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.

Racing at Finger Lakes

Racing at Finger Lakes (Photo by SV Photography)

Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Stakes at Finger Lakes

Mon Sep 21 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for three stakes on Monday, Sept. 21 at Finger Lakes.

Best Bets

Destino D'Oro wins the Hillsborough at Tampa Bay Downs.

Destino D'Oro wins the Hillsborough at Tampa Bay Downs. (Photo by SV Photography)

Sunday picks: Carryovers at Churchill, Gulfstream, Belmont

Sun Sep 20 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares horses to bet in a trio of Sunday carryovers at Churchill Downs, Gulfstream Park, and Belmont Park.

Churchill Downs

Racing at Parx.

Racing at Parx. (Photo by Equi-Photo)

Saturday carryovers: Singles for Parx’s $165,435 Pick 5, Los Alamitos’ $11,787 Pick 6

Sat Sep 19 2026J. Keeler Johnson

On a busy Saturday of racing, J. Keeler Johnson recommends horses to single in Parx Racing’s $165,435 Pick 5 mandatory payout and Los Alamitos’ $11,787 Pick 6 carryover.

Parx Racing

Encino winning the John Battaglia Memorial S. at Turfway Park (Photo by Coady Photography)

Encino winning the John Battaglia Memorial S. at Turfway Park (Photo by Coady Photography)

Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Presque Isle stakes double

Fri Sep 18 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Sept. 18, at Churchill Downs and Presque Isle Downs, including horses to play in Churchill’s $5,116 Super High 5 carryover.

Best Bets

Turf racing at Churchill Downs

Turf racing at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Media)

Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Time in Motion goes for the win

Thu Sep 17 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Sept. 17, at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Churchill Downs, including a second-time starter at 7-2 odds.

Best Bets

Racing at Delaware Park.

Racing at Delaware Park. (Photo by Hoofprints, Inc./Mary Lyons)

Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Delaware Park Pick 5 carryovers

Wed Sep 16 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Sept. 16, at Churchill Downs, Horseshoe Indianapolis, and Assiniboia Downs, along with horses to single in two Pick 5 carryovers at Delaware Park.

Best Bets

Coach Pope breaking his maiden at Churchill Downs.

Coach Pope breaking his maiden at Churchill Downs. (Photo by Coady Media)

Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Coach Pope romps at Churchill

Tue Sep 15 2026J. Keeler Johnson

A trio of intriguing maiden winners from opening week at Churchill Downs could factor in the 2027 Kentucky Derby (G1).

Triple Crown

Racing at Assiniboia Downs

Racing at Assiniboia Downs (Courtesy of Assiniboia Downs)

Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Bartender faces older foes

Tue Sep 15 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Sept. 15, at Finger Lakes, Horseshoe Indianapolis, and Assiniboia Downs, including a three-year-old facing older rivals.

Best Bets

Salahudin hit his best stride late in the Iroquois (G3)

Salahudin hit his best stride late in the Iroquois (G3) (Photo by Coady Media)

Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Salahudin

Mon Sep 14 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Salahudin was the first horse to strike on the 2026-27 Road to the Kentucky Derby, opening the series with a determined triumph in the Iroquois (G3) at Churchill Downs.

Triple Crown

Notable Speech defends his title in the Woodbine Mile (G1)

Notable Speech defends his title in the Woodbine Mile (G1) (Photo by Coady Media)

Breeders’ Cup Roundup: Notable Speech stars in Woodbine Mile

Mon Sep 14 2026J. Keeler Johnson

The 2026 Breeders’ Cup at Keeneland is 46 days away. Catch up on the latest news and developments with our weekly Breeders’ Cup Roundup:

Breeders Cup

Racing at Presque Isle Downs

Racing at Presque Isle Downs (Photo by Coady Photography)

Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Presque Isle Pick 5 carryovers

Mon Sep 14 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Sept. 14, at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Assiniboia Downs, along with horses to play in a pair of Pick 5 carryovers at Presque Isle Downs.

Best Bets

Racing at Gulfstream Park

Racing at Gulfstream Park (Photo by Coglianese Photos)

Carryover picks: Two mandatory payouts and Churchill’s Super High 5

Sun Sep 13 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares horses to bet in a trio of Sunday carryovers at Churchill Downs, Gulfstream Park, and Monmouth Park, including two mandatory-payout offerings.

Wagering

Racing at Churchill Downs

Racing at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Photography)

Churchill Downs picks: $8,702 Super High 5 and $1,000 tournament

Sat Sep 12 2026J. Keeler Johnson

If you’re planning to bet the Saturday card at Churchill Downs, a non-jackpot carryover and a high-profile TwinSpires tournament are two of the options you can pursue.

Tournaments