Race Analysis
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