J. Keeler Johnson

J. Keeler Johnson (also known as “Keelerman”) is a writer, blogger, videographer, handicapper, and all-around horse racing enthusiast who was drawn to the sport by Curlin's quest to become North America's richest racehorse.

Belmont Park Racetrack (Photo by Coglianese Photos/NYRA)

Belmont Park Racetrack (Photo by Coglianese Photos/NYRA)

Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Belmont’s $22,988 Pick 6 carryover

Thu Oct 15 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Oct. 15 at Keeneland and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with a horse to single in the $22,988 Pick 6 carryover at Belmont Park.

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Keeneland

Keeneland (Photo courtesy of Keeneland)

Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Keeneland’s $20,386 Pick 6 carryover

Wed Oct 14 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Oct. 14 at Presque Isle Downs and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with horses to play in Keeneland’s $20,386 Pick 6 carryover and $7,511 Super High 5 carryover.

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Hullabaloo Ray Ray breaks his maiden at Belmont Park.

Hullabaloo Ray Ray breaks his maiden at Belmont Park. (Photo by Coglianese Photos/Chelsea Durand)

Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Big winners at Belmont and Kyoto

Tue Oct 13 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Eye-catching winners at Belmont Park in New York and Kyoto in Japan lead the latest edition of Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch.

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Racing at Parx.

Racing at Parx. (Photo by Equi-Photo)

Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Mandatory-payout $62,991 Pick 5 carryover

Tue Oct 13 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Oct. 13, at Parx Racing, including a ticket for the mandatory-payout $62,991 Pick 5 carryover.

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Gstaad winning the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf (G1) at Del Mar

Gstaad winning the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf (G1) at Del Mar (Photo by Horsephotos.com)

Breeders’ Cup Roundup: Ascot hosts final Breeders’ Cup prep

Mon Oct 12 2026J. Keeler Johnson

The 2026 Breeders’ Cup at Keeneland is 18 days away. Catch up on the latest news and developments with our weekly Breeders’ Cup Roundup:

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Racing at Horseshoe Indianapolis

Racing at Horseshoe Indianapolis (Photo by Coady Photography/Horseshoe Indianapolis)

Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $12,729 Super High 5 carryover

Mon Oct 12 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Oct. 12, at Finger Lakes, Presque Isle Downs, and Santa Anita, along with tickets for the $12,729 Super High 5 carryover at Horseshoe Indianapolis.

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Belmont Park Racetrack (Photo by Coglianese Photos/NYRA)

Belmont Park Racetrack (Photo by Coglianese Photos/NYRA)

Belmont Park: Single for Sunday’s $121,890 Pick 6 carryover

Sun Oct 11 2026J. Keeler Johnson

After going unsolved for two days in a row, the $1 Pick 6 at Belmont Park has tossed up a huge $121,890 carryover for Sunday’s card.

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Keeneland

Keeneland (Photo courtesy of Keeneland)

Horses to bet in Pick 6 carryovers at Belmont, Keeneland, Santa Anita

Sat Oct 10 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares horses to play in a trio of five-figure Pick 6 carryovers on Saturday at Belmont Park, Keeneland, and Santa Anita.

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Racing at Woodbine

Racing at Woodbine (Photo by Michael Burns)

Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Woodbine Pick 5 and Pick 6 carryovers

Fri Oct 09 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Oct. 9 at Keeneland and Belmont Park, along with horses to use in five-figure Pick 5 and Pick 6 carryovers at Woodbine.

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Keeneland

Keeneland (Photo courtesy of Keeneland)

Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Cavalry Call tries dirt

Thu Oct 08 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Oct. 8 at Keeneland and Presque Isle Downs, along with a horse to single in the mandatory-payout $4,424 Pick 6 carryover at Thistledown.

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American History wins the Breeders' Futurity (G1) at Keeneland.

American History wins the Breeders' Futurity (G1) at Keeneland. (Photo by Coady Media/Kurtis Coady)

Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: American History

Wed Oct 07 2026J. Keeler Johnson

A determined rally from behind a fast pace carried American History to victory in the Breeders’ Futurity (G1) on the Road to the Kentucky Derby.

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U. S. S. Valor wins the Champagne (G1) at Belmont Park.

U. S. S. Valor wins the Champagne (G1) at Belmont Park. (Photo by Coglianese Photos/Chelsea Durand)

Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: U. S. S. Valor

Wed Oct 07 2026J. Keeler Johnson

U. S. S. Valor ranks among the most exciting contenders for the 2027 Kentucky Derby (G1) after unleashing a powerful finish to win Belmont Park's one-mile Champagne (G1) on the Road to the Kentucky Derby.

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Belmont Park Racetrack (Photo by Coglianese Photos/NYRA)

Belmont Park Racetrack (Photo by Coglianese Photos/NYRA)

Wednesday's Best Bets and Quick Picks: Belmont’s $39,713 Pick 6 carryover

Wed Oct 07 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Oct. 7 at Keeneland and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with a horse to single in the $39,713 Pick 6 carryover at Belmont Park.

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