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AS PROMISED: A VALUE LINE SPREADSHEET #DRFPOD

Posted on April 23, 2015 by PTF

This is just a quick and dirty version but should help you get started. It is set up for a 20 horse field but can be adjusted for lower according the instructions on the sheet. Have a look and hit … Continue reading →

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Current NHC Betting Odds

Posted on January 17, 2015 by PTF

If you’re curious about the Opening Lines for the NHC Future Wager at Treasure Island, check out this PDF: NHCCurrentLines

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full BCBC leaderboard after day one

Posted on November 1, 2014 by PTF

2014 Breeders’ Cup Betting Challenge Unofficial Standings on Day 1 After Race 10** Name Score NHC 1 Ming Meyer $28,397.00 2 Michael Reyes $24,820.00 3 Chris Savage $24,100.80 4 Jeff Komins $19,160.00 5 Robert Traynor $18,976.00 6 George Chute $17,227.40 … Continue reading →

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Saratoga Opening Day: Christmas Morning Sucks Compared to This

Posted on July 18, 2014 by PTF

When the weather is like this, Opening Day Saratoga is not like Christmas morning – Christmas morning sucks compared to this. . . Things are going to look a little different around here this summer. As many of you know, … Continue reading →

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Derby Day 2014 (and an excerpt from the forthcoming book Brooklyn Spirits)

Posted on May 2, 2014 by PTF

You know the blog isn’t what it used it to be when I go from Breeders’ Cup to Derby Day without posting. . .but I have a good excuse I swear. And, no, I’m not blaming baby Perrin: As many … Continue reading →

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BREEDERS’ CUP SATURDAY

Posted on November 2, 2013 by PTF

I’ll take a look at each race in terms of who I like is A-level contenders for Pick 4s and such and also mention some interesting longshots where appropriate. Click through for my At The Races analysis (and please do … Continue reading →

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BREEDERS’ CUP FRIDAY

Posted on November 1, 2013 by PTF

Click here to read my various thoughts on thirty of the runners in the Breeders’ Cup over on the At The Races website — special thanks to Steven “Faller” Bonnick for his contributions. I was also happy to help out … Continue reading →

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GUEST POST ON ASCOT CHAMPIONS DAY BY STEVEN BONNICK

Posted on October 19, 2013 by PTF

An excellent card, but most of the races make little appeal as betting contests.  The exceptions are below: Qipco British Champions Long Distance Cup The question in the opening staying event is what can beat Estimate?  Sir Michael Stoute’s filly … Continue reading →

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PUT IT IN THE BOOK! My interview with Howie Rose

Posted on October 16, 2013 by PTF

I wanted to do a quick post to share links to an something I’m proud of — my debut piece for Don McGee’s MIXED BAG on WFUV, an interview with Mets announcer Howie Rose that includes music! I hope to … Continue reading →

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GUEST POST BY STEVEN BONNICK: 2013 Prix de ‘Arc de Triomphe Preview

Posted on October 6, 2013 by PTF

After last year’s deeply unsatisfactory renewal – where heavy, borderline untraceable ground rendered previous form worthless and a freak result occurred – it is something of a relief that the going for the 2013 Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe should … Continue reading →

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