Race Selections

 

Monday September 25 2023

1st - NW 4 $10,000 Pace

Matt's Picks: 1-6-7

1 - Everybodyloveslou - Blowout win on 9-13 - ascends to NW 4 but looks ready for the next test.

2 - Meg A Bags

3 - Delightinhisglory

4 - Whiskey Maverick

5 - Cards A Flyin

6 - News Caster - Rebounded with an adequate try last out and looks to use his tactical speed to gain position again.

7 - Bolting Home - Wired 'em last week at odds on - moving up but at post disadvantage.

8 - Blue Collar Bills

2nd - DSBF 2 YO C&G, $20,000 Pace

Matt's Picks: 1-2-3

1 - Unexpected Twist - Had an auspicious local debut with a win - has to be the one to beat from here.

2 - Eagle Lands - 5th start of career, one of more accomplished in field. Will need to step up to beat #1.

3 - Amelias Terminator - Managed a check in his last two, in prime spot to stalk and contend.

4 - Pasta Sauce

5 - Rowdy Dragon

6 - Come On Eddie

7 - Kdk Trajan

3rd - DSBF 2 YO C&G, $20,000 Pace

Matt's Picks: 3-7-5

1 - Hudson's Only One

2 - There Goes Bubba

3 - Beat Cop - Fought gamely after a tough first over trip in local debut. Gets post edge on #7 here and looks to be the one to beat.

4 - Chella's Lil Devil

5 - Shocking Truth - Has faced tougher in his last pair at PHL - drew into toughest division but would use under the chalk here.

6 - Im Still Here

7 - Papas Son - Hard fought win last time as this guy seems to be improving at the right time.

8 - Tug River Patrick

4th - DSBF 2 yo C&G $20,000 Pace

Matt's Picks: 6-4-5

1 - Hustlinforadollar

2 - Sixftfornfulomuscl

3 - Matt's Artist

4 - Laughoutlouttommy - He's shown ability for a leading barn with youngsters, lands post edge on some main threats here.

5 - Betterdigtwo - One of more experienced in field, he's been solid at sitting close and holding ground. Would prefer over several.

6 - Cavalli Island - Improved at huge odds last time. He's out of a good family and is one to keep on your radar.

7 - Lovenbury

8 - Southern Renegade

5th - OPEN, $20,000 Pace

Matt's Picks: 8-5-7

1 - Got The Mojo

2 - Water Sports Teen

3 - Wager On Me

4 - Outclassed

5 - Sir Charles Of Sky - Kicked home in 26.4 last time to finish 2nd to #8. That was his 2nd start off bench and we expect to see another strong mile here.

6 - Leonard's Legacy

7 - On The Cards - Won from here on 9-11 and brings an aggressive strategy to the table for team Reynolds. Will need his "A" game to beat #8.

8 - Itsrockandroll A - 6 staight wins and couldn't look more impressive in the process. Remains to the scourge of the division.

6th - $45,000 Claiming, $16,000 Pace

Matt's Picks: 1-2-3

1 - Mach Le More A - Fresh claim for team Davis off a solid string of races. Looks for 8th win of year.

2 - Flying Wingard A - Strong outing for team WG produced 5th win of season as he handled bump in claiming price. Sharp.

3 - Declan Seelster - Off the ticket in his last pair but finds a better situation this week and looks for 9th win of season.

4 - Mankat

5 - Marlboro Seelster

6 - Roll With Time

7 - Movin On Up

8 - Lyons Music

7th - NW 6, $11,500 Pace

Matt's Picks: 4-1-2

1 - Westender - Displays good speed on the regular - and looking for more strong presence here.

2 - Rock A Honey - It's been a while between wins here but remains competitive option.

3 - Picksixking

4 - Captain Planet - Down from KY for team Hall where he authored some strong miles. Was solid on small track this summer as well.

5 - Snouze U Louze

6 - Rocket Mac

7 - Swing Vision

8 - Flip My Chip

8th - $25k Claiming, $12,000

Matt's Picks: 3-6-1

1 - Badlands N Wine - He was 2nd at 28-to-1 in the class last time off a ground saving trip. Figures to protect position from here.

2 - Commander Hill

3 - Mr. Overbite - First time I've seen him in claimers - transitions out of Open ranks and should lure some respect.

4 - Andres Hanover

5 - The Devils Own N

6 - American Influence - Parlayed a pocket trip to victory last time for hot CC barn. As sharp as any.

7 - Sweet Sun Daze

8 - Task Bar Hanover

9th - NW6001L5, $8,500 Pace

Matt's Picks: 5-3-2

1 - Teton Sunset 

2 - Effingham - 3rd try off bench, was in a hot pace last time. Looking for early presence here.

3 - Bechers Brook A - Transitions out of claimers, one of classier rivals in field and was 2nd when last in at this level.

4 - Rocknroll Gold

5 - Mongolian Hero N - Descends from next level up, was favored with similar two starts back.

6 - Proper One

7 - Setting Sun

8 - Mudville

10th - $17,500 Claiming, $10,000 Pace

Matt's Picks: 5-3-1

1 - Southwind Mina - She was a good 2nd in the class on 9-4 but hasn't raced since.

2 - Bluffs Crush

3 - Candys Image Rocks - Fresh claim off another aggressive mile from post 8. Bids for 6th win of season.

4 - Major Escape

5 - Phils Sun - He's won 2 straight and in very good form since his return to action.

6 - Squinta A

7 - What About David

8 - Cheyenne Reijane

11th - NW3001L5, $5,000

Matt's Picks: 4-7-2

1 - Aidan

2 - Gimme Sunshine - Has been picking up checks with similar, drew into a great spot to remain close.

3- Moment To Shine

4 - Dislocator - Beaten chalk in his last but offered a solid mile off a pocket trip. Would give the edge here.

5 - Yankee Litigator

6 - Due West

7 - Imkeepnthisguy - May be class of the field, the 11-year-old drew into a much easier field.

8 - Run Around John

12th - NW 6, $11,500 Pace

Matt's Picks: 1-2-3

1 - Bridge Token - Scott-trainee wins the draw and looking to take advantage of easier split.

2 - Prayforthewicked - 2nd try off bench - 5-year-old looks to pick it up and should have position.

3 - Stakeholder - Has had a say in the pace in the last 4 starts, facing a class transition and is a bit of a wild card in the class.

4 - Step On Over

5 - Nottes Mist

6 - Intimidation

7 - The Will To Play

8 - Frivolous Appeal

13th - NW9001L5, $11,000

Matt's Picks: 2-1-6

1 - Moscow Mitch - Moves up off a win, typically loves to pass horses late and should close enough here to be in striking position.

2 - Bipbopnallie - Class of group has been facing much tougher rivals and last time he was in the class - he prevailed.

3 - Northwest Yankee

4 - First State Joni

5 - Bettor By Seaside

6 - Boston - Exits an overdue win 1 level down and that may be the confidence builder he needed.

7 - Bell's David

8 - Typhoon Stride N

14th - NW 9 Lt, $13,500 Pace

Matt's Picks: 3-6-7

1 - Divine Right

2 - Part Time Affair

3 - Live Love Lindy - 3 straight wins as this guy has been dynamite the entire meet and hard to go against here.

4 - Top Genius

5 - Ginger Tree Finny

6 - Terminator - Was 4th behind #3 last time, post is slightly better and this is his 3rd start back. Looking for more progression.

7 - Country Courtesy - He's had a productive season here for team Francis and is very good off the gate. He could be in play early.

8 - Ats Hanover

15th - NW6001L5, $8,500 Pace

Matt's Picks: 3-7-2

1 - In Thought

2 - Cocosfella A - Exits claimers, finds easier spot and should be close to the favorite here.

3 - Bodega Bay - Veteran has been chasing tougher - this is a promising spot for him as he looks to break recent dry spell.

4 - Mittnite Delight

5 - Can We Dance

6 - A Fearsome Hanover

7 - Balder Son - Class of the group but hasn't raced since 7-27. Watch the tote board for an early indicator.

8 - Bankin On Bomb

Tuesday September 26 2023

1st - FM NW 2

Matt's Picks: 3-1-6

1 - Fear Of Love - Held her own in a similar split last time. May be able to follow #3 here and that should give her every chance.

2 - I'm So Groovy

3 - Scarlet Moon - Big post relief tonight and is accustomed to showing speed in spots like this. Should be race to lose.

4 - Grin N Sin

5 - Woodmere Macarena

6 - Best Movie Ever - Broke maiden last time and debuts with NW 2. One of more consistent rivals in field.

7 - Mary Puffins

8 - Thats A Huge Beach

2nd - DSBF 2 YO Fillies

Matt's Picks: 1-5-4

1 - Nova's Baby Girl - Inexperienced field but she showed more than any other in field in that last start. One to beat.

2 - I Marvalous

3 - Venice Beauty

4 - Bad Nella Monella - 1st lifetime start off a pair of adequate qualifiers. Barn knows how to bring youngsters along.

5 - Classic Diamond - Wild card here that has been rough gaited early in career but certainly appears to have the talent if she behaves.

6 - Mochaccino

3rd - DSBF 2 YO Fillies

Matt's Picks: 4-6-5

1 - Sweet Bobbie Jo

2 - Salma

3 - Jim Bag

4 - Designs On You - Beaten chalk in an overnight last time but rallied in strong fashion. Looks like one to beat.

5 - Slipinsidewayz - 3rd career start - has shown some progress in limited action. Keep her on your radar as she's shown more than most in field.

6 - American Marvel - Runner up last time in a quality mile. Post puts her at a disadvantage.

4th - DSBF 2 YO Fillies

Matt's Picks: 1-5-3

1 - Curtsyforpurrseco - Prepped for this one very well off a nice overnight win. One to watch.

2 - Seemsalilsassy

3 - Makemymommaproud - Like #1, won her prep prior to this - drew into great spot to build on that momentum in 4th career start.

4 - Smalltown Bad Girl

5 - Bella's Dream - Runner up last start after showing good speed on 9-12, would use under the faves here.

6 - Jett Propelled

5th - FM Open

Matt's Picks: 6-8-3

1 - Shield Maiden

2 - Divine Deo

3 - Nikasa N - Riding a two race win streak as this mare has been on her game of late. May be a notch below the top ones in here but can contend for a share.

4 - Michelle's Jazz

5 - Tae

6 - Misty Coast - Was impressed with her last effort in what I'd call the best outing of her career. Give a serious look here.

7 - Feeling Sweet

8 - Best Head West - Razor sharp off a 3 race win streak. Brush and crush mile last tiem but has some work to do from here.

6th - FM NW 6001L5

Matt's Picks: 1-2-5

1 - Beth Dutton - Transitions out of NW 9, barn has been on a roll and this looks like a good spot for her to reverse recent dull form.

2 - Zipper Sweater - Thrives when close to the pace and gets a class drop here.

3 - Cinders Baby

4 - Sweet Bobbie

5 - Shipnstrol Hanover - Was the chalk last start in the class and offered a belated bid. Contender.

6 - Rockin Ellie

7 - Truth And Liberty

8 - Sea Princess

7th - FM NW 1

Matt's Picks: 1-4-8

1 - Transcending Favor - Newcomer won two in Iowa and its hard to gauge the competition but drew into a great spot for local debut.

2 - You Got This

3 - Lalakayes All In

4 - Fox Valley Janis - Improved in her last effort and looks to parlay that into more here.

5 - Mywayornoway

6 - She Is Risen

7 - Lilbit of Gossip

8 - Chatty Kathleen - Showed good speed in her last before yielding late. More proven recently than most in field.

8th - FM Claiming $12,500

Matt's Picks: 7-2-6

1 - I'm Done Talking

2 - Faithful Dawn - One of the more regular contenders in the class and landed post edge on the recent scourge in #7.

3 - Arkell

4 - Sweetest Angel

5 - Dee Dee Kay

6 - Whitehaven Beach - Prone to some quality finishes in the class but has not won since the spring.

7 - Woodmere Leah - Terrific form riding two straight wins and was full of pace to the wire in her last. Debuts for new barn.

8 - Red Dawn

9th - FM NW 2 - $7,500

Matt's Picks:1-2-7

1 - Wickedly Sinful - Seems to be acclimating well to the states, looks for 3rd straight on the ticket finish.

2 - Burnin Roses - Competitive in all recent starts but hasn't won since the spring.

3 - Spicy Tuna

4 - Missstarofnova

5 - Holymotherofmoses

6 - Kims Secret Search

7 - Ms Liz C - Big rally via 3-wide charge in her last. Let's see if she can build on that one here.

8 - Direct Mist

10th - $12,500 FM Claiming

Matt's Picks: 8-4-2

1 - Mittaroniandcheese

2 - Better Sing It - In very good form for team Baker but has gone a long time between wins. Has post edge on main contenders.

3 - Prime Power

4 - Mc Kella - Finished right behind #2 in her last, she was favored in that start and has a blowout win here on 8-22.

5 - Somara

6 - Tootsy Rolls Quick

7 - Jeansnjellybeans

8 - Stay Safe - Got it done from an outside post last time, needs trip here.

11th - NW4501L5 

Matt's Picks: 3-1-2

1 - Major Key - Wired the bottom group last time and looking to ascend here. Hard to dismiss from here and an aggressive attempt is probably on tap.

2 - Twist Knot - Showed some life in his last and draws much better now with a few recent starts under his belt. Should have more presence here.

3 - Under Contract - One of classier foes in field, he's been competitive recently with similar and contending for a share of the bottom of the ticket.

4 - Mister Indiana

5 - Hiro Knockout

6 - P L Leeroy

7 - D Day Hill

8 - Beach Demon

12th - FM NW 6 - $11,500

Matt's Picks: 2-4-1

1 - Giggles N Wiggles - Just missed last time vs. #2, lands in prime position to contend again.

2 - Always A Dancer - Big trip to prevail for the 2nd time in 3 starts. One to beat.

3 - Sanders Hanover

4 - Shear Magic - On her game with 3 recent wins here and blew away a lesser split last time.

5 - Premier Tess

6 - Fifth Fav

7 - Harper Seelster

8 - Little Cindy Lou

13th - FMNW12501L5

Matt's Picks: 3-2-1

1 - Spellcheck Hanover - Top barn trainee transitions out of NW 9, lands inside draw and should have presence here.

2 - Baby Bonita - Test for class but she has elevated her game in the last two and the draw is a big plus.

3 - My Kiwi Lady N - Thought she'd be a bit better last start as a beaten chalk. Rebound attempt here.

4 - Backwater Belle

5 - A Rocknroll Bus

6 - In And Out Again

7 - Western Secret A

8 - Sweet Sweet Connie

14th - FM NW 4 

Matt's Picks: 2-3-8

1 - C Diddys Gal

2 - Anne Boleyn - Barn has been on the upswing of late and this mare rallied smartly on 9-19 at a big price.

3 - Itsonlyupfromhere - In very good form for team Francis and has been no worse than 2nd in last 3 starts here.

4 - Baltimore Beauty

5 - West River Glo

6 - Having a Party

7 - Sichuan

8 - Spys Last Game - Blew away rivals last time from the rail, outer rail makes it a lot tougher but she has our attention.

15th - FMNW5101L5

Matt's Picks: 2-1-8

1 - Just Call Me Song - Picked up a check on 9-5, that was. vs. arguably tougher and looking for her to sit close here and hold ground.

2 - Gaitway Gal - Clear one to beat but was disappointing in her last. If she's on her game this week, it should be an easy win.

3 - Granttwentythree

4 - Margin Of Error

5 - Althea

6 - Shes Got the Lynx

7 - Boom Sauce

8 - Sweet Violets - Had an easy win two starts back with these, draw is a big concern but is one of more accomplished in field.

Wednesday September 27

1st Race : Nw 1 Pace $6,500

Matt's Picks: 6-7-8

1 - Dude Wheres Mycard

2 - Eddies Crusade

3 - Miki Is All In

4 - Tucker

5 - Buttermilk Bizcuts

6 - Twin B Player - Newcomer for Gray - comes from Canada off a half-mile line. Post edge on some key contenders on the outside.

7 - Lyons Treacherous - Showed speed in in his local debut before being reeled in late. May flash speed from here.

8 - Speedfest - Beaten a length in his second qualifier off a very good effort. Appears to have ample ability.

2 - DSBF 2 YO Fillies Trot

Matt's Picks: 1-3-2

1 - Marino's Prize - She looked very good in her one start on a slower half-mile at Monticello. Clearly the one to beat but we know 2-year-olds are unpredictable.

2 - Luvyas Nugget - Another EL Platinum filly, like #1, first time starter whose last qualifier was encouraging.

3 - Glide Along - Won her last two qualifiers, this barn has been very successful with DSBF types.

4 - La Bella Mondello

5 - Wolfpack Wilma

6 - Laurie'sshappylinsy

3rd -DSBF 2 YO Fillies

Matt's Picks: 3-6-4

1 - Kat's Kopy

2 - Starfish

3 - Daburg - Couldn't have looked better in her debut. Catch her if you can!

4 - De Platinum - 2nd career start, making progress and would use under #3.

5 - Platinum Blue

6 - Going Platinum - Beaten chalk in her 9-20 mile but it was a solid effort and this barn is very good with young trotters.

4th - DSBF 2 YO C&G

Matt's Picks: 3-4-1

1 - Portnoy - 3rd career start, managed a check in a DSBF eligible race last time. Looking for progression here.

2 - Run It Up Rosco

3 - LG's Jaxon - He's shown some "go" in his limited qualifying attempts but also has the propensity for breaks. Tough call. 

4 - Ronnie Ridge - Good local debut here on 9-13 for Kirby, may be more reliable than #3 but these youngsters are wildly unpredictable.

5 - Bonnies Blue Rock

5th - DSBF 2 YO Fillies

Matt's Picks: 3-6-4

1 - Throwing Stones

2 - Gavelhigh

3 - Lovie's Place - Made up lots of ground in last qualifier. If she can avoid a miscue here, this one should be a major player.

4 - Pickin Lilies - 1st timer qualified better for team Stafford on 9-20. An Iron Mine Bucky filly looking to make a splash here.

5 - Platinum Proposal

6 - Rip Away - Her two qualifiers were adequate. Stayed flat in both and CP barn is very good with these youngsters.

6th - DSBF 2 Yo C&G

Matt's Picks: 3-4-6

1 - Trout Master

2 - Pretty Two

3 - LG's Bluestone - His last race is among the most impressive of all the 2-year-olds. He's been good gaited thus far and appears more polished and further along than the rest at this point.

4 - Its Oliver Now - Runner up to #3 last time and did finish in strong fashion. Great race to build on.

5 - Royal Beep Beep

6 - Pulsator - Qualified very good for KV in both morning efforts. Gets litmus test here and the draw is not ideal.

7th - Open Trot

Matt's Picks: 8-6-7

1 - Max's Beast

2 - Quiksilvr Blue Chip

3 - Not For Moni

4 - Secret Jet

5 - Great Unknown

6 - Fifty Ways - Quietly has been in very good form of late and his last two races are among the best in the field outside of #8.

7 - Judge Bob - Quality veteran comes off an easy win at RCR. This is certainly tougher but he's held his own here in the past.

8 - Star Razor -  Two straight dominant wins has this guy regaining top form. Worried about the draw but he's one to watch.

8th - NW 2 - $7,500

Matt's Picks: 5-2-1

1 - Dab Me Up - His gate speed and post combo are tough to overlook. Should protect position here and receive a live trip.

2 - Badlands Casino - Runner up of a pocket trip last time - should be in the hunt from here.

3 - Real Thing

4 - He's A Savage

5 - Lazabest - Kicked home well in his last few races and appears to be on the improve. The lone 2-year-old in field looks to be the most talented.

6 - Handsome Spin

7 - Billy Be Good

8 - Double Bags

9th - NW5001L5 

Matt's Picks: 1-2-3

1 - Ragtime Hanover - Much improved draw as he lands in a great spot to reverse recent dull form spree.

2 - Miracle De Vie - Descends in class and has every reason to step up here - aiming for 4th win of season.

3 - Kims Command - Transitions out of NW 5 - has struggled this year but this is likely an easier grouping for the 5-year-old.

4 - Freedom Express

5 - Alabama Tender

6 - Checkmate

7 - Hehehaha

8 - Monarch

10th - $7,500 Claiming

Matt's Picks: 3-4-1

1 - Sweet Lil - Camera shy but competitive, this 6-year-old has been putting in quality miles with better of late.

2 - Bonitas Sunshine

3 - Prince Clyde - Late bid came up just short last time vs. #4 - looks to turn the tables now.

4 - Treys Charlie - Debuts for new barn riding a 2 race win streak and is the likely chalk.

5 - Whats His Is Mine

6 - Ideal Flip

7 - Dojea Solo

8 - Im A Director N

11th - NW 2 

Matt's Picks: 6-7-4

1 - Nina Hanover

2 - Pink Visor

3 - Excuse My Beauty

4 - Miss Class - Qualified extremely well and lands post edge on some likely contenders.

5 - Hespookshescores

6 - Beshear - Newcomer debuts for JC barn and has shown some good big track miles in Canada. If he can acclimate early here, looks to be the best.

7 - Lilmisswontbewrong - Back off a short layoff - qualifier was solid and she can leave the gate very well.

8 - Last Nights Hit

12th - NW 9001L5 

Matt's Picks: 5-1-2

1 - Ginger Tree Skyr - Had a lot of work to do late last time but starts in a great spot tonight and will likely have more presence early.

2 - Chief Justice - Two straight wins and now gets a test for class but seems ready to make an impact.

3 - Vlahos

4 - Tony Soprano

5 - Oh Boy - Class of the group is down from YR and debuts for new barn. Off since 8-31 so there is some uncertainty here but hard to ignore resume.

6 - Poets N Pirates

7 - Stealing

8 - Fashion Hall

13th - NW 9 LT

Matt's Picks: 1-2-8

1 - Big Daddy D - Has a knack for drawing well - aims for 4th win of meet and has been in top form.

2 - Nomophobia - Runner up last time in 1st try back - looking for progression here.

3 - Bluestone Jackson

4 - Gooville

5 - I Have A Dream

6 - Primo Vomo

7 - Canoe Trip

8 - Every Day Dan - Won 2 straight impressively and appears to have plenty of clout. Can he overcome draw here?

14th - NW7001L5

Matt's Picks: 2-6-1

1 - Hatikvah - Regressed a bit this season from where we've seen him but comes back to former trainer who did well with him in the past.

2 - Need Luck N - Rallied well last time and that's a positive sign. 10-year-old is Open capable when on his game but is an erratic sort.

3 - Spee Club

4 - Trixar

5 - SS Tys A Flyin

6 - Johnny Ping - Kicked home well off a 3 wide rally last time. He hasn't won since early part of year but seems to be on the upswing.

7 - Capstone

8 - Cantabs Master

15th - NW 5 

Matt's Picks: 4-5-6

1 - Quarantine Crisis

2 - Dwight Hanover

3 - Willas win

4 - Kodack Black - He's in top form riding a 3 race win streak and I think this division is easier than last week. 

5 - Talkin Bout You - Showed speed before yielding late in his last, contender for the minors under #4.

6 - Mr. Knowitall - Newcomer sports some solid big track tries - debuts for JW barn here.

7 - Just Moni

8 - Chief Ring Master