Monday 5/26/25 Free Plays / Trends / Betting Info / Etc

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 05-22-2025, 07:26 AM

Race of the Week: Shoemaker Mile at Santa Anita | Monday, May 26

May 21, 2025 | By Jeremy Plonk

The Lead:
Memorial Day weekend at Santa Anita includes California Gold Rush Day on Saturday, the Grade 2 Santa Margarita on Sunday and a trio of features on the Monday holiday card. There, the Grade 2 Hollywood Gold Cup is joined by the Grade 1 Gamely and Grade 1 Shoemaker Mile. The anchor to those is the Shoemaker in Race 9, and even without defending champion Johannes -- who recently returned to training for Tim Yakteen -- it's an appealing bunch.

Field Depth:
Grade 1 winner FORMIDABLE MAN is joined by a slew of Grade 2 winners, including SEAL TEAM, ATITLAN, MI HERMANO ROMANO, CABO SPIRIT and KING OF GOSFORD. The final pair also are Grade 1-placed. GOLIAD has won at the Grade 3 level. There's not an obvious strength of schedule advantage in play here.

Pace:
Wide-drawn GOLIAD and CABO SPIRIT can be counted on for speed with SEMINOLE CHIEF and KING OF GOSFORD in close attendance. This should be average or above-average in terms of tempo.

Our Eyes:
Here are my horse-by-horse notes.

#1-SEAL TEAM: The 2023 Twilight Derby winner dropped 3 head-to-head decisions vs. Mi Hermano Romano at the end of 2024. He was a late-running third in the Thunder Road in February when last seen. Trainer Richard Mandella is a 3-time Shoemaker Mile winner, and jockey Juan Hernandez won this race 2 years ago aboard Exaulted. In the mix for a share, but tough spot to notch first turf mile victory.

#2-ATITLAN: Serious cut-back for John Shirreffs trainee who has won the Twilight Derby, Charlie Whittingham and San Luis Rey between 9-12 furlongs. He closed from the clouds to win a turf mile at Del Mar to break his maiden last summer and will need the pace to come back to jockey Antonio Fresu. Wasn't as effective in the Mathis Mile when trying to stay closer to the pace.

#3-SEMINOLE CHIEF: Florida-based Girvin colt has steadily improved this year after missing most of his 2024 sophomore season. Jack Sisterson trainee won the Appleton at Gulfstream over this mile trip, draws well, has tactical speed and lures jockey Irad Ortiz Jr. That rider came west to win the '22 Shoemaker aboard Count Again.

#4-KING OF GOSFORD: 4-time Shoemaker Mile-winning trainer Phil D'Amato has the Grade 2 Mathis Mile winner squarely in the hunt. Colt has won 4 of 6 over the Santa Anita lawn, but was runner-up at 4-5 last out in the April 20 Grade 3 American behind Shoemaker rival Cabo Spirit. Should get more pace help this time in the rematch. Regular rider Flavien Prat is back and he's 4: 3-1-0 when paired on this runner.

#5-FORMIDABLE MAN: Preakness-winning connections of trainer Michael McCarthy and jockey Umberto Rispoli hope for smoother sailing and similar results. Santa Anita-based colt has been well-traveled, but right at home last out in winning the March 1 Grade 1 Kilroe Mile at a square $12 mutuel. He's won 4 of 5, missing only in the Pegasus World Cup Turf at Gulfstream in January. Rispoli won this race last year aboard Johannes; he and McCarthy teamed to win it in 2021 with Smooth Like Strait.

#6-ZIO JO: 3-time turf allowance winner on the SoCal circuit hasn't been far off in the stakes, but needs a breakthrough performance at this level. Doug O'Neill trainee chased several Shoemaker opponents in the American, Kilroe Mile, Thunder Road and Seabiscuit in his last 4 starts, beaten no more than 4-1/2 lengths in any of those. Kyle Frey rides the Nyquist gelding.

#7-MI HERMANO RAMON: Disappointing fifth as the 4-5 favorite in the Grade 1 Kilroe Mile when unable to close the deal inside under Flavien Prat. Loses that pilot to King of Gosford on Monday, but reunites with Hector Berrios, his winning rider in Del Mar's Grade 2 Seabiscuit. Late-runner gets some pace to utilize in this race and should be an inflated price.

#8-CABO SPIRIT: Front-running winner of the 10F John Henry Turf over this course in September as well as the Grade 3 American at a mile in April. George Papaprodomou has managed a $1.1 million career out of this 6-year-old son of Pioneerof the Nile. Best races consistently have been when able to make the front, so expect Frankie Dettori to askhim for run from the jump.

#9-GOLIAD: Lightly raced 8-year-old makes his first start since the Breeders' Cup Mile in November. Trainer Richard Mandella has solved the Shoemaker Mile with aged runners before: 7-year-old Bal a Bali, 8-year-old Redattore and 9-year-old The Tin Man. Nearly all this one's success comes when able to stake on the front end, and should find competition for that spot with Cabo Spirit just to his inside. Mike Smith hopes saddles from Cabo Spirit to Goliad in the Shoemaker.

Most Likely Exotics Contender:
KING OF GOSFORD has finished in the trifecta in 11 of his last 12 starts, including 6 straight.

Best Longshot Contender:
Don't expect a huge price, but MI HERMANO RAMON had straight superfecta finishes between 6-1 and 13-1 prior to being beaten as the favorite last out. He'll be back to a healthy price.

Sending it in ($100 bankroll):
$25 exacta key-box MI HERMANO RAMON with KING OF GOSFORD and FORMIDABLE MAN ($100).

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 05-22-2025, 07:27 AM

Meet the Contenders: Hollywood Gold Cup at Santa Anita | Monday

May 21, 2025 | By Jeremy Plonk

Memorial Day Monday at Santa Anita features a trio of important stakes, including the Grade 1 Gamely, Grade 1 Shoemaker Mile and the Grade 2 Hollywood Gold Cup. The tradition-rich Gold Cup began in 1938 when won by Seabiscuit, and over the years boasted winners like Native Diver, Affirmed, Cigar, Skip Away and Lava Man. The Hollywood Park fixture moved to Santa Anita in 2014.

Let’s meet the contenders for the 1-1/4 Hollywood Gold Cup (Race 8):

#1-TARANTINO: Had streak of 4 straight graded-stakes placings halted April 19 when off the board in the Oaklawn Handicap. Peter Eurton claimed this one for $40,000 in July and has gone 7: 2-3-1 with him since. Juan Hernandez piloted 2023 Gold Cup winner Defunded.

#2-PACKS A WAHLOP: Since starting his career 3-for-4 in 2022, this gelding by Creative Cause has lost 16 straight. That streak nearly ended May 3 in the Charlie Whittingham when a narrow runner-up on the turf, a surface that’s been his home in 16 of 20 starts. Trainer John Sadler won this race in 2015 (Hard Aces) and 2018 (Accelerate).

#3-MIDNIGHT MAMMOTH: Del Mar’s Cougar II winner over 1-1/2 miles got back to the winner’s circle most recently April 26 at Santa Anita in allowance company. He finished fourth in the Santa Anita Handicap this spring over the track and distance against a considerably tougher cast. Trainer Craig Dollase secured the 2010 Hollywood Gold Cup with Awesome Gem.

#4-EXTENSIVE: Rides a 2-race winning streak into his stakes debut. Trainer Michael McCarthy looks to build off last week’s Preakness victory by Journalism. McCarthy won this race in 2022 with There Goes Harvard. Flavien Prat scored here with Country Grammer in 2021. Lone 4-year-old in the lineup and notably that age bracket has won 5 of the last 6 Hollywood Gold Cups. Son of City of Light makes his first bid beyond 1-1/16 miles on Monday.

#5-SKIPPYLONGSTOCKING: $3.5 million earner should be a solid favorite in his return to Santa Anita from his Florida base. Third here in the Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile of 2023 in his only prior local spin. Saffie Joseph Jr. trainee won Tampa’s Challenger for the third straight year in March, sandwiched between solid third-place efforts in the Pegasus World Cup and Oaklawn Handicap. Irad Ortiz Jr. piloted 2022 Gold Cup winner There Goes Harvard.

#6-IL BELATOR: Fourth in the 2023 Shoemaker Mile, he’ll bypass that return date on this same card in favor of the Gold Cup. Synthetic specialist has won once on dirt, a March 28 Santa Anita allowance, before finishing off the board in the American at a turf mile. Jose Bautista trains the colt by Preakness winner Shackleford, while Geovanni Franco rides.

#7-ARROWTHEGREAT: Runner-up April 26 in a Santa Anita allowance to Gold Cup rival Midnight Mammoth. Sixth of 7 in last year’s Gold Cup at 28-1 odds and will be a longshot once again. Dan Blacker trains the Arrogate gelding who is 3: 0-0-0 in stakes attempts. Tiago Pereira has the mount.

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 05-26-2025, 08:39 AM

Jeff Siegel's What You Need to Know - Santa Anita - 5/26/25

May 26, 2025

Jeff Siegel’s “What You Need to Know”
Monday, May 26 2024
Santa Anita Park

Specifically designed for the rolling exotic player, Jeff Siegel’s “What You Need to Know” isolates those horses that should be included in daily doubles, pick-3s, pick-4s, pick-5s, and the pick-6.

For additional commentary, follow us on twitter @jsiegelracing.

Grade Descriptions: Grade A=Highest degree of confidence; Grade B=Solid Play. Grade C=Least preferred or pass; Grade X=probable winner but likely at odds too short to play.

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Santa Anita Race 1: Post: 1:00 PT Grade: B+
Main Ticket: 4-Cooey; 5-Into the Hall.
Backups: none.

Forecast: Cooney is much faster than these based on her dirt form; today she has to prove she can be as good on grass. The B. Baffert-trained filly sports the always popular blinkers off angle and projects to be the controlling speed in a race that likely will present a moderate early pace. Today should be her day. Into the Hall improved her Beyer speed figure by 30 points in her second career start, and with another forward move today the daughter of Constitution could give our top pick a serious challenge.

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Santa Anita Race 2: Post: 1:32 PT Grade: B-
Main Ticket: 3-Looks Rare; 5-Resemblance.
Backups: 2-Cuban Confusion (GB).

Forecast: Looks Rare ran well when third at this level last time out and not much more should be needed to land him in the winner’s circle. The D. O’Neill-trained gelding has much faster numbers to go back to, so anything close to his best race should be good enough in this restricted (nw-2) $16,000 claiming dash. Resemblance earned a number three races back in his maiden claiming win that charts quite well with this group. This drop in class is warranted and makes him the one to fear most.

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Santa Anita Race 3: Post: 2:05 PT Grade: B+
Main Ticket:n1-Call Me Corey; 4-A Day to Remember
Backups: none.

Forecast: Call Me Corey didn’t get the best of runs from an inside draw yet kept to his task to be a willing third in a promising debut over the local lawn. If he leaves cleanly from the rail, the son of Uncle Mo should be on or near the lead throughout. A Day to Remember removes blinkers in his second start off a layoff and seems very likely to produce a forward move. The M. Glatt barn has superior stats with this angle, so we’re expecting a career top performance by the American Pharoah gelding.

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Santa Anita Race 4: Post: 2:36 PT Grade: A-
Main Ticket: 2-Wound Up
Backups: 1-Positivity.

Forecast: Wound Up simply lays over this field based on the triple digit speed figure in earned in is most recent victory, his fifth in a row. He doesn’t need the lead to win but from where he’s drawn the vastly improved five-year-old gelding should be prominent throughout as a pace presser. Being a perfect three-for-three over the Santa Anita main track adds fuel to the fire.

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Santa Anita Race 5: Post: 3:06 PT Grade: B
Main Ticket: 5-The White Lady
Backups: 7-Rosalee May; 8-Defiance.

Forecast: The White Lady was beaten at odds-on in her U.S. debut when second in a similar first level allowance affair last month. We suspect she’ll make amends today. From the red-hot P. D’Amato barn, the French-bred filly has trained well in the interim, gets an extra furlong to work with, retains U. Rispoli, and should be capable of wearing down the leaders close home. She’ll be a more realistic price today after being listed at 3-1 on the morning line, though we suspect she’ll go a bit lower.

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Santa Anita Race 6: Post: 3:36 PT Grade: B
Main Ticket: 2-Navajo Warrior; 4-Joint Venture.
Backups: none.

Forecast: Navajo Warrior: has won three of his last four and in his present form there’s no reason he can’t continue his winning ways in this starter optional claiming main track miler. The T. Yakteen-trained gelding has solid numbers and is capable of winning as the controlling speed or from a stalking position, so regular pilot A. Fresu can choose his strategy depending upon the unfolding race shape. Joint Venture needs a boost in the speed figure department but if he’s allowed to inherit his favorite role as the controlling speed the son of Mizzen Mast could take this field a very long way.

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Santa Anita Race 7: Post: 4:08 PT Grade: B
Main Ticket: 8-Be Your Best (Ire); 5-No Show Sammy Jo.
Backups: none.

Forecast: The two high class Eastern shippers have the edge in this year’s edition of the Gamely S.-G1 and both should be used on the top line. Be Your Best (Ire) had her three race winning streak snapped when she finished unplaced in the Jenny Wiley S.-G1 at Keeneland, but this is an easier group, and we suspect the Irish-bred mare will bounce back in a big way. No Show Sammy Joe (GB) is a lightly raced mare (four wins in seven starts) with rising numbers and F. Prat in the saddle. She projects to settle in the second flight and then blast home.

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Santa Anita Race 8: Post: 4:38 PT Grade: B+
Main Ticket: 5-Skippylongstocking ; 4-Extensive.
Backups: none.

Forecast: Skippylongstocking has been competitive against the best middle distance runners in North America and won’t be facing that level of competition in this year’s edition of the Hollywood Gold Cup-G2. If he shows up with his “A” game, he’ll win. The one to worry about is the vastly improving Extensive. Winner of his last pair with huge numbers and with just four races on his resume, he was very impressive in his last pair, albeit against much softer foes. There’s really no telling how good he may be but suffice to say he has upside the others don’t have.

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Santa Anita Race 9: Post: 5:08 PT Grade: B+
Main Ticket: 1-Seal Team; 7-Mi Hermano Ramon.
Backups: 5-Formidable Man.

Forecast: Seal Team broke thru the gate prior to finishing an excellent second in the Thunder Road Stakes over this course and distance last time out. The son of War Front has had his issues but appears to be regaining his best form and we’re expecting a career top effort in this year’s renewal of the Shoemaker Mile-G1. He switches to J. Hernandez and is guaranteed a ground saving trip from his rail draw. Mi Hermano Ramon, a close fifth as the favorite in the Kilroe Mile-G1, was somewhat victimized by the race shape and should do better today. He’s right there with these with his best effort.

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Santa Anita Race 10: Post: 5:38 PT Grade: B
Main Ticket: 10-Waiting for My Cue.
Backups: 5-Tapatia Leah; 4-Approval Rating.

Forecast: Waiting for My Cue: has done some good work in the morning leading up to her debut and in a field in which the known element looks average, let’s go with a fresh face. We like her outside draw, the barn has solid stats with first timers, and the workouts on video show promise. Smiling Tiger fillies are usually pretty quick, and this one may be, too.

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Santa Anita Race 11: Post: 6:08 PT Grade: B+
Main Ticket: 6-Winning Patriot
Backups: 12-Shapoval.

Forecast: Winning Patriot tipped his hand when finishing a promising second over this course and distance in his debut last month and most second time starters from the C. Gaines barn move forward with experience. A bullet half mile breeze (:46 1.5) over the bouncy training track since raced jumps off the page. R. Gonzalez got to know him in his debut and stays aboard.

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 05-26-2025, 08:40 AM

Al Cimaglia: Yonkers Raceway Late Pick 4 Analysis

May 26, 2025 | By Al Cimaglia

Yonkers Raceway has a 9-race card with the $1.00 Pick 5 beginning in Race 5. That sequence has a $10,000 guaranteed pool. The $2.00 late Pick 4 starts in Race 6, and it will be my focus. Comments and selections below are based on a fast track.

Race 6 (8:25 PM EDT)

4-Vici (9/5)-The drop in class should help after a string of even efforts versus $50k claimers. George Brennan will probably be aggressive and look to play catch me if you can.
5-Ourmatemenko N (10-1)-The NZ bred has failed in its 3 US starts and was the post time chalk in 2 of those races. But it did hit the board in 2 of 3 and should offer a much better price tonight. Will look for a big try as team Stratton may have the 6-year-old figured out and those that have finished ahead are not in this field.

Race 7 (8:45 PM EDT)

2-Aardies Flash N (5-1)-Was too far back in last and faced some tough winners in the Borgata series who won’t be an issue tonight. Closed well to finish 3rd last time. Stratton will be between the pipes, did top this kind the last time he steered and had the same post draw.
3-Why Not Now (3-1)-The last start was the best in a while. Finished 2nd in front of Ardies Flash in the Borgata consolation race. Matt Kakaley should be aggressive in this spot and with a good steer could post an overdue win.

Race 8 (9:05 EDT)

5-Kopi Luwak (4-1)-Makes the first start for trainer Ron Burke and was a $60k claim. George Brennan should have the pedal down and it could be clear sailing to get on the engine. If so, could quickly reward the new connections, and this outfit posts 36% winners off a claim.
6-Endofstory (5/2)-Ships back from PcD and Bartlett gets the call for Doug Dilloian and that combo does good work. Won on May 6th off a close-up trip and that plan could happen here. Faces better but doesn’t look out of place.

Race 9 (9:25 PM EDT)

1-Bullville Frank (9/5)-Frank is 0-8 here at Yonkers and has finished 2nd three times. Not loving the short price but can’t find a better option and shouldn’t have an excuse if dialed on high. Comes back in sequence, draws the rail, recent form is fine and gets Bartlett at the controls. Will use and hope the 6-year-old finally connects on the Hilltop.

$2 Late Pick 4

4,5/2,3/5,6/1
Total Bet=$16

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 05-26-2025, 08:41 AM

Brian W. Spencer's Daily Picks

Santa Anita - Race #7

#1 Lady Claypoole	She's still a bit of a question on class compared to some of these, but the recent form is razor sharp and could keep her in the frame with this crew on the rise.
#8 Be Your Best	She woke up a bit when taking her show on the road, and she looks to bounce back a bit off the fading Grade I effort last out at Keeneland. Enough to like here.
#5 No Show Sammy Jo	She was a touch flat last out in that Grade I try, but the form prior to that was pretty reliable, and I wonder if she can bring something a bit better today.
Race Summary	Lady Claypoole should offer a midrange price here while stepping up again, but she has done nothing wrong in recent starts and earned this shot in a competitive spot.

Santa Anita - Race #8

#1 Tarantino	Flat run from him at Oaklawn last out, but the previous form was pretty sharp, and he should find a good spot near the top from the inside. Minor upset?
#5 Skippylongstocking	He has been competitive with some pretty tough crew over the last few years, and he figures to find his typical first-over spot while sitting off the flank early.
#3 Midnight Mammoth	He looked good winning last out, but he was beating a short-priced favorite in a small group that day, so I'm never sure what to make of those. Still, he seems in the mix.
Race Summary	Tarantino might appreciate the move away from Oaklawn after a couple of modest kinds of runs there by his standards, and this one could be his for the taking if he can work out a trip from the fence.

Santa Anita - Race #9

#5 Formidable Man	He's got super honest form and just handled some of these last out, and a few quicker players should set things up for him to watch it all unfold from close range. Tough as always.
#7 Mi Hermano Ramon	He's a big player here, and likely at something much better than the absurd 4/5 from that last try. One of the ones in a fun renewal.
#9 Goliad	He draws well to push the pace from the outside, and he returns having last been seen setting the tempo at the Breeders' Cup. Capable with his better stuff, but wonder if today is worth watching.
Race Summary	Formidable Man should be in line for another great run here, and he almost always runs his race. Another Grade I is well within reach. Cutback player #2 Atitlan on the plays.

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 05-26-2025, 08:42 AM

Frank Carulli's Daily Picks

Horseshoe Indianapolis - Race #1

#5 ITZFOREVER (7-2)	Proven allowance form, should benefit from return, but hasn’t won in awhile.
#1 CARRARA (8-5)	Sat off duel, got up for second in Oaklawn allowance two back despite stretch drift.
#8 L A WOMAN (8-1)	Showed promise at 2, missed 3yo season, recent works for return encouraging.
Race Summary	ITZFOREVER, runner-up in 4 of 5 dirt route races at Horseshoe Indianapolis in the fall, stalked fast middle fractions and remained third in her seasonal debut. She has kept company with the likes of Corningstone (8-24, $766k) and Forever Pink (5-12, $201k) and could be ready to get back in the win column. Bet to win and place and play 5-1 and 5-8 exactas.

Horseshoe Indianapolis - Race #5

#8 URBAN RULER (8-1)	Good bloodlines, good prep work, good price in first start.
#7 DOM TRACES (10-1)	Ranged up wide on Keeneland lawn, winner ran second in recent allowance.
#6 OH PLEASE (9-2)	Awakened on switch to turf, just missed, takes jump into MSW company.
Race Summary	URBAN RULER debuts off a steady work tab at Keeneland and shows a grass workout at Palm Meadows in Florida prior to that. His sire, War Front, is the 11th-ranked turf sire in 2025 with nine winners from 41 runners. His dam, Goodyearforroses (7-24, $488k) was a Grade II winning turf router and Grade I placed. Bet to win and place.

Horseshoe Indianapolis - Race #7

#6 CHOCOLATE MOOSE (2-1)	Rallied to win in 6F seasonal debut, better going a route of ground.
#2 ME AND CHILI (10-1)	In good form cycle, continues class ascent, gets in light again.
#4 HIGHEST MEMORIES (4-1)	Knows how to win despite recurring pattern of troubled starts.
Race Summary	CHOCOLATE MOOSE won his last three starts on the main track here, including a 13-1 come-from-behind upset in his seasonal debut at 6F. No reason to think he won’t fire again in this field and eclipse $100,000 in earnings at age 4. Bet to win and place and play 6-2 and 6-4 exactas.

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 05-26-2025, 08:42 AM

F.A.S.T. Sheets Free Race for Ruidoso Downs
PURCHASE

Ruidoso Downs - Race 2	2nd Half Early Daily Double/ Exacta/ Trifecta/ .10 Superfecta 1st Leg .50 Pick 4
Maiden • 350 Yards • Dirt • Age 2 • CR: 73 • Purse: $16,200 • Post: 1:26P
QUARTER HORSE 350Y, FOR MAIDENS, FILLIES TWO YEARS OLD. WEIGHT, 124 LBS.

Contenders				Race Analysis
P#	Horse	Morn Line	Accept Odds	Race Type: Not Applicable (Quarter Horse). * KEY ANGLES * HER MAJESSTY: Quarter Horse has a Fast Break Style designation and no horse in a post position next to it gets out of the gate fast. Quarter horse has the highest last race Equibase Speed Rating. Horse has a TrackMaster "+" designation or an "L" designation.
8	HER MAJESSTY	9/2	9/5
10	BLUE IS THE CANDY	2/1	5/1

P#	Horse (In Running Style Order)	Post	Morn Line	Running Style	Good Class	Good Speed	Early Figure	Finish Figure	Platinum Figure
1	FULL MOON FOLLIES	1	15/1	Slow	0	0	6.4	0.0	0.0
3	FAMOUS CARAMELO	3	30/1	Fast/Trouble-prone	0	0	2.7	0.0	0.0
4	HAWKEYES DREAM GIRL	4	20/1	Average/Trouble-prone	0	0	5.0	0.0	0.0
5	SHEZDANSTYFORSURE	5	12/1	Slow	0	0	0.0	0.0	0.0
7	PYC LIL SAINT	7	15/1	Average	0	0	0.0	0.0	0.0
8	HER MAJESSTY	8	9/2	Fast	75	68	3.3	0.0	0.0
9	RC MISS G	9	6/1	Slow	0	0	6.4	0.0	0.0
10	BLUE IS THE CANDY	10	2/1	Fast/Trouble-prone	72	59	1.0	0.0	0.0

Unknown Running Style: MS CHIEVIOUS (7/2) [Jockey: Enriquez Jacob - Trainer: Gonzales III James J], AJ KACHINA EAGLE (8/1) [Jockey: Garcia Jr Noe - Trainer: Giles Wesley T].

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 05-26-2025, 08:42 AM

F.A.S.T. Sheets Free Race for Horseshoe Indianapolis
PURCHASE

Horseshoe Indianapolis - Race 5	Daily Double / Exacta / Trifecta / 50 Cent Trifecta / Superfecta 1st Leg of $1 Horseshoe Hat Trick Turf Pick 3 (Races 5,6,8) 10 Cent Superfecta / 50 Cent Pick 3 (Races 5-6-7) ITOBA $1 Pick 4
Maiden Special • 1 1/16 Miles • Turf • Age 3 • CR: 94 • Purse: $43,520 • Post: 2:21P
(RAIL AT 36 FEET). FOR MAIDENS, THREE YEARS OLD. WEIGHT, 122 LBS. IF THIS RACE IS TAKEN OFF THE TURF, IT WILL BE RUN AT 1 MILE AND 1/16 ON THE MAIN TRACK.

Contenders				Race Analysis
P#	Horse	Morn Line	Accept Odds	Race Type: Dominant Front-runner. OH PLEASE is the Dominant Front-runner of the race. * KEY ANGLES * OH PLEASE: Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days. Horse has the highest TrackMaster Power Rating. Horse has the highest average Equi base Speed Figure at the distance/surface. FOUNTAIN RUN: Horse had a bullet workout within the last seven days. Horse ranks in the top three in TrackMaster Power Rating. Horse ranks in the top three in average Equibase Speed Figure at the distance /surface.
6	OH PLEASE	9/2	2/1
1	FOUNTAIN RUN	5/1	6/1

P#	Horse (In Running Style Order)	Post	Morn Line	Running Style	Good Class	Good Speed	Early Figure	Finish Figure	Platinum Figure
6	OH PLEASE	6	9/2	Front-runner	83	84	100.5	85.3	76.8
1	FOUNTAIN RUN	1	5/1	Stalker	82	80	97.5	74.5	67.0
2	COURAGEOUS CLAY	2	12/1	Alternator/Stalker	87	73	87.2	67.4	61.4
7	DOM TRACES	7	10/1	Alternator/Stalker	0	0	58.8	64.5	51.5
12	SKIBIDI RIZZ	12	20/1	Alternator/Stalker	79	67	49.3	63.5	49.0
10	INSPIRED KISS	10	6/1	Alternator/Stalker	77	72	42.7	68.3	58.8
11	CAESAREA	11	15/1	Trailer	72	61	55.5	55.5	41.0
9	THE HIDDEN CHAMBER	9	7/2	Trailer	0	0	54.8	62.5	53.5
3	YOU BELONG HERE	3	8/1	Alternator/Non-contender	0	0	60.7	60.7	54.2

Unknown Running Style: PERFECT YOUR SWING (12/1) [Jockey: Pedroza Jr Marcelino - Trainer: Correas IV Ignacio], ONE DESTINATION (15/1) [Jockey: Bermudez Samuel E - Trainer: Torres Concepcion], URBAN RULER (8/1) [Jockey: Nelson Tyrone - Trainer: Lynch

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 05-26-2025, 08:43 AM

Handicapped by The Walker Group at Lone Star Park

PURCHASE
Always check program numbers.
Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 2 - Claiming - 8.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $12500 Class Rating: 76

FOR FILLIES AND MARES THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 119 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $5,000. TEXAS BRED CLAIMING PRICE $6,250.

RECOMMENDED CHOICES
	# 2 SABRES 2/1
# 7 CAPETOWN CANDY 20/1
# 5 TRIBE 9/2

I favor SABRES here. Overall the Equibase Speed Figures of this equine look decent in this outing. Is a solid choice - given the 73 speed figure from her most recent race. Has been moving in the most competitive company of the group lately. CAPETOWN CANDY - This animal is highly ranked this field in earnings per start at the distance/surface. TRIBE - With Wethey aboard her, this filly will almost certainly be able to break out quickly for this event.

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 05-26-2025, 08:43 AM

Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

PURCHASE

Santa Anita - Race #7 - Post: 4:08pm - Stakes - 9.0 furlongs on the Turf. Purse: $300,000 Class Rating: 108 Gamely S. (Grade 1)

Rating:

#8 BE YOUR BEST (IRE) (ML=4/1)
#2 ALPHA BELLA (ML=6/1)
#3 KHINJANI (GB) (ML=15/1)
#7 LIGURIA (ML=9/2)

BE YOUR BEST (IRE) - If you review the PP's for this animal, you'll see she has recorded the top speed figure at the distance and surface. A repeat effort right here and this horse has a superb chance to win. Stick with this horse. No other viable speed gives this horse a strong chance at the winner's circle. Horses out of the barn of Joseph have been great on the turf. Should do well today. Earnings per race entered is something that I think can be a crucial factor. This thoroughbred is ranked at the top of the list in this field. ALPHA BELLA - Sadler has a very strong win percent in turf routes. This mare should be in shape and ready to win. Rode this mount on March 29th and Hernandez is right back in the irons today. Ran a fast time for the last quarter on Mar 29th at Santa Anita. Anything close right here should get the job done. KHINJANI (GB) - Don't often see a positive ROI like +313. This jock/handler tandem has done well together over the last year. This mare is in fine physical condition. Finished second on May 9th. Although this mare has limited experience around here, she has showed her class by running well at a major foreign venue. LIGURIA - Garnered a nice turf rating on March 1st at Santa Anita. A repeat in this event, and this one has a great shot to win. The last time she tried this distance she got a fig good enough to win this contest. Had a powerful closing move last out, running the last quarter in less than 25 seconds. A similar effort today, and it's straight to the winner's circle. This mare's last speed fig recorded on March 1st is uppermost in last race speed figs.

Vulnerable Contenders: #5 NO SHOW SAMMY JO (GB) (ML=7/2), #6 EXPENSIVE QUEEN (IRE) (ML=5/1), #4 PUBLIC ASSEMBLY (ML=8/1),

NO SHOW SAMMY JO (GB) - Difficult to take this steed at these odds after the finish position (seventh) in the last affair. EXPENSIVE QUEEN (IRE) - The speed rating last time around the track doesn't fit very well in this contest when I look at the class figure of today's event. Mark this animal as a likely underlay. PUBLIC ASSEMBLY - Really don't think the recent speed fig was obtained legitimately. The off oval may have lead to such a high rating.

GUEST COMMENTARY: Hal - KHINJANI (GB) - On May 9th at Santa Anita this mare checked in with a solid final quarter, making her the racer to gamble on.

STRAIGHT WAGERS:	Bet on #8 BE YOUR BEST (IRE) to win if we can get at least 4/1 odds
EXACTA WAGERS:	Box [2,3,8]
TRIFECTA WAGERS:	None
SUPERFECTA WAGERS:	None

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 05-26-2025, 08:43 AM

Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

PURCHASE

Parx Racing - Race #2 - Post: 1:07pm - Maiden Claiming - 6.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $19,000 Class Rating: 60

Rating:

#7 UNION PURRFECTION (ML=3/1)

UNION PURRFECTION - This gelding has been training well, and the recent bullet work says he's primed for a big performance today. I always like to see a pony getting Lasix for the first time. Duarte adds it on this one today.

Vulnerable Contenders: #6 STILLWATER MOON (ML=2/1), #1 LORD SEABEE (ML=9/2), #2 LOOKIN WILD (ML=5/1),

STILLWATER MOON - Hasn't been on the Parx Racing oval in the last three weeks. Cause for some concern. LORD SEABEE - This less than sharp equine has no victories at Parx Racing. This mount likes to be on the board, but doesn't usually finish on top. Keep out of the top spot. LOOKIN WILD - Can't play this pony in today's sprint of 6 furlongs. Hasn't even hit the board in a short distance affair of late. Didn't land in the top three on April 14th at Parx Racing. Followed it up with another lackluster performance.

STRAIGHT WAGERS:	#7 UNION PURRFECTION is going to be the play if we are getting 1/1 or better
EXACTA WAGERS:	None
TRIFECTA WAGERS:	None
SUPERFECTA WAGERS:	Pass

**Can'tPickAWinner** · 05-26-2025, 08:44 AM

Handicapped by The Walker Group at Canterbury Park

PURCHASE
Always check program numbers.
Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 7 - SO - 5.0f on the Turf. Purse: $12000 Class Rating: 81

FOR FILLIES AND MARES THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE STARTED FOR A CLAIMING PRICE OF $5,000 OR LESS IN 2024 - 2025 OR CLAIMING PRICE $7,500. THREE YEAR OLDS, 119 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE SINCE APRIL 26 ALLOWED 2 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $7,500. MINNESOTA BRED CLAIMING PRICE $12,500. (IF MANAGEMENT DEEMS IT INADVISABLE TO RUN THIS RACE ON THE

RECOMMENDED CHOICES
	# 5 NOEL'S ANGEL 9/5
# 3 BOLD INTENTION 6/1
# 2 SAVONA 5/2

My choice in this contest is NOEL'S ANGEL. With Lopez in the saddle guiding her, this mare should be able to break out quickly for this race. Has to be given a chance - I like the figures from the last competition. Wagerers should probably take a good look at this one as this mare has one of the best win percentages at this distance in this group. BOLD INTENTION - She should be considered given the competitive speed figures. Gallardo will almost certainly be able to get this mare to break out sharply in this competition. SAVONA - Posted a solid speed figure in the latest race. Can run another good one in this race. With a reliable 69 average speed figure at the distance, seems well suited for today's race.