The Amazing Mike Smith
Saturday was opening day of the winter meet at Santa Anita Park. It proved to be a memorable one for jockey Mike Smith. In the process of Winning four of seven Stakes races on the card, Smith bested Jerry Bailey as the all-time leader among jockeys for Grade 1 Wins in North America. Smith surpassed his fellow Hall of Famer, with Win number 217, when OMAHA … Continue reading The Amazing Mike Smith
Why Back A Long-Shot?
It’s no secret that we here at the Daily Racing Blog are always in search of a Value Play. A bit of common knowledge indicates that playing a long-shot is a cocktail best served with equal parts trust and intuition. In most cases, there are more reasons to stay away from these horses than to bet them, so you have to have some faith in … Continue reading Why Back A Long-Shot?
Horse Racing Integrity Act
On December 18th, a majority of the U.S. House of Representatives were confirmed as co-sponsors of the Horse-Racing Integrity Act of 2019 (HIA), paving the way for committee consideration and then a vote by the full House of Representatives. The legislation now has more than 218 co-sponsors, which is a majority of the 435 voting members of the House. The bill was introduced in the … Continue reading Horse Racing Integrity Act
Right Down Santa Claus Lane
SANTA CLAUS (foaled in 1961) was a British-bred Irish trained race-horse and sire. As a three year-old in 1964 the dark-coated bay stallion had his best year on the turf. His most notable achievements were Winning the Irish 200 Guineas Stakes, as well as the Epsom and Irish Derbies. These Victories (in part) earned SANTA CLAUS the 1964 British Horse Of The Year award. The … Continue reading Right Down Santa Claus Lane
DA Reports On Santa Anita
Los Angeles County District Attorney Jackie Lacey on Thursday issued a 17-page report on the deaths of horses at Santa Anita Park with more than two dozen recommendations on how to improve safety at all California racetracks. The report found no criminal wrongdoing at Santa Anita Park. “Horse racing has inherent risks, but is a legally sanctioned sport in California,” Lacey said. “Greater precautions are … Continue reading DA Reports On Santa Anita
A Day At The Races
Is it your first time attending the local track? Even if you are with someone who knows their way around it can still seem pretty daunting. But fear not, let the Daily Racing Blog provide you with a few basic tips to make your day at the races an enjoyable one: ASK FOR HELP – You won’t find information booths at most tracks, but that … Continue reading A Day At The Races
Fair Grounds Trainers To Watch
The first official day of winter is December 22nd. But as that time draws closer let’s forget about the cold and shoveling for a while and focus on the racing season in the land of Mardi Gras. The Fair Grounds opened its 2019-’20 season November 28th and racing will continue in New Orleans through March 29th. To help intrepid handicappers in studying the races at … Continue reading Fair Grounds Trainers To Watch
Equine Words Of Wisdom
Today, December 13th is the National Day Of The Horse, and we here at the Daily Racing Blog are celebrating the day by reprinting some of our favorite (famous?) quotes about the animals that bring us so much joy. “I believe that horses bring out the best in us. They demand standards of behavior and levels of kindness that we, as humans, then strive to … Continue reading Equine Words Of Wisdom
Win The Pick 5
Practical tips for approaching the Pick 5 race sequence bet The Pick 5 is one of the best wagers on the menu at any race track in the country. With its low 15% takeout rate and $0.50 minimum bet, the Pick 5 can be a lucrative wager for beginners and experts alike. But with five races in the equation, betting the Pick 5 requires more … Continue reading Win The Pick 5
Top Jocks At Gulfstream
Last week we talked about the top trainers at the Gulfstream Park Winter Championship Meet. Today, let’s take a look at the world-class jockeys who will be competing at the southern Florida race track. A stellar group of riders dotted with current and future Hall of Famers will be competing against each other for much of the four-month meet, but the last two years indicate … Continue reading Top Jocks At Gulfstream
