PASSAGE OF TIME - Legendary trainer Henry Cecil sends this beautifully bred daughter of "Dansilli" here after a series of races against the best of the ...
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MONMOUTH PARK Race #FIVE JUVENILE BREEDERS CUP
October 27, 2007
1:10 PM Eastern
(#3) KODIAK COWBOY - Colt by fine young sire "Posse" is one of a pair in here from the top Steve Asmussen barn. This runner has been a good consistent perfor...
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MONMOUTH PARK Race #FOUR- JUVENILE FILLIES BREEDERS CUP (G1)
October 27, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(#4) INDIAN BLESSING - Bob Baffert trained filly has been ultra-impressive in her two starts to date. Broke her maiden at Saratoga on August 30, and the word...
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MONMOUTH PARK Race #TEN
October 26, 2007
5:35 PM Eastern
(# 1) DISCREET CAT - Former "Super" horse looks like he's ready to run his best today. Training sensationally for his second start back after the mid-east de...
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MONMOUTH PARK Race #NINE
October 26, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) ACHILL ISLAND - Import from the British Isles comes here with a top record in four starts. Son of top sire "Sadler's Wells" is trained by one of the wo...
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MONMOUTH PARK Race #EIGHT
October 26, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 1) MISS MACY SUE - Very fast mare had a troubled trip at the Spa. and was just not herself that particular day. If you discount that, she has five devasta...
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MONMOUTH PARK Race #SEVEN
October 26, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 3) LANTANA MOB - Colt from the Asmussen barn found the combination of the top field and the mile distance too much to overcome in the Champagne Stakes. He...
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MONMOUTH PARK Race #SIX
October 26, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 4) NAMASTE'S WISH - Mott filly has become a new and better animal since she was switched to the grass. Came from far back with a sweeping move on the turn...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
October 25, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 3) OH DEANNE O - Talented filly looks to keep it going as she has run four strong races in a row since switching to the turf. Only out of the top three fi...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
October 25, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 8) PUT BACK THE GOLD - Nice post draw for proven up-close style. Drew towards the inside in both starts at this distance at Belmont, and that made his job...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
October 25, 2007
3:20 PM Eastern
(# 11) CITY OF LIGHTS - Poor starts in both races to date have hurt her chances. Well bet in last when blinkers and Lasix were added. Draws a nice post for t...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
October 25, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) GOLDEN WEEKEND - Two excellent second-place finishes to begin his career. Well bet in both starts he finished second in last to a very highly thought o...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
October 24, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) GULCH FEVER - Very wide trip in last at Belmont. The conditioned claimers he faced in the last pair were tougher than this allowance field. If all go t...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #SEVEN
October 24, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 5) PAPUA - Drops to his lowest tag ever. Former stakes runner has slipped with advancing age. But is still dangerous against a field of $5000 platers.
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
October 24, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) S.S.BELLE - The best speed closest to the rail in here. Drops to a new claiming low, is working well over this surface, and two of her three wins are o...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
October 24, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 1a) DEBUSSY - Take note that for the next ten days Gary Contessa's horses will race in the name of assistant Kim Jackson as he serves a medication suspens...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TEN
October 23, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 5) VIENNA HILLS - Drops and switches surfaces for trainer Cathal Lynch. No speed to speak of, but the latest on the grass indicates a bit of a wake-up cal...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #SEVEN
October 23, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 1) WHISPERED WARNING - Speed closest to the rail and would assume that he'll be sent right to the top. Returns to the main track where all three of his wi...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOUR
October 23, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 2) MAZUKAMBA - The top two selections in here are coming out of the same race on Sept. 2. They have been on the shelf since, and both are in the hands of ...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #THREE
October 23, 2007
1:35 PM Eastern
(# 5) JEDOUM - Just broke his maiden in start number nine. Did so in handy fashion, and in previous race ran second to a good looking winner in "Ticket Home....
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FIVE
October 22, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 3) DOWNHILL DANCER - Drops back in distance after a pair of route tries for trainer Ned Allard. Good effort at this tag in last from a wide post (9) in a ...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FOUR
October 22, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 4) FINAL JET - Workouts are just too good to ignore. For a horse like this, a five-year-old, nine-time loser, the drills are outsanding. Has never run wit...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #THREE
October 22, 2007
1:35 PM Eastern
(# 3) ARAVALLI - Been away almost a whole year, and returns here in a very weak spot. Filly has a lot of back class and has been working well in California a...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #THREE
October 22, 2007
1:15 PM Eastern
(# 6) ONE CLASSY JO - Halves in value for trainer Cathal Lynch after showing good speed against better stock. Seven lb. apprentice retains the mount, and wou...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TEN
October 21, 2007
5:35 PM Eastern
(# 6) PRIME OBSESSION - All grass races are solid, but he may not have that killer instinct. Still, his races are too good to ignore, and he is a legitimate ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
October 21, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) CELINE - Draws the hedge and meets a less-than stellar group in second try at this condition and distance. No secret in her debut as she scored at 4-5 ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
October 21, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) SAILOR'S CAP - Fine speed shown in debut on the turf at six furlongs. Trainer (Toner) almost exclusively runs on the grass. This Team Valor colt by "Di...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
October 21, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) GRANNY FANNY - Goes first off the Bruce Levine claim and that alone is noteworthy. Trainer scores with 29% of his new acquisitions. Filly should be nea...
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SANTA ANITA Race #SEVEN
October 20, 2007
6:35 PM Eastern
(# 11) DEWEY'S SPECIAL - Total makeover today by trainer Ron Ellis. Ran evenly in his debut from a wide post. Trainer adds Lasix and blinkers today, and geld...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
October 20, 2007
5:15 PM Eastern
(# 6) NAUGHTY NEW YORKER - Track was off here yesterday, so I'll assume there will be some moisture in it for this race. This horse comes into this in absolu...
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SANTA ANITA Race #ONE
October 20, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) ORIENTATE SLEW - Logical selection and probable favorite. Ran second in both races to date, a sprint to begin his career and a stretch-out placing in a...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
October 20, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) BIG TRUCK - Draws the best post for the distance, and this son of "Hook and Ladder" has done nothing wrong in his two starts to date (both wins, one at...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
October 19, 2007
7:35 PM Eastern
(# 13) OUR PAPA JOE - Has had more than a month off since a failed try on the Bay Meadows turf. Ran well in several sprints at Hollywood and Del Mar, and he ...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
October 19, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) JUPITER'S STONE - Freshened up for almost two months by trainer Ron McAnally, this colt has run well in the majority of his grass races. Working well f...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
October 19, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) MATCHLESS ORINDA - Stretches out for Todd Pletcher off of a pair of sprints, the second of which was much better than the first. Set a very fast, conte...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
October 19, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) WISCONSIN GIRL - Stretches out for trainer Nick Zito after a troubled initial start here sprinting on Sept. 16. Trainer does well with second timers an...
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SANTA ANITA Race #ONE
October 18, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) FLYING HOME - Goes third off a freshening for trainer Carla Gaines. Has already run well over this surface in latest. Bet to favoritism in two starts s...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
October 18, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) RUSSIAN SAGE - Has the best turf race on view of any in here who have tried that surface. Draws a good attack post for supposed stalking tactics. Has b...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
October 18, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) FORT CARILLON - Pretty evenly-matched field on view. This filly fits well with this group and a repeat of any of her last five races will make her toug...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
October 18, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
( # 5) KAPER LAKE - Drops into a claimer, goes long to short, and makes his third start off a ten-month layoff. Looks well set up by trainer Dan Peitz, who i...
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SANTA ANITA Race #THREE
October 17, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) OCEANUS - Poor race sprinting "down the hill" in last. That was the first time off the Art Sherman claim, and he now sends former stakes runner back to...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TWO
October 17, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) POHWEROFVOODOO - Will never find an easier spot at this level to finally get her first win. Has faced some tough competitors along the way who have pro...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
October 17, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) BIG CITY SPORTS - Big improvement noted in last when son of "Carson City" sprinted on the turf. Was in the battle from the start from an outside post, ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
October 17, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) STALINGRAD - Excellent grass debut at the Spa. Was only beaten in the very last stride that day after being involved in the whole running. Very sharp d...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
October 17, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) SHE BELONGS TO US - Filly has run twice on the grass and they have produced good efforts. Showed some speed in both, and trainer Gary Contessa adds bli...
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TURF PARADISE Race #SEVEN
October 16, 2007
5:25 PM Eastern
(# 5) SCOFIELD HONOUR - Poor post in last(11) sprinting here cost him any shot at the win. Angled over on the turn and offered some late run finishing fourth...
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TURF PARADISE Race #SIX
October 16, 2007
4:55 PM Eastern
(# 2) MARKMEGOOD - Drops seeking that elusive first victory. Comes in here fresh, has plenty of speed, and his AM work all point toward a top try.
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FIVE
October 16, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
( # 4) STRIKE AT WILL - Hasn't run since late in the Oaklawn meet in mid-April. Working well for the return, he comes back at the lowest level he has ever ra...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #THREE
October 16, 2007
1:35 PM Eastern
(# 6) OUR LUCILLE - Ran second despite a poor start in latest. Lightly-raced filly chased a runaway winner all the way around and stayed on well to get the p...
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TURF PARADISE Race #SEVEN
October 15, 2007
5:25 PM Eastern
(# 9) SLEWIE CREOLE - Comes from Bay Meadows where she was well bet in last pair. Was in a position to win, but finished evenly in both. Nice drill here on O...
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TURF PARADISE Race #FOUR
October 15, 2007
3:55 PM Eastern
(# 4) HEAVEN'S GOLD - Easiest kind of win at Arapaho Park in only start. Word was out as filly went off at 3-5. Sold privately since that race, she goes firs...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #SIX
October 15, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) POPULIST - Improvement shown in start one to two for the Mike Trombetta barn. Trainer is deadly on the stretch out (41%), and filly should be prominent...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOUR
October 15, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 3) ALL AMERICAN MIZ - Speedball has been well traveled this year with starts at five different tracks. Last time she was in a starter allowance, she won h...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TEN
October 14, 2007
8:15 PM Eastern
(# 6) LOWER THE RATE - well bet in initial pair at Hollywood and Del Mar against much better. Showed good speed in both for trainer Brian Koriner. Drops in h...
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SANTA ANITA Race #THREE
October 14, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) FALLEN LEAF - Last was a good effort over the Fairplex main track. Had a wide draw, raced up-close to a legitimate pace and finished well to wind up th...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
October 14, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) SEW SLIPPERY - Filly has been well bet since day one and has also attracted top riders - a sure sign that some talent is present. Last on the turf at t...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
October 14, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) STORMY WINTER - All three efforts on her resume are good. Latest off a seven-week layoff was very good at this track. Winner that day has come back to ...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TEN
October 13, 2007
8:05 PM Eastern
(# 10) GRAND YULE - Big debut effort at Fairplex in a four-furlong sprint. Bet down to 6-5 he broke well, set a fast pace and just failed to last. Two nice w...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
October 13, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) LOVE ABROAD - Strange run in last, as I thought he was all over the racetrack. Winner of that heat is a quality runner, and this gelding should run bet...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
October 13, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) JOPPA FLATS - Continues to run too good to lose. Has run second in his last five, several to some talented individuals. Distance is fine, and pair of s...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
October 13, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) TENACIOUS STAR - Has been on the sidelines for two months for trainer Richard Dutrow. Last time that scenario occurred he broke his maiden by 3 1/2 len...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
October 12, 2007
7:35 PM Eastern
(# 13) DOWNTOWN LOVER - Good price play in a wide open affair. Filly is lightly raced, having only a pair of starts at two last season and two runs this year...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
October 12, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) SOUTH AFRICAN BABY - Goes third off a layoff and drops back to a sprint for trainer Bill Spawr. Is in good racing condition and faces some lightly-race...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
October 12, 2007
4:40 PM Eastern
(# 9) Lady Marlboro - Goes turf to dirt and has a good effort in her only race at this distance over this surface last May. In fact she stayed on well to fin...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
October 12, 2007
4:05 PM Eastern
(# 2) CAMMY'S CHOICE - Big speed closest to the rail, and she goes third off a layoff. Has moved forward since returning from a two-month rest and a barn swi...
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SANTA ANITA Race #SIX
October 11, 2007
6:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) SET FOR COMBAT - Comes back off a two-month freshening for trainer Bruce Headley. Ran second in his last pair at Del Mar for this price. Has some speed...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
October 11, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) ALWAYS ALBERT - Nice run in last, his second start of the year. Sharp third-place finish at seven furlongs which saw next out winner "I'm a Numbers Guy...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
October 11, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 10) DESAFINADO - Needs a scratch to compete, but, if allowed she should run well in this largely inexperienced field. Blinkers go on for trainer Todd Plet...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
October 11, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) ALL EXPENSES PAID - Drops into a claimer again, and makes his second start for trainer Gary Contessa. Ran second at Calder, just missing in only other ...
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KENELAND Race #SIx
October 10, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 6) NOON DAY - One of a pair from trainer George "Rusty" Arnold, and they will race uncoupled. Good debut run at Arlington Park saw her get up late for sec...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #SIX
October 10, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) SLADE - Claimed out of his last by Tim Ritchey, and he looks like he got him at the right time. Lightly raced this season, he easily won his last when ...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOURTH
October 10, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 1) BULLET PROFF MAN - Goes off a two-month rest for trainer Anthony Pecoraro. Showed good front-end ability at Calder earlier this season, and presume he'...
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KEENELAND Race #ON
October 10, 2007
1:15 PM Eastern
(# 4) MR. CHAMP - Drops into a claimer for the first time and cuts back in distance for the occasion. $210,000 son of "Mr. Greeley" is in for $30K today. Mot...
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MEADOWLANDS Race #EIGHT
October 9, 2007
3:55 PM Eastern
(#'s 1 and 1A) KROMIUM KOP and TANGANYIKA - We'll take either one of these Todd Pletcher runners as our selection. Both have run well on the grass, with "Kro...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #SEVEN
October 9, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 4) MAGICAL GEM - Capable of a really big race now and then. Best ever was two back, and last out tried a very tough restricted stakes. Has speed and is in...
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MEADOWLANDS Race #SIX
October 9, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 6) ELIZABUL - Productive runner was claimed out of his last by Jason Servis. New trainer is an incredible 44% first off the claim. Gelding enters this in ...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOURTH
October 9, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 6) ICOULDWRITEABOOK - Chased a wire-to-wire winner in last and continued gamely to finish second. Has a win and two second-place finishes since trainer Ti...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TEN
October 8, 2007
5:40 PM Eastern
(# 7) FANFIRE - Excellent debut run in a well-bet situation on Sept. 9 just missing to a runner with much more racing savvy. Sent back to trainer Dickinson's...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
October 8, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 9) CALL TRANSFER - Good initial effort after coming here from Lone Star Park in Texas. Ran a fine second from a tough outside post at Fairplex's bull ring...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
October 8, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 9) IN P.A.'S HONOUR - Probable favorite ran very well in his only appearance, losing by a bit more than a length on Sept. 12. Working well since for train...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
October 8, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) LET'S FLY AWAY - Improving filly moves back to the dirt after a troubled trip in last sprinting on the Belmont turf. Despite the problems she still ran...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
October 7, 2007
5:05 PM Eastern
(# 7) MIDNIGHT EXCESS - Very nice debut effort at Del Mar on Sep. 5. Broke from the rail in a large field (11), made a big middle move, got the lead in mid-s...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
October 7, 2007
4:40 PM Eastern
(# 2) GULCH FEVER - Nice spotting by leading trainer Gary Contessa as runner goes third off a layoff after facing open claimers in last at the Meadowlands. I...
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SANTA ANITA Race #THREE
October 7, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) COLONEL JOHN - Probable favorite, ran a great race in debut at Del Mar from the No. 12 post, surviving a bumping incident to just miss. Son of "Tiznow"...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
October 7, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) DARJEELING - Quite a turnaround for this daughter of "Cat Thief" in last start. In first attempt for trainer Jimmy Toner after a switch to his barn, sh...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TEN
October 6, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) BACK TO MANDALAY - All of colt's grass races are good. Ran very well from an outside post in last at Saratoga. Very strong finisher, would like some pa...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TWO
October 6, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) SEVEN NATION ARMY - Consistent as they come and he likes the distance and at this stage the claiming price is right. Post and the new surface her are i...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
October 6, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) TREASURE MOUNTAIN - May be the quickest of the group out of the gate and that could translate into a victory. Last was a very positive effort as he sho...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
October 6, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 9) GONE PROSPECTING - Appears well set up and well spotted by trainer Carlos Martin for this stretch out in distance to a mile. Good placings in last thre...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
October 5, 2007
7:35 PM Eastern
(# 6) INTIMATE TALES - Claimed by Frank Monteleone last out, and barn is batting 20% first off the buy. Taken from a top barn in Ed Moger, she has run well i...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
October 5, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) VIM N VIGOR - Tough luck second-place finish dropping to this level for the first time on Sept. 9. Leveled off nicely leaving the far turn to gain a te...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
October 5, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) MY INTO WISHIN - Makes first start in a claimer in her main track debut. Showed good speed over tougher on grass, and looms the controlling speed break...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
October 5, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) EXECUTIVE FLEET - Showed improved speed returning to dirt on Sept. 11 over a sloppy track against better at the Meadowlands. Returns to Belmont and dro...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
October 4, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) OPTIMISTIC STEVE - Catches a complete makeover today. Gets a trainer change to Badgett, drops in class, turns back to one turn, gets a rider switch to ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
October 4, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) FLY SO FAR - Made up significant ground over a moisture-laden Philly Park track on Sept. 11 off a layoff. He did well to finish second behind an impres...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
October 4, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) REVERSIBLE ERROR - Showed surprising early speed to chase a very fast pace in her second career start - a telltale sign of improving form. She held wel...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
October 4, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(#1) KATS GOLDEN WAYS - Nearly overcame a pedestrian pace on Sept. 12 switching back to Belmont Park off a five-week freshening. Rallied strong into the stre...
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BELMONT Race #Nine
October 3, 2007
5:10 PM Eastern
(# 4) SPEAKING OUT - Showed much improved speed adding blinkers and dropping to this level for the first time at Saratoga on August 4. She held extremely wel...
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BELMONT Race #Eight
October 3, 2007
4:40 PM Eastern
(# 5) THRU N' THRU - Simply whistled in her turf debut at Del Mar for Baffert. She literally gave no one a chance that day, gaining a daylight lead at once a...
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BELMONT PARK Race #Seven
October 3, 2007
4:05 PM Eastern
(# 7) ALRIGHT NOW - Returned from a prolonged absence at Saratoga this summer, and was immediately saddled with a tough task off the shelf. He drew an outsid...
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BELMONT Race #One
October 3, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) INDIAN HAWK - Makes first start off the Dutrow claim, always a dangerous angle. Freshened up with a series of good works. Can sit a good stalking trip ...
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MEADOWLANDS RACE TRACK Race #EIGHT
October 2, 2007
3:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) DISCREET CHARMER - Tough race on view, but a good betting affair. Gelding ran evenly in his last pair at Delaware, but not all horses like that course....
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DELAWARE PARK Race #EIGHT
October 2, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) DEAN'S LIST - Ships from Belmont for her first race ever at Delaware. Has raced against tougher and is in fine racing shape. Close-up style fits the pr...
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MEADOWLANDS RACE TRACK Race #FIVE
October 2, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 6) YES IT'S ME - There's not a lot of speed signed up here so would expect this filly to try and outfoot them early. Goes for three in a row and doubles i...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FOUR
October 2, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 4) STAG DANCER - Ships down from Belmont Park for trainer Anthony Dutrow. Has been facing much tougher all season, and she drops well below the claimed pr...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #NINE
October 1, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) NORTHBOUND EXPRESS - Came back an improved runner off three-month layoff. Dropped in class on the return, she has run second in all three of her races ...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #FOUR
October 1, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 6) AFRICA MIA - Drops into a claimer for the first time and also switches surfaces. Good speed in all since the return from five-month freshening. Wins on...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOUR
October 1, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 3) NO EXPOSURE - Almost all in here are trying a distance for the first time. Filly has a hint of speed, and trainer Capuano is 39% on the stretch out mov...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #THREE
October 1, 2007
1:35 PM Eastern
(# 3) LIGHTS ON ANGEL - Being sent long today off a sprint prep by trainer Michael Petro. That maneuver is a 26% for the barn. Filly broke her maiden last se...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TEN
September 30, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) LAWYER RON - Hard to go against in his present form. Race starts on the clubhouse turn so he'll need to avoid being floated wide. This field will force...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
September 30, 2007
3:35 PM Eastern
(# 11) READY TO DREAM - Speed shown in well-bet initial race at Saratoga on August 13. Has been given six weeks in between starts by trainer George Weaver. T...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #FIVE
September 30, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 2) MAX IS LOOSE - The best speed and an excellent post to use it. All four of his grass appearances are good. Blinkers go on in here and they should help ...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #TWO
September 30, 2007
1:15 PM Eastern
(# 8) BLUSHIN' FAX - Showed speed in debut run against better from an outside post. Working well for this second attempt and drops in class for the distance ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TEN
September 29, 2007
5:40 PM Eastern
(# 4) IN THE SPOTLIGHT - Thought that he moved prematurely in last. Jockey had a lot of horse, but maybe should have waited a bit before sweeping to the lead...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
September 29, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) WAIT A WHILE - Couldn't possibly have been more impressive than she was in her victory last out at Saratoga. Swept to the lead with a devastating burst...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
September 29, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) I'M A NUMBERS GUY - Appears to be ready in his third start back off a freshening to show what he has. Last at the Spa. was good, his first in blinkers,...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
September 29, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) THE LEOPARD - Cost $2,500,000 earlier this year. Very impressive maiden win two back when he waited until the last second before getting up in the last...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #NINE
September 28, 2007
6:20 PM Eastern
(# 7) TRICKY TUCK - Goes third off a layoff after having been away almost a year. Has speed and is positioned outside of the other visible pace. Advantage to...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #SEVEN
September 28, 2007
5:25 PM Eastern
(# 7) COASTAL EMPIRE - Four-year-old has been running well on both turf and dirt. Returns to the main track today after a trio of grass sprints. Has a record...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
September 28, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) DESAFINADO - Showed some run in debut race on Spa. infield. Tried dirt in latest, but a stumble at the start cost her any chance. Back to the grass for...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
September 28, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) STAID - Finally moves off the inside where she's been for the last three. Think that the posts dictated their strategy. Has speed and can stalk today b...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #NINE
September 27, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 1) SWING WITH STARS - Draws the all important rail in this maiden event. Every runner in this race is trying a two-turn distance for the first time. Sprin...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
September 27, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) SUGARLESS - Claimed out of a good race at Saratoga by Ralph D'Alessandro, she makes her first start since that buy on august 24. She's four for seven a...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #THREE
September 27, 2007
1:40 PM Eastern
(# 3) GOLDEN LIPS - Sprinted in last, her first start in four months. Ran well,and continues to work very fast. Heavily bet early in her career when in the C...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
September 27, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) FROZEN PROSPECT - Showed good speed in last at the Spa. when last seen on July 29. Winner that day, "Sophie's Salad" has some talent. Freshened up sinc...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
September 26, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) CITY SPIRIT - Nice speed shown in first on the grass. Filly has been bet well in all three starts, and has improved her figure each time. Weak field he...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
September 26, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) YOUBETHECAN - Improving, and appears to be racing into shape for Wally Dollase. Sprinted, sent long on dirt, then turfed. Drops today and returns to di...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
September 26, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) MANITOWISH WATERS - Poor post in his first at Saratoga going twob turns, but still stayed on well. Much better effort when inside in next, finishing se...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
September 26, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) FAVORITE SWEEP - Race is jam packed with cheap speed if all participate. Veteran war-horse was claimed two back by the Contessa barn, and he ran a nice...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #NINE
September 25, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) BROKEN ROMANCE - Makes her third start off a layoff for trainer Cam Gambolati. Showed talent and ability last winter at Gulfstream Park. Sent to the si...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FIVE
September 25, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) CATOCTIN CREEK - Drops to lowest level ever in a second off the layoff situation. Has speed, or can stalk. Draws the inside, and has the best numbers. ...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOURTH
September 25, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 7) SMOKIN GIRL - Could be the fastest in here. Claimed by top trainer Steve Klesaris last out, he drops her in half off the buy. If she can win and she's ...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TWO
September 25, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) THERMOSTATIC - Consistent as they come. Professional turf mare fits this group well. Enough dirt-speed types signed on so that the pace may be false, a...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #EIGHT
September 24, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 12) EURYDICE - All turf races are good. Likes this course and the distance is fine. Needs to work out a trip from this poor post draw. Has positional spee...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #SEVEN
September 24, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) HOLD'EM OR FOLD'EM - Makes his first start in two months. Has some speed and has never appeared in a claimer before. Working well for his return, he ma...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #SIX
September 24, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) SNEAKY BUNNIE - Last was her first sprinting since last year. Has been competing at longer distances and against better horses and also running on gras...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FIVE
September 24, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) PROUD KENTUCKIAN - Excellent debut finishing second to a runaway winner on Sept. 11. Trainer Jones adds Lasix for start two, a 26% move for the barn. S...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #SEVEN
September 23, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) HANA HIGHWAY - Former classier runner is nearing his top form. Has dangerous speed and expect him to go right to the front. Has excellent post, and may...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
September 23, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(#'s 1 and 1A) DRESSED TO WIN and LADY RIZZI - We like "Dressed to Win" more than "Lady Rizzi," but there's a good possibility that both will compete. If "La...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
September 23, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) OEDIPUS O'NEAL - Best race of his last five came at this track at the same distance and condition that he faces today. Just missed by a head after sett...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #THREE
September 23, 2007
1:40 PM Eastern
(# 3) RUTHLESS REBECCA - This group of fillies just raced against each other recently. This mare ran her best race in some time, battling for the lead all th...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #TEN
September 22, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) SOLDIER'S DANCER - Reliable stakes horse has knocked heads with the best three-year-olds that run on the grass all season. No speed to speak of, but he...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
September 22, 2007
3:35 PM Eastern
(# 4) WISHFUL TOMCAT - Pair of good tries at the Spa. for trainer Gary Contessa. Fine speed on display in both, and ran well in first despite traffic problem...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
September 22, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 8) PRIME OBSESSION - Improved figures in last two with blinkers. Trouble in the first, victimized by a speed favoring track and a wire-to-wire longshot wi...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
September 22, 2007
2:35 PM Eastern
(# 10) JEUX DE DANSE - Wide post at Saratoga two-turning, and she still almost won. Wide post at a mile at Belmont is the place to be for the one-turn mile. ...
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BELMONT Race #Nine
September 21, 2007
5:10 PM Eastern
(# 1 and #1A GULLIBLE GAL, La Ransom) - Should improve in her turf debut. Bred to handle it. No.1a LA RANSOM is the part of the entry I prefer off her solid ...
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BELMONT Race #Eight
September 21, 2007
4:40 PM Eastern
(# 2) IMPRESSIONISM - Good efforts last two starts off a layoff. Raced wide both times while showing improved early speed. Trainer won a race Thursday.
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BELMONT Race #Seven
September 21, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 2) JUROR (Best Bet) - Huge effort scoring in US debut off a layoff. Overcame trouble to blow by field as if they were tied to a pole. Added distance, insi...
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BELMONT Race #Five
September 21, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 7) CASH McCOOL - Makes first start for new connections off a private purchase. Well spotted shipping up from Calder. Tactical speed to sit a good trip. Ge...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
September 20, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #NINE
September 20, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 7) PEACHY KISS - Drops and goes turf to dirt for trainer Gleaves. Filly ran against much tougher in all grass races. Needs to transfer the form to dirt. B...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #EIGHT
September 20, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) LIQUER - Blinkers go on colt making his second start off a two-month layoff. Has shown good speed in most starts, and should offer up his best in the f...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
September 20, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) LIBOR RATE - Good debut run sprinting on the grass at the Spa. Fine second-place finish for Contessa filly, fighting all the way from start to finish. ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
September 19, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) NINTH OF JULY - Makes her first try at a distance today after sprinting her entire career. Forced about eight wide approaching the stretch in last, she...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
September 19, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) FANCY FUSAICHI - Just missed two back at this track, surface and distance. Lost by a neck in fine time. Poor journey in last at the Spa. at 5.5 furlong...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FIVE
September 19, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) SILVER RANSOM - Has run several good races without threatening for the win. Filly was taken to Saratoga by Sheppard, so they may think that she has som...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
September 19, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) BEDSIDE STORY - Quick runner will probably be sent hard and try and beat the #3 filly in the first quarter mile. Capable of extended pace battles, she'...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TEN
September 18, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 7) CHISELED VISION - Son of "Vision and Verse" comes back off a two-month layoff at his lowest price ever. Has run well against better, and it looks like ...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #EIGHT
September 18, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) DOUBLE KEY - Has some high speed and good post to use it. Bruce Levine colt ran well first over this surface, tiring late to run second to a more exper...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #EIGHT
September 18, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
( #'s 1 and 1a) Double Down Dixie and Sar. Smiler - We'll take either half, preferably both, of this powerful Tony Dutrow entry as our top pick. Both fillies...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #THREE
September 18, 2007
1:35 PM Eastern
(# 4) MAUI'S PAGER - Makes her second run off a four-month layoff. Flashed some speed in the return, and trainer drops her in class for this. Should hang on ...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #NINE
September 17, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) LITTLE SMILES - Logical selection and probable favorite, ran second in last start at this level and distance. Outside posts in first pair hindered his ...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #SEVEN
September 17, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 6) OCALA GATOR - Stretches out off of two sprints to try a distance for the first time. Trainer Gary Capuano is great at this particular move (42% over th...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #FIVE
September 17, 2007
2:35 PM Eastern
(# 6) NOVO SECRETO - Poor starting gate habits have cost this colt in 3 of 4. Started his career at a higher level, and his two tries at this price have been...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOUR
September 17, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 3) BALD ISLAND - Blinkers go on son of Thunder Gulch who ran third last out in first race in two months. Showed speed that day and the addition of the equ...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #EIGHT
September 16, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) PUBLIC OPINION - Looks like the main speed in a poor field. Has been up and on the pace against better, and the drop in class today may do it for him. ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
September 16, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) OVERANDABEAUTY - Good debut run at Saratoga chasing a very fast pace and an eventual wire-to-wire winner on August 16. Very sharp work on the Spa. trai...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #FIVE
September 16, 2007
2:35 PM Eastern
(# 11) Paula's Pilates - Filly has been competitive for most of this season against a bit better competition. Gets a bit of class relief here as trainer Norm...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
September 16, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) ELUSIVE MELODY - Wally Dollase-trained filly cost $450,000 as a yearling. Had been gingerly handled by a good trainer. Ran a good second on a real dirt...
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CALDER Race #EIGHT
September 15, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) ANGLISH - Looks to be the best in here. Has shown speed and some fighting spirit in all starts. Outside post should aid his speed, and he has a nice wo...
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BELMONT Race #SIX
September 15, 2007
3:35 PM Eastern
(# 3) PROUD SPELL - One of two from trainer Larry Jones and they will race uncoupled. Both their riders make the trek from Delaware Park to try there luck he...
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BELMONT Race #THREE
September 15, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) BLUE SKY GOD - Lightly-raced colt makes his third start off a five-month layoff. Godolphin Stable had a great Saratoga meet, and this runner ran well t...
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BELMONT Race #TWO
September 15, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) DEVEREUX - Excellent try after breaking a step slow in debut. Made a run to get involved with a speed duel and tired a bit late to finish third. Winner...
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ARLINGTON Race #FOUR
September 14, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 4) LITTLE BOOT - Has shown a fondess for the Polytrack surface since switching over to it. Makes 1st start for Stidham who is excellent off the claim.
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
September 14, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) SOPHIE'S SPLINTER - Good debut at Saratoga from a poor post going two-turns. Took some sneaky money and ran well despite being wide the entire trip. Ex...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
September 14, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) DOUBLE DINGHY DAY - Impressive win at Saratoga going a 1/16 of a mile farther than she runs here. Has a good tactical gear, and has the all-important h...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
September 14, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) BLAIRSTOWN - Daughter of "Chief Seattle" showed good speed in debut on Saratoga turf. Stayed on well to mid-stretch before tiring late. Good drill on t...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
September 13, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) STRIKING RIZZI - Has become a new horse since moving to the grass. First pair against winners were fine, and last came from a poor post(12) going two t...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #EIGHT
September 13, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) FORET - Very speedy filly comes here from Chicago, where she may have not cared for Polytrack. Stakes placed twice at Tampa this past winter, she can b...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #SIX
September 13, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 5) KEYSTONE POINT - Last sprint on dirt produced a race that would probably win this. Racing on turf going longer and against better in last. Excellent sh...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
September 13, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 10) EL MEDWAR - Trouble in three of the last four. Other start he drew inside. Beaten by the second selection in last, he draws the best post today. Has b...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #NINE
September 12, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) CRACKLING - Speedster drops down in claiming price for this event. Resides in the Lake barn, and they have done very well of late. Draws the shortest r...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
September 12, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) SEEKING NO MORE - Goes turf to dirt, shortens up in distance and moves into a claimer for the first time. Freshened up by Mike Hushion he may just be b...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOURTH
September 12, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 1) BOBBY D. - Usual group of runners signed on here for this $5000 non-winners of two lifetime. "Bobby" is in shape and has drawn poor slots in his last p...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
September 12, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(#'s 1 and 1A) Raven H. and Danzaway - We prefer No. 1 "Raven H," and if he goes he will be today's Best Bet. The other runner is adequate, but not as good, ...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #NINE
September 11, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 4) PASTA - Runs second off the layoff for trainer Lake. Just missed in his return, and a duplicate effort may be enough.
(# 3) Fleeting Light - Anothe...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #SEVEN
September 11, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 6) PEPPER SPRAY - Has strong finishing power and is in fine shape right now. First try against winners came from a poor post. Questionable pace scenario f...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #SIX
September 11, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 7) MARCO GROOM - Veteran makes her second start for the Scott Lake barn. Has met and defeated better as recently as January. Last at Saratoga showed a bit...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #THREE
September 11, 2007
1:35 PM Eastern
(# 2) IDONTKNOW MAYBE - Trainer Michael Trombetta is very strong with second time runners (31%). Ramon Dominguez is named and combination is clicking at 30% ...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #EIGHT
September 10, 2007
4:35 PM Eastern
(# 3) EL BANDIDO ROJO - The best early speed and the best figures. Claimed last out by Steve Dimauro, colt has a pair of big works since the buy in early Aug...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #FIVE
September 10, 2007
2:35 PM Eastern
(# 11) JAMAICAN GIRL - Showed speed in two races against straight maidens before trying a restricted stakes in last. Daughter of Concorde's Tune drops way do...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOUR
September 10, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 2) ICOULDWRITEABOOK - Recent claim by Timothy Hooper from Mike Catalano. Broke her maiden here on June 11, and raced against better until dropped in last ...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #THREE
September 10, 2007
1:35 PM Eastern
(# 1) DOC'S REDEMPTION - Dominguez takes over the reins for runner who has finished second at this level and condition in last two. Two outside posts made fo...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #ELEVEN
September 9, 2007
5:15 PM Eastern
(# 2) SWARM CAT - Goes third off the layoff. Has speed and blinkers go on today. Pace nearest the rail he ran a good second-place finish the only time he tri...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
September 9, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 4) COPY THAT - Good tries at the Spa despite drawing poorly in both (10 & 12 posts). No bad draw today and he should have no excuses for not running well ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
September 9, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) TOO MUCH ZIP - Ran well last out, but was surprised by a wire-to-wire longshot winner who 'beat the gate" from an outside post. Fits squarely in this f...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
September 9, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
( # 1 and 1A) TRIPLETHEPLEASURE AND TSURIS - We think that either half of this Gary Contessa trained entry can win this race. Would be nice to have both work...
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BELMONT Race #TEN
September 8, 2007
5:40 PM Eastern
(# 1) ONE GOOD MAN - Tough race on view with many possibilities. Liked this gelding two back at Saratoga, but a wide trip did him in. Same thing happened in ...
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FAIRPLEX EACE COURSE Race #SIX
September 8, 2007
5:35 PM Eastern
(# 6) PUFFBALL - She goes from turf to dirt, and a bit longer in distance. She has had tardy starts a couple of times costing her dearly. When she breaks cle...
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BELMONT Race #SIX
September 8, 2007
3:35 PM Eastern
(# 8) DEFREREOFTHEHEART - Talented colt draws a good slot at this distance for use of his fine speed/stalking tactics. Patiently handled by trainer Kiaran Mc...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOUR
September 8, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 7) APACHE ROAD - $180,000 son of "Carson city" showed some promise in three races during his two-year-old season. Only poor performance was an appearance ...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #SIX
September 7, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 10) IRISH COVE - Broke slowly from an inside post in a large field at 5.5 furlongs on August 4. Trainer Plesa adds blinkers and sends runner into a claime...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
September 7, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 7 ) GOLD AND ROSES - Unless he suffers some a very bad day, or has a gate mishap, this race looks to be his to lose. Little speed signed on, and that is h...
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CALDER RACE COURSE Race #TWO
September 7, 2007
3:20 PM Eastern
(# 4) REGAL GLORY - Close-up style is a plus, as his her current form. Has traded decisions with the second pick recently, and they may fight it out once aga...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
September 7, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) MORAL COMPASS - Fine debut speed shown against Maimonides on August 6 at Saratoga. Tired down the lane, but the speed shown was a big plus. Has had a m...
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CALDER Race #NINE
September 6, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 6) YES IT'S TIME - Freshened-up since coming back from Monmouth. He ran well showing speed in two races up north. He has run well over this surface, and h...
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ARLINGTON PARK Race #FOUR
September 6, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 9) RABBONI - Good speed shown in bow by the Wayne Catalano trainee. Debuted against slightly better and drops $10,000 in price today. Big works on August ...
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CALDER Race #FIVE
September 6, 2007
2:35 PM Eastern
(# 5)SWEEPING SILK - Gelding has a very quick first gear, and it doesn't look like anyone can prevent him from taking the lead. Drops down in class for this ...
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CALDER Race #THREE
September 6, 2007
1:40 PM Eastern
(# 4) COSMO - Former classier runner has done well with the drop to the $5000 level. Consistent horse is in a race filled with very inconsistent performers. ...
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ARLINGTON PARK Race #SEVEN
September 5, 2007
5:20 PM Eastern
(# 6) PROSICO - Fresh runner from the Dale Bennett barn brings what I think is the best early speed to this five-furlong dash on grass. Only turf try to this...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #SEVEN
September 5, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 5) ELECTRICAL CARLITA - Tough old mare isn't as good as she once was, but she can still flaunt some big speed. Is coming off a slight rest, and she has al...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FIVE
September 5, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 9) JOE'S PLUM - Two-year-olds are all trying a distance, and most are going on the turf for the first time. This filly by Proud Citizen has been in steady...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #TWO
September 5, 2007
1:10 PM Eastern
(# 1) CHARMING IMAGE - In great shape at the present time. Has faced better over the past year, and after dropping in value to get his form back he is raised...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #SEVEN
September 4, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 1) RISK ASSESSMENT - Filly by Came Home has flashed very good speed in both her races here at Delaware. Owns the rail, can either gun for the top or wait ...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOUR
September 4, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 8) TALKYN ROBIN - She has 14 starts under her belt, with only two exacta finishes. Draws a good post for use of her speed/stalking tactics. Hasn't raced i...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FIVE
September 4, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) LOVE THEM BLUES - May be able to out foot them off the big drop in class. Two turf sprints should have him fit for the return to the dirt. Raced well, ...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #TWO
September 4, 2007
1:10 PM Eastern
(# 9) CARSON CAMP - Logical pick and favorite. Comes here from Saratoga where he was claimed in late July by trainer Tony Dutrow. Has speed and stalking abil...
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
September 3, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 2) GLOBALIZATION - Heavily bet in first pair, he's shown better dirt speed than anyone entered. He stretches-out to two turns, and moves to the grass for ...
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SARATOGA Race #FOUR
September 3, 2007
2:35 PM Eastern
(# 9) TEMECULA CREEK - Talented, lightly raced and in the hands of one of the best (Frankel). Goes second here this season and he broke his maiden here in on...
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SARATOGA Race #THREE
September 3, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 9) OUR WONDER CAT - Linda Rice barn has had a fantastic meet, especially in turf sprints. Back onto his better surface after trying dirt in latest, he may...
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SARATOGA Race #TWO
September 3, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) JOVANNA - Entered one other time but she didn't scratch in. Works are excellent and trainer Dick Dutrow is one of the best at getting them ready to win...
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DEL MAR Race #THREE
September 2, 2007
6:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) PRIMERICA - Fits this group really well. Fields most prolific winner (8), this is the lowest price he has ever raced. Hasn't run since early May, but h...
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SARATOGA Race #NINE
September 2, 2007
5:15 PM Eastern
(# 7) DISTORTED REALITY - Winner of last, Nobiz Like Showbiz returned to win the $500,000 Kent stakes at Delaware Park yesterday. This colt had the position ...
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
September 2, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 7) WHO FU - Filly looks well set up for a speed try off the 1 1/8 mile dirt race. Stayed on well in that race, and this may have been their intended targe...
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SARATOGA Race #TWO
September 2, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) GOOD LAW - Firster from the Dick Dutrow barn looks well prepared for the initial run. Several quick gate works indicate colt has speed, and I'm sure he...
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SARATOGA Race #ELEVEN
September 1, 2007
6:20 PM Eastern
(# 7) EQUITABLE - Looms as the horse to beat for the red-hot Mott barn. Probable favorite, could have escaped this maiden condition by now, if not for a wide...
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SARATOGA Race #TEN
September 1, 2007
5:45 PM Eastern
(# 1) LAWYER RON - He will be near impossible to beat with anything near a repeat of his last race. Awesome display of speed and talent from a poor post, and...
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SARATOGA Race #SEVEN
September 1, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 2) CHASING THE CROWN - Repeat of last would make him awfully tough to beat in here. Had a poor post, was up on the lead the whole race while wide, and sta...
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SARATOGA Race #TWO
September 1, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(#'s 1 and 1A) PICK OFF AND WEB GEM - Both of these runners debuted in early August. Both are by Fusaichi Pegasus. Decent tries in their first runs. They hav...
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SARATOGA Race #SEVEN
August 31, 2007
5:55 PM Eastern
(# 9) STORM DIXIE - Very poor journey in last, as she was hung in the 5-6 paths after breaking from post 11. This is her third off the layoff, and with a bet...
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SARATOGA Race #SIX
August 31, 2007
5:25 PM Eastern
(# 8) BOSTON CAT - Favored in her debut here sprinting on July 30th, she had a very bad time of it at the start. To her credit she ran on well to only get be...
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SARATOGA Race #TWO
August 31, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 1) ONE LITTLE SECRET - Experience and speed edge go to this gelding. Homebred by top sire Catienus, is owned by Ken and Sarah Ramsay, who race many of the...
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SARATOGA Race #ONE
August 31, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 1A) WHAT'S YOUR POINT - In fine shape at present, and makes her first start for trainer Gary Contessa. Veteran mare has fired off two wins at this meet fo...
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DEL MAR Race #THREE
August 30, 2007
6:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) SIBERZAR - Maiden gelding has run his two best figures ever since the Sherman claim a couple of races back. He made strong moves while wide in both of ...
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SARATOGA Race #NINE
August 30, 2007
5:10 PM Eastern
(# 6) SEW SLIPPERY - Nice works before the debut run, and daughter of Freud attracted Johnny V., and received her share of support at the betting windows. Ha...
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
August 30, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 6) ASHIKI - New York-bred juvenile began her career in the top barn of W. Bret Calhoun at Lone Star Park. Daughter of the fine sprinter Intidab debuted in...
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SARATOGA Race #ONE
August 30, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) DELTA PARK - Nice second-place finish in start number two of 2007. Impressive races as a juvenile last season, including a fourth to Mott Stakes horse ...
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DEL MAR Race #FIVE
August 29, 2007
7:05 PM Eastern
(# 3) AWESOME BROAD - Will not find an easier spot to finally get the job done. Has faced much better right along and would have escaped this condition in la...
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DEL MAR Race #FOUR
August 29, 2007
6:30 PM Eastern
(# 12) OUR PAPA JOE - Poor effort when sent two-turns in latest. Gelding had been making excellent progress to that point, and maybe he just likes making one...
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
August 29, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 3) MULLIGATAWNY - All-systems- look like a go in this third start off a layoff for this Reynold's trained miss. Has talent and speed, and the drop into th...
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SARATOGA Race #FOUR
August 29, 2007
2:35 PM Eastern
(# 8) ADRIANO - Excellent debut run over this course and distance on August 3rd. Lasix is added to beautifully-bred colt by A.P.Indy, and he looks like the h...
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SARATOGA Race #NINE
August 27, 2007
5:10 PM Eastern
(# 5) CUABA - Nice win over the surface, with a fine figure earned in first off a seven-week freshening. Two excellent works for the Mott barn since the win ...
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SARATOGA Race #SEVEN
August 27, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) Royal Spaulding - She cuts back in distance to 5.5 furlongs for this race. Has run two big races at six furlongs on the Belmont weeds. Needs to avoid t...
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SARATOGA Race #SIX
August 27, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) RIZZI'S TWIST - Last was her best ever, and trainer Bruce Levine, who is having a slow meet, adds blinkers to her equipment. Will probably be about 3-5...
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
August 27, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) MERRIWEATHER JESSICA - Trainer Michael McDonald has had a rough go of it in his first year at this historic meeting. South-Florida regular has failed t...
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DEL MAR Race #EIGHT
August 26, 2007
8:30 PM Eastern
(#'s 1 and 1A) NERINX and BROOKER - We'll take either one as our top selection. If both decide to go, all-the-better. Art Sherman trains this entry, and he h...
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SARATOGA Race #SEVEN
August 26, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 9) PRETTY GAL - Well-bet in both starts (always a good sign) she was legged up in a grass race here on August 12. Comes back quickly, and blinkers go on. ...
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SARATOGA Race #FOUR
August 26, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) SACRIFICE BUNT - Excellent try against a tough older bunch from a poor post. Winner that day went wire-to-wire, and this colt rallied late for third. B...
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SARATOGA Race #THREE
August 26, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) CASSOULET - Nice win at Delaware over a talented field on July 14. In the hands of a top trainer in Motion, this colt is training very well since the w...
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SARATOGA Race #ONE
August 26, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) MEREDITH BEE - Big race off the bench for expensive ($270,000) daughter of El Corredor. Finished second despite some trouble, and has been working supe...
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SARATOGA Race #TWELVE
August 25, 2007
7:15 PM Eastern
(# 7) ZIPPEROO - He just missed in a race at this level here on July 28 after stumbling at the start. Big speed on view and second off the layoff runner is a...
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SARATOGA Race #EIGHT
August 25, 2007
4:55 PM Eastern
(# 8) MOST DISTINGUISHED - Has really started to put it together of late since a freshening after the Tampa Bay Derby. Impressive win in the Amsterdam (Grade...
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SARATOGA Race #TWO
August 25, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 2 ) GRAND MINSTREL - Excellent well-bet debut run which saw him strike the gate at the start, rush up into the pace set by eventual winner Maimonides (who...
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SARATOGA Race #ONE
August 25, 2007
12:45 PM Eastern
(# 4) LOCONIA - Trainer Motion is one of the best turf trainers in the business, and when he gets them going right, they tend to continue well for some time....
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DEL MAR Race #EIGHT
August 24, 2007
8:30 PM Eastern
(#'s 1 and 1A) GLORIA JEANNE and PEACE BY PEACE - Both of these California-bred fillies have started over this surface at the maiden special-weight level. Th...
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DEL MAR Race #FIVE
August 24, 2007
8:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) MIKE'S TRIPPIN - Last effort was his best since last March at Santa Anita. Pace was very ordinary for the level, and to his credit he was able to make ...
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SARATOGA Race #SIX
August 24, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) PRIME OBSESSION - Ran his best race to date in latest with a fine late rally after a very poor beginning. Can ill afford another such incident as they ...
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SARATOGA Race #ONE
August 24, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) TEE WITH THE TIGER - Appears to be the horse to beat here. Had a bit of a troubled trip in a sprint over this course on August 9. Has back figures that...
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SARATOGA Race #NINE
August 23, 2007
5:10 PM Eastern
(# 1) TOO MUCH ZIP - She stalked the winner in last when she was bounced around hard and forced wide as they hit the top of the stretch. Has some speed and d...
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SARATOGA Race #SEVEN
August 23, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 2) MONSTER DRIVE - He makes his grass debut after an impressive and determined win over entry-level allowance foes on the dirt. $120,000 son of Commendabl...
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
August 23, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 9) NINTH OF JULY - Thought she had a good shot at winning last, but a very poor start cost her all chance at that. Returns with an outside post and traine...
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SARATOGA Race #FOUR
August 23, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) LUCK - Well-backed in all three starts. Last on the turf should have done wonders for her stamina, and prepare her for this seven-furlong try. Only dir...
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DEL MAR Race #FIVE
August 22, 2007
7:05 PM Eastern
(# 8) CRIMSON COWBOY - Moves outside after a good speed try from the rail in first start in nine months. Well-bet in only start at two, colt ran a fine secon...
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SARATOGA Race #NINE
August 22, 2007
5:15 PM Eastern
(# 5) THE AG - Blinkers go on for trainer Pletcher, and filly could not find an easier field to try and get her maiden win. Was in position to do some damage...
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SARATOGA Race #SEVEN
August 22, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 6) SMART AND FANCY - Overall record is just outstanding, both on dirt and the last two on the grass. Filly of unusual quality has really taken to the spri...
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SARATOGA Race #FOUR
August 22, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) STAID - Unlucky loser of last when she had to wait for running room for about two furlongs before shaking clear and just missing. Faces a lightly raced...
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DELAWARE Race #RACE 3
August 20, 2007
7:05 PM Eastern
(# 2) BOUCHARD - This horse exploded to a huge win last when making first dirt start. Even though this horse was thought to be a good one, at least his conne...
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SARATOGA Race #SEVEN
August 20, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) WAR MONGER - Sharp and improving grass form for red-hot trainer. Draws much better post after having post No. 12 in last. Speed to be up close.
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
August 20, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) SAVASANA - Horse returns from a layoff for a top barn. Faced much tougher in both starts. Drops into a claimer for the first time. Has speed in a race ...
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DELAWARE Race #RACE 4
August 20, 2007
2:10 PM Eastern
(# 1a) STAR SNUCK - Runner continues to improve with each start since shipping up from Florida. Has good speed to be in striking position from the start.
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DEL MAR Race #TWO
August 19, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 11) GRACE ANATOMY - Received a good education race in debut. Closed well too late to a winner who shipped to Saratoga to win a stake. Added distance only ...
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SARATOGA Race #SEVEN
August 19, 2007
4:15 PM Eastern
(# 9) TACTICAL GOLD - Racing in very sharp form. Drops back to level of his strong win two back at this level. Tactical speed to be in perfect position when ...
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
August 19, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) UNITY - Horse makes first start on grass after two sharp and improving races on dirt. Third place finisher in last came back to romp. Appears the contr...
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SARATOGA Race #FOUR
August 19, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) GRAND CHAMPION - Runner had a great sharpener July 25 over the track off a layoff at today's distance. Steady close in a very quick race. Big win two b...
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MONMOUTH Race #RACE 9
August 18, 2007
4:55 PM Eastern
(# 5) MASTER COMMAND - Very consistent stakes horse who has been sharp and consistent for quite some time. Great tactical speed to sit a perfect trip.
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SARATOGA Race #EIGHT
August 18, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) J'RAY - Holds a class edge over these going back to NY breds. Loves the distance and firm grass.
(#3) HALF HEAVEN - Well spotted from a good inside...
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SARATOGA Race #FOUR
August 18, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) WINEMASTER - Has the looks of a horse that should enjoy this rare two-mile mile distance. Makes second start for a strong barn. Big-time stamina breedi...
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SARATOGA Race #TWO
August 18, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) COMMANDEERED - He ran very well in his debut in a very quick race. He showed good speed from the start that day. He should be on lead or stalking today...
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DEL MAR Race #EIGHT
August 17, 2007
5:15 PM Eastern
(# 9) BERTRAND AT MR. A'S - He proved in last that he can handle this "newish" surface. Hollendorfer runner has enough speed to stay close and bid to victory...
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SARATOGA Race #NINE
August 17, 2007
5:15 PM Eastern
(# 2) WHATEVERWILLBWILLB - Thought that the rider moved prematurely in last as filly was being hard-held early and obviously had some run. Rocketed to the le...
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SARATOGA Race #THREE
August 17, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) HORSE THIEF - Pretty weak group on view here. This gelding has raced well in last two at Finger Lakes, including a narrow loss to repeater on July 21. ...
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SARATOGA Race #TWO
August 17, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) BRITISH COLOMBIA - Very sharp work at Belmont for his initial start. $450,000 son of El Dubai is in good hands with the McLaughlin barn. Proved at Keen...
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DEL MAR Race #FIVE
August 16, 2007
7:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) STEELIN' - Trainer Craig Dollase is having a super meet, as he picked up win number eight in yesterday's fourth race. This filly has been freshened up ...
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SARATOGA Race #NINE
August 16, 2007
5:10 PM Eastern
(# 1) MINNAMANA - Steady, consistent runner has a perfect running style for this event and the post to do it from. Has good positional speed, and will settle...
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SARATOGA Race #FOUR
August 16, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) LADY RIZZI - Logical pick, ran second in a troubled comeback race here on August 8. Has plenty of speed in her arsenal and would expect her to be invol...
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SARATOGA Race #TWO
August 16, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) TIZZY'S JAZZ - Think she'll run very well today. Her three on the grass at Gulfstream were one good effort, and two sub-par ones from poor posts. Last ...
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DEL MAR Race #FOUR
August 15, 2007
6:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) FREEDOM SUMMIT - Has some speed and tries the stretching out game and grass both for the first time. Well-backed in her pair of sprints, this daughter ...
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
August 15, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) I'LL MAKE IT UP - Freshened up a bit after his first pair by trainer Schettino, he adds blinkers today off the seven week vacation. Should be ready for...
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SARATOGA Race #FOUR
August 15, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) PAINT - Nick Zito trainee cost $400,000 as a yearling. Comes into his initial race with some very eye-popping works in tow. Huge work from the gate her...
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SARATOGA Race #TWO
August 15, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) DANA DEW - Nice educational first run at Belmont. Ran close-up for a while, stayed well to mid-stretch, and tired a little late to wind up fourth. Trai...
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DEL MAR Race #EIGHT
August 13, 2007
8:30 PM Eastern
( # 12) JUSTICE IS BRIEF - Drops and moves outside for second try off a seven-week freshening. Combined with blinkers going on, it looks like an all-out try ...
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SARATOGA Race #TEN
August 13, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) DELTA PARK - Scratched out of a race last week when trainer Mike Trombetta went with his entry-mate, who just missed at 16-1. Gelding has some ability ...
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
August 13, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) VILIFY - Has improved in every start to date. Daughter of Silver Charm is owned by legendary horseman and Hall of Fame member John Nerud. Filly ran her...
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SARATOGA Race #TWO
August 13, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) PRESS LEAK - Nice debut effort at this track, surface and distance. Daughter of Rock of Gibraltar raced well, up-close in a very large field (12). Barn...
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SARATOGA Race #TEN
August 12, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) NEW YORK DIXIE - Ran well around two-turns at the Fair Grounds this past winter against open maidens. Last at Belmont at 1 1/8 miles should have her fi...
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SARATOGA Race #SIX
August 12, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) NORDBERG - Versatile filly almost always breaks well, and that's a must in these turf sprints, as many in the middle or those in the rear have traffic ...
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SARATOGA Race #TWO
August 12, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) BOXITUP - Tom Albertrani-trained filly has improved significantly with the switch to grass racing. She had a very nice effort in last at Belmont from a...
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SARATOGA Race #ONE
August 12, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) LETHIMTHINKHESBOSS - Veteran has always loved running two-turns, and particularly this distance (7-2-3-1). Was legged-up in a turf race for this his th...
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DEL MAR Race #TEN
August 11, 2007
9:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) RELENTLESS - Legged up in a pair of turf races after a two-month freshening. Continues to train well in the AM and think she is a good exacta key at a ...
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DEL MAR Race #TWO
August 11, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) RUDEAMEANIE - Probable favorite, continues his figure progression, is working well and can either go it on the lead or rate just off the pace. Will pro...
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SARATOGA Race #FOUR
August 11, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 15) PREMIUM WINE - I'm assuming that this race will go on the main track after all the rain they've had. Race would be run at seven furlongs and this colt...
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SARATOGA Race #TWO
August 11, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) THE LEOPARD - Big speed shown in debut at Belmont for the Pletcher outfit. $2.5 million yearling is drilling fast for start number two, and he may brea...
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DEL MAR Race #FOUR
August 10, 2007
8:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) BLACK MALLOU - Hot trainer goes back to Nakatani after a troubled trip with apprentice Quinonez aboard. Showed some speed and a good fighting spirit in...
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SARATOGA Race #NINE
August 10, 2007
5:10 PM Eastern
(# 6) CARDIFF ROAD - Makes his initial run ever against fellow state-breds after running out of town in his first five races. Troubled trip in last at Coloni...
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SARATOGA Race #FOUR
August 10, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) MOR CHANCES - Ran well as a two-year-old last season, finishing second in a maiden special on Aug 21. First pair this year show improving form. Makes h...
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SARATOGA Race #THREE
August 10, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) WINGSPAN - Kicked it in with a fine late burst of speed to nail talented filly in Lahudood on the wire at 1 -miles. This 1 -mile distance should suit t...
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DEL MAR Race #ONE
August 9, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) FLAMINGO PRINCESS - Claimed by Aguirre from Jenine Sahadi for $40,000 on June 23rd. Freshened-up since, filly is carefully spotted around two-turns and...
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SARATOGA Race #FOUR
August 9, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 10) MY FAIR EL - Filly drops in class and returns to the dirt for the potent Prado-Dutrow combination (23%) success rate over the past 18 months. She's sh...
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SARATOGA Race #THREE
August 9, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) MIRACLE MOMENT - At the top of her game, is the quickest out of the gate, and has some fine drills on the training-track turf course. Filly is getting ...
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SARATOGA Race #TWO
August 9, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) NICELY PUT - Faced colts and ran well in debut race on June 29th. Back with her own sex next out, she showed good speed against a runaway winner, hangi...
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DEL MAR Race #EIGHT
August 8, 2007
8:25 PM Eastern
( # 7) RAZOR CUT - Two back has what is this fields (of the starters) highest figure. Has some speed, but displayed a stalking gear in a couple. Firsters may...
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Del Mar Race #FIVE
August 8, 2007
7:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) SEVEN NATION ARMY - Mullins runner already owns a win over this new surface, and that came off a five month layoff. Has raced with much better, and don...
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SARATOGA Race #EIGHT
August 8, 2007
4:40 PM Eastern
(# 5) THUNDERESTIMATE - Game runner, finds a way to be in it at the finish. In fact he probably should be four-for-four, as he lost debut race by a head here...
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SARATOGA Race #SEVEN
August 8, 2007
4:05 PM Eastern
(# 1) HARVEST LISA - Comes here in fine-fettle, and she's been a popular item at the claiming box, as this is the sixth different trainer she has had this se...
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DEL MAR Race #EIGHT
August 6, 2007
8:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) PEACE ACCORD - Reclaimed by trainer Sadler, he has the highest figures of all, and his last pair has been his two best. Has speed, can stalk and has ru...
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DEL MAR Race #TWO
August 6, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) STITCHIT - Experience edge may land this filly as the exacta key, as I think she'll be the third choice in here. Has had traffic troubles and has run "...
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SARATOGA Race #SIX
August 6, 2007
3:35 PM Eastern
(# 5) MISTER FUSAICHI - Obvious contender and the probable favorite. Disqualified in last at Churchill after he finished first in race at today's distance. W...
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SARATOGA Race #EIGHT
August 6, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 3) DISTORTED REALITY - Believe you're looking at a star on the rise. Kicked in late in last and was under a heavy drive to prevail. Grass record is very g...
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SARATOGA Race #SEVEN
August 5, 2007
4:05 PM Eastern
(# 9) TOO MUCH ZIP - Escapes the inside where she was positioned in last pair at Belmont. Should be ready for her best, and draws a nice slot to move up on t...
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SARATOGA Race #SIX
August 5, 2007
3:35 PM Eastern
(# 4) JOCASSEE - In these races at a mile on the inner-turf course here, position into the first turn usually determines whether your horse has a chance or n...
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SARATOGA Race #THREE
August 5, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 7) CHAGALL - Pletcher runner makes belated three-year-old debut after showing ample promise at two. She went straight into a trio of stakes after breaking...
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SARATOGA Race #ONE
August 5, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) MARIA'S KITTY - Strong stamina and excellent record around two turns (5-1-3-1). In fact all of her placings are at more than one turn. Very nice third-...
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DEL MAR Race #TEN
August 4, 2007
9:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) AFLEET'S DESIRE - She's been competitive without winning over Santa Anita's conventional surface, and Hollywood's Polytrack. Tricky seven-furlong dista...
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DEL MAR Race #NINE
August 4, 2007
9:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) Price Tag - Another quality European home-bred and raced mare from the Juddmonte connections. Kept top company in France and did very well indeed. May ...
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SARATOGA Race #TEN
August 4, 2007
5:45 PM Eastern
(# 1) DELTA PARK - Horse has some ability and talent. Trainer Michael Trombetta wins races wherever he goes, and this runner looks live here. Showed speed in...
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
August 4, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 9) LHOTSE QUALITY - Has disappointed more often than not, but this is the weakest gathering I believe he has faced this season. Draws well and won't be to...
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DEL MAR Race #FOUR
August 3, 2007
8:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) FOLLOWS NONE - Figures earned are good and colt drops into a maiden claimer for the first time. Needs patient handling as there is enough speed signed ...
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
August 3, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) TSUNAMIC - Was defeated by a runner in last who saved all the ground from his inside draw, while this colt had a very poor trip, being forced 5-6 wide ...
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
August 3, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) TSUNAMIC - Was defeated by a runner in last who saved all the ground from his inside draw, while this colt had a very poor trip, being forced 5-6 wide ...
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SARATOGA Race #FOUR
August 3, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) PREDATE - Claimed by Dutrow from Asmussen for $50K, he has given the filly some time to grow and mature after having raced three times in the Spring. W...
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SARATOGA Race #THREE
August 3, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) MADDY'S LION - Makes his third start of his current form cycle, and picked it up quite a bit in last at Monmouth. Fits this price tag and this group pa...
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Saratoga Race #ON
August 3, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 10) MANSET - Crafty trainer John "Doc" Fisher carefully spots his charge in here today. The horses he has been tackling at Delaware are some of the best o...
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DEL MAR Race #EIGHT
August 2, 2007
8:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) TURKUS QUERCUS - Nicely bred filly started her career in England, and it's nice to see that she ran well in only start there when two. Debut at three c...
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DEL MAR Race #FOUR
August 2, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) JUPITER'S STONE - There appears to be enough early speed signed on here, with a quartet of stretch-out sprinters, that this late-kicker can have a majo...
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
August 2, 2007
3:10 PM Eastern
(# 3) MOST CHARMING - Nice win in the second off the come-backer at Belmont on July 12. Consistent mare likes two-turning just fine, and her last try at that...
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Saratoga Race #Four
August 2, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) BEAUTIFUL LIL - Showed good speed in both grass races on view, and filly by Aptitude draws the hedge in the short run to the turn of this mile race. Ta...
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DEL MAR Race #THREE
August 1, 2007
6:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) G.I. BETTY - Will have to be a little quicker on the cutback after running second in a pair of two-turn races. Figures tower over these, but she's susc...
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SARATOGA Race #TEN
August 1, 2007
5:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) PROM PARTY - Tough trip in a small stakes at Delaware last out. Filly was impressive in maiden breaker at Belmont in previous start. Has a nice late ki...
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SARATOGA Race #EIGHT
August 1, 2007
4:45 PM Eastern
(# 1) MAMA THERESA - Only two-turn races showing produced easy victories over Aqueduct's inner-surface last winter/spring. She's 2 for 4 over this surface, a...
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SARATOGA Race #SIX
August 1, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
(# 8) MT. ORIENT - Like the way he's moving forward both in his figures and the way he's going about things. Beaten by the hedge runner two back, he put in a...
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DEL MAR Race #EIGHT
July 30, 2007
8:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) READY SAY GO - Like the fact P. Val was signed on for his initial race in Oct. of last year. Flashed some speed in both outings while wide, and has bee...
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SARATOGA Race #FOUR
July 30, 2007
6:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) ITS READY - Pletcher barn won five of these two-year-old maiden races on the turf here last season. This daughter of More Than Ready had a pair of race...
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SARATOGA Race #EIGHT
July 30, 2007
4:45 PM Eastern
(# 8) MOST DISTINGUISHED - When you look at this runner you see a horse that always had talent and ability, and showed it in both sprints and distance races....
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
July 30, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 9) EXTRA ZIP - All three grass races are strong, and runner has a nice up-close style, without needing the top. Dominguez for Rojas today, and he'll have ...
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SARATOGA Race #EIGHT
July 29, 2007
4:45 PM Eastern
(# 5) CLASSIC FLIRT - Easy victory in her debut run at Delaware on May 9. Wire-to-wire win produced the highest figure that anyone in this field has earned. ...
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SARATOGA Race #SIX
July 29, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
(# 5) BANROCK - Fits well with these. He has very steady numbers to go along with his good overall turf form. Likes to wait and make a run, and did well here...
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
July 29, 2007
3:10 PM Eastern
(# 2) STAID - Nice progress shown when filly moved from the outside to the two-post in last. Filly has a nice combination of speed and stalking ability, and ...
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SARATOGA Race #THREE
July 29, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 4) SOPHIE'S SALAD - Filly is owned by celebrity Chef Bobby Flay, who is a frequent visitor to this famous track. Bred top and bottom for turf, she raced w...
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DEL MAR Race #TEN
July 28, 2007
9:30 PM Eastern
(# 11) LOOK DEEP - Escapes the inside, has speed, and also comes along with the best figures. She makes her second start off a seven-month layoff, and her se...
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SARATOGA Race #ELEVEN
July 28, 2007
6:15 PM Eastern
(# 10) NO LEMON - Trainer traditionally wins a few races at this meet. The barn is having a very slow season, but this horse looks primed and ready for a top...
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SARATOGA Race #TEN
July 28, 2007
5:45 PM Eastern
(# 2) PAPI CHULO - Very impressive the way he has turned around since coming into the Contessa barn. Last race had to be seen to be believed, and the pair he...
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SARATOGA Race #NINE
July 28, 2007
5:15 PM Eastern
(# 5) GINGER PUNCH - Excellent win in the First Flight Handicap at Belmont over a sub-standard field. Filly waited and went about her business quite professi...
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SARATOGA Race #SEVEN
July 28, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 4) MAKDERAH - Improving with each and every start in the U.S. Filly by Wonderful English sire Danehill, she was just awesome in her last two starts at Bel...
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DEL MAR Race #FOUR
July 27, 2007
8:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) LT. LORRAINE - Improving with each and every start, she broke her maiden in last in handy fashion, stalking a swift pace and going by when the rider sa...
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DEL MAR Race #THREE
July 27, 2007
8:00 PM Eastern
(# 10) THE WHITE LADY - Daughter of Johannesburg was claimed last out when the Patrick Gallagher operation dropped her in tagged for the first time. Well-bac...
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SARATOGA Race #EIGHT
July 27, 2007
6:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) GOOD MOOD - Filly has faced good-sized fields both here and in France. That's a big plus, as she knows how to run in traffic, and has what it takes to ...
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SARATOGA Race #SIX
July 27, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 10) RAHY'S APPEAL - Top-notch mare is equally at home on turf or dirt, and has been tackling some of the toughest older fillies and mares in the country f...
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DEL MAR Race #EIGHT
July 26, 2007
8:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) ACE APPEAL - May be over bet in here, but he is a strong factor to be sure. Tried much tougher in career debut in late June at Hollywood. Made a nice b...
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SARATOGA Race #NINE
July 26, 2007
5:10 PM Eastern
(# 10) MY DEAR ANNIE - Think that the two-turn nature of this event is more suitable to her liking than was the unusual configuration of Belmont's turf cours...
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SARATOGA Race #SEVEN
July 26, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) LEMON DROP GAL - She ran a very impressive race second off the layoff when winning the Evil Bear Overnight Stakes at Belmont. She defeated a pretty har...
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SARATOGA Race #SIX
July 26, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
( # 4) WESTERN BLUFF - Three back he was beaten back into second by Wheels Up At Noon, who is developing into a very nice horse. Ran to a second-place finish...
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DEL MAR Race #SIX
July 25, 2007
7:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) ALPHA LUCKY - Miller off to a sizzling start at this meet. This runner comes here by way of Tampa and Arlington, where he ran well on their Poly-surfac...
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SARATOGA Race #TEN
July 25, 2007
5:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) PAPA'S KARA - Daughter of excellent sire High Yield, broke her maiden off a four month layoff at Belmont on June 8th. Working well for the first try wi...
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SARATOGA Race #SEVEN
July 25, 2007
4:05 PM Eastern
(# 6) ONE GOOD MAN - Improving slowly but surely, and his record over this grass course is too good to ignore(3-1-2-0). Had poor inside and outside draws in ...
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SARATOGA Race #FIVE
July 25, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 3) ROCKET LEGS - Ran much better than the races look on paper in his last pair at Belmont. Was positioned towards the inside in the flat mile race over Be...
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DEL MAR Race #EIGHT
July 23, 2007
8:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) RUTHIE'S GIRL - She may sneak away at a square price in here. She ran well in only two-turn race over Hollywood's Poly-Surface on May 9. Sprinted three...
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DEL MAR Race #FIVE
July 23, 2007
7:05 PM Eastern
(# 13) FOR THE KIDS - Well-backed in initial start at Golden Gate on May 19. Gelding by El Corredor had trained sharply for that debut run and had the misfor...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #SEVEN
July 23, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 4) DUCK HUNT - Son of Belong To Me, has put together a pair of good races at Colonial Downs against maiden-special competition. Drops in class, and cuts-b...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FIVE
July 23, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) SPICY BULL - Son of Holy Bull seems to be getting the hang of things little-by-little. Had a poor post two back and last out showed some more early int...
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DEL MAR Race #NINE
July 22, 2007
9:00 PM Eastern
(# 10 ) FLIP THE PENNY - Speedy sort should be involved from the get-go in this contest. Draws nicely and may only face token opposition early on. Latest wor...
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DEL MAR Race #TWO
July 22, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) DUNMORE - West coast fans are probably a bit unfamiliar with trainer Cody Autrey, but he'll make his presence felt here before meeting's end. Claimed a...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
July 22, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) ONE TOUGH BELLE - Makes her turf debut for trainer who is no stranger to winning races on the grass. Nice to see him have some horses again. This filly...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
July 22, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) PICTAVIA - Classy European mare should find the 1 3/8 miles of this race right in her productive range. Ran well in her initial pair of minor stakes af...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
July 22, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) RICH MOUNTAIN - Claimed by Levine from Galluscio for $35,000 in his first start back from two months on the sideline. New connections drop him down to ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
July 21, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) DEFREREOFTHEHEART - Nice race in first try with winners from a wide post on Belmont Stakes day. Winner of that event (Berry Bound) finished first in th...
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DEL MAR Race #TWO (5:30 PM Eastern)
July 21, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) PROTECTOROFALLEVIL - Nice setup trainer Machowsky, gave expensive yearling ($140,000) by Chief Seattle two grass races against straight maidens to begi...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
July 21, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) TEE WITH THE TIGER - Broke from the tricky inside post going a mile in last. Cuts back to a better distance for him, and moves off the inside. No reaso...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
July 21, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) ELIZABUL - Thought he took the worst of it last time when he was surrounded by horses closing inside and out down the stretch. Still ran gamely and wou...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
July 21, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) HOLIDAY TRIP - It may be a case of this being his race to lose. Consistently runs well, has met better fields than this and has lost to and defeated so...
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DEl MAR Race #THREE
July 20, 2007
8:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) INCREDIBLE - Fillys last race is essentially a toss, as she drew the 11 post on the Hollywood turf course. At least they tried to do something about it...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
July 20, 2007
6:00 PM Eastern
(# 9) ARE WE DREAMIN - Draws a good post for her stalking style and makes the important third start off a layoff for trainer Gary Contessa who's looking to h...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
July 20, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) VILLIFY - Thought she raced extremely well in last, as she spotted the field about 12 lengths at the start. She rallied strong and continued on with go...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
July 20, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) PURE BUSINESS - Working swiftly for the Tony Dutrow barn for her first race since December 6. She displayed noticeable improvement in each successive s...
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DEL MAR Race #EIGHT
July 19, 2007
8:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) TRANSVALL SCOTTISH - Claimed by Mike Puype last out, this son of Proud Citizen has raced well and finally hit the board in start number three whe he wa...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
July 19, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) HOLD THAT THOUGHT - Moves to a nice attack post for better use of her speed. Field does not have a lot of front-runners on view, and her recent "bullet...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
July 19, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) FUNNY PHONE - Looks like an all out speed try from the gate is on tap here. Four-year-old made one start at three last season, attracted Bravo, tried f...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
July 19, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) SPIRIT OF GULCH - Makes his first-ever dirt start after facing much tougher in a pair of turf races. Had a tough inside post in debut against maiden sp...
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DEL MAR Race #FIVE
July 18, 2007
7:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) COOL HAND LUCA - He makes his third start off a layoff and second for a tag. Ran well despite a very wide post (13) after angling over at the half. Bet...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
July 18, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 1 ) LUKE'S FLASH - Everything would appear to be a go for this horse making his second start off of four months on the sidelines. Sprinted at this level o...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
July 18, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 9) VILLIFY - Bet well in only race last season, a maiden special at Saratoga. Raced in traffic and Chartman calls it a "green" run. Winner Grahame Central...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
July 18, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) PURE BUSINESS - Logical selection, if ready to run off the early Dec. layoff, she would appear to be the horse to beat. Trainer Tony Dutrow has excelle...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #EIGHT
July 16, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) GALANTAS - He came here from Ireland in the spring of 06. Raced and ran very well as a two-year-old overseas before coming back to where he was bred. S...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #EIGHT
July 16, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) WHAT A WARRIOR - Looked to be approaching a top effort in last off a pair of races to begin his 2007 campaign, but he had some traffic trouble. Showed ...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #SIX
July 16, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) KIBBITZ - Daughter of Kelly Kip continues to show improvement in each start. Last was her first attempt on grass and it resulted in fine second-place f...
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July 16, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 6) NAJDIAH - Well bet in both outings, she has had legitimate excuses in both and yet still finished second twice, a sign of a good racehorse. Michael Dic...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
July 15, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) MISS BLARNEY STONE - New York bred who spent her early years in Ireland, was recently repatriated, and ran a big race in her first effort in the U.S., ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
July 15, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) INDIAN WAR DANCE - By the looks of his recent works, veteran is ready for another go after winning a pair of races in six days at the end of May into e...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
July 15, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) STRATONIC - Tagg trained gelding has been running against much tougher recently than he will face today. Allowances and tough "optional" company have b...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
July 15, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) LAHUDOOD - Huge race first in this country, first off a long layoff (8 Months) and also the initial start with Lasix. New trainer McLaughlin may have a...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
July 15, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
( # 5) FORT CARILLON - Like many Contessa runners, this one has improved her figures considerably since coming under his care. She draws a nice post for her ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
July 14, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) WOODLANDER - Hard-hitter just missed at this distance in last. Contessa charge appears to be cycling back up to his usual level of performance after ta...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #SIX
July 14, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) ROYAL HIGHNESS - European import now resides in the barn of Graham Motion. Came here last fall and ran third against males in the Turf Classic (Grade I...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
July 14, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) POSTED - $350,000 New York-bred yearling makes second appearance after finishing second in debut run on January 31. Horse is four, so he must have had ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
July 14, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) OFFICER IN PURSUIT - Filly has been keeping some pretty good company for most of the season. Ran a nice pace-setting third to the well regarded Mini Se...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
July 14, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) MY MICHAEL - Pair of nice second-place finishes both at this track, surface and distance. Appears to be enough speed signed on to aid his closing tacti...
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BELMONT PARK Race #Seven
July 13, 2007
6:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) MT. ORIENT - He ran his best race to date at six furlongs over this turf, last out on June 20. That represented his second lifetime grass race and his ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
July 13, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) CHITOZ - Pletcher barn continues to turn out one two-year-old after another - and most are talented. This son of Forest Wildcat, is a homebred and debu...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
July 13, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) DASHBOARD DRUMMER - Tricky little field on view, but the distance (6.5 furlongs) combined with the outside draw favor this runner. He can stalk whateve...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
July 13, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
( # 7) CLASSIC FRAN - He hasn't run a poor race since the trainer switch to Penna in February of 06. Last pair over this turf has produced fine numbers witho...
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BELMONT TRACK Race #SEVEN
July 12, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) CLEARLY IDEAL - Drops to lowest level ever, and cuts-back from two turns to a 7.5-furlong race around the big turns of Belmont. Draws the best post for...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
July 12, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) SILVER PARADISE - Had a tough journey last out racing between horses the entire race. Effort was a hard one, but filly gets outside today and there's n...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
July 12, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) KARAKORUM STARLET - Loves this track (10-4-4-) and particularly likes this distance (5-3-2-0). Draws the best post in this small gathering and jockey h...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
July 12, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) FREEDOM ISN'T FREE - Lands in a nice spot and draws a good post for his style. It's also encouraging that he is making his fourth consecutive start wit...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
July 12, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) LEMON SHORE - Easy, good-looking win in the maiden breaker here at this distance on June 20. Close-up to the very fast pace-setter Kal El, he rallied w...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
July 11, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) GOLDEN ELEGANCE - Trainer Michael Gorham has shipped infrequently during the past month and has done quite well (10-2-1-2). This filly has shown a high...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
July 11, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) THREE SHOTS - Moves outside at a flat mile today to make her third start off a nine-week freshening. Current pair on view are about a month apart and t...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
July 11, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) HIGHER INCENTIVE - She enters this fray in the best shape of her entire career. Field she beat two back, in my opinion was a better one than she faces ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
July 11, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) GULLIBLE GAL - $310,000 yearling by Hook and Ladder makes her debut for the Bill Mott barn today. Does so with fresh Lasix on board and a big-time half...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #NINE
July 9, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) TOP CAPACITY - Enters this off a career-best effort in an off-the-turf race at Delaware Park. Sire (Ascot Knight) is fine getting grass runners and thi...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #EIGHT
July 9, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 9) INDEPENDENT GEORGE - Comes from the top H. Graham Motion barn and gelding by Cozzene is razor sharp for this attempt. His three starts this season have...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOUR
July 9, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 4) CANNONBALL - Trainer Wesley Ward has established quite a reputation as an expert with young horses. The evidence has been mounting for about ten years....
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FOUR
July 9, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 4) HOLD HARD - Comes off a good try at Delaware Park where track-loving veteran Smokie, gave nobody a chance, going wire-to-wire. This Scott Lake trained ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
July 8, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 10) CUTE COGNAC - Very poor field on view. If this filly had any post towards the inside I would have easily made her today's best bet, but the 10 post tw...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
July 8, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 1A) GINGER PUNCH - Rapidly improving four-year-old was getting to Multiple Grade one winner TakeDTour in last. Frankel is famous for bringing his fillies ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
July 8, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) DISTORTED REALITY - Would have won last, but in the flat mile he was the inside battling speed with the winner able to put outside pressure on him the ...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FIVE
July 8, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) U SNITCHED ON ME - Filly comes from the barn of one of the best trainer's at Delaware - Steve Klesaris. Raced well here at two last season and after th...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
July 8, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) GREG'S LASSY - Gray filly broke her maiden over Aqueduct's inner surface on March 30 earning what is the highest speed figure that this field has ever ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
July 7, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 9) TRIPLE BOGEY BLUES - Blinkers go on gelding who has already proved a bargain, as he cost only $1300 at auction. That's about a day for four at a Yankee...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
July 7, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) JESSE'S JUSTICE - This runner is undefeated against State-Bred competition on the lawn (2-for-2). She has taken them from the outside and the tricky in...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
July 7, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) FANTASTIC SHIRL - As a side note, the horses that are listed under Arthur Magnuson as trainer belong to the Kiaran McLaughlin operation, as he is servi...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #EIGHT
July 7, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) WINZALOT - Stakes-winning turf sprinter makes his third start of 2007 in this five-furlong Mo Bay stakes. Expensive ($340,000) son of Forest Wildcat ha...
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bELMONT PARK Race #NINE
July 6, 2007
7:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) MUSICAL MELODY - Well bet in debut on June 14, filly came into that initial start off a fine series of works for trainer Billy Turner. Raced wide at si...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
July 6, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
( # 9) WHATEVERWILLBWILLB - Was a little flat in race number two off the bench, as she never really got involved despite finishing fourth in latest. Trainer ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
July 6, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 9) TIZNOW MY LOVE - Don't normally like maiden breakers of this type, but gelding is in a very good barn (Violette) and showed some grit battling all the ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
July 6, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) SARAH SUNSHINE - Filly was progressing nicely and her figures were headed in the right direction when trainer Del Carroll put blinkers on her last out....
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
July 5, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 9) LHOTSE QUALITY - Goes from turf to dirt for the Dick Dutrow barn. Gelding also drops into a claimer for the first time since his debut run in May of 20...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
July 5, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) RAVEN H - Was a late scratch last time he was entered. Battled from an inside post in last - which is a terrible position to be in for a one-turn mile....
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
July 5, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 10) SALTY KARAKORUM - Showed speed in a longer event when Lasix was added last out. Faced some inside pressure in that try, and moves farthest out today a...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
July 5, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) HIGH TORQUE - Pletcher runner didn't race at two, and made three-year-old debut late in the Gulfstream meet finishing third in a sprint. Trained well l...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
July 4, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) COMMENTATOR - Loves seven furlongs (5-4-0-0), and loves Belmont (5-4-0-1). Draws a good post, continues to work just super, and his return off eight mo...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
July 4, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) COOL DAYS - Comes back after seven months on the sidelines for a barn that is very strong with the move. Made quick work of a field at Delaware last se...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
July 4, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) DUKE OF STANCO - Bet heavily in both starts to date, one at Aqueduct, and one at Belmont earlier this year. Showed good speed in both, finishing second...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
July 4, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) ELIZABUL - Gelding is one for one over the local turf, breaking maiden way back in Sept. of "05" with Jerry Bailey aboard. Has become a pretty useful h...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
July 4, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(1 and 1A) Moroccan Affair & Ret. to Paradise - The Pletcher barn has been on fire lately, and both of these first time starters has turf in their pedigree. ...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #EIGHT
July 2, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 4) SWORD OF DUBAI - Has found a new home for himself on the grass. All starts on that surface are strong efforts and his record on this course is (5-1-2-1...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #EIGHT
July 2, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) ANOFFICERANDALADY - She ran well in second start of the year - improving her speed figure to her best yet. Trainer Allard adds Lasix for the first time...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #SIX
July 2, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) INTO WISHES - Blinkers go on this speedy filly for her first try on the grass. Has shown good early foot in last pair at this price on dirt. Noteworthy...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #THREE
July 2, 2007
1:15 PM Eastern
(# 7) BACK BAY BRAVE - Should hang on much better today with the "07" debut out of the way. Ran against better for most of last year and did well before tail...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
July 1, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) DUBIT - Big wire-to-wire win for a two-year-old filly at this stage. Tries her third new surface and her high speed should not be taken lightly.
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
July 1, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) TUCKAHOE ROAD - This makes start number three. Debuted over the Keeneland Polytrack at seven furlongs. Had a wide slot, middle moved, continued widest ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
July 1, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) LOTTIE ZIP - Heavily bet in pair of solid tries at two last year. Showed fine speed in both attempts and showed marked improvement in start number two....
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
July 1, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) ABRAAJ - Everything seems to point this way. In-form runner has a high early first gear in a race that doesn't have a lot of speed. Colt has made forwa...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #NINE
June 30, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 9) LORD SNOWDON - Tony Dutrow runner has been in good form for quite some time now. Won a race here two back but was disqualified from the purse for an ov...
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BELMONT PARK Race #Seven
June 30, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) FOREST JAZZ - Huge maiden-breaking figure on view one that no doubt induced the switch over to the Mott barn. Filly debuted at River Downs, but her bre...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
June 30, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) METRO METEOR - Remember its Laudati subbing for Contessa. Lightly-raced gelding looked super in last win here at this distance on June 6. That victory ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
June 30, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) BIG APPLE DANDY - Former high-profile stakes performer has been racing in little spurts for about two years. Has some physical ailments, but can still ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
June 30, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) MOONSHINE HALL - Gelding's been away a very long time (Dec "05") but trainer Dutrow is one of the best around in getting layoff runners ready to race a...
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Calder Race #FIVE
June 29, 2007
4:45 PM Eastern
(# 4) BANK ON SILVER - She's been plugging right along, running hot and cold, but not getting the job done. Last race represented her best ever speed figure ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
June 29, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) BANROCK - Good solid turf performer from the Tom Bush barn. Nice 2007 debut run to finish second at this level and distance on May 28. Should be able t...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
June 29, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) HE AIN'T EASY - Ran a fine second in debut despite a troubled getaway. Donk barn has been live this entire meet and this gelding has had almost a month...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
June 29, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) GOLD LIKE U - Likes her races about a month apart and that is today's scenario. Hard-hitter picked up her game and figure in last with a fine second-pl...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
June 28, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) SOMETHINABOUTBETTY - Makes her third start of current form cycle for the Pletcher barn. Cuts back to a sprint for this and although she's winless on th...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
June 28, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) TOURN AGAIN - Probable pace-setter or prompter showed speed in a five-furlong turf sprint at Pimlico last out. Numbers are a bit light in comparison wi...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
June 28, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) SECRET SHOCKS - Halves in value for trainer Stanley Hough after showing good speed against better in most recent race on June 7. Faces a very weak grou...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
June 28, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) STAID - Nice try from an outside slot in a race won by a promising filly in Glacken's Gal. Moves inside today and meets a largely untested field. If sh...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
June 28, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) SIR JACKIE - Competed against and ran well with better company last year and early into this. Claimed by present trainer Patrick Reynolds late in the G...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
June 27, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) COMPROMISE - Broke his maiden at this distance in debut run on June 1st. Son of Point Given delivered a very professional performance for a horse makin...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
June 27, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) GRANNY FANNY - Goes first time tagged for the George Weaver barn. Big effort on the Saratoga lawn in debut appearance at two last August. Broke from a ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
June 27, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) SARAH'S SMILER - Wesley Ward trained filly was in the thick of a hotly contested pace battle against much tougher foes in last. Drops back into a claim...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
June 27, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) WHATEVERWILLBWILLB - Big effort off the bench in first race since last fall. Stayed on well the whole race from the tricky inside post going 8.5F here ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
June 27, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
( # 3) FEATHERBED - Filly showed tremendous talent at two, just missing in the Grade 1-Matron Stakes here at Belmont after breaking her maiden at Saratoga in...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #EIGHT
June 25, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) AWFULLY SMART - Talented runner comes off an explosive victory over this track and distance. Runner showed a new dimension by staying much closer to th...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #SEVEN
June 25, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 5) THISONESFORSAM - Stretches out off the five-furlong sprint try and fits this condition perfectly. Meets much less accomplished runners and only need to...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FIVE
June 25, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) AUNT DOT DOT - Scott Lake trained mare has run very well in her last pair of grass races, a win at Churchill last year and a recent second-place finish...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FIVE
June 25, 2007
2:10 PM Eastern
(# 3) GIANNA'S PRINCESS - Daughter of Point Given cuts back to five furlongs today after a fine try traveling a mile last out at Monmouth. Figure earned was ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
June 24, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) ACCOUNTFORTHEGOLD - Looks like he should be involved in the running from the start as there isn't a bundle of pace signed on. In fact his main speed ri...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
June 24, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) THE AG - Big race in only start as she broke from an outside post at today's distance. She was extremely wide the entire journey, finally cleared in la...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
June 24, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) ANEW - Seasonal debut was a troubled one, as gelding suffered a severe bumping incident at the start, had to be rushed hard into the pace, stayed on we...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
June 24, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) BIG WIG - First two-year-old maiden turf race of the season is on view. This Pletcher colt by A.P. Indy out of a Rahy mare should take to the infield g...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
June 23, 2007
5:10 PM Eastern
(# 5) YOU SURE - He ran very well in a longer race in the finale on Belmont Stakes day. Pressed or set the pace the entire race and stayed on until the end t...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
June 23, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) CAMMY'S CHOICE - Philadelphia Park invader has shown both speed and the ability to rate and pounce. This marks her first try against fellow New York St...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
June 23, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) WINAWAY - Impressive maiden-breaking win last out at this track and distance. Earned this fields highest last out speed figure and is an improving sort...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #SIX
June 23, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) BROAD RIVER - Son of Broad Brush broke his maiden in handy fashion last out in race that was washed off the turf course. Showed some promise at two, an...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
June 23, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) AMERICANUS - He was claimed out of a smashing win two back by Gary Contessa from the John Kimmel barn for $50,000. New trainer put him into an optional...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
June 22, 2007
6:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) AUTOBAHN GIRL - Zito filly has been freshened up since an early season campaign, culminating with the troubled effort in the Kentucky Oaks. On the side...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
June 22, 2007
6:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) BIG BOLD PLACE - Nice spotting by trainer Bob Barbara. Owns more wins (5) than any other member of this field. He's proven at two-turn distances and ha...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
June 22, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 9) SPECIAL FORMAT - Daughter of Dynaformer makes her second appearance under silks and gets an extra furlong to try and break her maiden. She drew a rough...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
June 22, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) SKYPA - Zito barn has been on a pretty fair roll so far this session. This colt ran his best race to date last out, finishing second at a mile against ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
June 22, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) STORM BOOT GOLD - Swift gelding from the Contessa barn moves back to the dirt, stretches out to a mile and takes a significant drop in class. Faced muc...
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bELMONT PARK Race #NINE
June 21, 2007
5:10 PM Eastern
(#6) Positive Charge - Last two tries on this surface and distance were his best races ever. Has some fine speed and may be able to wire these.
(#11) Aun...
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MONMOUTH PARK Race #SEVEN BREEDERS CUP SPRINT (G1)
June 21, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(#4) Dynamic Duo - Owns the best speed, figures and resides in the Dutrow barn. The horse to beat.
(#1) Road Not Traveled - Interesting longshot moves to...
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BELMONT PARK Race #Five
June 21, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(#8) Tactical Gold - Nice race off the layoff for trainer Dutrow, nice sign that he's returning quickly, fits at the level and Prado takes the re-ride.
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Monmouth Park Race #Four
June 21, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(#5) FARLEYSHELONWHEELS - Frankel trainee had his best race yet last out, off a three month freshening. Faces a pretty weak group. Should run well here.
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
June 20, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 9) KLASSY TRIPP - Looks like he may be the fastest of these early on, with the only horse outside of him (# 10) Our Top Cat as the only other serious spee...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
June 20, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 9) ROYAL ATTIRE - Tired in first try against winners at Monmouth, when attempting two-turns for the first time. Was under heavy pace-pressure from the sta...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
June 20, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) RAYNICK'S FAN - Gelding has shown speed in both outings to date, and has done so with pressure to his outside in both of those starts. Today he moves t...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
June 20, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) SILVER PARADISE - Tough luck loser last out as she just missed passing Southern Sass, failing in the final stride, one second later she was a length ah...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TEN
June 18, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 6) PARTY WITH PARIS - Best speed figure last out, came in second start off the Vader's claim. Showed speed while wide and continued on well just missing. ...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #SEVEN
June 18, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 4) ECRU EGRET - Good consistent performer drops in class for this after facing tougher since breaking his maiden impressively at Tampa in March 23. Geldin...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FIVE
June 18, 2007
2:10 PM Eastern
(# 9) FOUR SARATOGA - Gelding by Langfuhr is with his third good trainer in his young career. Started with Dick Dutrow, moved to Gary Contessa and is now wit...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOUR
June 18, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 6) NEW JERSEY PHIL - Horse has obviously had his problems with many gaps in his racing past. However, when he is right and in around this claiming tag he ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
June 16, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) TAKE D' TOUR - Mare won the 2006 edition of this race, and appears that she's got a very good chance at a repeat. Continues to perform well in all her ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
June 16, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) RUFFINO - Tough race on view, but I think this gelding can be competitive with these. He has shown talent since his belated debut in mid-November of la...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
June 16, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) BROGUE - Nice figure progress from start one to two, as he's learning what running style will be best for him. He's been positioned just off the leader...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
June 16, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) SILVER SOURCE - Makes second start off a seven-week freshening for trainer Dick Dutrow. Return run was in a small restricted stakes at 6.5 furlongs her...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
June 16, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) LEAP DAY - This marks runners first start ever against fellow New York breds. He's run well in all of his races against open maidens and the cutback to...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
June 15, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
( # 6) UNCLE INDY - Major improvement shown in start number two, coincided with his first start on a real dirt surface and the sweeping nature of this 8.5-fu...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
June 15, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) SUGAR SWIRL - Frankel trained filly cuts back in distance for her third start off a layoff today. She ran a deceptively good race last time out, battli...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
June 15, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) SPANKY FISCHBEIN - Trainer Pletcher needs no introduction from me to tell you he's excellent with two-year-olds. They unveiled a runner at Monmouth yes...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
June 15, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
# 3 (LADY BYAR) - Veteran mare is a bit of a specialist at middle distances of 7 and 7.5 furlongs, as she's (10-6-1-2), at these two demanding trips. She com...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
June 14, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) JUST STARTING - Veteran win machine (11) is well spotted by trainer Dove Houghton in this allowance today. Has speed, tons of experience over these, is...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
June 14, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) FORWARD MOVE - Cuts back a furlong today after finishing a fine second at the mile distance last out. He was out-kicked a bit down the lane when in a p...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
June 14, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) FERDI'S PRINCE - Lightly-raced runner comes back for trainer Rick Violette off a 2 1/2 month freshening today. Well bet in initial six-furlong sprint a...
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MONMOUTH PARK RACE Race #FOUR
June 14, 2007
2:15 PM Eastern
(# 5) BRANDON'S BEACH - Drops down and makes third start off of a layoff for trainer Dick Dutrow. Has enough speed to stay close early and go by them late.
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
June 13, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) VICTORY ASSURED - Has picked his game up since switching to the turf two starts ago. Appears to be the type who will appreciate the long sweeping turns...
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BELMONT PARK Race #Five
June 13, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) EXTON - Trainer Mott obviously is frustrated by runner's inability to get the job done. He adds blinkers to this horses's equipment today. His speed fi...
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Belmont Park Race #TWO
June 13, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) FIUMES - We'll take a stand against the Pletcher trained entry with this gelding. Been gelded as a two year old to make a better racehorse. Working fas...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #ONE
June 13, 2007
12:45 PM Eastern
(# 1 ) FATHER WEIST - Pretty good runner the first half of 2006, he was claimed by his current connections( this meet's leading trainer), raced once more tha...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #NINE
June 11, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) ANOFFICERANDALADY - Think she has a good shot at stealing this. Trainer Allard is no stranger to good horses (trained Mom's Command) put this filly awa...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #EIGHT
June 11, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) BALTIC - Runner ships down from Belmont Park for this maiden claimer. He has a work listed over this surface, so he's apparently been here a while. Tra...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #EIGHT
June 11, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) SECRET TIME - Trainer Luis Calderon claimed well-bred runner three back for $16K from Mark Hennig. Gave runner almost two months of vacation and brough...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FIVE
June 11, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) MASTER OF DANCE - Delaware's leading trainer Mike Gorham has continued winning here since opening day sends out this runner in a five-furlong maiden da...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
June 10, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) FACTUAL CONTENDER - She has become a "new" horse since moving to the grass late in 2006. She's 2-for-4 on the turf, including a small stakes last out o...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
June 10, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) HORSE THIEF - This will be one of the last sons of Distinctive Pro that you'll see, as that great New York stallion died in 2005. This horse though sti...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
June 10, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) ROCKET LEGS - You always like to see horses that raced at two-years-old and then were freshened, come back with a considerably higher speed figure firs...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
June 10, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) IN COMMAND - Dick Dutrow trained filly came back after a twelve-week freshening in Monmouth Park sprint on May 27. For the level (Optional Claiming-32K...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ELEVEN (BELMONT STAKES)
June 9, 2007
6:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) CURLIN - Won't go into a long analysis about his past as most of you know the story anyway. I think that his ability to be placed just about anywhere a...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE(THE ACORN STAKES)
June 9, 2007
5:05 PM Eastern
(# 1) DREAM RUSH - Extremely talented filly, showed tremendous ability at two, and has transferred the potential into her three-year-old season. She blitzed ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
June 9, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) BERRY BOUND - He came within three lengths of a good Zito colt named Helsinki in a maiden race at Gulfstream in late March, though they finished second...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
June 9, 2007
1:10 PM Eastern
(# 4) HESANOLDSALT - A remarkably tough-luck season for this hard hitter. Has been in three photographs this season winning one and losing two. Also has a se...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
June 9, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 9) PROM PARTY - Found herself running in traffic for the majority of the race last time which takes a lot out of any horse. She shook clear in mid-stretch...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TEN
June 8, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) DISTORTED REALITY - Had a very wide trip in the two-turn stake at Churchill last out. Despite that, he ran well and stayed on well. Has had a month to ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
June 8, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 11) CLAY'S RUN - Just missed in well-bet seasonal and three-year-old debut. Was out gamed late by a runner with much more experience and she was on the ou...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
June 8, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) NEW YORK DIXIE - She has spent her entire career racing against "open" company maidens. Has speed figures that tower over these and she gets to face fe...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
June 8, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) HERE TO PLEASE - Contessa runner moves outside which should be good for his close-up stalking tactics. He drops a bit in class for this and it's actual...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
June 7, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) DAVE - Tackles mostly open foes today, but veteran has done so before and at this stage of his career it makes little or no difference. Nice return whe...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
June 7, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) ZIPPY MISSY - Former stakes performer makes another comeback today, after stringing four pretty good races together this past winter on the Aqueduct in...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
June 7, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) SWEET RANSOM - All races on career resume are good, with speed figure improvement shown in each and every race. Bred top and bottom for turf success, s...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
June 7, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
( # 1) TIZNOW MY LOVE - Makes his third start of his cycle, season and career today. Cuts back in distance and drops from $35K maiden claimers down to $20K f...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
June 6, 2007
5:05 PM Eastern
(# 9) TEE WITH THE TIGER - All races are good, all on the turf, the two best at this distance and track. Makes third start of the season, worked well for thi...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOUR
June 6, 2007
4:05 PM Eastern
(# 3) BUDDHAS'S PLEASURE - Very speedy filly performed well at Gulfstream Park before coming to Delaware Park. Finished third in her only start here when com...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
June 6, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) NOW MORE THAN EVER - Only her third start of the season and second off a two month layoff. It's encouraging to see Kimmel run filly in basically back-t...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
June 6, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) FREEDOM ISN'T FREE - Nice run off a three month vacation. Return at one mile against better should set Galluscio trained horse up well for this event. ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
June 6, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 9) STRAIGHT ROMANCE - Barclay Tagg trained gelding has put together two back-to-back fine performances in last pair. All his turf races are above par, and...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #EIGHT
June 4, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 5) STEEL PIER - Trainer Larry Jones (of Hard Spun) fame has been doing quite well in this, his second season at Delaware Park. This horse ran well at Jone...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #SEVEN
June 4, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 6) COACH CHANEY - Makes first start off a six-month rehab by trainer Scott Lake. Ran well on turf in initial outing last September. Training very well rig...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #SIX
June 4, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 3) CUBAN LARRY - Drops in class for trainer Jayne Vaders and also cuts back in distance to 5.5 furlongs. Last time at this distance running for $15,000 he...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #THREE
June 4, 2007
1:35 PM Eastern
( # 2) GRAND IN GREY - Looks like the main speed from the rail in her distance and two-turn debut. Trainer Tim Ritchey gave this filly a pair of educational ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
June 3, 2007
5:05 PM Eastern
(# 8) TOMORROW's NANO - As I recall, she proved a tough one to ride in her two races at Saratoga last season. She was trapped down on the hedge in both races...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
June 3, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
( # 1A) STUNT MAN - Has improved a lot since going to Contessa off the claim four races ago. Figure rise is a good one, and ran a nice fourth at this track i...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
June 3, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) MY LITTLE MAN - Getting better with racing, this George Weaver trained gelding has been well supported at the windows in short, three-race career. Spee...
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MONMOUTH PARK Race #TWO
June 3, 2007
1:05 PM Eastern
(# 1) YOUNG GLORY - Daughter of Fusaichi Pegasus has certainly been an under achiever so far in her five-race career. Interestingly this race marks her first...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
June 2, 2007
5:05 PM Eastern
(# 4) FREUDIAN - Colt's seasonal debut was on this course and distance on May 11. That marked his first start since last September. Colt showed some good spe...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
June 2, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 9 ) NOAH A - Very nice return to competition after a ten-month hiatus. He has his problems, but has never failed to give a good account of himself. His fi...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
June 2, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) BLACK ADONIS - Ran a new figure top in last and it was his initial race over this surface. He has experience on many of his rivals, draws the inside, h...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
June 2, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) TIGHT GRIP - This race has almost $3,000,000 of horse-flesh, none of whom have won a race at age three and up. "Grip" had a nice debut on the Keeneland...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
June 2, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) DOUBLE DOWN DIXIE - Comes here sharp as a tack from Tampa Bay. Loves sprinting on the turf and this is not a strong gathering. Draws a good attack post...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
June 1, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) TALKING TREASURE - Improving filly from the Ken and Sarah Ramsay barn, took the Bouwerie stakes over this surface at seven furlongs in last. The quick ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
June 1, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) COUTH - Appears to be coming around to a peak effort, after two return starts off of a six-month vacation. Style, figures, record on this course: (5-2-...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
June 1, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) AL BASHA - No doubt horse was going to be victorious in last if he didn't veer in sharply late, losing his rider. Trainer Penna, like his father is a v...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
June 1, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) CASH'S GIRL - McLaughlin barn has been on a roll for almost 18 months and I believe that's where it's going to stay. Master trainer has reached the lev...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
June 1, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) SCUTTLEBUTT - Today filly drops down for the Tony Dutrow barn off of a pair of allowances at Delaware Park. Flashed speed in both and the drop into thi...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
May 31, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 9) ASTORIA SWEETHEART - Well bet in both starts at two last season. Ran a remote fourth to the talented Sagamoon in race right here at Belmont last Oct. C...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
May 31, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) MAKDERAH - Beautifully bred filly, by English list topper Danehill, out of a Mr. Prospector mare. All her races against straight fillies are excellent....
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
May 31, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 9) JUSTY - Mott colt ran very well over the turf at this distance and track in last. Was beaten by a long shot first time starter. Speed figure earned tow...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
May 31, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) WINSOME WAYS - Filly looks set for a peak effort in third start of the season. She raced once on grass in initial start at Gulfstream Park in January. ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
May 31, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) GLACKEN'S GAL - Trainer Todd Pletcher is no stranger to success with two-year-olds. Filly by fine first-out sire Smoke Glacken, was training very well ...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #SEVEN
May 30, 2007
7:20 PM Eastern
(# 2) SILVER Z - Only bad race on mare's resume came at Sunland Park two back when she had to race without "Bute" which is illegal in New Mexico. Trainer Bri...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #SIX
May 30, 2007
6:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) SUIT YOURSELF - Nice try first out when pretty well supported at the windows. Saved ground, split horses, came around and finished well to run second. ...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #FIVE
May 30, 2007
6:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) HOLY LARK - Enters this race in fine form at present. Trainer Dan Hendricks ran gelding long off a slight vacation, then dropped him in price and dista...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FIVE
May 30, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) ROCKY BLUE - Hard to ignore anything trainer Steve Klesaris sends out at this track. So far he is: (24-13-5-1), and has been victorious with all types ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TEN
May 28, 2007
5:40 PM Eastern
(# 11) KAL EL - Very speedy gelding returns to the scene of his two best efforts ever at this track, distance and surface. Not a lot of other speed that's vi...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TEN
May 28, 2007
5:40 PM Eastern
(# 11) KAL EL - Very speedy gelding returns to the scene of his two best efforts ever at this track, distance and surface. Not a lot of other speed that's vi...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
May 28, 2007
5:10 PM Eastern
(# 3) PERFECT BULLETT - Two very fine efforts at Gulfstream for Stronach's "B" trainer Brian Lynch. Very difficult to debut in a grass race around two-turns ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT (METROPOLITAN HANDICAP)
May 28, 2007
4:35 PM Eastern
(# 4) SUN KING - Very nice, game, tough try in seasonal bow after seven months on the sidelines. But what else would you expect from horse that always brings...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
May 28, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) ORGANIZER - He ran a good third in return after a six month vacation. Has always been a hard hitter, especially here at Belmont where his slate reads: ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
May 28, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) THUNDERESTIMATE - He had very impressive performances in his only two appearances to date, both on the grass. First was at Saratoga as a two-year-old, ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
May 28, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
( #'s 1 and 1A) MARITAL ASSET and WINSTRELLA - Either half of this high powered entry will do, but both would be a bonus. Marital Asset has raced well in all...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
May 28, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) SEEKING NO MORE - Beautifully bred colt by Dynaformer, ran twice out of town this year before coming back to face fellow New York breeds. Tackled strai...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
May 27, 2007
5:05 PM Eastern
(# 11) JESSE'S JUSTICE - Looks like graduation day for daughter of fine sire Lear Fan. Todd Pletcher trained filly has two excellent grass races at Gulfstrea...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
May 27, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) CONGO KING - Colt was very highly thought of at one time. Colt is still only four, so whatever problems he's had, may be a thing of the past. Patrick B...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
May 27, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) HIGH FINANCE - This is a very contentious race on view with many possibilities, making for a good wagering race. "Finance" can fire off a big race and ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
May 27, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) IN A HAZE - Clement runner tried Keeneland's Polytrack in her debut run on Apr. 14. Distance of seven furlongs is a difficult one to begin a career. Fi...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
May 26, 2007
5:05 PM Eastern
(# 3) VICTORY ASSURED - Last race, he went to the post without blinkers, without front bandages and ran on the turf for the first time. Result produced was h...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
May 26, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 13) NO PAROLE - Hard hitting veteran needs a scratch in the main body of the race to compete. He's the only horse on the also-eligible list, so he needs j...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
May 26, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) SMOKY CHIMNEY - New York bred gelding had an eventful beginning to his career at Gulfstream Park on Feb. 24. Was bet rather well at the windows against...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
May 26, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
( # 3) LEMON LAW - Robert Frankel trained runner has never run a bad race on the grass in his entire career. He has performed well on three different courses...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
May 25, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) MOHEGAN SKY - Filly picked up her game this past winter at Gulfstream Park, running well sprinting five furlongs on the turf and earning speed figures ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
May 25, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) VISION OF SUNRISE - Broke his maiden in last on the grass here at Belmont, and at the same distance he's running today. Figure achieved was his best ev...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
May 25, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) STRAIGHT BLUSH - Maiden claimer draws a pretty poor group on paper. "Blush" reached a new figure top in last, which marked the third consecutive improv...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
May 25, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) MAMA THERESA - Versatile filly has been firing good races ever since she came back from a freshening in December. These one-turn distance races at Belm...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
May 24, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) MANSION OF THOUGHT - Dutrow trained colt started three times during the winter meeting on Aqueduct's inner surface. Performed better in each successive...
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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #THREE
May 24, 2007
2:15 PM Eastern
(# 11) LORD MARSHAL - Bernie Flint trainee started career in maiden special over Keeneland's Polytrack surface at six-furlongs, then was dropped to $30K for ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
May 24, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
( # 3) RAVEN H - Three-year-old broke her maiden on Aqueduct's inner surface on Feb. 22 posting a huge number for a maiden of this type. Bush gave her a coup...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
May 24, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 1A) SUN SHOWER - Second half of the Gary Contessa trained entry was sent to Delaware Park for a maiden affair along with a Contessa two-year-old who whist...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
May 23, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) TWILIGHT METEOR - Pletcher charge has been given some time off after only two starts to begin his three-year-old season. Except for the last start, the...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
May 23, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 5 ) MADAME MANGUY - Australian bred mare by Funny Cide's sire Distorted Humor, makes first appearance in a claiming race in this country after facing much...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
May 23, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(#'s 1 and 1A) INDIAN WAR DANCE & IR. Majesty - Dutrow entry looks plenty tough in here. Names separate riders so it's possible that both will compete. We'll...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
May 23, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) EXCLUSIVE FLEET - Linda Rice runner has been away from the races since November of last year. Broke maiden at Delaware in initial appearance, then ran ...
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PIMLICO Race #TWELVE(BLACK- EYED SUSAN)
May 18, 2007
5:40 PM Eastern
(# 3) BARONESS THATCHER - Not the most star-studded field to compete in this prestigious event. "Baroness" is fields most accomplished runner and also the on...
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PIMLICO Race #NINE
May 18, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 4) SOUTH NECKING - South American import is sure to face some early heat from Unbridled Sidney, but if she can secure an inside ground-saving position, sh...
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PIMLICO Race #SEVEN
May 18, 2007
3:10 PM Eastern
(# 1) ACCOUNTANT'S DREAM - Thought the rider waited a bit too long in the last race when he appeared to have some run but waited until the outside pack surro...
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PIMLICO Race #THREE
May 18, 2007
1:10 PM Eastern
(# 1) YANKEE PRIDE - Maiden race for three and up is essentially for all threes as the only older runner signed on is the No. 10 horse. "Pride" raced twice a...
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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #NINE
May 17, 2007
5:15 PM Eastern
(# 6) MAXEY BOY - Logical selection, raced well in only two starts to date which came as a two-year-old last season at Saratoga. Expensive Darley Stable year...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
May 17, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) OFFICER MACTURF - Showed some promise at two on the turf up at Saratoga, with a couple of wide journeys from outside posts going two-turns. Speed figur...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
May 17, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 9) GLAMOUR STAR - Filly makes the all important first start against her fellow state-breds. Matz stable has been heating up down at Delaware, and this fil...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
May 17, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 9 ) THE VIN MAN - Beaten in last at Delaware by a Michael Matz trained runner from Gulfstream Park, The Vin Man continued on well to best a Zito colt name...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #SEVEN
May 16, 2007
6:20 PM Eastern
(# 5) LADY LA BELLE - Likes to run, run hard and win. What more can you ask? Mullins trained filly is coming off a six-week freshening, but that's not a prob...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #SIX
May 16, 2007
5:50 PM Eastern
(# 5) MOOGIE - Filly came off of a two month freshening in last and set a very fast pace on the lead before tiring late in the lane. Can try those tactics ag...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
May 16, 2007
4:35 PM Eastern
(# 1) CHEROKEE COUNTRY - Versatile, consistent performer could have been had for $15,000 on January 7, when he was winning his second career race. Has rocket...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
May 16, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(#'s 1 and 1A) NIRGAL & FORWARD MOVE - High quality, formidable entry is sent out by trainer Christopher Clement, although only one will be allowed to compet...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TEN
May 14, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 1) C B RHYTHM - She comes back to the races after about a three-month hiatus for trainer Robert Seeger. Her form had tailed off and the drop down to $5000...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FIVE
May 14, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) CHANCELLERY - Like the fact that he comes back quickly after his first race of 2007, which was on May 2 at Atlantic City. Colt had a wide post that day...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOUR
May 14, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 5) CHEROKEE FLAPPER - Comes here by way of the Fair Grounds in New Orleans, where he made two starts for his new trainer Jeffrey Trosclair. Colt had spent...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #THREE
May 14, 2007
1:15 PM Eastern
(# 3) OUR LAUNCH TICKET - Lot of speed signed on here with four horses stretching out to a route. That should set the stage for "Ticket" who should inherit t...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
May 13, 2007
5:05 PM Eastern
(# 6) COME FLY AWAY - Gray filly trained at Palm Meadows over the winter without starting in Florida. Made her debut at Keeneland at a demanding distance (se...
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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #EIGHT
May 13, 2007
4:55 PM Eastern
(# 4) LAST KITTEN - Ken and Sarah Ramsey owned filly had a useful first start over the Keeneland Polytrack on Apr. 12. Tough distance to start your career at...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
May 13, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
(# 10 ) THE AG - Filly by the fine turf sire Bahri, makes belated debut for the Todd Pletcher barn. Trained all winter at Palm Meadows training center in Flo...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
May 13, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) IMAGISTIC - Flat mile on the turf should be right up this runners alley. Filly showed some promise at two, being competitive in both starts, the second...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
May 12, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) STONEWOOD - Tough, hard-hitting veteran runner fits the conditions well. He has been gingerly handled by the latest connections - Mike Hushion trainer....
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
May 12, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 5) JUSTY - Belmont always runs quite a few of these six-furlong turf races and it's a nice switch, as they're one of the few tracks that offer this combin...
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MONMOUTH Race #SIX
May 12, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 1) SILVER KING - Runner encountered trouble at the start of Delaware debut run on Apr. 29. Place horse easily broke maiden in next start. Colt returns qui...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
May 12, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) STATELY PEGASUS - New York-bred maiden ran extremely well in his last three starts - all on grass. He tackled open company maidens at Gulfstream Park t...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
May 12, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
( # 3) HOLY CANYON - Jerken's runner was ultra-impressive in only appearance of his career on Apr. 21. Expensive ($250,000) son of Holy Bull, had indicated i...
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CALDER Race #EIGHT
May 11, 2007
5:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) BIG WAVE DAVE - We'll take a chance that "Dave" can make use of his fine speed today at five furlongs and get to the rail from his inside post and play...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
May 11, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 10 ) COMEONBOOTS - Weak maiden event on view in Friday's finale. "Boots" has been competitive at this level since dropping in for this tag two starts ago....
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CALDER Race #FIVE
May 11, 2007
4:35 PM Eastern
(# 4) B L'S MA DOOR - Became a good reliable race horse late in 2006 and continued his good performances into 2007. He broke his maiden in fine fashion early...
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BELMONT PARK Race #THREE
May 11, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) MOST DISTINGUISHED - Expensive colt ($500,000) by Dixie Union has a huge figure advantage over this field at this point in time. A couple of others hav...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #FIVE
May 10, 2007
6:20 PM Eastern
(# 10) PEACE ACCORD - Sise runner returns from a six-week vacation, after looking like he was getting ready to break his maiden. Bertrando gelding had put to...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
May 10, 2007
5:10 PM Eastern
(# 4) FORZA BRUTA - Gelding cost less than the jockey's saddle. Sold for $1500 at auction, he's run well in all three of his starts to date and the surface d...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
May 10, 2007
4:05 PM Eastern
(# 6) TSURIS - Think this will prove to be a useful runner for Gary Contessa off the recent claim. Well bred gelding by Smoke Glacken is relatively lightly r...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
May 10, 2007
3:35 PM Eastern
(# 5) WHEELABOY - Zito barn has been heating up a bit at Belmont after a very slow beginning to 2007. This particular gelding has picked up his game after hi...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #EIGHT
May 9, 2007
7:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) MORE SHINE - Has several worthy opponents in No. 2 Game A.P., No. 4 The Big One and No. 8 Cherokee Tear. "Shine" had a wide trip in last at Santa Anita...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
May 9, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) SAINT CHI CHI - Dutrow runner had a wide post in last over Aqueduct's turf course, with its extremely tight turns. Never got untracked in race with a r...
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BELMONT PARK Race #EIGHT
May 9, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 6) BUSTIN STONES - Impressive colt by Citz Zip has been just sensational to date winning first start on Mar. 24 over Aqueduct's inner track by seven lengt...
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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #ONE
May 9, 2007
1:15 PM Eastern
(# 6) HAKKA WOMAN - HAKKA WOMAN - Pitts drops filly down to $15,000 off string of races against better at Gulfstream. Her style may have been dictated by her...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #EIGHT
May 7, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) MISS BEVERLY - This filly looks like the front-end is hers for the taking in this spot. She has been sprinting most of her career for trainer Marty Cir...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #EIGHT
May 7, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) SETTIMO CIELO - Mare is a pretty tough racehorse when she's in shape. Probably needed her last as she hadn't run in two months. That's been her pattern...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #SEVEN
May 7, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) SEABROOK CHARMER - Looks like the best horse here for this demanding distance of nine furlongs. Comes to Delaware by way of Gulfstream Park, where she ...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #ONE
May 7, 2007
12:25 PM Eastern
(# 1) AUTUMN'S DREAM - Probable pacesetter has the rail and is coming off of a sharp effort at five furlongs at the abbreviated Atlantic City meet where all ...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #SIX
May 6, 2007
6:50 PM Eastern
(# 4) CHOCOLATE LAVA - Expensive filly, $400,000, is coming off of a short freshening. She ran well in her first four efforts which all came between Dec. 06 ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
May 6, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) PROM PARTY - Looks like this Pletcher-trained filly is sitting on a big race today. She debuted in a seven-furlong dirt race at Gulfstream Park on Feb....
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BELMONT PARK Race #SIX
May 6, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
(# 1) OMAHA BEACH - It's taken several starts, but this Contessa claim appears to be sitting on a win. Taken for $75,000 dollars on Feb. 7, gelding by Tactic...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
May 6, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
( # 4) EULOGIZE - Filly came here from Britain in fall of last season. Started twice in England, the initial one on turf against males ran an ok third. Follo...
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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #TEN (KENTUCKY DERBY)
May 5, 2007
6:00 PM Eastern
(# 14) SCAT DADDY - Welcome to this years edition of the Derby. There have been other runnings that had as many possible contenders as this one, but not with...
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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #EIGHT
May 5, 2007
3:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) PUSSYCAT DOLL - Accomplished but fragile runner makes only her second start of the past year in this, the 21st running of the Humana Distaff Handicap. ...
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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #FOUR
May 5, 2007
12:25 PM Eastern
(# 2) CONSECRATION - This trainer is not known for pushing his horses too much when they are two-years-old. This colt by Pulpit is no exception, having a pai...
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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #THREE
May 5, 2007
12:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) CUTE CAKES - Three-year-old filly by Lemon Drop Kid resides in the barn of top trainer Neil Howard. She did not start at two last season, as can be sai...
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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #ELEVEN
May 4, 2007
6:20 PM Eastern
(# 6) CODIO - Runner only made one appearance at two, at this track and distance on Nov. 25 last year. Rumored to have some talent, colt by Doneraille Court ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
May 4, 2007
3:55 PM Eastern
(# 6) FOR GILL - Runner comes to Contessa barn by way of Florida, where this colt has made all of his lifetime starts. Colt spent most of his racing days com...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FOUR
May 4, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 4) DRAMA LADY - Expensive yearling, $250,000 by Tale of the Cat, has had a successful start to her career. Wintered in Florida with the Hennig barn mis-ra...
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BELMONT PARK Race #TWO
May 4, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) LUNAR RENDEVOUS - Very consistent older mare rarely fails to run her race. She had a successful and busy winter on Aqueduct's inner track starting six ...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #THREE
May 3, 2007
5:20 PM Eastern
(# 12) WIDOWER CREEK - Gallagher trained filly should be dead fit after having had an eight-furlong, mile, and a two-turn turf race under her belt. Has taken...
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BELMONT PARK Race #NINE
May 3, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 9) KARAKORUM ELEKTRA - Showed some ability in debut on Apr. 13 when she ran a fine second while very wide in six-furlong sprint on Aqueduct's main track. ...
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BELMONT PARK Race #FIVE
May 3, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) FIGHTING SPEEDY - One of the few horses that Dick Dutrow has claimed that haven't enjoyed instant success. He sent filly into a short rehab period afte...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
May 3, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) DEVILISH TOM - Horse claimed by Tony Dutrow three starts back from Scott Schwartz for $20K. He has run gelding twice since the claim both at a mile, on...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #SIX
May 2, 2007
6:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) RARE AND WILD - Runner has been working very well over this surface for some time now. Made only start here at two in December of last season. Runner w...
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BELMONT PARK Race #SEVEN
May 2, 2007
4:05 PM Eastern
(# 9) MENISCUS - Consistent, quality gelding rarely runs a poor race. Came back at this meeting last season off of a longer layoff than this and just missed ...
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BELMONT Race #FOUR
May 2, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 12) SEEKING NO MORE - Lightly raced well bred son of Dynaformer makes third start of his career. Ran once at both Gulfstream Park and Keeneland to improve...
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BELMONT PARK Race #ONE
May 2, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 1) TRUMAN'S GOLD - This McLaughlin runner just plain looks faster than the others signed on. Stalked in last, but just could not get by a Paranek stable f...
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April 2007 Premium Picks
PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TEN
April 30, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 4) THISISFORDEB - Has the best early speed of this group, and may be able to clear early without too much pressure on her. Race last out is not as bad as ...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #SIX
April 30, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 4) I'M URBANE - Liked him in his last at Laurel. Had perfect position in one turn mile, ranged up around turn, was set down by rider but tired in mid stre...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FIVE
April 30, 2007
2:10 PM Eastern
( # 1) SWEET PRE NUP - Filly has improved dramatically since coming under trainer Bob seeger's care. He claimed her at Turfway Park in late Dec, and she was ...
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DELAWARE PARK Race #FOUR
April 30, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 4) HONOR BE GIVEN - Robert Klesaris and Ramon Dominguez used to be a lethal combination in the not too distant past. Klesaris has fallen on some hard time...
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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #TEN
April 29, 2007
5:15 PM Eastern
(# 4) PRESIDE - Have to throw out his three efforts on Polytrack, as he is just not the same runner on that surface. Has run very well over this track withou...
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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #NINE
April 29, 2007
4:45 PM Eastern
(# 1) JUSTA STREAK - Colt from the Todd Pletcher barn is very speedy individual. Combination of getting involved in speed duel from inside post, and mile dis...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
April 29, 2007
3:20 PM Eastern
(# 7) TAKEN NOT GIVEN - Colt became a much better racehorse the minute he set foot on the turf. Nice to see him compete in the off the turf race on 4/18, as ...
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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #SIX
April 29, 2007
3:10 PM Eastern
(# 3) CRESTED - Lightly raced gelding should be approaching a peak effort, with two starts behind him, after a couple of months to refresh himself. Competed ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
April 29, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) BIT O WHIMSY - Trainer Barclay Tagg has been on fire, especially with his turf runners since coming north from Gulfstream. This filly looks similar to ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
April 29, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 2) KARAKORUM STARLET - Lots of speed lined up here, so the early rating gear just off the pace this filly has should come in handy. Ran second last out, a...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
April 29, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) PSYCHOTIC REACTION - Had no choice other than to be very hard used early on when drawing the rail in the mud last time out. That's a pretty seasoned cr...
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CALDER Race #THIRTEEN
April 28, 2007
6:20 PM Eastern
(# 7) SOARING STORM - Drops to lowest level ever, and returns to main track, trying to get elusive first victory. In actuality her three best finishes have c...
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CALDER Race #TEN
April 28, 2007
4:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) POTRA CLASICA - Wolfson trained mare has become steady, consistent runner after a few sub-par races in the first half of 2006. Was sent to the sideline...
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TAMPA BAY DOWNS Race #TEN
April 28, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) ANGLERS REEF - Gerald Bennett trained runner has been given brief freshening by master Horseman. Hit a triple speed figure in last race, something only...
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CALDER Race #SEVEN
April 28, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 4) ANNABILL - Proven filly at all levels and especially likes 7F, as she is 2 for 2 at that distance, both races coming here at Calder. Has been freshened...
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CALDER Race #SIX
April 28, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) RATHER CLEVER - Son of Montbrook was bet down to favoritism in debut at Tampa on 3/16. Had an outside draw and made sweeping move around turn to reach ...
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CALDER Race #FOUR
April 28, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 8) NOMBRE de DIOS - Hennig runner has displayed strong closing ability in seven of his last eight races. Appears to enjoy having his races about five to s...
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KEENELAND RACE COURSE Race #EIGHT
April 27, 2007
4:45 PM Eastern
(# 4) MUSEEB - After several route efforts early in his career, trainer Kiaran McLaughlin has kept this horse by Danzig sprinting over turf, and now Polytrac...
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KEENELAND RACE COURSE Race #FOUR
April 27, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 9) LA BOMBA - Filly only faced starter once at two, at Belmont, when in the barn of Chris Clement. Switched to the stable of Eddie Kenneally, she has run ...
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KEENELAND RACE COURSE Race #TWO
April 27, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 11) DRAM - Zito runner is the only four year old signed on for this 7F event, and he holds a big edge in that he has started, run well, and competed at th...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
April 27, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
( # 7) ROYAL SPAULDING - At press time, forecast was for possible rain in the Northeast area of the country. So in accordance, we'll make this selection for ...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #SEVEN
April 27, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 3 ) WATCH ME WIN - Runner comes into this race in good racing condition, and has some speed to his credit, in a race that lacks such on paper. Filly is eq...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #FOUR
April 26, 2007
5:40 PM Eastern
(# 5) VIDCLIP - Has picked up his game significantly recently for trainer Art Sherman, running second at 6F and at a mile at Santa Anita. Faces a mixed group...
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KEENELAND RACE COURSE Race #EIGHT
April 26, 2007
4:45 PM Eastern
(# 4) CHATAIN - Lightly raced four year old has displayed immense talent in very limited career to date. Son of Forest Wildcat has never had a speed figure u...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
April 26, 2007
4:40 PM Eastern
(# 3) HANGINGBYATHREAD - Son of Giant's Causeway draws the hedge in rather weak race for the level. Worked well at Palm Meadows before initial race on 3/8 at...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT-NINE(DOUBLE)
April 26, 2007
4:15 PM Eastern
(#1) MARITAL ASSET - They don't tend to run this 9F distance over the Main track as much as they did in the past. "Asset" is the in form speed closest to the...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
April 26, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 5) FUNNY BOY - Owns what appears to be the best early foot of any of these runners. Cut out :22 and :46 and change fractions in latest try over sloppy sur...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
April 26, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 7) VICTORY FOR SIERRA - Tagg runner could not have found an easier spot to get elusive maiden victory. Figures are better than any reached by the other fi...
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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #FOUR
April 25, 2007
5:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) ONE SOCK WONDER - Three year old has put together three solid races in a row at Santa Anita at two-turn mile. Cuts back in distance to 7F today which o...
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KEENELAND RACE COURSE Race #EIGHT
April 25, 2007
4:45 PM Eastern
(# 7) SAFARI QUEEN - Pletcher mare with "Johnny V." signed on looms prohibitive favorite in the 46th running of the Bewitch Stakes. Since coming from Argenti...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
April 25, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 6) VICTORIOUS AFFAIR - Colt broke maiden with impressive performance, winning despite stumbling at the start. That was his first effort with blinkers and ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
April 25, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 1) MIGHTY GULCH - Veteran comes off a fine victory sprinting, earning what is by far and away the highest speed figure reached by any of these horses in r...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
April 25, 2007
2:15 PM Eastern
(# 7) STRAIGHT ROMANCE - Expensive yearling,($110,000) finds a likely spot to pick up initial victory. Holds a decided figure edge in race with many with spo...
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TAMPA BAY Race #ELEVEN
April 23, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 1) L's LIGHTNING - Filly drops back in for a tag for the first time since getaway race in California at Santa Anita on Jan.18, before coming to Tampa. Com...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FOUR
April 23, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 12) MATTINGLY - Been freshened up again by Joe Orseno after a poor effort against better at the one-turn mile at Gulfstream Park on Feb. 18. Has never run...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #THREE
April 23, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 2) MR. TACK - Don't normally like horses with this many starts, but he sports the fields highest figures overall, has a bit of tactical speed, has been th...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #ONE
April 23, 2007
12:25 PM Eastern
( # 10) FITTIPALDI - Runner comes here by way of Turfway Park where he was competitive at higher levels on the Polytrack surface. Makes his first start for "...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TWO
April 22, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) RUNS IN THE FAMILY - Runner was claimed away from Art Sherman by Jorge Alcala in last start. Sherman had him headed in the right direction and has been...
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KEENELAND Race #FIVE
April 22, 2007
3:10 PM Eastern
(# 8) MARIETTA - Darley Stable representative is returning from a bit of a freshening having gone to the sidelines after running in two consecutive nine-furl...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
April 22, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) UPTOTHECHALLENGE - Weak field on view in this seven-furlong claimer for fillies and mares three and up that have never won three races. No straight thr...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
April 22, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 4) GHOST DANCING - Very impressive in breaking maiden in last start. Grey filly beat the gate, opening up three lengths in first 100 yards then going on c...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
April 22, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) TRIUMPHAL - Good effort in initial race on March 10, on the inner surface. Was up near lead in swiftly-paced maiden special event, made move to the fro...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
April 21, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 4) ANY LIMIT - Appears to hold all the aces in this race. Has enough quality speed to take the lead at any time jockey decides is right. Figures, running ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
April 21, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 8) UNIGOLD - As is typical of these early turf events there are many runners coming off of extended layoffs and others having one start behind them to get...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
April 21, 2007
3:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) BUILDING NEW ERA - Runner makes first appearance of 2007 for trainer Gary Contessa. He closed out the previous year with a monstrous performance on the...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FOUR
April 21, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) PECUNIA - Filly was claimed out of last race by Patrick Reynolds whose barn has picked up momentum as this meeting has progressed. Has the two highest ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
April 20, 2007
4:15 PM Eastern
(# 6) SHORT FUSE TARA - Not surprisingly, this filly has stepped up her game since being claimed by Gary Contessa three starts ago. Most of the speed is insi...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
April 20, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) GREG'S LASSY - It is indeed rare to see a runner improve its figures from first to second start as much as this filly did. Filly ran a nice pace-prompt...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
April 20, 2007
3:20 PM Eastern
(# 2) SPARKSFLY - Gullo runner is the only in-form speed signed on in this race. The other potential front-runner, No. 7 Serious Song? hasn't started since l...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
April 20, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 2) RC LISP - Filly was sent to the sidelines by trainer John Toscano after late January start, which was her first in-the-money finish and not coincidenta...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
April 19, 2007
4:45 PM Eastern
(# 6) SHOW OF COLORS - This race has exactly the same conditions as today's fourth event with the only difference being the seven-furlong distance instead of...
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PIMLICO Race #SEVEN
April 19, 2007
3:55 PM Eastern
(# 2) SHTOKMAN - Resides in the barn of top Horseman Rodney Jenkins. Has been extremely unlucky after getting acclimated to U.S., all three races in which ru...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
April 19, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(CONTESSA ENTRY, 1 and 1A ) BABY BOOTS (MISSMEWHENIMGONE) - Important to note right off the go that only ONE of these runners will compete in this event, as ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
April 19, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 4) NATIVE HALL - Asmussen maiden appears to hold a decided figure and tactical edge over his rivals in this six-furlong maiden claiming event. Ran too goo...
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KEENELAND Race #NINE
April 18, 2007
3:10 PM Eastern
(# 1) POLYSHEBA - As per the prevalent "rumor" about turf horses liking Polytrack, there is ample turf runners signed on in this nine-furlong race on the "al...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FIVE
April 18, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) HONORED GOLD - Freshened-up making first start for Peter Walder which is always a deadly angle. Combine that with Walder's new acquisitions returning o...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
April 18, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) BARBARA'S WILDCAT - Ran a very good second in debut when part of a Pletcher trained entry. Winner was a very impressive Anthony Dutrow filly named Ghos...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
April 18, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) SONNY'S PAJAMAS - Runner returns at same level he was claimed at on 3/7 by trainer Gregory Prima who is batting 6 for 12 with all runners in 2007. Colt...
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TAMPA BAY Race #SEVEN
April 16, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 3) SUZEE SURPRISE - Abbreviated sprint on tap here for maiden three-year-old old fillies. "Suzee" ran a very good second in only outing at two which came ...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FIVE
April 16, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 3) SIX CROSS ROADS - Logical selection has run three consecutive excellent races since coming to Tampa Bay from Woodbine this past December. Easily defeat...
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FINGER LAKES Race #TWO
April 16, 2007
1:35 PM Eastern
(# 3) LAKE BUTLER - Appears to be the speed nearest the rail which was the place to be on opening day Saturday. Has shown good early kick in all his starts t...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TWO
April 16, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 10) CONGRESSIONAL RUN - Veteran drops to the lowest level of his career in this two-turn event. Was sprinted and sent long at Aqueduct on Feb 23 and battl...
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SANTA ANITA Race #SIX
April 15, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) ELUSIVE NO MORE - Was cooked in a speed duel in last race when sent five deep around the turn before tiring badly late. Expensive yearling - $125K, put...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #NINE
April 15, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 9) TRULY LOVED - Moves back to the dirt for second start off of a short layoff. Plunges down in claiming price after trainer Stanley Hough ran her in a gr...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TWO
April 15, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) DART RIVER - Son of El Corredor should be fit enough after his two recent sprints to make his first distance attempt a win. Ran nice third in latest af...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #TWO
April 15, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) SWEETEN WITH GOLD - Maiden runner is making fifth start at this long meeting. In all probability he would have won a race already if not for his own ba...
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OAKLAWN PARK Race #ELEVEN(ARKANSAS DERBY)
April 14, 2007
5:45 PM Eastern
(# 3) OFFICER ROCKET - Trainer Bob Holthus won this race last year with Lawyer Ron who now resides in the Todd Pletcher barn. Colt showed significant ability...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
April 14, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) ONE GOOD MAN - Was competitive at this level without breaking through the condition for most of last year. Went to the sidelines after his worst effort...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #THREE
April 14, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 10) JOYFUL ACRES - A combination of the drop down from $50,000 to $25,000 and the reduction of quality stock still on the grounds makes this a good spot f...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
April 14, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) GHOST MOUNTAIN - Appears to be the speed nearest the rail in this six-furlong Saturday opener at the Big A. Has picked up his game figure wise since th...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FIVE
April 13, 2007
6:05 PM Eastern
(# 10) NATIONHOOD - Everything looks like a go today for five-year-old making third start of current form cycle. Obviously has problems, but that can be said...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TWO
April 13, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
( # 3) SAIL ON SUNSHINE - Runner broke a little late in last from wide post (No. 10) on March 21. In previous start should have had her picture taken when jo...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
April 13, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 7) ALTESSE - 1-for-1 over a wet track and 2-for-4 at a mile, she looks well spotted returning and dropping off the layoff. Finished a game second around t...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
April 13, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 5) GENEROSITY - Appears to be cycling back to a career best effort. She made a strong wide move into a slow early pace after departing from the rail on Fe...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
April 12, 2007
4:45 PM Eastern
(# 12) WHAT'S THE SCOOP - Appears to be the controlling speed on the drop into a maiden claimer and switching pilots. Set a very quick pace on Feb. 25, her f...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
April 12, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 1A) PULPITEER - Has run well in all three grass starts and would have won on 9/9/06 with a better post and a trouble-free trip. Flew home to get the place...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
April 12, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 6) RASPBERRY - Exits an extremely fast race over an intensely speed-biased track on March 8. Filly did well to finish second behind a dominant winner off ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
April 12, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) ROXANNE'S DANCER - Makes third start off a five-week break for Gary Contessa and gets a much needed class drop. Made a good middle move into a very fas...
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SANTA ANITA Race #SEVEN
April 11, 2007
7:05 PM Eastern
( # 6) USK POPPY - Makes third start of current form cycle, and ran a good pacesetting third at 9F last out on this green.Not a lot of pace signed on in here...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
April 11, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 4) POKER GOD - This is a very difficult race to be sure. That said, this horse was obviously pointed to a New York-bred turf race after wintering in Flori...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
April 11, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(#'s 1 and 6) IN THE WOODS AND VETRIVIUS - We're goinng to play the late double with these two horses and our selection in race #9 who is written up below.
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #EIGHT
April 11, 2007
4:15 PM Eastern
(# 7) RUSHBUCKLER - Nice group of hard-knocking veterans signed on to compete in this one turn mile claiming event. Rushbuckler was claimed last out by Peter...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
April 11, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 7) HERECOMESHOLLYWOOD - May trip out the best behind what figures to be a lively and contentious pace scenario. Responded well to rating tactics when swit...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
April 11, 2007
3:20 PM Eastern
(# 8) LHOTSE QUALITY - Really needed his most recent effort on March 10th, chasing slow fractions off of a prelonged layoff. He tired slowly late in a race t...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FIVE
April 9, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 5) RENO'S WINDY HILL - Runner appears to hold the cards here as well-bred gelding has a high turn of foot in his arsenal. Can run a 45-second plus, and mo...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FIVE
April 9, 2007
2:10 PM Eastern
(# 6) GRACIE GIRL - Logical selection was claimed last out by Scott Lake from Jayne Vaders for $10,000. Lake brings filly back very quickly off of the winnin...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FOUR
April 9, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) CLOUD KING - Runner should be plenty tight for first try at a distance of ground. Showed a new dimension in last when rated a bit, made bid towards the...
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TAMPA BAY Race #ONE
April 9, 2007
12:35 PM Eastern
(# 6) SMART COOKIE - Filly has four good efforts at Tampa since returning to the races on Dec 23, after having nine months off. Best try of the four was when...
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SANTA ANITA Race #SIX
April 8, 2007
6:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) QUIETLY GO - As recently as this past august this son of Real quiet was still competing in Stakes races. In fact he was quick enough to set the pace in...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
April 8, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) CARMAN - Been given some time off from the races by crafty trainer Vlad Cerin after some fine efforts late in the year. Tried a tough maiden special gr...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FIVE
April 8, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 5) SMOOTH BREW - Runner drops down to the next available maiden claiming level at Gulfstream. Blinkers come off for trainer Peter Walder who has had a ver...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #ONE
April 8, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) EURYDICE - Petro barn has had a very rough go of it at this meeting with just one victory and a pair of second-place finishes from thirty-three starter...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ELEVEN
April 7, 2007
6:10 PM Eastern
(# 8) AUTOMATIC APPEAL - Exits a huge MSKR2 race behind an impressive daylight winner in his career debut effort. Despite being beaten by 12 lengths, he ran ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
April 7, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 5) BILL PLACE - Endured a very rough trip in the Fred Capposella on Feb. 19, departing from the rail. Was bumped from post one and then shuffled back alon...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
April 7, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 1A) SUCCESSFUL AFFAIR - An obvious selection and a distance specialist, he chased and caught superior pace rival and speed horse Taking the Redeye in his ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
April 7, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 10) LOVE COVE - Was forced to chase a superior pace rival who set a slow pace on March 14, for just her second start around two turns. She continued on wi...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
April 7, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 10) MARKET PSYCHOlOGY - Scratched the other day when he drew the rail over a wet surface in a sprint race. Creditable return on March 15 while chasing a s...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
April 7, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) TRUMAN'S GOLD - Certainly has had his chances, but his best races occur when he has been "fresh." Heartbreaking second, showing improved speed on Oct. ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
April 7, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) RIVER MOUNTAIN ROAD - Really needed his most recent effort on March 24, racing evenly in a race that was quick throughout, off of a two-month layoff. H...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FIVE
April 6, 2007
6:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) BLUE CAY - Mare appears to be cycling back to her best form off the last race, where despite not getting much of a pace to run, she still put in a very...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
April 6, 2007
3:55 PM Eastern
(# 7) KETCH UP BOY - Makes first start off the claim for Levine, who immediately removes the blinkers. He ran what would be considered an even effort over an...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
April 6, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) MANHASSET BAY CAT - Showed improved speed against a fast pace over an inside speed-biased track on March 9. He continued to reduce his deficit late to ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
April 6, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) OCEAN FOREST - Takes a smart class drop into a race for limited winners. Suffered a wide trip when in against much tougher opponents over a biased cour...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
April 5, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 5) PAVO - This race sets up perfectly for "Pavo" with all the early speed types signed on to compete. He raced evenly in his last start against better in ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
April 5, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 4) WILD VICAR - Has run into strong speed biases as well as some wicked pace scenarios in his last two starts. He has been freshened up by Tony Dutrow sin...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
April 5, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 4) VICARACCI - Takes a well-intentioned drop in class. On March 21, she chased a fast pace while racing wide and steadily dropped back. She has run extrem...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FOUR
April 5, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 4) DAY DEE - Drops way down in claiming price which actually looks a bit suspicious since he has been somewhat competitive at higher levels. Trainer Joe O...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
April 4, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 6) VICTORIOUS AFFAIR - My reasoning for this selection is that I believe that Gold Shamrock and Jack's Away, both of whom are sure to take the bulk of the...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FIVE
April 4, 2007
2:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) RUNNING WISH - Runner had a solid turf debut on Feb. 22 attaining what is the highest number that any of these horses has reached in a grass event. Sta...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
April 4, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 5) PRECISE ALLOY - Wrong tactics employed on March 9 disputing a very slow pace with an odds-on winning favorite. Appears to be at his best when able to r...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
April 4, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 8) MIGHTY THOR - Comes up tagged for the first time in his career. A ridgling that was a $130,000 purchase, he began to show some signs of life before bei...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
April 4, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 1A) MORE IMPACT - Obviously not a race to go crazy in, but if this horse remains in the race, he looms with the controlling speed over what should be a "s...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
April 2, 2007
7:05 PM Eastern
(# 11) YOU ARE THE ANSWER - Outside was a good place to be on the grass at Santa Anita yesterday. This miss has displayed huge talent in brief racing career ...
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SANTA ANITA Race #SEVEN
April 2, 2007
6:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) STORM QUEEN - Encountered some problems in her initial trip to the post on March 3. Was in post 8 of 12 and broke inward before getting straightened aw...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #THREE
April 2, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) IRISH MAJESTY - Horse was haltered two back by trainer Norman Pointer from Wesley Ward who was training runner for top outfit of Ken and Sarah Ramsey. ...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #ELEVEN (FLORIDA DERBY)
March 31, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) ADORE THE GOLD - Thought he ran the best race of those that were defeated by Scat Daddy, in the Fountain of Youth. Had a wide draw and pressed pace of ...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #TEN( SKIP AWAY HANDICAP)
March 31, 2007
4:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) POLITICAL FORCE - Jerken's trainee has been very sharp in his two races in South Florida since returning from a five-month vacation. Last win was done ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
March 31, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 5) MAASTRICHT - No reason to think that horse won't win right back. He set a legitimate, quick pace and still drew away in the stretch. Faces a field comp...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
March 31, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 6) GOLD AND BLUE BOX - Appears well spotted off the claim. Stalked a deliberate pace on a closers day and drew clear. Takes a negligible class hike for ne...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
March 31, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) VIOLENT BEAUTY - Gets a trainer change to McLaughlin. Has been away a long time, but faced much better in Florida and Kentucky last year. Can obviously...
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NAD EL SHEBA (DUBAI WORLD CUP) Race #SEVEN
March 31, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) PREMIUM TAP - Have made this selection with mostly a wagering strategy in mind. He has picked up his game considerably in the past 10 months from being...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
March 30, 2007
7:30 PM Eastern
(# 14) AMERICAN INFLUENCE - Raced between horses for much of his last race on March 7, before tiring a bit late in a swiftly run race for the level. Draws th...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
March 30, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 7) JUNKANOO PARTY - Really had no chance on Feb. 22, chasing a loose wire-to-wire winner who dominated in a swiftly run contest, her first start tackling ...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #EIGHT
March 30, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 3) WAR TEMPO - Veteran fired-off a new top number in first start for trainer Scott Lake after he claimed runner for $35,000 on Feb. 22. May only have the ...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #SEVEN
March 30, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) DEAN'S LIST - Couldn't have run much better without winning in last race. Filly is really beginning to blossom for trainer Frank Alexander and is one o...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
March 30, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 3) NORTHERN BLUE - Drops trying to score after racing against much tougher in route contests on both turf and dirt. Raced evenly vs. a modest pace after a...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #THREE
March 30, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) BLAZING DYNAMO - Maiden is going nine furlongs on the turf and I think the distance will be right up this colts alley. Has encountered some problems of...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
March 30, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) WESTERN SWEEP - Was obviously disadvantaged by a modest pace/outside trip over an intense speed-biased track on March 8, off of a layoff. Might have wo...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
March 29, 2007
7:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) T'S ICECOLDBEER - Scratched from a six-furlong race yesterday at this level where she had drawn the eight post in a field of nine. Continues to train w...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
March 29, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
( # 1) NORMAN'S GOOD BOY - He showed improved speed in a very quick race on March 7. He chased a loose speed to midstretch, and understandably tired late. To...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
March 29, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) BROAD ACRES - Overcame an inside, speed-biased surface and appears well spotted coming back on relatively short rest. He ran down Indian Hawke who is q...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
March 29, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 4) FOOSE - When I isolate a horse that boasts a distinct advantage in pace, it becomes an automatic selection for me, and Foose certainly fits the bill. A...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
March 29, 2007
2:55 AM Eastern
( # 7) KATHLEEN'S CHANCE - Her form is better than it first appears on paper. Since her second-place finish on Jan. 14, she has been compromised in successiv...
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SANTA ANITA Race #SIX
March 28, 2007
6:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) PARINAZ - Makes her third start of her three-year-old season and think she will run well in this particular spot. Filly has drawn inside and outside in...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #NINE
March 28, 2007
4:45 PM Eastern
(# 9) VICTORY FOR SIERRA - Last race produced best finish and overall number that she has been able to attain. That was third start for trainer Barclay Tagg ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
March 28, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 6) TALL STORY - Exits the same race as Tasteyville (who just missed on Sunday). Raced three-wide stalking a very hot pace off of a rest, and understandabl...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
March 28, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 2) VERBAL ENGAGEMENT - Gets a trainer change to Lake. Lone career win came at six furlongs, and he immediately cuts back to that distance in his first sta...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
March 28, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) WIN WITH BECK - An attempt to turn him into a marathon runner has failed. He continues his regrouping process off a two-month freshening. Turning back ...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #NINE
March 26, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) WESTERN BLUFF - Gelding had good position turning for home but just didn't get the job done last out. Takes a big plunge in price and looks to have two...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TEN
March 26, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 1) RIVER BOUND - One of two, of Jayne Vader's runners signed on here with the other one right next door, No. 2 Silver Proof Set. Stable rider Frankie Penn...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #THREE
March 26, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 8) MAGICAL COURT - Gelding by Doneraille Court tries grass for the initial time today. Race last out was better than it looked, as he had the rail going s...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #SIX
March 26, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 4) PUT UP OR - Gelding has shown good speed in all starts to date. Two against straight maidens as a two-year-old in Kentucky and the last in his return f...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TWO
March 26, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) FIVEFINGERDISCOUNT - Tony Dutrow trained runner broke maiden in handy fashion the only time she competed here at Philadelphia Park. Number achieved in ...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
March 25, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) AWAY DOWN SOUTH - Second time Mullins and they're putting him up for $7,000 less than the claiming price. Can see him sitting about two to three length...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
March 25, 2007
3:55 PM Eastern
(# 6) JACK'S EXPRESS - Hoping that today is the day he finally gets back to his lifetime career best effort on Jan. 27. Since that race, he has regressed whi...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
March 25, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 8) DOUBLE AGENT - Appears to be cycling back to a good effort. Was a good second place on March 7, on an inside speed-biased track chasing home a loose wi...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
March 25, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) TASTEYVILLE - Obviously regressed vs. much tougher on March 3. Attended a suicidal pace to the eighth pole and then understandably gave way late. Today...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
March 25, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 2) SHEA D' LADY - Offered a much improved third-place finish on Feb. 25. Disputed the pace until midstretch then subsequently tired slowly in the final fu...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #TWO
March 25, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 2) EVIL EMPIRE - Runner faces three first-time starters and several with questionable form. Matz colt previously trained by Greg Foley, showed some good s...
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SANTA ANITA Race #SEVEN
March 24, 2007
4:35 PM Eastern
(# 7) LARRY'S GIRL - Another pretty weak group on paper. Filly takes the logical drop back in for $25,000 after failed turf experiment against maiden special...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TWO
March 24, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) BEHIND THE MAGIC - Kitchingham Runner drops and goes back to dirt after what I think may have just been a much needed tightener against straight maiden...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
March 24, 2007
3:55 PM Eastern
(# 6) HUNGARIAN BOATBABY - I felt that after her last race that her comeback effort was to simply get her fit for something down the road. Coa was hell-bent ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
March 24, 2007
3:20 PM Eastern
(# 6) TRAILING TWELVE - Boasts a fitness, relevance and tactical edge over his main rivals, facing similar competition that he defeated decisively on Feb. 24...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
March 24, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 6) CHERNOBYL'S HERO - Was deliberately taken back to rate on Feb. 22, and did well to finish second behind a daylight winner who rode the rail every step ...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #THREE
March 24, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 5) HOWDY PARTNER - Race is a weak one on paper. "Howdy" has been prepped at Tampa Bay Downs with two long sprint races in which he attracted top jock in L...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
March 23, 2007
3:20 PM Eastern
(# 7) WE LOVE OUR KIDS - Ran her eyeballs out on Feb. 19 when stretched out. She was hounded every step of the way and gave ground grudgingly in the final ya...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
March 23, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) SHEZA GOTTA SECRET - Has been new-and-improved since coming back over the inner track. She was a strong second on Dec. 7, chasing the pace throughout w...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR AND EIGHT
March 23, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) SECRET TIME - Secret Time, draws the rail and ran a fine second in last when just failing to hang on at todays distance. Meets a weak bunch on paper an...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
March 23, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 2) CITY TRAVELER - Showed some signs of life when stretched out two turns in his second career start on March 7. He made a good middle move into a decent ...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #TWO
March 23, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) SUGARBUZZ - Filly was claimed out of last race by Scott Lake from Luis Olivares for $50,000 on March 2. Lake, who has been starting to heat up a bit in...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
March 22, 2007
7:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) BRITE SHADOW - Gelding drops to lowest level ever off of two month freshening. When last seen had a horrible post (12), in race that was loaded with sp...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
March 22, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) USK POPPY - Filly ran well in only start in U.S. to date which came in sprint "down the hill." Took a little support at the windows and despite new sur...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
March 22, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 5) FOOLISH BID - Has really come to life since sent around two turns over the inner track. He was a strong second over a good track on Dec. 1, and followe...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
March 22, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) CHUNK OF LOVE - Made up significant ground against the grain of one of the more intense speed biased tracks of the meeting. She closed gamely to just m...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
March 21, 2007
7:35 PM Eastern
(# 2) PUFFBALL - Not a lot of speed on view in this maiden claimer around two turns. Puffball, improved quite a bit in her second start off of a layoff. Ran ...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FIVE
March 21, 2007
6:00 PM Eastern
( 1A) DO IT TOPPER STYLE - Goes from the rail in debut at six-and-one-half furlongs to the outside, going seven in second career start. Blinkers go on as par...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
March 21, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) AUTO CITY - Any semblance of his recent effort on Feb. 16, would be good enough to win in this spot. He faces a vulnerable field at the $50k/N2X level,...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
March 21, 2007
3:55 PM Eastern
(# 7) DR. V'S MAGIC - Was not badly beaten in his initial start vs. winners on Feb.25, in just his second career start. Raced a bit wide chasing a very fast ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
March 21, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 7) MARITAL ASSET - Would have won here on Feb. 8, were it not for a wide trip over an inside speed favoring track. The winner of that race wired the field...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
March 21, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) CLEARLY IDEAL - Boasts a tactical edge over this field in a starter handicap contest. Horse was a bit short, making a good middle move to get the lead ...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #SIX
March 19, 2007
2:15 PM Eastern
(# 1) KITTERY POINT - Draws the rail for first distance try off of two sprints for trainer Stephen Mick, who is a fine 25% when stretching horses out. Improv...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FOUR
March 19, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
( # 7) ROMERO - Vaders runner may only need to discourage the horse directly to his inside, No. 6, Storm Legacy, to attain the lead in this seven-furlong, bo...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #ONE
March 19, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) OMIT - Matz runner comes back rather quickly after making seasonal debut on March 3. That was in a turf event and runner put in a good performance cons...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #THREE
March 19, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 5) FIRE EMBLEM - Once classier runner stretches back out after a sprint prep. The thinking here is that the mare will be sent hard from the gate in a race...
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SANTA ANITA Race #NINE
March 18, 2007
8:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) MONTARA - Two "down the hill," sprints should have runner plenty sharp and on his toes for his initial try over a distance of ground. Been well-backed ...
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SANTA ANITA Race #SIX
March 18, 2007
6:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) ONE SOCK WONDER - Looks hard to keep this colt from making an impact in this maiden affair. Maybe should have made a better charge in last with the pac...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FOUR
March 18, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 5) DENMAR - Popular item at the claim box is already with his fourth trainer - the Maryland based Allen Ferris. Haltered from Kelly Breen two back for $25...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #SIX
March 18, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 9) DREAM BEAU - Plesa trained colt showed some promise at two, in four starts all before the end of June. It has taken this runner several starts to be ra...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
March 17, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 4) CHERNOBYL'S HERO - Was deliberately taken back to rate on Feb. 22, and did well to finish second behind a daylight winner who rode the rail every step ...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FIVE
March 17, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) KALADY - Filly was flattered a bit when second place finisher in last (beating her by three lengths), La Serenata, broke maiden in very impressive fash...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
March 17, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) SOUTHERN PRINCE - If he has sufficiently recovered from his two hard efforts off the recent layoff, he will be long gone and hard to find. He was hard ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
March 17, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 4) WILD VICAR - Has run into strong speed biases in his last two starts and some wicked pace scenarios as well. He has been freshened by Tony Dutrow since...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FOUR
March 17, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 4) SWEET ANGEL - Think this runner will just come out winging and try and run them off their feet. Significant improvement shown in last when she chased r...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
March 17, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 3) AGAIN AND AGAIN - His ability to run from off the pace should serve him well in here. His ability to run from off the pace should serve him well in her...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #THREE
March 17, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) ROYAL SPAULDING - Very consistent turf performer ran huge race on January 28, here at Gulfstream, just missing in strong effort from post 12. Likes her...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
March 16, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) FRIENDLY TYPE - Were going to take a stand against the obvious chalk in this maiden turf race. Our hero has faced the starting gate only once, that com...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #NINE
March 16, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) ROMP - Like the fact that runner competed in off the turf event last out, possibly gaining some "bottom" from the experience. All of his turf races hav...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #EIGHT
March 16, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 7) DR. ELI - Gelding has put together three solid efforts at this meeting and distance. Fits well on the numbers charts and has enough positional speed to...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #TWO
March 16, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) TOP LIMIT - Got the job done last time out in first start ever with blinkers. Equipment allowed her to break cleanly and she quickly reached the front ...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FIVE
March 15, 2007
6:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) NATURAL PHENOMENON - Horse was claimed two back by sharp Julio Canani outfit from another "sharpie," Jerry Hollendorfer for $16k. Was bumped way up to ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
March 15, 2007
4:45 PM Eastern
(# 8) HIGH AUDITION - Looks quick enough to out-sprint Lady of Kelanen, for the lead and that could be the ballgame in this race. Since equipped with blinker...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
March 15, 2007
3:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) BIG JEROME - Returned from a prolonged layoff and ran a creditable fifth at Gulfstream. He dueled for the lead virtually the entire way, and understand...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FIVE
March 15, 2007
2:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) AFFECT - Race is for four-year-old maidens, so it's safe to say most of these have problems. Affect,made first start since May at Belmont, in Maiden cl...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
March 15, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 4) FEROCIOUS ONE - Returns to a ground route of for trainer Richard Dutrow. Ran a strong second, Feb. 18, overcoming a wide journey against a perfect trip...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #TWO
March 15, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 5) SENORITA SWINGER - One of two entered who has actually faced the starter before. Had debut in January for trainer Steve Jerkens and filly ran a fine se...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
March 14, 2007
3:55 PM Eastern
(# 5) LOVE COVE - Has transformed into a new horse since adding blinkers. Was a strong second, tackling winners for the first time on Feb. 11. Stalked the ea...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
March 14, 2007
2:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) GRAND IDEA - This is a rather weak field of $35k claimers, and at first glance, Grand Idea, looks a tad overmatched, having beaten only four-year-olds ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
March 14, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 3) MONOPLY PRICING - An inner track specialist, he made a menacing move while wide over an inside speed biased track on Feb. 29. He continued on gamely to...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
March 14, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 1) LETHIMTHINKHESBOSS - A difficult race to be sure, this horse is quite interesting, only because of the presence of his entrymate Mr. Malaprop. On Jan. ...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FIVE
March 12, 2007
2:55 PM Eastern
( # 6) Endless Virtue - Filly has done her best racing from outside posts. She'll need a fast and or contested pace to show her best as closing stalkers need...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FOUR
March 12, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 5) SMART SURPRISE - Filly ran some good races producing fine numbers for a two tear old. Boosted Numbers by ten points in three year old debut in two turn...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #SIX
March 12, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) BLITZENSFOXYVIXIN - Scott Lake trained filly draws the rail and has the speed to take advantage of it. Two back here at Philly she pressed runaway winn...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #ONE
March 12, 2007
12:05 PM Eastern
(# 1) KETA - Lightly raced gelding has been pretty consistent in most of his appearances dating back to mid-summer. Tends to wait until about the half-mile p...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
March 11, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) EL GATO FAMOSO - Gelding figures to be very short price in this extremely weak group of three year old maidens. The rail runner is the only other horse...
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SANTA ANITA Race #THREE
March 11, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) JOHN THE MAITRE D - Numbers moved way up in his first two start this year as a newly turned three year old. Not unusual with the growth that occurs in ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
March 11, 2007
3:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) RUN WITH THE LARK - Has transformed into a new horse since turned over to Rich Schosberg and running on the Inner. Game effort to finish second in fast...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
March 11, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 3) AXEL RHODES - Creditable second place finish at this level while turning back to a sprint. Stalked a modest pace and continued to finish with good ener...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
March 11, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 6) FORMAL CHARADE - Strong second place finish off the Contessa claim on Feb. 18th. Nearly ran down a daylight leader in a race that quickened noticeably ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
March 11, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) VALIANT KING - Showed some signs of life on Feb. 23rd. He made a strong middle move into a good pace while racing a bit wide, which might have been a b...
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SANTA ANITA Race #SIX
March 10, 2007
6:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) THEMIS VALENTINE - Wide draw in initial race against California-bred straight maidens. Fought hard through very swift fractions while three wide. Was w...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
March 10, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) CHILDREN'S ANNEX - Very nearly overcame a speed biased track and a very slow pace to win on Feb. 10. He closed gamely that day as the pace quickened, w...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #NINE
March 10, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) HIGH AGAIN - Not a very strong group signed on for this watered down Grade 2 race. High Again, should find herself either on, or just off the projected...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
March 10, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) TEN DOWNING STREET - Has a fine turn of early foot and is proven at this tricky distance and configuration. He obviously has some problems, but when he...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
March 10, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 3) SUMMER DOLDRUMS - Thinking in this corner is that he is simply a horse for the course. He has won impressively in both starts over the inner surface, a...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
March 10, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) MAASTRICT - Ran very well off the layoff, chasing home a perfect trip winner who was very impressive. Making his inner track debut in a sprint on March...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
March 9, 2007
7:35 PM Eastern
(# 3) MERITSNDEMERITS - Claimed two back by sharp Art Sherman outfit. Gelding made first start for new connections at double the price he was haltered. Press...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
March 9, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 1) BAD BOY RISING - Projects to sit the perfect trip, breaking from the rail off what figures to be a very fast pace, especially if the filly Golden Dream...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
March 9, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 5) COUNT TOWN - This horse looks like just about everyone else in this race, but upon closer inspection, he really isn't. Making his second start off of a...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FOUR
March 9, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 6) LADY MONARCHOS - Prepped in dirt sprint on Feb 15 by trainer Michael Matz. Stretches out and moves to the lawn which should be to her liking. Numbers i...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #ONE
March 9, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) HONORED GOLD - Workouts on this filly are just too good to ignore. She was taken by superior claiming trainer in Mike Mitchell for $25,000 in early Sep...
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SANTA ANITA Race #THREE
March 8, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) SOUTH AFRICAN BABY - May have been just a tad short in last as filly hadn't run in a little over three months. Saved ground and rallied down the hedge ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
March 8, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 10) MEGATREND - Ran an improved fourth-place finish without wearing blinkers. Showed better speed to chase a slow pace and finished evenly as the race qui...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
March 8, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) ANXIOUS CONTENDER - Might have been prepping for this spot on March 3. Returns, on short rest. Was sent to the lead from the rail to dictate a decent p...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
March 8, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) BROWN BUTTER - Was clearly overmatched in first start against winners. Chased a very strong pace in a quick race and ran evenly. Takes a smart drop in ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
March 8, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 4) NEVERABETTERCITY - Clearly a tad short chasing a fast pace off of a layoff in a race she obviously needed. More speed expected in second start back, re...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
March 8, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) SULTRY CITY - This horse would have won his last race with a more energetic ride early. The wire-to-wire winner ran the field off their feet early, and...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
March 7, 2007
4:55 PM Eastern
(# 7) DONT'DRINKTHEPUNCH - Ran an improved third place, in her two turn debut on Jan. 11. Showed good speed overcoming a troubled start and finished evenly l...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
March 7, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 2) WHO WHAT WIN - Was extremely impressive beating softer rivals on Feb. 17. He responded very well to rating tactics and drew away with complete authorit...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TWO
March 7, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 6) HIGH SPEED GOLDIE - Hit a home run in maiden claimer last out, which was her first time in for a price. Posted a big number in that race in her third s...
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Gulfstream Park Race #SEVEN
March 7, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
( # 4) ELNINODEMISOJOS - Very impressive maiden win on the first start off the claim by Mohammed Moubarak, who at one time trained the Buckram Oak Farm horse...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
March 7, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) PURPLE ACES - Has failed to show the speed he demonstrated at Philadelphia Park on Dec. 23, albeit with excuses in subsequent starts. Suffered a wide t...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
March 7, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(CONTESSA ENTRY:DIVIDED TERRITORY, PRESSING ISSUE - Either runner has a good shot at winning. Obviously at press time we don't know which one or possibly bot...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #SEVEN
March 5, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 5) BENTROVHTO - Claimed by Michael Gorham out of last race for $20,000. Gorham having quiet meeting here but is too good a trainer to stay that way for lo...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #SIX
March 5, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) MUSICAL STEP - Recently switched barns, going from Bernie Houghton to Ned Allard. Gelding has a good turn of foot and has been using his speed to promp...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FOUR
March 5, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 1) TIZ TUTTA - Filly stretches out for Tony Dutrow after two sprint races. She was hampered in both of those starts by wide post draws. Overall numbers co...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #TWO
March 5, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) SUNDAY KINDA LOVE - Ward runner comes here by way of Southern California. Ran well in breaking maiden in last race, battled for the front and eventuall...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #ONE
March 5, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) SURVIVED - Filly was legged up on the turf then sprinted on dirt by master horseman H. Allen Jerkens. Unfortunately, she stumbled at the start of her l...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
March 4, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 2) SALAH MRS. D - Her numbers continue to move forward with each race. Makes first route attempt after three sprint tries for sharp trainer Martin Jones. ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
March 4, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
( # 5) LET'S GET GOING - Showed surprising speed in last outing, something he has NEVER done in the past. Held reasonably well in the stretch to finish a fin...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
March 4, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
( # 10) GOLD LIKE YOU - Came back from the "short" Dutrow freshening and dusted a field in racehorse time, finishing very strongly. Mare is 6 for 12 on the I...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #TWO
March 4, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) MR. RETSOF - Moves in against open foes after wire to wire victory on January 20th. Horse has fired his top two lifetime numbers right here at Gulfstre...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
March 4, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
( # 4) RICARDO A. - Faces a very weak field returning from a well-deserved rest. Raced a bit wide chasing a modest pace and finished evenly late. Projects to...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
March 4, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) LETHAL WEAPON - Decisive win in fast time Feb. 10th. Sat a perfect trip under a rating hold, and leveled off nicely when asked. No reason to think he c...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
March 3, 2007
4:15 PM Eastern
(# 6) Bellbottom Johnny - Has been knocking on the door for a while now, and might be able to boss this field from start to finish. He raced wide vs. a stron...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #SIX
March 3, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 1) Hesanoldsalt - Thought he ran a big race in the Donn after encountering trouble at the start. Was a bit farther back than the connections wanted, ralli...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
March 3, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 3) River Squire - Thinking that this horse could wake up at a price. He ran a much improved race on Nov. 18, for low percentage barn when switching to the...
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SANTA ANITA Race #ONE
March 3, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) Laureldean Express - Filly raced very well overseas, first in England where she only had one sub-par effort, which came against colts. Shipped across t...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
March 3, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 7) Buddy's Humor - Can possibly wire this field if able to clear and relax. Held very well on Feb. 10, setting a pressured pace off of a layoff. Gave grou...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
March 3, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
( # 5) Oliver's Success - Looks like the controlling speed in this race, especially since Pay Attention, will not run after competing yesterday. Game second ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
March 3, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
( # 3) Abraaj - Logical selection just missed breaking maiden at this track and distance on Dec. 30. Expensive yearling ($450,000) has been given two months ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
March 3, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
( # 3) Little Cherokee - Regressed dueling for the lead over an inside speed favoring track. Takes a smart drop and should benefit from a surface containing ...
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SANTA ANITA Race #THREE
March 2, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
( # 6) The Case Queen - Filly in Doug O'Neill barn has shown improvement in last two with the removal of the blinkers. Consistently competed against better i...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TWO
March 2, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) City Lights - Trainer Steve Knapp claimed runner two back from Gary Stute for $12,500. Gelding made next start for $20,000 and off of two good works (u...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
March 2, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 5) Leaveitinthering - Was well bet off the layoff on Feb. 17 while adding Lasix for the first time. She was well meant that day showing a steady work tab,...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
March 2, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 4) Pay Attention - Veteran distance looks to have the lead to himself in pace less event on paper. Can stalk if necessary if one of the three inside of hi...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #ONE
March 2, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) Top Limit - Four-year-old halves in value seeking first career victory. Has encountered some getaway problems in two of her three efforts and had to be...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
March 2, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 3) Clearly Diplomatic - Showed much improved speed, albeit around two turns. Chased a very quick pace and held reasonably well. Faces state-bred rivals ag...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
March 2, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) Three In The Bag - Hard not to like this horse on the drop to face limited winners while reuniting with Dominguez. Chased a good pace on Feb. 17 before...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
March 1, 2007
7:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) Two Dimensional - Mullins runner drops in for a price tag for the initial time. Showed improved speed in last start against maiden specials on the turf...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
March 1, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 5) Stormin Mon - Remained at Aqueduct after gritty win on Jan. 21. That was her best effort over the inner track while returning from a brief rest with ju...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
March 1, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 2) Missmewheningone - Has been put on the A. Dutrow "rehab," program since her last and I expect a dramatic form reversal today. She stretches out to a ro...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
March 1, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) Nerverabettercity - Despite improving both pace and his turn-time on Jan. 15, he still ran a comparable speed figure. He was returned to Kentucky after...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #THREE
March 1, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) Bobbin - Filly made fine bid while four wide in last before tiring a bit late to finish third. Was beaten by a head by our second pick, but think she h...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
March 1, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 3) Minebrook - Will be in front as far as she goes, and that should be a long way if recent efforts are any indication. She has the speed to lead while se...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
March 1, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) Truely Alone - Very contentious race on paper, so the play here is an exacta box of our top three horses.
(# 4) Miss Park Place
(# 1A) Tomorrow...
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February 2007 Premium Picks
AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
February 28, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 6) Hesabully - Useful comeback effort in a sprint, first time for trainer Bruce Levine. Raced evenly chasing a modest pace over a speed-biased track. I ex...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
February 28, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 3) Sly Diamond Jim - Makes first start for Levine, who excels with the blinkers off, layoff runners and new acquisitions for a very high-profile claiming ...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FIVE
February 28, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 8) The Cuban Hawk - Liked him last time but unfortunately race was washed off the turf on to the main track. Colt had trained up to that start very well a...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
February 28, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 4) Multiple Choice - Was winless for a long time prior to his Dec. 29 victory to close out the year. Ran very well in an extremely contentious $35K claime...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
February 28, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) Unbridled Sunshine - Runs consistently higher pace numbers than the rest of the field when in form as she is now. She should be able to boss this field...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #NINE
February 26, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) Sweet Valentine - Trainer Michael Gorham has had a tough time at this meeting to date. Many of his horses have had poor racing luck, including this fil...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #SIX
February 26, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 8) Makers On My Mind - Claimed two back by Anthony Pecoraro from Vicky Foley for $32,000. Trainer sent runner long in first try for the new connections an...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FIVE
February 26, 2007
2:55 PM Eastern
(# 4) Angapanga - Went wire to wire in only start of 2006 which was also his first start ever. Trainer Steve Klesaris is off to extremely slow start here at ...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #TWO
February 26, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 5) Ivory Star - Runner fits snuggly with this group. Good job spotting by trainer Bob Barbara. Filly has had two turf preps from very poor posts, getting ...
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SANTA ANITA Race #THREE
February 25, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) Sail On Sunshine - Very weak field on view for this maiden claiming event. In our opinion, it is a two horse race on paper with little or no value avai...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TWO
February 25, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) Good Gold - Runner makes second start off the claim and trainer A.C.Avila decides to take blinkers off after three straight races with the hood on. Wou...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
February 25, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 5) Margie's Smile - Certainly has every right to move forward off of her initial effort around two turns on Jan. 14. She set a controlled pace that day, b...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
February 25, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) Kathleen's Chance - Rallied nicely to finish second against the grain of an inside speed favoring track on Feb. 11. Draws a better post today and shoul...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
February 25, 2007
12:25 PM Eastern
(# 5) Topping - Simply put, Topping, boasts a huge pace advantage on the drop and cutting back in distance. He should be able to handle an early pace pressur...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TEN
February 24, 2007
8:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) Tenacious Star - Ran pretty well in sprint down the hill, when he chased pace and lost whip in the stretch. Stretches out with Lasix added and sports a...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
February 24, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) Wailea Girl - These are the type that you normally try and beat. This is start No. 10 and filly's numbers are a little light, but this entire group fit...
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SANTA ANITA Race #THREE
February 24, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) Sidepocket Cat - Fired big race in last second off a layoff when breaking maiden right here at Santa Anita. Was bet right from the beginning of his rac...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TWO
February 24, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) Luis's Especial - Runner competes for second time at level of the Vlad Cerin claim ($50,000). Gelding has run well in every start when in for a tag. Ov...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
February 24, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 4) Daytime Promise - We believe that these are the two horses in this race, both having slight chinks in their armor. Daytime Promise, has been compromise...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
February 24, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 7) Dream Runner - Big "education," race (Note huge post-time odds) in his career debut. Broke well, but was not pushed along to get position. Remained out...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
February 24, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 1) Time To Grow Up - Made a strong move into a hot and contested pace from post 10 in second start back off of a nine-week break. Failed to sustain that r...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
February 24, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 6) Last Train Babe - Had to rush up to attend the early lead in his well bet/well meant career debut. Chased a modest pace than tired in a credible showin...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
February 23, 2007
7:20 PM Eastern
(# 9) Exactly - Makes the big drop from "Maiden Specials" into a claimer for the first time. Has shown good speed against better and draws an outside post wh...
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SANTA ANITA Race #SIX
February 23, 2007
6:25 PM Eastern
(#1) San Miguel King - Barn not real sharp with firsters, but this colt has been working swiftly and steadily since mid-December. Very nice work on Valentine...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
February 23, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 2) Two Turn Halo - Bounced on Jan. 14 off of a huge career best effort in prior start. Broke slowly that day and had to be hustled along to set a very mod...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
February 23, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 2) Sum Wish - Has a license to improve by leaps and bounds in her second career start against a very weak field. Chased a slow pace carved out by a loose ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
February 23, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) Three Shots - Makes second start for trainer Bruce Levine. Was clearly second best chasing a slow pace in a race that quickened noticeably late. Obviou...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
February 23, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 5) Lord Snowdon - Raced wide against a slow early pace on Jan. 13. Finished strong in first start over this track Dec. 30. Makes initial try for Tony Dutr...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
February 22, 2007
7:35 PM Eastern
(# 7) Onenintyeight Lake - Filly only ran once at two, taking her share of the wagering dollars at 6-1. Chased runaway winner (9 lengths) while wide and pred...
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SANTA ANITA Race #SIX
February 22, 2007
6:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) Celtic Fable - Runner has been idle since winning here on New Years Eve. Has run well off this type of layoff before and all works indicate that he is ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
February 22, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 4) Ring True - Without a lot of early speed in this race, Ring True, should be able to fall into a good stalking trip. Eclipsed her career best effort on ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
February 22, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 4) Who's Yo Granddaddy - Obvious selection drops into a claimer. Retired willingly on Feb. 2 chasing a quick pace in a fast race. Gets a positive rider sw...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
February 22, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 5) Fiddler's Warrior - Thinking that this horse can turn the tables on "Chernobyl". Comes off a good effort where he stumbled adding blinkers on Feb. 1. M...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
February 22, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 5) Tawfeer - Exits a huge figure race and owns a pronounced tactical edge over this field. Gets a positive rider switch to Garcia, who is at his best on t...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
February 22, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 3) Find The Chestnut - Makes second start off of a long layoff. Chased a fast early pace and held reasonably well off a long absence on Jan. 28. Takes a s...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
February 22, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 6) Straightup Twelve - Lost all chance at the start on Feb 2. Chased a lively pace at the wrong distance on Jan. 10. Appears to be cycling back to a top e...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #FIVE
February 21, 2007
7:10 PM Eastern
(# 2) Bahri and Grill - Thought filly was a winner around the far turn in last when she waited patiently on the inside, got clear turning for home but was ou...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #ONE
February 21, 2007
5:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) Miss Quackerjack - Was been beaten by our second pick by one length on Jan. 24. Neither runner has a lot of speed, but with the drop down in class for ...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FIVE
February 21, 2007
2:55 PM Eastern
(# 8) Mountain Wolf - Broke a bit slow in initial outing sprinting on dirt on Jan. 13. Raced mid-pack and finished there, getting beaten by about nine length...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #SEVEN
February 21, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) Gosh Almighty - One of two entered by Jayne Vaders in race. The other horse is No. 1 Heavenly Sahm. They are uncoupled due to different ownership. "Gos...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #THREE
February 21, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 6) Kleber - Continues to show improving numbers with each career start. Had a wide trip in last at todays distance. Attempted a rally around far turn whil...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
February 19, 2007
7:05 PM Eastern
(# 2) Indian Chant - Two very strong efforts on view since Maggi Moss- Ted West combination reclaimed runner back in November. Every one of geldings races si...
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SANTA ANITA Race #THREE
February 19, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 2) Kailee Rush - Race basically comes down to two horses, "Kailee Rush," and "Ratibor." There is little to separate them with a possible small edge to "Ru...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
February 19, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 9) Pure Pro - Boasts a huge pace/fitness/recency edge over this field. Exits a fast-paced race on Feb. 2nd off a freshening, and still managed to hold on ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
February 19, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 1) Bill Place - Lone defeat sprinting was a wide trip second on Sept. 22 under John Joyce - a butcher, and it was also the lone time he failed to show any...
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SANTA ANITA Race #ONE
February 19, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) Got A Question - Trainer Patrick Biancone has given this one about 40 days off since his last effort which was his first on turf. Son of "Giant's Cause...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
February 19, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 3) Talking Treasure - Clearly second best behind an impressive daylight winner in fast time in his debut. Had to be pushed along early to keep pace, and w...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
February 19, 2007
2:15 PM Eastern
(# 3) Story Line - Had to overcome an extreme outside post off of a layoff on the drop on Jan. 28. Was well-handled on the front end and then gave ground gru...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
February 19, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 2) Suspicious Angel - May ultimately be the speed of making her first start for Contessa barn. Exits a "Huge Figure Win," in her debut, winning by dayligh...
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SANTA ANITA Race #SEVEN
February 18, 2007
6:35 PM Eastern
(# 2) South African Baby - This daughter of Johannesburgh was unlucky in only turf start to date which took place at Del Mar in mid-August. Drew towards outs...
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SANTA ANITA Race #SIX
February 18, 2007
6:05 PM Eastern
(# 1) MAJOR PLEASURE - Three year old by Officer is trained by Mike Puype. Has been bet heavily in both starts to date going off at 7/5 as a "Good Thing". Wa...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
February 18, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 6) Stunt Man - Showed signs of life on Feb. 2nd when blinkers were added in a very quick race. Drops back down into claimer and reunites with Coa, telltal...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
February 18, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
(# 2) INTROSPECT - Might be able to control this race from the outset if able to come away cleanly from the rail, especially if My Dynomite scratches as Smit...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
February 18, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 6) DRESSED TO WIN - Regressed Jan. 18th when entered back too quickly off a career best effort in prior start. Chased an honest pace in a GFT race. Good s...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
February 18, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 5) OH MY STARS - Bookmaster is an obviuos choice. But I will be glancing at Oh My Stars, who looks to be the controlling speed. He has not been able to sh...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
February 18, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) TEIDE - Showed radical improvement as most McLaughlin runners do in their second career start. Was hung out wide exhibiting surprise speed vs. a fast p...
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SANTA ANITA Race #TEN
February 17, 2007
8:05 PM Eastern
(# 1) Stephen Bruce - Like many horses that compete in these types of races he has a few gaps in his racing lines. From that we can see that he generally run...
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SANTA ANITA Race #THREE
February 17, 2007
4:30 PM Eastern
(# 7) Tycoon Doby - Colt made big move forward in second lifetime start, stalking from inside, splitting foes in mid-stretch and getting up for the place ear...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
February 17, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 1) Golden Dream - Continues to improve on pace, turn time and speed figures since equipped with Lasix. Lone losing effort was back on very short rest in O...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
February 17, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 5) Who What Win - Appears to own a decided tactical edge over this weak NW1X. Held on gamely Jan. 24, chasing a deliberate pace in a race that quickened l...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
February 17, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 7) Love Abroad - Improved dramatically on Feb. 3, when blinkers were added. Showed good early speed and was taken back to rate. Moved off the inside to ra...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
February 17, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) Atouratoura - Made a strong move into a fast pace on Jan. 28. He failed to sustain that bid in a very swiftly run race. With a softer pace scenario tod...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
February 16, 2007
7:35 PM Eastern
(# 1) I'm A Shoe In - Rail draw a big plus for gelding as he can save all the ground against very suspect group. Numbers are improving for trainer Mike Harri...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
February 16, 2007
5:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) Bullish Yield - Top trainer Art Sherman looks like he has gelding moving in the right direction. Very sharp effort two back when he defeated the possib...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT AND NINE
February 16, 2007
4:05 PM Eastern
(#'s 2 AND 7) Carminooch and Naughty New Yorker - We're going to play the late double using these two horses in the eighth race with #4 "Secret Time," in the...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
February 16, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 7) Silvercup Baby - Appeared to regress a bit while stretching out to a mile off of a career best effort. Sat a perfect stalking trip but failed to respon...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
February 16, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 4) City Attraction - Hard used setting a quick and pressured pace at Laurel on Jan. 13 around one turn, but was gaining ground in the final furlong. Drops...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
February 16, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 4) Hapid Ralo - Decisive win on Jan. 18, off of a five week break. Makes a step up off that win for a trainer that does well with returning winners. Gets ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
February 16, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 8) De Roode - Strong win on Jan. 18, overcoming modest fractions and a slightly speed biased track. Back with his own generation off the Campo claim. Has ...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
February 15, 2007
5:25 PM Eastern
(# 5) He's The Rage - Six year has put together a fine overall record with six victories and four seconds in twenty-three lifetime starts. His numbers are eq...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
February 15, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) Bluwest - Improved effort off a freshening. Carried her speed much farther off a class hike and was clearly second best behind an impressive daylight w...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
February 15, 2007
3:20 PM Eastern
(# 3) Taking The Redeye - This race becomes playable for you if can answer the following question: How much gas does "Taking The Redeye," have left in the ta...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
February 15, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) Fly So Far - Has come alive since dropping to face limited winners. Good form building effort on Jan. 5, chasing a very pedestrian pace. Much improved ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
February 15, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 6) Sultry City - Usually runs with his races spaced about a month apart but comes back on short rest - at least for him. Made a wide middle move to vie fo...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #ONE
February 15, 2007
1:05 PM Eastern
(# 4) Royal Domain - Wide draw and trip to go along with a solid bump at the half-mile pole in last race. Not a lot of visible speed on hand here and if geld...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
February 15, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) Cold Springs Saint - Pitched too high 1/14 vs. $16,000 claimers off of a strong win in prior start. Drops back down a notch and gets off the rail. Tact...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
February 14, 2007
7:30 PM Eastern
(# 10) GREEN EYED LYDIA - Filly will be extremely tough in here at a short price. Ran a winning race in last when nosed at the wire. Stays at same class leve...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FOUR
February 14, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) QUIPPI - Lightly raced well-bred filly looks like she is nearing a peak race. Claimed two back by Jen Green off of Ed Barker for $20,000 . Takes a slig...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #THREE
February 14, 2007
2:10 PM Eastern
(# 4) NOTADOUBTABOUTIT - Abbreviated sprint distance of five furlongs would appear to suit our top selection just fine. Last race was at this level and dista...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #TWO
February 14, 2007
1:40 PM Eastern
(# 9) DIXIE BRIDGE - Filly trained by Howie Tesher drops down considerably seeking second lifetime victory (as they all are). Only career win came at this tr...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #NINE
February 12, 2007
5:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) Topside Trader - Everything points to a top effort for gelding trained by Michael Gorham. Hasn't really run a sup-par effort on turf for some time. Big...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #SEVEN
February 12, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 9) Straight Romance - Looks like all systems are in place for a top effort. Barclay Tagg trained colt has been sprinted and stretched out on turf against ...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #SIX
February 12, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) Mach Three - Lost a tough decision last out to Bill Mott runner "Quartier Blanc," who went wire-to-wire. Well bred son of "A.P. Indy," is a strong thre...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FOUR
February 12, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 8) Guy Getaway - Runner gets a bit more real estate to negotiate today. Think that will be to his advantage. Trainer Scott Lake has reclaimed runner a few...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #THREE
February 12, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) Jet Rated - This race is being run at an abbreviated sprint distance of five furlongs. Most in here like to show some speed and stop. "Jet Rated," has ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
February 11, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
(# 2) Love Cove - Much improved since adding blinkers. Showed good speed to stalk a fast pace in an abbreviated sprint and finished well late on Jan. 12. Goo...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
February 11, 2007
3:10 PM Eastern
(# 2) Fast And Furious - Bounced to the moon off two hard efforts off a long layoff on Dec. 10. Came back with a strong showing in a sprint on Jan. 21, and l...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
February 11, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 5) Absolutely Live - Meets a very weak field to begin career. Full-brother to "Roman Dancer," who won his career debut effort and later the Sunny Slope St...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #TWO
February 11, 2007
1:40 PM Eastern
(# 4) Fiber Magee - Filly had improved quite a bit when racing on the turf in late Nov. and early Dec. Returns in dirt sprint and she has raced and won over ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
February 11, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) Magnolia Jackson - Compromised by an inside speed biased track on Jan. 1, exiting a FTKR, against much tougher. Looms the controlling speed breaking fr...
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AQUEDUCT Race #Race 8
February 10, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 1) Summer Doldrums - Visually impressive 1/12 in Inner Dirt debut off a freshening, when bet from the opening bell. Responded well to rating tactics and i...
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AQUEDUCT Race #Race 7
February 10, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 4) Wally World - Showed much improved speed on inner dirt for the first time while facing NY-breds. Stalked a modest pace and gained the lead when asked. ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #Race 6
February 10, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 9) Lapin - All systems go for his career debut. Has not missed a beat in the AM since beginning his works in early Nov. and probably worked before that as...
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AQUEDUCT Race #Race 2
February 10, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 4) D Cs Thunder - Steps up in price but NOT in class off the claim. Did well to finish second in an improved effort on Jan 31 over a speed biased track. B...
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AQUEDUCT Race #Race 1
February 10, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) Mr. Bourbon Street - Appears to be cycling back to a top effort. Improved 4th in an abbreviated sprint on Jan. 27. Clearly is at his best racing on or ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
February 9, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 5) Mister Zee - Well bred gelding by Mr. Greeley always hinted at a little ability but he picked up his game when transferred to Hall of Famer Frank "Ponc...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FIVE
February 9, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 6) Film At Eleven - Filly was claimed three starts back by trainer Robert Hale off of pretty sharp horseman in John Shaw. Price was $50,000 and after a tr...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
February 9, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 5) Fight On - Has encountered bumpy starts in both starts in New York since coming from California late in 2006. Finished fourth in last after the trouble...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #ONE
February 9, 2007
1:10 PM Eastern
(# 3) Sweet Angel - Steve Klesaris has been off to a slow start at the Gulfstream meeting with no winners and none in the money finishes in seven starts. "An...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
February 8, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 4) Baby Gray - Filly is well spotted in here by trainer John Hertler. Stakes placed runner doesn't face as tough a group as shes been running against even...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
February 8, 2007
1:40 PM Eastern
(# 6) Lake Butler - Gelding pressed sub :46 half mile in second race in New York after shipping up from Calder. Trainer Tim Ritvo has done quite well with Fl...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
February 8, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) Dressed To Win - Trainer Linda Rice has developed her reputation on her ability to get the most out of young horses rather than selling them once they'...
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SANTA ANITA Race #EIGHT
February 7, 2007
7:35 PM Eastern
(# 4) EXCESS DIXIE - Mullins trained gelding worked well before encountering some problems in return to the races three month layoff. Bet pretty well in that...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FIVE
February 7, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 1) THE CUBAN HAWK - Race is for four year olds only, a rather strange condition as this time of year most tracks have maiden three year olds (fresh from t...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FOUR
February 7, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 3) SWEET TIME - Very sharp right now for trainer Scott Lake. Toyed with a claiming crew in her last and appears to have never been better than she is righ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #EIGHT
February 7, 2007
1:40 PM Eastern
(# 1) How'Bout No - For whatever reason filly did not fire in her last race. New York bred Stakes winner had one sprint prep off of eight month layoff before...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #NINE
February 5, 2007
5:15 PM Eastern
(# 1) Speedball Howie - Trainer Ed Plesa sends out pair of runners here who will run uncoupled in the wagering. "Howie" had debut almost one month ago in mai...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TEN
February 5, 2007
4:15 PM Eastern
(# 2) Jet Away Jane - Newly turned four year filly continues to run quality races at various distances. Daughter of Unbridled Jet faced older fillies in prac...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #NINE
February 5, 2007
3:45 PM Eastern
(# 2) Call You Raise You - Colt makes third start of current form cycle and continues to show improving numbers. Last race was his first attempt at distance ...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FOUR
February 5, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 1) Special Jet - Former stakes runner has been sliding down the class level for some time. Flashed speed against better in last two at Aqueduct before tir...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TWO
February 5, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) Doc's Treasure - Tough old veteran comes back in two weeks after enjoying two months off. May have been a little short in that effort as is often the c...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #EIGHT
February 4, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 6) Valid Notebook - Faced a pretty tough bunch in sprint return here at Gulfstream in his return to the races. Winner Dark Cheetah is a very good horse wh...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
February 4, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 6) Baby Gray - Staked placed runner doesnt have much speed but does hold a bit of a class edge over her opponents. These types are always susceptible to s...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #THREE
February 4, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 2) Cue The Highlights - Filly enjoyed productive 2006 season for trainer Nick Gonzalez at Woodbine. Most of the races were over the Polytrack surface but ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
February 4, 2007
1:15 PM Eastern
(# 1) Karakorum Patriot - Posted big win two back from the rail at this level in an optional claimer at today's distance. Had a very wide trip in latest and ...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #TEN
February 3, 2007
5:50 PM Eastern
(# 5) Rutledge Cat - Three year-old son of Tale of the Cat, has shown ability on dirt, polytrack and turf in his career. Trained by H. Graham Motion, horse h...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
February 3, 2007
4:15 PM Eastern
(# 5) Mister Zee - Well bred gelding by Mr. Greeley has put together a string of solid outings since returning to the races in October. Hall of Famer Frank M...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
February 3, 2007
1:35 PM Eastern
(# 5) Mariano - Trainer Mike Hushion takes logical next step with colt by Chester House who is stretching out after two sharp sprint efforts in which he ran ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
February 3, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) Ty's Ridge - Gelding encountered major problems entering the first turn in last race, essentially being eliminated when he tried to split horses to go ...
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TAMPA BAY Race #ELEVEN
February 2, 2007
4:50 PM Eastern
(# 4) Independence Ridge - Tough horse to like a lot with twenty losses on his resume. Thought he would have been much closer to runaway winner in last when ...
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TAMPA BAY Race #NINE
February 2, 2007
4:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) Marine Recruit - Gelding by Patton looked like a new horse in first start of the season off of a layoff. Granted, he was only beating maidens but he di...
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TAMPA BAY Race #SEVEN
February 2, 2007
3:05 PM Eastern
(# 4) Lake Egri - Well bred gelding by Salt Lake has put together three solid tries at Tampa since coming from Canterbury Park in Minnesota. Cuts back a sixt...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
February 2, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) Scary Bob - Interesting starter allowance which drew a odd group of horses. There are sprinters, distance runners and two coming off of layoffs. Scary ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
February 1, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) Motor City Papa - Trainer Bruce Levine added lasix to son of City Zip for first attempt at a route of ground in last. Colt pressed pace in slop while t...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
February 1, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 2) Papa's Kara - Filly had debut in large field down towards the inside at seven furlongs over Aqueducts main track in November. Next start came five week...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FOUR
February 1, 2007
1:35 PM Eastern
(# 3) Napalm Bomb - Colt is making fifth start at the Tampa Bay meeting after coming here by way of Great Lakes Downs. He's lightly raced and from his form i...
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TAMPA BAY Race #TWO
February 1, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 6) Signals In The Wind - Claimed out of last race by Carl Cooper from Catherine Phillips-Day for $10,000. Wheels back at same level with the addition of b...
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LAUREL Race #FIVE
January 31, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 4) Kip Kelly - Filly has a back class edge over most in here and was claimed last out by Allen Ferris. Is very lightly raced for her age so she obviously ...
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LAUREL Race #FOUR
January 31, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 3) SOUTHERN RAINBOW - Trainer Tim hooper drops horse to price of claiming level ($ 25,000) which they put up three races back at Delaware Park. Colt had t...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
January 31, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) WALK THE CATWALK - Gelding pressed the pace against a better field in his last even though it was at same level he competes at today. There were severa...
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LAUREL Race #ONE
January 31, 2007
12:40 PM Eastern
(# 1) JOSE - Scott Lake trainee is fresh and fast. Claimed for bargain price of $7500 last November at Charles Town, was given about two months off and when ...
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TURF PARADISE Race #FIVE
January 29, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 9) Grandpa Boy - Gelding by Exploit trained by Manuel Oriza who is having a good meeting. Ran nice race on turf last out where he made a strong bid toward...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TWO
January 29, 2007
12:25 PM Eastern
(# 3) Precious Innocence - Wheels right back after her best race in a while last Monday. Was up close in that contest and would have won if it weren't for a ...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #ONE
January 29, 2007
12:05 PM Eastern
(# 1) Suave Lord - Has the best form showing and has been competitive at higher levels mostly while sprinting. Was beaten soundly in his last but was facing ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
January 28, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 3) Res Ipsa - Gelding by Giant's Causeway was once in the fine barn of Patrick Biancone. Ran second on the dirt at Saratoga to King Hoss who would undoubt...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
January 28, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 4) Parisian Airess - Maiden New York bred fillies are traveling six furlongs in this event. Our top pick ran fine second in debut race for Finger Lakes co...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FIFTH
January 28, 2007
2:05 PM Eastern
(# 3) Trainee - Broke maiden as a good thing without lifting her hooves. Top trainer Tom Proctor usually has some top stock for stakes later in meeting. Stre...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FOUR
January 28, 2007
1:40 PM Eastern
(# 2) Point Won - Probable favorite is making third start off of layoff at Tampa. Possesses speed and ran well against better last summer in Chicago. Should ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
January 27, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) Brooker D. - Stretches out to two turns for the first time today. Draws rail and trainer Dom Galluscio adds blinkers to colts equipment for initial att...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #FIVE
January 27, 2007
2:35 PM Eastern
(# 6) Dean's List - Consistent filly in the good hands of Frank Alexander has fine recent form on many of these. Her turf races have all been quite good and ...
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TAMPA BAY Race #THREE
January 27, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 12) Tactically Fein - Horse ran good second over local dirt in first start for good horseman Derek Ryan. Spent 2006 on the New York circuit running at hig...
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TAMPA BAY Race #TWO
January 27, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) Brave Charmer - Pete Klesaris trained gelding ran fifth at this level and distance from very wide post (11), where he pressed pace while in the six pat...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FIVE
January 26, 2007
2:10 PM Eastern
(# 5) Seattle Gin - Makes fourth start of meeting for Joe McCallister. First pair were around two turns with inside posts, so jockey had to send him early. P...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FOUR
January 26, 2007
1:40 PM Eastern
(# 3) Morethandreaming - Filly by More Than Ready makes way to Florida by way of Del Mar and Zia Park. Showed speed when sent off at 8-1 in California debut ...
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LAUREL Race #TWO
January 26, 2007
1:05 PM Eastern
(# 5) My Big Treasure - Has never tried two-turn racing but was entered a couple of times and eventually scratched. Was extremely wide in his last but still ...
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TAMPA BAY Race #TWO
January 26, 2007
12:45 PM Eastern
(# 1) Batesse - Filly has shown steady improvement in her three starts since recent layoff. Tired just a bit in her last race to finish third after setting b...
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SANTA ANITA Race #FIVE
January 25, 2007
6:05 PM Eastern
(# 3) Lerici - Filly by Woodman has regrouped after first two tries late in two-year-old season. Worked very well before initial start over Hollywood's artif...
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LAUREL Race #NINE
January 25, 2007
4:25 PM Eastern
(# 2) Skip The Crowd - Gary Capuano claimed runner two back for $7500 and moved runner up to $15,000 for first try for his stable. Caught a sloppy track in t...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
January 25, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 3) Log Jam - Exploded in the last sixteenth last race to get up for the victory. That was well-bred gelding's first start for Contessa barn and he looked ...
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LAUREL Race #THREE
January 25, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 10) Manhattan Moon - Gelding by Malibu Moon slides down the maiden claiming ladder from $25,000 to $10,000 in this six-furlong sprint. Has displayed enoug...
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SANTA ANITA Race #THREE
January 24, 2007
5:00 PM Eastern
(# 7) HEATHERDOESN'TBLUFF - Weak group of four year olds and up maiden filly and mares to start off the huge pick six carryover. Our top pick has never run o...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
January 24, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 2) SCATKEY - In form filly made several runs at loose leader Hoosick Falls in last before tiring late and losing place to today's rival Gone Goodbye. Move...
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LAUREL Race #FOUR
January 24, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) CRUSINWITHCHARLIE - Cuts back from mile and one eighth around two turns to more agreeable one turn mile. Was claimed out of that race by William Campbe...
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LAUREL Race #ONE
January 24, 2007
12:35 PM Eastern
(# 6) REALLY REILLY - Five year old was previously in the Mike Hushion barn before coming to the stable of Mike Salvaggio. Has spent most of his career on tu...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #SIX
January 22, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
(# 4) Liquid Silver - Ran good second in last when returning to face Louisiana bred competition after racing at Woodbine in spring and early summer. That was...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #ONE
January 22, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) Loveton - Trainer Richard Small drops son of Our Emblem into maiden claimer for the first time and also sends him around two turns in fourth lifetime s...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #THREE
January 22, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 6) Always Say Yes - Gelding comes by way of California where he was competing at much higher level of competition. Trainer Randy Allen going well at the p...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #ONE
January 22, 2007
12:05 PM Eastern
(# 1) The Grey Goose - Filly by Runaway Groom has been beaten by horses wiring the field in her last pair which is often the case with cheap maidens. Think t...
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GULFSTREAM Race #SIX
January 21, 2007
3:40 PM Eastern
(# 1) Quality Affair - Expensive daughter of Elusive Quality was a bit of a head case last year having all sorts of problems and trouble in her four races. H...
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GULFSTREAM Race #FIVE
January 21, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 5) Pure Oxygen - Colt was claimed out of winning race three back by trainer Steve Margolis from Blasi-Asmussen team. Legged up in expensive claimer on tur...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FOUR
January 21, 2007
1:40 PM Eastern
(# 9) War Locket - Filly makes third start at current stand. Raced evenly in first two, one against better at seven furlongs the other - a wide journey at si...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
January 21, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) Salt Water Reign - Filly by Salt Lake makes first start against New York breds after running one time during two year old season at Delaware Park in op...
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TAMPA BAY Race #EIGHT
January 20, 2007
3:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) Bye Yawl - $250,000 yearling by El Corredor went off as the favorite in only start during two year old season over Keeneland's Polytrack. Flashed high ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
January 20, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 6) Precise Alloy - Lost all chance of winning last start by getting bumped heavily at the start. Winner of that race, Daza, came flying out at the break a...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
January 20, 2007
1:55 PM Eastern
(# 4) Philomatt - Gelding made initial start at very difficult debut distance of seven furlongs. She was given time off after that race by the sharp John Kim...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FOUR
January 20, 2007
1:40 PM Eastern
(# 4) Cabbage Key - Probable favorite just missed off the turf race last out. Daughter of A.P. Indy hails from the Will Farrish barn and is trained here by M...
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OAKLAWN PARK Race #THREE
January 19, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 9) Smoldering Queen - Steve Asmussen trained filly was given an educational race in early December at the Fair Grounds. Ran against open maidens and race ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
January 19, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 9) Time Piece - Liked him a little last time when he was forty to one. But he lost all chance when he had a terrible start. Still ran well behind runaway ...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FIVE
January 19, 2007
2:10 PM Eastern
(# 5) Youknowshesright - Expensive daughter of Smart Strike finally lived up to potential with easy maiden victory in early December. Has been given five wee...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FOUR
January 19, 2007
1:45 PM Eastern
(# 9) Whatever I Want - Two very sharp tries at Tampa since coming here from Great Lakes Downs at the end of their meeting in October. Has enough tactical sp...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
January 18, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 3) Ganesvoort - Impressive maiden winner at first asking for Contessa in early December. Waited patiently then exploded down the stretch when asked for ru...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
January 18, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 7) Teakwood - May have a tactical advantage in here as he is pretty quick out of the gate where most of his rivals are not. Galluscio very good with stret...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
January 18, 2007
2:15 PM Eastern
(# 1) Square Dancing - Runner was claimed from Carlos Martin by Dom Galluscio for $10,000 in last. Carefully spotted by crafty barn for $16,000 in first star...
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LAUREL Race #FOUR
January 18, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) Snafu - Like the progress this filly has shown. All of her best races are at one mile or better and today gets to try a mile and one-eighth. Never look...
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GULFSTREAM Race #FOUR
January 17, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 1) SHONE - Zito trainee ran good second in mile and one sixteenth slop race at Calder in last start after stumbling at the start. Draws rail and blinkers ...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FIVE
January 17, 2007
2:10 PM Eastern
(# 7) SINGAPORE SWING - Improved last out when stretched out in distance for the first time finishing second to good looking Bob Barbara trained winner Brisc...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #FIVE
January 17, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 5) STRAIGHT SPEAK - Colt tries distance of ground for the first time after sprinting in initial four races. Chased quick fractions in last from wide post ...
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TAMPA BAY Race #THREE
January 17, 2007
1:15 PM Eastern
(# 9) CHANCE'S REBEL - Don't normally like horses that have this many starts without winning but this is not a strong field signed on. This runner raced betw...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #SIX
January 15, 2007
3:50 PM Eastern
( # 5) Sardius - Filly was claimed out of maiden victory last out by Tom Amoss-Maggie Moss combination for $12,500. Filly is carefully spotted in first start...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #THREE
January 15, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 4) Flak's Miracle - Claimed out of last race in December by Cody Autry. Runner returns at lower level than the claiming price. Have seen this move by barn...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #TWO
January 15, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 5) Solo Concerto - Colt made one start during two year old season at Turfway Park over Polytrack in September. Was up close after drifting out at the begi...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
January 15, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 4) Go Jersey Ginny - Appears to be approaching the form she displayed in late spring and early summer. Pretty consistent at that time and last race was a ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
January 14, 2007
3:10 PM Eastern
(# 4) HABSBURG - Easiest kind of wire-to-wire winner last out for Gary Contessa. Colt rises only slightly in claiming price and front-running tactics should ...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #THREE
January 14, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 1) Play Nineteen - Colt ran a huge race first time out when he broke slowly from inside post in large field, rushed into contention, battled with eventual...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
January 14, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) Two Turn Halo - Filly really stepped up her game in last showing high speed and winning easily in impressive performance. That was first race over inne...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TWO
January 14, 2007
12:45 PM Eastern
(# 6) Yes My Dear - Filly makes second start for trainer Jayne Vaders after coming over from the Daniel Lopez stable. Pressed Suicidial Fractions in last whi...
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TAMPA BAY Race #SIX
January 13, 2007
2:35 PM Eastern
(# 4) Mo's Last Call - His races since returning from a short break have been consistent with what it would take to be in the thick of this. Has a good turn ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
January 13, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) Smoke Diamond - Lightly raced gelding by Smoke Glacken had no chance after breaking slowly. Santos takes over today and an alert break could have him o...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FIVE
January 13, 2007
2:10 PM Eastern
(# 10) Batesse - Filly makes third start off of just about a four month layoff. Had a string of good races that she put together at Calder in late May and Ju...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
January 13, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 3) Devilish Tom - This colt has improved with the addition of lasix two back. Has pressed the pace in both of those races from outside posts. Moves inside...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SEVEN
January 12, 2007
3:15 PM Eastern
(# 2) TAKING THE REDEYE - Responded with his best effort in some time last out with fine pace setting-pressing tactics, just missing the win. Only the horse ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
January 12, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 1A) MRS. GOTTLIEB - Filly is coupled in the wagering with
(# 1) Talking Treasure, and trainer Charlton Baker has named Bob Messina on both, meaning th...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
January 12, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 4) Sea Lawyer - This runner is pretty quick from the gate and that may allow him to get a length on this field heading into the far turn. There is some ot...
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TAMPA BAY Race #THREE
January 12, 2007
1:15 PM Eastern
(# 8) Explained - Runner makes third start off of layoff for good connections(Judith Hicklin). Thought he ran well in first two at meeting when wide from pos...
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LAUREL Race #NINE
January 11, 2007
4:15 PM Eastern
(# 8) PARADE ROLL - Runner looms very short price against these, so we'll try to hit the trifecta with him on top.He's been a beaten favorite in his last thr...
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LAUREL Race #SEVEN
January 11, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 10) MY BIG TREASURE - Looked super winning last. Gallopped out very strongly past wire and gave appearance of horse really finding himself. Was entered an...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
January 11, 2007
3:10 PM Eastern
(# 1) CAPOTE'S PRINCESS - Had debut against tougher from very difficult post (12) sprinting over inner track. Had sharp work leading into that race. Stretche...
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LAUREL Race #SIX
January 11, 2007
2:55 PM Eastern
(# 5) BEDSIDE STORY - Quick two year old of last season was claimed by Dick Dutrow from Wayne Lukas out of maiden victory in slop at Saratoga for $50,000. Ra...
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AQUEDUCT Race #ONE
January 11, 2007
12:30 PM Eastern
(# 3) MUTAKAWAY - Contessa sends out filly second start off of the claim from Michael Trombetta. New connections paid $35,000 and when moved up in last stumb...
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LAUREL Race #NINE
January 10, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 4) HIGH NOON BOY - Runner cuts back from one mile to seven panels in this bottom maiden claimer. Appears fit as a fiddle and Salzman trainee should be abl...
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AQUEDUCT Race #NINE
January 10, 2007
4:15 PM Eastern
(# 3) FREE OF SECRETS - First time ever in claimer for George Weaver trainee. Ran fine second in off the turf race at Delaware Park in Sept. Thru in a clunke...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
January 10, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(1A) L D'S GALAXY - Ran against tougher in first pair of starts during late summer and early fall. Returned running a distance and again it came in a pricier...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FIVE
January 10, 2007
2:20 PM Eastern
(# 4) TEN FORTY - Bruce Levine trained runner has given good account of himself in his two starts since blinkers were added. Has set or pressed pace in both ...
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LAUREL Race #THREE
January 10, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 5) NEVER WRONG - Filly ran pretty well during summer and early fall without breaking maiden. Has shown sharp speed in most of her races. Drops to lowest l...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #TEN
January 8, 2007
4:15 PM Eastern
(# 6) URSULA'S PASSION - Enter this allowance affair in good form with all her recent races producing fine tries. Prefers to stalk just off the leaders, and ...
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FAIR GROUNDS Race #FIVE
January 8, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 4) STORM HEAT - Colt by Storm Creek Probably needed latest after two month break. Similar pattern of running well after a return race off of a layoff on v...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #EIGHT
January 8, 2007
3:20 PM Eastern
(# 5) WHISPERED WARNING - Veteran win machine looks to be set up well for front running try to get his eleventh lifetime victory. Sprint to route tactics hav...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #THREE
January 8, 2007
1:15 PM Eastern
(# 7) PINE HAWK - Set a swift pace against better last time out. Was hard used to attain lead into first turn. Drop into a claimer by trainer Randy Allen see...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #ONE
January 8, 2007
12:20 PM Eastern
(# 10) JOHNNY'S EXPRESS - Has displayed good speed against better. He's capable of running a quick quarter and half mile. Now in the Jason Servis barn after ...
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TAMPA BAY Race #TEN
January 7, 2007
4:20 PM Eastern
(# 1) A P Speedway - Zito runner got his feet wet on Tampa surface last time out. This post and distance may allow him to make more use of the speed he showe...
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LAUREL Race #SEVEN
January 7, 2007
3:25 PM Eastern
(# 1) She's A Blue Devil - Three races, three good tries. They have come at a variety of distances, the last at today's seven furlongs. She has drawn inside ...
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TAMPA BAY Race #SEVEN
January 7, 2007
3:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) Grand Heritage - Veteran runner brings fine overall record to this contest. This horse has a fine stalking gear in a race that has some pace to it. "He...
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LAUREL Race #FIVE
January 7, 2007
2:25 PM Eastern
(# 7) Tribal Moon - Filly makes third start of current form cycle off of three nice works since last race. She's been competitive against similar without hit...
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TAMPA BAY Race #ELEVEN
January 6, 2007
5:05 PM Eastern
(# 6) Ok DEPUTY - The likely public choice in here comes off of well bet second place finish in initial run over track. He had worked fast at Churchill befor...
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LAUREL Race #SIX
January 6, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 2) ART MAJOR - Good, consistent gelding moves up off the claim for sharp claiming trainer Pail McClelland. Enters this off a win at today's distance which...
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LAUREL Race #FOUR
January 6, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 1) MIDNIGHT FLAIR - Robert Bailes trained runner has been given a bit of a freshening since throwing in a bad performance over Aqueduct's main track again...
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TAMPA BAY Race #FOUR
January 6, 2007
1:40 PM Eastern
(# 9) CANOPY - One of two Bill Mott trained runners who are entered in this contest. They will be the top choices in here though not sure which one will go f...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
January 6, 2007
12:55 PM Eastern
(# 3) HICKORY STICK - Trainer Perkins has had himself fine week with a couple of winners. This horse has had some trouble in his starts but its worth noting ...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
January 5, 2007
2:45 PM Eastern
(# 1) SOMETHINGABOUTYOU - Filly has had her share of problems at the start in 3 of her 6 races. Best race came at Monmouth where she pressed pace while wide ...
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GULFSTREAM Race #FOUR
January 5, 2007
2:40 PM Eastern
(# 5) FAPPIE'S CLOWN - There is no better trainer on the East coast who wins off the claim like Peter Walder. He haltered this 3 year old following a 2nd pla...
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LAUREL Race #FOUR
January 5, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(# 4) SECRETLY TAKEN - Filly trained well at both Monmouth and Fair Hill training center before making debut at Philadelphia Park in mid-December. She was fo...
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AQUEDUCT Race #FOUR
January 5, 2007
1:50 PM Eastern
(# 5) FRIDAY TRICK - Fair return race that went in slow time. Blinkers go on for runner making only second start in almost ten months. Field is pretty weak s...
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AQUEDUCT Race #THREE
January 5, 2007
1:25 PM Eastern
(# 7) FLUSHING MEADOW - Early speed is very dangerous on the inner track and this 6 year old has it. Despite breaking from an outside post today, he has enou...
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AQUEDUCT Race #SIX
January 4, 2007
2:50 PM Eastern
(# 1) BE A BELIEVER - Vast improvement last 2 starts switching to the inner track with blinkers added. Set a solid pace before tiring late on Dec 16 despite ...
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LAUREL Race #FOUR
January 4, 2007
2:00 PM Eastern
(#'s 1 and 1A) CANARY MOON AND I'm ALL OVER IT - Top trainer Rodney Jenkins sends out a dangerous pair of runners here. Canary Moom finished second in only r...
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LAUREL Race #THREE
January 4, 2007
1:30 PM Eastern
(# 1) ROMANCE STORY - Filly takes dramatic plunge from $25,000 maidens to $10,000. She also cuts back in distance to five and one half furlongs after competi...
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AQUEDUCT Race #TWO
January 4, 2007
1:00 PM Eastern
(# 8) DIVIDED TERRITORY - Showed vast improvement Nov 30 taking a sharp drop to the maiden $16,000 level. Made a big middle move into a solid pace and contin...
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(# 5) SWEET SOUTHERN JO Sprinted in only race to date on opening day here from wide post. Kept about her business and despite being six wide turning into the stretch finished good fourth. (# 1) Straight Razor Drops to lowest level yet for trainer John
January 4, 2007
12:50 PM Eastern
(# 5) SWEET SOUTHERN JO - Sprinted in only race to date on opening day here from wide post. Kept about her business and despite being six wide turning into t...
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TURFWAY PARK Race #SIX
January 3, 2007
6:40 PM Eastern
(# 1) CLEVER DUDE - Been very consistent since having a couple of months off (July-Sept.). Proved popular at the claiming box when he returned being haltered...
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GULFSTREAM PARK Race #SEVEN
January 3, 2007
4:10 PM Eastern
(# 1) HOLIDAY TRIP - Colt has two top tries over turf. He was an unlucky loser of debut at Saratoga when he was bumped as the field hit the far turn costing ...
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PHILADELPHIA PARK Race #SIX
January 3, 2007
2:30 PM Eastern
( # 3) FLEETWOOD MAX - Son of Gulch trained by H. Graham Motion debuted at a difficult distance for a first time starter, a mile and seventy yards. Colt also...
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TAMPA BAY Race #THREE
January 3, 2007
1:20 PM Eastern
(# 7) CURIOUS EXCHANGE - Claimed by current connections out of race at Calder in mid August. Came back quickly in the slop, where she showed showed 22& chang...
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TAMPA BAY Race #ONE
January 3, 2007
12:25 PM Eastern
( # 4) CITY THRILLER - Ran fine third in essentially first start off of year layoff after stumbling and having the jockey come out of the irons in return at ...
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