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 Horseshoe Indianapolis

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

Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: How to play the $4,437 Grand High 5 carryover

Tue Oct 06 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Oct. 6 at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Presque Isle Downs, including a ticket for the $4,437 Super High 5 carryover at Horseshoe Indianapolis.

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Emphatic went wire to wire in the Alcibiades (G1)

Emphatic went wire to wire in the Alcibiades (G1) (Photo by Coady Media/Yeruza Rodriguez)

Breeders’ Cup Roundup: Emphatic, Hughes among 23 qualifiers

Mon Oct 05 2026J. Keeler Johnson

The 2026 Breeders’ Cup at Keeneland is 25 days away. Catch up on the latest news and developments with our weekly Breeders’ Cup Roundup:

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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 $19,576 Pick 5 carryover

Mon Oct 05 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Oct. 5 at Presque Isle Downs, Horseshoe Indianapolis, and Assiniboia Downs, along with a horse to single in the $19,576 Pick 5 carryover at Finger Lakes.

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Fully Subscribed wins the Personal Ensign at Saratoga.

Fully Subscribed wins the Personal Ensign at Saratoga. (Photo by Coglianese Photos/Chelsea Durand)

Keeneland Sunday picks: $25,541 carryover, $1,000 tournament

Sun Oct 04 2026J. Keeler Johnson

The Sunday card at Keeneland includes three stakes, a $25,541 Super High 5 carryover, and a bevy of TwinSpires tournaments led by the $1,000 Keeneland BCBC/NHC Qualifier.

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Keeneland

Keeneland (Photo courtesy of Keeneland)

Analyzing Saturday Pick 6 carryovers at Belmont, Keeneland, Santa Anita

Sat Oct 03 2026J. Keeler Johnson

A huge Saturday of coast-to-coast Breeders’ Cup prep races just got even better with the emergence of three non-jackpot Pick 6 carryovers at major tracks.

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Racing at Santa Anita

Racing at Santa Anita (Photo by Benoit Photo)

Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Santa Anita’s $20,561 Super High 5 carryover

Fri Oct 02 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Oct. 2 at Belmont Park, Keeneland, and Santa Anita, including tickets for Santa Anita’s $20,561 Super High 5 carryover.

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Racing at Horseshoe Indianapolis

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

Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Jackie’s Player tries turf

Thu Oct 01 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Oct. 1, at Belmont Park, Presque Isle Downs, and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a 5-1 shot switching from dirt to turf.

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Racing at Horseshoe Indianapolis

Racing at Horseshoe Indianapolis (Photo by Coady Photography)

Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Juveniles at Belmont and Horseshoe Indianapolis

Wed Sep 30 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Sept. 30 at Belmont Park and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a daily double.

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Yacht Master wins his debut at Churchill Downs.

Yacht Master wins his debut at Churchill Downs. (Photo by Coady Media)

Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Yacht Master wins at Churchill

Tue Sep 29 2026J. Keeler Johnson

A handful of notable maiden winners at Churchill Downs last week could potentially develop into 2027 Kentucky Derby (G1) contenders.

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Racing at Presque Isle Downs

Racing at Presque Isle Downs (Photo by Coady Photography)

Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Presque Isle’s $3,824 Pick 5 carryover

Tue Sep 29 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Sept. 29 at Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with a ticket for the $3,824 Pick 5 carryover at Presque Isle Downs.

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Forged Steel wins the Goodwood at Santa Antia.

Forged Steel wins the Goodwood at Santa Antia. (Photo by Benoit Photo)

Breeders’ Cup Roundup: 23 qualifiers to watch this week

Mon Sep 28 2026J. Keeler Johnson

The 2026 Breeders’ Cup at Keeneland is 32 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: $20 exacta at Horseshoe Indianapolis

Mon Sep 28 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Sept. 28 at Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a cold $20 exacta.

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Turf racing at Churchill Downs

Turf racing at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Media)

Churchill Downs: Single for the mandatory-payout $188,256 Pick 6 carryover

Sun Sep 27 2026J. Keeler Johnson

The Churchill Downs September Meet comes to an end on Sunday, which means the mandatory payout of a massive $188,256 jackpot carryover in the 20-cent “Derby City 6” Pick 6.

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