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Holiday Cheer 22375h

by Ed Meyer 6k1u3t

posted on December 30, 2016 in No Comments >>

The chatter was joyful as the holiday party settled down. I haven’t seen the old familiar faces in quite awhile. Many have retired, some to other work, and many have since ed. A day of celebration for the season of life as we ate and had drinks together. As the conversation would have a lull […]

Problem Ponies – Horses to Watch – 12/23/16 4i6t5z

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 30, 2016 in No Comments >>

Family and friends gather round the tree as seasonal eggnog is enjoyed from the traditional recipe. This is a time of reflection and rejoicing. – Nothing better than getting a little gift before the party begins and Winning Ponies wants to offer up a list of runners who may be worth a wager the next […]

Letter to Santa 102i2d

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 21, 2016 in 1 Comment >>

Santa, I’ve written for many years, and I’ve always looked forward to sending my wish list. I know I’m a little too old to be writing, but the magic of Christmas has a way of bringing out the hopeful kid in all of us. – Santa, I sure hope you look over my list and […]

Last Minute Shopping Ideas for the Racing Fan 29413r

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 19, 2016 in No Comments >>

I used to see many sons and daughters looking to get that race track gift for the racing fan in their life. They would peruse the gift shop and look over every item with a puzzled look. There is no sure fire way to please your special fan, but here are a few ideas to […]

Holiday Shopping at the Track 223s6h

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 13, 2016 in No Comments >>

Many men and women who use the old excuse of “going shopping” during the holiday season are usually allowed out of the house no questions asked. They usually have some extra cash in pocket and the day is all theirs. – Nothing like trying to build a little extra scratch as we close in on […]

Betting on Beauty dx1d

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 8, 2016 in No Comments >>

The racing world always keeps an eye on the symposium in Arizona. Some of the best minds in the wagering world converge and break down issues that are facing the sport we love. There are a myriad of issues, and not all catch my attention as some. But when it comes to wagering, I’m all-in […]

Treat Them Right and They’ll Be Back 6m1638

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 8, 2016 in 1 Comment >>

I loved going to the track. The sites and smells and the unique characters made every trip an adventure. – That was my thought many moons ago. Now when I walk in, it looks like a ghost of it’s former self. What used to be a hub of humanity is now an echo chamber where […]

Problem Ponies – Horses to Watch – 12/6/16 372l3a

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 6, 2016 in No Comments >>

Nothing like a little something to keep your inner-handicapper warm and happy on the cold blustery days. – Trip handicapping is one of the oldest forms of handicapping, and can be traced back to the late-great Pittsburgh Phil. – Here are some runners who had a tough trip,  bad beginning, or could use a hard […]

The Beauty of Sunshine 262i6w

by Ed Meyer

posted on December 6, 2016 in No Comments >>

    For many years I would have Sunshine visit my office. No matter what the weather Sunshine would pay me a visit and let me on a little secret. – “Isn’t it a beatiful day, Ed ? It’s raining, but that God’s way of keeping the place clean.” Sunshine was a longtime player and […]

Turfway Park / First Glimpse c6b2i

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 29, 2016 in No Comments >>

I grew up going to old Latonia race course. Originally built in 1959, it was home to a first of many for me. – I attended the races with my Dad, and when the track re-opened as Turfway Park I was a young man in the parking lot. The Florence, Kentucky oval was one of […]