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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Nov. 9, 2021
We continue our recap of the Breeders' Cup weekend races at Del Mar. We finish up talking about Saturday's card, then move on to Friday's Juvenile program.
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Breeders' Cup Roundup & Results: Nov. 8, 2021
Blowout victories, thrilling photo finishes, career-defining performances—the 2021 Breeders’ Cup offered something for everyone.
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First-Crop Sires: Gun Runner into exclusive Breeders' Cup club
Four years after Gun Runner won the Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1), his first-crop daughter Echo Zulu took out the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies (G1).
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Betting takeaways from the 2021 Breeders' Cup
Breeders' Cup 2021 was interesting, to say the least, from a wagering and sporting perspective.
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NHL Notebook: Can anybody beat the Panthers?
Welcome to our inaugural edition of NHL Notebook! Let’s review some of the biggest headlines in hockey over the past week.
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Keeler Johnson's picks and plays of the day for Nov. 8
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares picks and plays for Monday, Nov. 8 at Mahoning Valley and Indiana Grand, including a ticket for Mahoning’s $2,069 Pick 5 carryover.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Nov. 8, 2021
Jason starts his look back at Breeders' Cup Saturday including talking about the Classic, Turf, and Distaff.
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Breeders' Cup stars Knicks Go, Life Is Good eye Pegasus World Cup
After Knicks Go and Life Is Good ran their rivals ragged in their respective Breeders’ Cup races on Saturday, a burning question presented itself: what might have happened if they’d squared off against each other? If all goes according to plan over the next couple of months, we’re likely to have an answer, because both are pointing to the Jan. 29 Pegasus World Cup (G1).
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Harness Weekly Update: Stakes Season Continues
The TwinSpires Harness Blog Weekly Update covers our successes and failures from selected features and the H2W (horses-to-watch list, now including Hoosier spin-offs).
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How to bet Belmont's $91,299 mandatory-payout Pick 6 carryover
Sunday is closing day of the Belmont Park fall meet, and bettors should know there’s a $91,299 Pick 6 carryover slated for mandatory dispersal.
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How did Paulo Lobo get back to the biggest stage? He never gave up
The Brazilian-born trainer, after some down years in California, has found new life with his stable based in Kentucky.
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Keeler Johnson's mega picks and plays of the day for Nov. 6
Keeler Johnson has you covered with picks, plays, and carryover insights for the Saturday cards at Belmont Park and Churchill Downs.
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Scully: Betting Breeders' Cup Saturday
One of horse racing's biggest days, Breeders' Cup Saturday features a challenging nine-race sequence, and James Scully shares how he will attack it
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Hanson: Handicapping the Breeders' Cup Saturday All-Turf Pick 4
The introduction this year of an All-Turf Pick 4 wager on the Breeders' Cup Saturday program at Del Mar could not have been more timely.
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Mucciolo's Breeders' Cup Saturday single
While Audarya returns to defend her title, I am siding with another in a race that has been especially good to me over the years.
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5 under the radar horses for Breeders' Cup Saturday
In my view, the favorites look to be imposing in at least three of the races, but I feel that there are multiple events where great value could be found.
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Betting with the favorites in the Nov. 6 undercard stakes at Del Mar
Before the championship racing begins, two graded tilts will take place at the picturesque track, and I will structure plays around the morning-line choice in each.
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Turf
Normally, the Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf (G1) is billed as a showdown between the American home team and the European raiders. But the 2021 renewal is introducing a third flavor to the mix.
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Keeler Johnson's mega picks and plays of the day for Nov. 5
If you’d like a quick change a pace from the Breeders’ Cup, Keeler Johnson is sharing picks and plays for Belmont and Churchill Downs, plus a ticket for the $2,477 Super Hi-5 carryover at Golden Gate.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Nov. 5, 2021
We continue our look ahead to the Breeders' Cup races including the big events on the Saturday card. Ed, James, and Scott join the show to talk about the BC races and we say goodbye to Ed on the Jury with a roast!
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Barn favorite Snapper Sinclair seeking glory in Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile
Snapper Sinclair is a longshot in the Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile (G1), but he's been whiskers away from greatness before.
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Sprint
A total of nine horses will travel six panels in the $2 million Breeders’ Cup Sprint (G1) at Del Mar on Saturday.
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile
Eight horses will travel one-mile on the Del Mar main surface in Saturday’s $1 million Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile (G1).
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Tipsheet: Breeders' Cup Mile 2021
An overflow field of 16 will converge in the $2 million Breeders’ Cup Mile (G1) at Del Mar on Saturday.
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Betting with favorites on the Nov. 5 undercard at Del Mar
Prior to the handful of Breeders’ Cup races that will take place at Del Mar during Future Stars Friday, a quartet of black-type events will be contested.
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Five under the radar contenders for Breeders' Cup Friday
Four of the five major events boast deep and highly competitive fields with horses that offer great value.
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Kentucky Derby Alumni Update: Breeders' Cup week 2021
With Breeders' Cup on the horizon, there are plenty of Kentucky Derby and Oaks alumni to check in with this weekend. But, several also hit the track in the last week, making it the right time to look back and then look forward!
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Now Available: Breeders' Cup Betting Guide for 2021
Now Available: Breeders' Cup Betting Guide for 2021
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Track Update: Del Mar for Breeders' Cup Week
Just in time for Breeders' Cup, find out who comes to the Bing Crosby meet ready to fire!
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Trends, angles to note for 2021 Breeders' Cup turf races
To borrow an observation from the iconic jockey Frankie Dettori, the Europe-versus-America dynamic in the Breeders’ Cup is reminiscent of golf’s Ryder Cup. While the parallel extends to American success in a few of the turf races, others have been more evenly matched, and Europeans remain historically dominant in the 1 1/2-mile Turf (G1).
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint
A dozen juveniles dashing five furlongs on turf can be a recipe for chaotic results. But there’s a strong chance we’ll see the opposite in Friday’s $1 million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint (G1).
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf
Looking for a formidable handicapping challenge? Look no further than Friday’s 1 million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf (G1) at Del Mar.
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Keeler Johnson's picks and plays of the day for Nov. 4
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares $100 worth of picks and plays for Thursday at Churchill Downs, Del Mar, and Indiana Grand, including a ticket for Churchill’s $7,292 Super High 5 carryover.
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Hanson: How I will bet Breeders' Cup Friday
Win plays and the Late Pick 3 will be Vance Hanson's betting focus on Breeders' Cup Friday at Del Mar.
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint
The Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint (G1) is one of the best betting races of the Nov. 5-6 championships at Del Mar. These are the key contenders, including a great win candidate at a square price!
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Harness Racing: Matrons Do Dover; Hoosier Class
Dover offers traditional Matrons and Hoosier ups the season's stakes.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Nov. 4, 2021
Jason opens the show discussing the early Pick 5 for Breeders' Cup Saturday at Del Mar. Then we welcome in racing analyst Jessica Paquette to talk about the five Juvenile Breeders' Cup races on Friday's card.
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Sprint
Gamine is the heavy favorite on the morning line for Saturday's Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Sprint (G1) at Del Mar. But is she the goods?
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf
Traditionally, the $1 million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf (G1) has been a race dominated by European raiders. Between 2007 and 2018, nine of the 12 winners prepped across the pond.
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies
Among the 14 Breeders’ Cup races taking place at Del Mar on Friday and Saturday, one of the trickiest to handicap is the $2 million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies (G1), and not because the field is difficult to decipher.
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Breeders' Cup Juvenile: By The Numbers
The Breeders’ Cup Juvenile has regularly produced drama and quality. Here's a by-the-numbers look at the race:
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Breeders' Cup Juvenile hopeful Jasper Great at Del Mar (Photo by Cecilia Gustavsson/Horsephotos.com)
Breeders' Cup International Horse Profile: Jasper Great
From the first crop of the late champion Arrogate, Jasper Great sports a superb pedigree as well as an imperious debut victory on the dirt at Hanshin.
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Cardinals vs. 49ers: NFL Week 9 betting odds, preview, and pick
The Arizona Cardinals will look to get back on track following their first defeat and will travel to San Francisco on Sunday for a key Week 9 NFC West divisional matchup.
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Keeler Johnson's picks and plays of the day for Nov. 3
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares $100 worth of picks and plays for Wednesday at Mahoning Valley, Churchill Downs, and Del Mar, including a ticket for Churchill’s $2,221 Super High 5 carryover.
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Tipsheet: Breeders' Cup Classic 2021
John Mucciolo shares picks and plays for the 2021 Breeders' Cup Classic (G1) at Del Mar.
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Tipsheet: Breeders' Cup Turf 2021
A superb and overflow field has been entered for Saturday’s $4 million Breeders’ Cup Turf (G1). The 1 1/2-mile test has a strong international flair, and in a race that has been dominated by the Euros over the years, I am expecting a similar outcome in 2021.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Nov. 3, 2021
Jason discusses some of the Breeders' Cup news of the day to open the show. Then we welcome in Vic Stauffer to talk about the upcoming BCBC tournament, his preparations for Breeders' Cup, some of his favorite BC memories, and more!
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TRF Second Chances farm is changing human and equine lives
Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation’s Second Chances farm at Blackburn Correctional Complex has been changing lives—both human and equine—since 1999.
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Tipsheet: Breeders' Cup Distaff 2021
John Mucciolo shares picks and plays for the 2021 Breeders' Cup Distaff (G1) at Del Mar.
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Breeders' Cup 2021: Trainer Fausto Gutierrez
Trainer Fausto Gutierrez wasn't a household name until Letruska's 2021 season, but he has long had stars on his shedrow.
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Tipsheet: Breeders' Cup Juvenile 2021
John Mucciolo shares picks and plays for the 2021 Breeders' Cup Juvenile (G1) at Del Mar.
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Titans vs. Rams: NFL Week 9 betting odds, preview, and pick
Football fans are in for a treat this Sunday night as the Tennessee Titans visit the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. Let’s dive into this showdown and see which side bettors should be on.
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Hong Kong Preview: Zebrowski ready for first Hong Kong victory
Former Australian Derby runner-up Zebrowski is strongly fancied at Happy Valley Nov. 3.
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Keeler Johnson's picks and plays of the day for Nov. 2
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares picks and plays for Tuesday, Nov. 2 at Mahoning Valley and Indiana Grand, including a trio of cold exacta bets.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Nov. 2, 2021
Jason opens the show discussing some of the Breeders' Cup news of the day as well as the tragic death of jockey Miguel Mena. Then we welcome in trainer Chris Davis to talk about starting his first Breeders' Cup runners, training at Del Mar, the growth of his stable, and more!
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What does the draw mean for the race shape of the Breeders' Cup Classic?
One of the most compelling races of the Breeders' Cup weekend, from a pace perspective, is the Breeders' Cup Classic (G1).
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2021 Breeders' Cup Entries & Official Morning Line Odds
A list of contenders and morning line betting odds for every race for the 2021 two-day Breeders' Cup World Championships.
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Melbourne Cup: Betting with, and against, Incentivise
Incentivise is a short-priced favorite by Melbourne Cup standards but there are ways to take him on if desired.
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2021 Breeders' Cup contenders worth considering at a price
Here is our list of longshots to watch in the upcoming two-day, Breeders' Cup fixture on Friday and Saturday.
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Breeders' Cup Roundup: Nov. 1, 2021
We’re in the homestretch now! The Breeders’ Cup will take place at Del Mar this Friday and Saturday, and final entries for the 14 championship races will be revealed shortly.
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Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies: By the Numbers
A look at the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies by the numbers.
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Keeler Johnson's picks and plays of the day for Nov. 1
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares picks and plays for Monday, Nov. 1 at Mahoning Valley and Indiana Grand, along with a horse to single in the $824 Pick 5 carryover at Zia Park.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Nov. 1, 2021
Jason looks back at the Saturday racing action from Keeneland as well as Belmont Park. He also discusses the upcoming Breeders' Cup and some of the TwinSpires BC offers.
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Breeders' Cup International Scouting Report: Loves Only You
The complete Breeders’ Cup International Scouting Report, covering Friday and Saturday, will be available on Brisnet.com early in the week. Here is a sample featuring the top contender from Team Japan, Loves Only You.
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Harness Weekly Update: Breeders Crown Crowd Shares Glory
A variety of classes share Breeders' Crown honors as the season fades.
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How to bet Santa Anita's $796,178 mandatory-payout Pick 6 carryover
Sunday is the final day of racing at the Santa Anita autumn meet, which means a $796,178 carryover in the Rainbow Pick 6 is slated for a mandatory payout. We're ready to play along on a $72 budget.
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Finding vulnerable favorites key in Breeders' Cup handicapping
Here are a few short-priced horses we'll be looking to beat on the first weekend of November at Del Mar.
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Scully: Betting the Late Pick 4 on Churchill Downs opener
The 132nd fall meet at Churchill Downs opens Sunday with an 11-race Stars of Tomorrow card devoted exclusively to two-year-olds, and I will play the Late Pick 4 sequence.
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Keeler Johnson's MEGA picks and plays of the day for Oct. 30
One week out from the Nov. 5-6 Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar, there aren’t many graded stakes slated to take place across North America. But that doesn’t mean the final Saturday in October will be dull.
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Australian racing picks for the Victoria Derby and Golden Eagle
Victoria Derby Day at Flemington in Melbourne is often described as “Christmas for adults,” because of the exceptional quality of racing that is put on by the Victoria Racing Club.
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Belmont Park: Spooky Stakes Plays for Halloween
A trio of black-type races highlights a strong nine-race Halloween card at Belmont Park on Sunday.
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How to bet the 2021 Street Sense Stakes
A promising field of nine juveniles will go postward in the $200,000 Street Sense S. at Churchill Downs on Sunday.
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What is the most exciting juvenile Breeders' Cup race of 2021?
Get to know the leading contenders in each of the Future Stars Friday races, and then you tell us which race is the most exciting of the two-year-old races next weekend!
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Keeler Johnson's picks and plays for Oct. 29
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares $60 worth of picks and plays for Friday, Oct. 29 at Belmont Park and Keeneland, along with horses to key in a pair of non-jackpot carryovers at Keeneland.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Oct. 29, 2021
Jason is joined by Ed, James, and Scott to talk about the upcoming weekend, Keeneland, Churchill Fall meet opening, and more!
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Harness Racing: Breeders' Crown Finals Weekend
The Breeders Crown finals rule. The fall classics are again at The New Meadowlands to finish the division champion contests. Raring to take us through the overnight months is the never-ending TwinSpires H2W (horses-to-watch list) as well as we continue the Mohawk Miles search for longshots.
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Indiana Grand stakes plays for Oct. 30
Four stakes contests for Indiana-bred runners will lead the way at Indiana Grand on Saturday.
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Belmont Park: Stakes spot plays for Oct. 30
A six-pack of black-type races for Empire State-bred runners will highlight a fine day of racing at Belmont Park.
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The most relentless sports curses of all time
With Halloween right around the corner, here are five of the most relentless curses in sports history.
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Betting with, and against, Independence Hall in the Fayette Stakes
An excellent field of nine will travel 1 1/8 miles on the Keeneland main strip in Saturday’s $200,000 Fayette S.
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Breeders' Cup post times, pre-entries and wagering menu now available
Breeders' Cup Post Times, Pre-Entries & Wager Menu Now Available!
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Analyzing the 2021 Breeders' Cup Classic pre-entries
Pre-entries for the Nov. 5-6 Breeders’ Cup were announced on Wednesday, and as usual, the Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1) has attracted a prospective field worthy of its $6 million purse.
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Keeler Johnson's picks and plays for Oct. 28
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares $50 worth of picks and plays for Thursday, Oct. 28 at Belmont Park and Keeneland, including win bets capitalizing on a pair of TwinSpires promotions.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Oct. 28, 2021
Jason opens the show discussing the Breeders' Cup pre-entries, as well as Breeders' Cup betting. Then he welcomes Gino Buccola to talk Breeders' Cup, betting, his podcast, and much more!
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Keeneland track update: Oct. 27, 2021
Heading into closing week at Keeneland, let's check in on the standings and the most profitable betting angles!
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Why betting small pari-mutuel wagering pools can be tricky
Can the size of a particular pari-mutuel wagering pool have a significant impact on the betting payoffs generated? The answer is yes, and the bigger the pool, the better the possibilities.
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Keeler Johnson's picks and plays for Oct. 27
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares picks and plays for Wednesday, Oct. 27 at Keeneland and Indiana Grand, along with a ticket for Keeneland’s $20,051 Super High 5 carryover.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Oct. 27, 2021
Jason opens the show talking about some of the news of the day from around the racing world. We welcome in Rachel McLaughlin from Indiana Grand to talk about the Indiana Grand season, the upcoming Indiana Champions Day on Saturday, and much more!
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Hong Kong Preview: Legend can overcome Prince
True Legend can turn the tables on his last start conqueror Chancheng Prince on the Sha Tin all-weather track Oct. 27.
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Harness Racing: Hoosier Park plays for Oct. 27
For the program on Oct. 27 at Hoosier Park, we suggest some horses for selected plays that may fit in any type of wager.
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Keeler Johnson's picks and plays for Oct. 26
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares $50 worth of picks and plays for Tuesday at Parx Racing and Indiana Grand, along with tickets for the mandatory-payout $17,606 Super High 5 carryover at Fort Erie.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Oct. 26, 2021
Jason opens the show discussing some of the news of the day from around the racing world. Then we welcome in trainer Kara Toye to talk about the start of her training career, losing a race at Keeneland by a nose, her roots in the Pacific Northwest, and more!
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Kentucky Derby Alumni update for Oct. 25, 2021
Though we are less than two weeks from the Breeders' Cup, where several Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks horses are expected to appear, the calendar has still been busy for several other alumni within the last week.
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Breeders' Cup roundup: Oct. 25, 2021
The Nov. 5-6 Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar is less than two weeks away, which means key contenders are busy training and pre-entries will soon be released.
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Keeler Johnson's picks and plays for Oct. 25
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares picks and plays for Monday, Oct. 25 at Mahoning Valley and Indiana Grand, including a trio of exacta wagers.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Oct. 25, 2021
We look back at the weekend of racing including discussing the cards from Belmont Park, Keeneland, and Laurel Park. Plus Jason discusses his visit to Golden Gate Fields and San Francisco.
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Harness Weekly Update: Crown Elims Fair To Favorites
Breeders Crown elims set stage for Oct. 30 finals at Meadowlands
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Horses to single in lucrative carryovers at Laurel, Keeneland
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares horses to single in a pair of five-figure carryovers at Laurel Park and Keeneland.
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Horses to single in Belmont's $47,777 Pick 6 carryover
The Saturday card at Belmont Park just got more exciting. In addition to a pair of graded stakes, the afternoon action features a $47,777 carryover in the $1 Pick 6.
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Breeders' Cup: Trends for juvenile tilts
Check out a few trends of interest for the Future Stars Friday card.
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