Three Reminders Before Betting the Derby 6m643t
The first Saturday in May is only just days away. Hard to believe after this past year, but good things are just ahead. – Before you hoist that first julep or head to the windows. Here are three reminders before pulling the trigger. Churchill Downs The 147th edition of the “Fastest Two Minutes in […]
What Say You ? b6f5o
The Jim Beam Stakes at Turfway Park originated as a stepping stone that would “Spiral” up to the Derby. – The race produced some good races, but in the ’80s and ’90s, there were some real runners. In the span of four years from 1990-1993 there were four classic winners. The local event was thought […]
Adjusting Your Sail to the Wind 5z616x
There is no mistaking. When you make errors that cost you the big score, it hangs on you like a cheap suit. But, you can take it off at any time. Many turn the page and move on, and others will punish themselves for the day. – Do you know anyone like this, or did […]
Free Weekend Keeneland Power Plays – 4/17/2021 6i1
Nothing like trying to get that bankroll into tip-top shape before the Derby goes to post in 16 days! – Now, use these selections to whet your whistle for some red-hot Thoroughbred action. Best of luck from Winning Ponies! Keeneland Race#2 – Alw $81,000 – 1 1/8 – 1:39 pm #3 – Ashtar = […]
The Making of a Horseplayer 4m2s1t
The first Saturday in May is a holy day for horseplayers. Nothing like it until the Breeders’ Cup comes along much later. Now we have multiple days to celebrate the equine. – I grew up in a small town. A mix between Mayberry and every town most of us grew up in. In my little […]
Derby Drawing Board 6g2k6y
We all have one. If you’re a horseplayer you have had a list; doing adjustments as the marquee events . That is the way of the gambler. We watch and wager and go back and dissect our actions and the outcomes. That is the “Road to the Derby.” I have been keeping a few to […]
Reminders When Betting the Derby z4u5t
On the first Saturday in May, everyone is a horse racing fan. Some wager, many watch, and even more do both. As a reminder, keep these tools in your arsenal. – At the time of this blog there are only 21 days until post time. Best of luck from Winning Ponies! Forget trying to […]
Returning to the Scene 494b4t
“They say I’m crazy but I have a good time. – I’m just looking for clues at the scene of the crime. Life’s been good to me so far.”- Joe Walsh No, I didn’t hit the lottery or knock off the Piggly Wiggly. – For the first time since 2017 I made a return […]
It’s All About the Journey…. 1k2h3c
Photo Credit: USA Today Sports Many moons ago I was a kid in the parking lot at River Downs. A nice summer job with friends I still have today. Hard to believe it’s been that long ago. But on a hot summer day, my thoughts drift back to sweating in the sun with kids […]