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 Belmont Park

Racing at Belmont Park (Photo by Coglianese Photos)

Picks: Belmont’s $22,951 Pick 6 carryover and Churchill Downs NHC qualifier

Sat Nov 14 2026J. Keeler Johnson

A $22,951 Pick 6 carryover at Belmont Park and an NHC qualifier tournament focused on Churchill Downs are two betting opportunities horseplayers can pursue on Saturday.

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Racing at Horseshoe Indianapolis

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

Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Indianapolis stakes double

Fri Nov 13 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Nov. 13 at Churchill Downs and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including tickets for Churchill’s $4,241 Super High 5 carryover.

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Racing at Churchill Downs

Racing at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Photography)

Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Two Churchill exactas

Thu Nov 12 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Nov. 12 at Churchill Downs and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a pair of exactas.

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Racing at Churchill Downs

Racing at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Photography)

Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Churchill’s $6,938 Super High 5 carryover

Wed Nov 11 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Nov. 11 at Churchill Downs and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including tickets for Churchill’s $6,938 Super High 5 carryover.

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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/Joe Labozzetta)

Kentucky Derby Roundup: U. S. S. Valor aims for Florida

Tue Nov 10 2026J. Keeler Johnson

The 2027 Kentucky Derby (G1) is 172 days away. Catch up on the latest news and notes as the Road to the Kentucky Derby unfolds:

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Racing at Parx.

Racing at Parx. (Photo by Equi-Photo)

Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Miss Disco Stakes exacta

Tue Nov 10 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Nov. 10, at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Parx Racing, including a cold exacta in the Miss Disco S.

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Barrel Roll breaks his maiden at Churchill Downs.

Barrel Roll breaks his maiden at Churchill Downs. (Photo by Coady Media)

Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Bletchely, Barrel Roll impress

Mon Nov 09 2026J. Keeler Johnson

In past years, autumn has been when trainer Chad Brown has debuted some of his best Kentucky Derby (G1) contenders.

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Racing at Finger Lakes

Racing at Finger Lakes (Photo by SV Photography)

Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Finger Lakes $23,170 Pick 5 carryover

Mon Nov 09 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Nov. 9, at Zia Park and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with horses to play in the $23,170 Pick 5 carryover at Finger Lakes.

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Racing at Del Mar

Racing at Del Mar (Photo by Benoit Photo)

Del Mar: Single for Sunday’s $45,175 Pick 6 carryover

Sun Nov 08 2026J. Keeler Johnson

When Mr. Disrespectful (36-1) won Saturday’s The Chosen Vron S. at Del Mar, he knocked out all live Pick 6 tickets and triggered a $45,175 carryover for Sunday.

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Racing at Churchill Downs

Racing at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Photography)

Churchill Downs: How to bet the $6,232 Super High 5 carryover

Sat Nov 07 2026J. Keeler Johnson

One of the betting highlights at Churchill Downs this Saturday is a $6,232 carryover in the $1 Super High 5.

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Yinzer wins at Fair Ground.

Yinzer wins at Fair Ground. (Photo by Hodges Photography)

Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Churchill daily double

Fri Nov 06 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Nov. 6 at Churchill Downs, including a ticket for the $3,897 Super High 5 carryover.

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Racing at Belmont Park.

Racing at Belmont Park. (Photo by Coglianese Photos)

Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Belmont’s $63,668 Pick 6 carryover

Thu Nov 05 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Nov. 5 at Churchill Downs, along with horses to play in carryovers at Churchill and Belmont Park.

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Racing at Churchill Downs

Racing at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Photography)

Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Exactas at Churchill

Wed Nov 04 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Nov. 4, at Churchill Downs and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a pair of exactas.

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