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 Canterbury Park

Racing at Canterbury Park (Photo by Coady Media/Canterbury Park)

Horse racing to bet after the 2026 Belmont Stakes

Sat Jun 06 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Keep the winnings coming! If you’ve had a successful day betting the 2026 Belmont Stakes (G1) and want to keep the action rolling through the evening, there are many racetracks to play.

Belmont Stakes

Sovereignty winning the Belmont (G1) at Saratoga

Sovereignty winning the Belmont (G1) at Saratoga (Photo by Coglianese Photos)

2026 Belmont Stakes purse: How much prize money the winning jockey will earn

Sat Jun 06 2026J. Keeler Johnson

The third and final leg of the 2026 Triple Crown is Saturday’s $2 million Belmont Stakes (G1) at Saratoga. The 158th renewal of the Belmont is one of the richest horse races in the country.

Triple Crown

Sovereignty wins the 2025 Belmont Stakes at Saratoga.

Sovereignty wins the 2025 Belmont Stakes at Saratoga. (Photo by Coglianese Photos/Chelsea Durand)

2026 Belmont Stakes purse: How much prize money the winning owner and trainer will earn

Sat Jun 06 2026J. Keeler Johnson

With a purse of $2 million, Saturday’s 158th Belmont Stakes (G1) at Saratoga is one of the richest horse races in North America.

Triple Crown

Racing at Santa Anita

Racing at Santa Anita (Photo by Benoit Photo)

Saturday carryovers: $38,260 Pick 6, $7,729 Super High 5

Sat Jun 06 2026J. Keeler Johnson

While playing the Belmont Stakes (G1) card at Saratoga, don’t forget to check out a pair of Saturday carryovers up for grabs at Churchill Downs and Santa Anita.

Wagering

Racing at Saratoga.

Racing at Saratoga. (Photo by Coglianese Photos/Amira Chichakly)

Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Longshots at Churchill, Saratoga

Fri Jun 05 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, June 5 at Saratoga and Churchill Downs, including a pair of double-digit longshots.

Best Bets

Commandment wins the Fountain of Youth at Gulfstream Park.

Commandment (inside) wins the Fountain of Youth at Gulfstream Park. (Photo by Coglianese Photos)

Everything to know about the 2026 Belmont Stakes post positions

Fri Jun 05 2026J. Keeler Johnson

How much of an impact will post positions have on the outcome of the 2026 Belmont (G1)? That’s a tricky question to answer.

Triple Crown

Growth Equity wins the Peter Pan (G3) at Aqueduct.

Growth Equity wins the Peter Pan (G3) at Aqueduct. (Photo by Coglianese Photos)

Belmont Stakes pedigree profile: Growth Equity

Thu Jun 04 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Many of the entrants in the 2026 Belmont (G1) at Saratoga are Kentucky Derby (G1) alumni who have already raced over the Belmont’s 1 1/4-mile distance. Growth Equity is one of the exceptions.

Triple Crown

Racing at Charles Town

Racing at Charles Town (Photo by Coady Photography/Charles Town Racing)

Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Mandatory-payout $101,971 Pick 6 carryover

Thu Jun 04 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, June 4 at Saratoga and Churchill Downs, along with a horse to single in the mandatory-payout $101,971 Pick 6 carryover at Charles Town.

Best Bets

Powershift wins at Churchill Downs.

Powershift, shown breaking his maiden on the Kentucky Derby undercard, is the projected pacesetter in the Belmont (Photo by Coady Media)

Belmont Stakes pedigree profile: Powershift

Thu Jun 04 2026J. Keeler Johnson

On Saturday at Saratoga, Powershift will seek to become the second son of Constitution to win the Belmont (G1).

Triple Crown

Racing at Churchill Downs

Racing at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Photography)

Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Churchill’s $8,344 Super High 5 carryover

Wed Jun 03 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, June 2 at Saratoga and Churchill Downs, including tickets for Churchill’s $8,344 Super High 5 carryover.

Best Bets

Racing at Mountaineer (Photo by Coady Media/Mountaineer)

Racing at Mountaineer (Photo by Coady Media/Mountaineer)

Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Super High 5 carryover at Mountaineer

Tue Jun 02 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, June 2 at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Assiniboia Downs, along with a ticket for the $1,231 Super High 5 carryover at Mountaineer.

Best Bets

Troubleshooting captures the Franklin-Simpson (G1) at Kentucky Downs

Troubleshooting captures the Franklin-Simpson (G1) at Kentucky Downs (Photo by Coady Media)

How to bet the 2026 Mighty Beau Stakes at Churchill Downs

Mon Jun 01 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Amid the excitement of Belmont Stakes Day, don’t forget to check out the Saturday card at Churchill Downs, which is highlighted by the $225,000 Mighty Beau S.

Wagering

Further Ado wins the Blue Grass Stakes at Keeneland.

Further Ado wins the Blue Grass Stakes at Keeneland. (Photo by Coady Media)

How to bet the 2026 Matt Winn Stakes at Churchill Downs

Mon Jun 01 2026J. Keeler Johnson

The $500,000 Matt Winn (G3) at Churchill Downs is rising in prominence. The purse has quintupled since 2018, and Kentucky Derby (G1) alumni have won the last four editions of the 1 1/16-mile race.

Wagering