How to bet the Smarty Jones Stakes

Wed Jan 22 2020J. Keeler Johnson

It seems trainer Steve Asmussen is throwing everything but the kitchen sink at Friday’s $150,000 Smarty Jones S. on opening day at Oaklawn Park.
Kentucky Derby contender profile: Enforceable

Wed Jan 22 2020J. Keeler Johnson

They say patience is a virtue, and the merit of this belief was reiterated when Enforceable rallied to victory in the $200,000 Lecomte (G3) on Jan. 18 at Fair Grounds.
Profit Target Locked And Loaded Vs. Chalk In Overnights

Wed Jan 22 2020TwinSpires Staff

The long month of January continues with our selected feature events. Contenders for features and Power Plays (PoP) for all types of wagers are chosen below. Do your own handicapping and respect our off-the-beaten-track opinions to spike your to your ...
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Jan. 22, 2020

Tue Jan 21 2020Jason Beem

We're happy to welcome in Sackatoga Stables founding owner Jack Knowlton to the show to talk about their Kentucky Derby hopeful Tiz The Law, racing at Saratoga, Funny Cide, Empire Maker, and more! ...
The Smarty Jones Stakes Tipsheet

Tue Jan 21 2020Dick Powell

The $150,000 Smarty Jones Stakes (G3) will be run Friday at Oaklawn Park for 3-year-olds going a two-turn mile on the main track. Hall of Fame trainer Steve Asmussen has four of the nine entries.
Ritvo brings hot streak to Thursday’s card at Gulfstream

Tue Jan 21 2020James Scully

Kathy Ritvo is orchestrating quite the turnaround during the current championship meet at Gulfstream Park. Best known for training 2013 Breeders’ Cup Classic winner and $5.6 million earner Mucho Macho Man, Ritvo has won 5-of-16 starts (31%) this wint ...

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Hong Kong Spot Plays: A method for winning at Happy Valley

Tue Jan 21 2020J. Keeler Johnson

Racing in Hong Kong continues on Wednesday with a nine-race card at Happy Valley, perfectly timed for the enjoyment of early-awakening racing fans the east coast of North America. The action kicks off at 6:45 a.m. EST, but don't worry if you'r ...
Kentucky Derby Top 10: Baffert unveils potential star

Mon Jan 20 2020J. Keeler Johnson

Where do Nadal and Blackberry Wine rank in our latest Kentucky Derby Top 10? The answer might surprise you.
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Jan. 21, 2020

Mon Jan 20 2020Jason Beem

We discuss some of the races from the Monday holiday including the Interborough at Aqueduct and the Megahertz at Santa Anita.  Then Jason recaps last weeks Beemie Awards and speaks with Beemie winners Angle John, Zoe Metz, and Dawn Lupul. ...
Enforceable continues ascent with late-running Lecomte victory

Mon Jan 20 2020J. Keeler Johnson

Capitalizing on a fast pace, Enforceable delivered a career-best performance in the $200,000 Lecomte (G3) on Jan. 18 at Fair Grounds, where he closed impressively from the back of the pack to score a comfortable victory.
Oaklawn Park meet 2020: trainers to watch

Mon Jan 20 2020TwinSpires Staff

Five Hall of Fame trainers and newcomers from southern California, New York and the pacific northwest are among the conditioners at Oaklawn's 2020 meet.
Rosecroft, Pompano host solid Sunday cards

Mon Jan 20 2020Ted Black

On the same evening in the which the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers both punched their tickets to Super Bowl 54 in Miani in two weeks, standardbred fans were looking to cash ample tickets at a pair of five-eighths mile ovals that offered ...
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Jan. 20, 2020

Sun Jan 19 2020Jason Beem

It's our look back at the weekend of racing including the Lecomte Stakes day at Fair Grounds, Cal Cup at Santa Anita, and Sunshine Millions Day at Gulfstream Park. ...