justindew's blog

Tough Trip

justindew — Fri, 04 May 2007 18:02:36 -0400

It's doubtful anyone could have beaten Rags To Riches on this day, but Edgar Prado sure had a heck of an excuse aboard Cotton Blossom.

Searching For Value In The Rain

justindew — Fri, 04 May 2007 13:21:29 -0400

Let's pretend for a minute that Todd Pletcher will be kept out of the winners circle in the Oaks. Then let's say Dreaming Of Anna'a best days are behind her. Finally, lets dismiss High Heels and Tough Tiz's Sis based on class, or whatever else makes you feel comfortable.

And My Pick Is......

justindew — Fri, 04 May 2007 11:43:31 -0400

Am I concerned that John Velazquez chose Octave over Cotton Blossom? You bet.

$54 Of Fun

justindew — Fri, 04 May 2007 11:09:12 -0400

I really, really hate using the ALL button when playing a Pick 4. But when just about the entire field has a shot, and when the pool is a guaranteed $500,000, I'm buying the race.

Good Morning

justindew — Fri, 04 May 2007 09:01:16 -0400

It's Oaks Day. We have a great card ahead of us with plenty of wagering opportunities. Don't forget about the $500,000 Guaranteed Pick 4, and check back here later today to see my Pick 4 ticket.

Oaks/Derby Jockey Double?

justindew — Thu, 03 May 2007 13:34:41 -0400

Maybe you have your Oaks and Derby horses already picked. But before you place that Oaks/Derby Double wager, have you considered the possibility that one jockey could sweep the bet?

You Can't Keep Baffert Out Of The Party

justindew — Tue, 01 May 2007 12:47:13 -0400

It's not that I haven't been paying attention. It's just that I've been more focused on the fillies from Oaklawn and Fair Grounds than those out west.

Dreaming Of The Oaks

justindew — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 10:12:57 -0400

Like most of you, I have yet to decide exactly what I think about the field for the Kentucky Oaks. But I have a feeling I might end up betting on one filly, while rooting for another.

The Sneaky Pletcher Filly

justindew — Sat, 28 Apr 2007 15:39:29 -0400

So, we know Rags To Riches will be favored. Octave will also get support. But I think another filly trained by Todd Pletcher has a chance to score at a big price.

Worlds Collide

justindew — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 12:13:30 -0400

Friday's Grade II Fantasy at Oaklawn might tell us a lot more than you might think about the current crop of three-year-old fillies.

Someone Has To Finish Second, Right?

justindew — Thu, 15 Mar 2007 15:27:54 -0400

I understand that Rags To Riches has already been crowned winner of the Kentucky Oaks (unless of course she runs in the Derby), but there's no reason we can't try to figure out who will complete the exacta on the first Friday in May, is there?

Answered Questions

justindew — Sat, 10 Mar 2007 19:10:48 -0500

Saturday's Fair Grounds Oaks did quite a bit towards clearing up the Kentucky Oaks picture.

Did They Learn Their Lesson?

justindew — Wed, 07 Mar 2007 00:51:46 -0500

Listen, I have no idea who is going to win the Fair Grounds Oaks on Saturday. But I can tell you this: Any jockey who lets Appealing Zophie get away with slow fractions again deserves to lose.

Did We Learn Anything?

justindew — Sat, 10 Feb 2007 18:13:22 -0500

Hey, if Appealing Zophie can get away with a :49 opening half mile in the Kentucky Oaks, I guess now we know she can win it.

Get Ready For A Totally Appealing Race

justindew — Thu, 08 Feb 2007 21:44:36 -0500

I apologize for the cheesy title. But I couldn't resist. I promise that's the last time I will take the liberty of incorporating the names of horses into my title.

On to the race.

It's Now or Never......Maybe.

justindew — Wed, 07 Feb 2007 14:22:58 -0500

Heading into the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies, Appealing Zophie gave the look of a two-year old filly that was best suited to one turn.