Author: zjohn

TOP PICKS & SUGGESTED WAGERS I handicap the races and list Four Horses per race (plus another in case scratches) in order of preference starting with the Top Pick so multi-race and inter-race wagers can be formed. Currently, I am focused on BELMONT PARK & CHURCHILL DOWNS  providing my Pick5, Pick4 and Pick3 wagering strategies. My selections for turf races are 2nd to none. I find value and Double Digit Top Pick Turf Winner as my specialty.. Spot Plays may also be included in the daily selections, weekends more probable. Tracks for potential Spot Plays include WOODBINE, SANTA ANITA PARK, LAUREL PARK, GULFSTREAM PARK, and DELAWARE PARK. I'll focus around turf races looking to cash nice tickets.

GRASS PICKS FOR GRASS ONLY ~ ALWAYS MAKE SURE NUMBERS MATCH CORRECT HORSES Stars (1-5) rate strength of Top Picks ~ (5th pick) in case of scratches – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 1 ~ (1 star) 1 1/8 Miles | F&M | 3 Yr Olds & Up | CLAIMING – #5 LA INSPERADA – wins track & distance #4 MIDNIGHT BEAUTY – stretches out #6 KATE IS A TEN – gets fast, stretches out #2 SHAKESPERIAN DREAM – may grab share (#1 PERINA’S PRIDE) PK5 ~ (5/1,7,10/2,5,6/2,5,6/2,4,8) – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 2 ~ (2 star) 1 Mile | F&M…

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OK, For Thursday I’ve completely handicapped all 9 races from Saratoga with Pick5, Pick4 and Pick3 wagers suggested. It’s a beautiful day at the Spa, a nice card awaits, looking to upset some favorites and cash some nice tickets. The turf action is interesting today for sure, I can’t wait to play. Visit Pick4win.com to purchase today’s selections. For Thursday’s Free Pick ~ Saratoga race 3 – #6 CODRINGTON – This Courageous Cat filly makes her third lifetime start today for Dave Donk and will be a fit as a fiddle. She showed some interest and ability in her turf…

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GRASS PICKS FOR GRASS ONLY ~ ALWAYS MAKE SURE NUMBERS MATCH CORRECT HORSES Stars (1-5) rate strength of Top Picks ~ (5th pick) in case of scratches – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 1 ~ (2 star) 5 1/2 Furlongs | TURF | 3 Yr Olds & Up | CLAIMING – #2 SCOUT’S HONOR – back on turf, drops to bottom #5 SMALL FORTUNE – 2nd off the layoff #7 FRANCIS FREUD – drops to the bottom #4 UNO EMAYO – may grab share (#1 NATURAL ORDER) PK5 ~ (2/1,2,4/4,6,8/1,3,6/1,2,4) PK5 ~ (2,5,7/1,2,4/4,6,8/1,3,6/4) – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 2 ~ (1…

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OK, For Wednesday Ive completely handicapped races 2-10 at Saratoga with Pick5, Pick4 and Pick3 wagers suggested. Another nice day of races, the Late PK5 & PK4 will be where the money is made today. Visit Pick4win.com to purchase today’s selections. For Wednesday’s Free Pick ~ Saratoga race 6 – #3 TIZ A KITTEN – This Kitten’s Joy filly drops in class while returning from a short freshening for Mike Maker. She is clearly better around two turns which she gets back too today. I fully expect her to sit back and make her winning run off the far turn.…

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GRASS PICKS FOR GRASS ONLY ~ ALWAYS MAKE SURE NUMBERS MATCH CORRECT HORSES Stars (1-5) rate strength of Top Picks ~ (5th pick) in case of scratches – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 1 ~ NO SELECTIONS – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 2 ~ **(4 STAR)** 7 Furlongs | NYB | F&M TURF | 3 Yr Olds & Up | ALW OPT/CLAIM – #4 SUNSET RIDGE – runs away & hides #1 SILLY SISTER – 2nd best today #5 MOONDANCE JOY – off the claim #3 TIZNOW’S SMILE – may grab share (#2 PRETTY ENUFF) PK5 ~ (4/1,3,5/1,2,5/4,7,9/3,4,6) – – ~~~~ SARATOGA…

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OK, Almost had a ridiculous day but was for not as I handicapped Manifest Destiny in the 7th races yesterday who went off at 30/1 and lead every step but the last. Major kick in the wahoos. I did finish strong with the last PK3 as I won the last with Top Pick Steamboat Bill who was aggressive out of the gate and rolled home down the lane. For Monday I’ve completely handicapped all 9 Saratoga races with Pick5, Pick4 and Pick3 wagers suggested. Another nice card, love betting on Mondays. The Late PK5 & PK4 could be exceptionally rewarding…

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GRASS PICKS FOR GRASS ONLY ~ ALWAYS MAKE SURE NUMBERS MATCH CORRECT HORSES Stars (1-5) rate strength of Top Picks ~ (5th pick) in case of scratches – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 1 ~ (1 star) 6 1/2 Furlongs | 3 Yr Olds & Up | CLAIMING – #2 HAY LISTEN UP – turns back to sprint #6 ROSSIE VAL – the one to beat #3 CANIFORM – in good form #5 LE GRAND WARRIOR – as far as he goes (#4 FORT LIBERTY) PK5 ~ (2/2,6,11/1,3,5/1,7,9/1,2,3) – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 2 ~ (2 star) 5 1/2 Furlongs |…

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OK, A couple nice Top Pick Winners on Saturday including Zennor $30.60 $9.20 & $6.20. For Sunday I’ve completely handicapped all 11 Saratoga races with Pick5, Pick4 and Pick3 wagers suggested on what is a very good card. There are some great bettable spots today as I like more than a few price horses. It will be a very interesting day once they start popping as I’m looking to run out some nice tickets today. I have two bombs for the turf action and another live firster who just might sneak by the crowd. It’s gonna be fun. Visit Pick4win.com…

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GRASS PICKS FOR GRASS ONLY ~ ALWAYS MAKE SURE NUMBERS MATCH CORRECT HORSES Stars (1-5) rate strength of Top Picks ~ (5th pick) in case of scratches – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 1 ~ (2 star) 7 Furlongs | 3 Yr Olds & Up | CLAIMING – #8 COCKED AND LOADED – re-claimed, drops for picture #6 ARE WE NOT MEN – the one to beat #1 ENTRY – either or #5 LUCKY LOTTO – may grab share (#7 ALL ABOUT ASHLEY) PK5 ~ (8/2,4,6/1,3,6/2,5,7/2,4,7) PK5 ~ (1,6,8/6/1,3,6/2,5,7/2,4,7) – – ~~~~ SARATOGA RACE 2 ~ (2 star) 1 1/16 Miles…

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Alright, Whitney Day is here as a huge crown will be on-track today upwards of 35,000. A fantastic card awaits as a tiny bit of rain spits from the clouds but will most likely be gone before Post Time. I had 3 Top Pick Winners from 10 Saratoga races yesterday so we have plenty of bullets to fire at them today. A really fun day of races, I have a few very live runners including a firster who looks ‘set up’ to me and have cashed with this angle many times over the years. Great stakes and turf action too,…

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