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Summer Racing

2011-06-16T11:45:51Z

Boy nothing is better then a nice evening at the races. The sun shining as fast track and good ole turf racing. Sitting in the paddock area at a picnic bench with friends handicapping and looking for the next claim seems like a story book evening. With weather and races like this placing a bet isn't even needed to enjoy the night. You can take it one step further and stop by the barn to see your horse and feed a few carrots and mints. Gotta love summer racing!

2011

2011-01-07T03:29:16Z

Hello all... Well the new year is here and Elmer's Gypsy Rose is running well and giving us excitement in every start. Pretty Mr. D looks to be a nice colt and he should have an exciting 3yo season. We are currently working on raising capital for a $5,000 claim at Penn or Parx. Please contact me if you are interested in joining us in the excitement! Email UbetRacing

It's Race Day!

2010-07-01T10:56:47Z

Elmer's Gypsy Rose.. Race #2 Penn National

Let's Go Racing!

Elmer's Race Thursday

2010-06-29T17:02:38Z

Well we got a 6 horse field in an $10,000 NW2L race for $19,000. We drew the 2 hole with Manny Chaves getting the mount. Manny worked her through June and hopes to meet us all in the winners circle on the 1st of July. We open up at 8-1 but the race doesn't appear to have a sure favorite. In all honesty any of these could step up and win. Keep an eye on Lester's runners in the 7th, he is the #1 & #1A. Let's hope for a win for everyone!

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2010-06-09T19:56:53Z

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Claim in June

2010-06-08T01:59:35Z

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Belmont 2010

2010-06-04T14:31:15Z

Well no chance of a triple crown this year but in my eyes this will be a great summer of 3yo racing starting with The Belmont right into the Breeders Cup. With the 3yo crop spread so wide we are sure for a great Haskell and Travers come August. We have Super Saver and Looking At Lucky with their stamp on things and a few others that have made a name for themselves but who will be the Belmont Champion? The 3rd leg of the Triple Crown has become just another stakes race for the general public this year, although race fans can view it as a great race. Most if not all of these guys weren't ready physically, mentally or earning wise for the Derby and the lessor road traveled may pay better dividends. So lets take a look at the 2010 Belmont.

1. Dave In Dixie - Sadler was pushing this colt for Graded earning but in reality it looks like he pushed way to hard. A freshening and some nice works after a declining form may have been what was needed. Calvin Borel gets the call.

2. Spangled Star - I like Gomez but thats about all for this Dutrow NW2L runner in the The Belmont. A different race sure... but not here.

3. Uptowncharlybrown - A sad story could have a fairytale ending and why not... the late Seewald loved this horse and these guys as owners. Having a consistant form and nice Beyer #'s this horse will improve and should be in the mix all summer long.

4. Make Music For Me - The PP's on this guy throw question marks.. I like this horse in an Overnight Stake or Handicap race on the grass. Sure he ran 4th in the Derby... I am confused but then again who am I? I guess you never know, he might be making music and singing I Love New York with a check for $600,000 Saturday evening.

5. Fly Down - I love Zito in NY and this fella has been over the track for an impressive Dwyer win in early May. Very strong works and he gets J. Velazques up... I will take 9-2 and have him in all my exotics.

6. Ice Box - Loved this horse since the Fountain of Youth, had him in the FL Derby and the KY Derby. Again Zito, basically the same workout routine as Fly Down (Zito trained). He is going to love the long stretch run at Belmont. Winner!!

7. Drosselmeyer - Ran 2nd to Fly Down but by 6 lengths in the Dwyer. He shows ability to make up ground late but I see him getting close early stretch and hanging late.

8. Game On Dude - Baffert's only entry in The Belmont. Posted a nice Beyer (96) in the LS Derby but it was a 6 horse race and he was the odds on favorite. Not overly impressed although this will be Baffert's 3rd start with him so he may improve. Should be one to watch out for later this summer.

9. Stately Victor - He beat Paddy O'Prado and First Dude in the Blue Grass but was nowhere in the Derby. Not for me today...

10. Stay Put - Having a decent 3yo season but not with this class of horses. Optional $50k and 100K races are nowhere near G1 classics.

11. First Dude - How many does he open up by? Can Dominguez keep enough in the tank for the never ending stretch at Belmont. I think this is just too much distance especially if he goes the Preakness pace. I would like to see him slow it down to a walk early.

12. Interactif - Pletcher bring his Blue Grass favorite into The Belmont as a 12-1 ML. His last 2 wins came on the turf in the fall of 2009. Stick to the poly track or turf.

Ok.. so now my picks..... Ice Box (6), Fly Down (5), Uptowncharlybrown (3) and Dave In Dixie (1) Longshot

Post your thoughts...

Blog Intro

2010-05-31T13:11:53Z

We will use this Blog to talk horse racing and to do a little handicapping of races at Penn National and on the National level. Please feel free to contribute your thoughts and views on the racing scene.