AQUEDUCT

Martha’s Mandate: Raced seven lengths behind after a half-mile, angled out for drive, rallied from fourth to make up 4 ½ lengths in stretch and lost by a neck at six furlongs on Jan. 25; ran final quarter in 24 2/5.

Double Down Vinman: Bumped after break, raced seventh early, advanced to fourth more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied inside to make up more than 4 ½ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a half-length at six furlongs on a sealed sloppy surface Jan. 11; ran final quarter in 24 4/5.

Kat’s Mystery: Bumped after break, trailed early, advanced from ninth to sixth more than 4 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came wide into stretch losing ground, closed well to make up 7 ¼ lengths and finished third beaten a neck and three-quarters of a length at six furlongs on Jan. 6. (Contested pace from outside, went to lead by a half-length after a half-mile, responded when roused in stretch and drew off to win by 2 ¼ lengths at six furlongs on Jan. 24.)

Borrowing Base: Raced 3 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, gained second in stretch, but weakened and finished third at 1 ¼ miles on Dec. 15. (Bumped after break, raced fifth early, dropped to sixth more than 3 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, lost ground entering stretch and finished third at a mile and 70 yards on Jan. 9.)

DELTA DOWNS

Honor Jones: Raced 8 ½ lengths behind in sixth after a half-mile, went four wide on far turn, closed well to fourth in stretch, made up 3 ¾ lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length at a mile and 70 yards on Dec. 16 at Sam Houston Race Park. (Trailed by more that seven lengths after a half-mile, moved up from sixth to third around far turn, dueled down the stretch and won by a neck at a mile on Jan. 17.)

FAIR GROUNDS

Iron Works Pike: Brushed on both sides at break, raced third early, dropped to fourth more than 2 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied outside from third in stretch, made up three lengths and finished second by five lengths at six furlongs on Jan. 21.

Rose Medallion: Broke last, trailed in eighth by 9 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came inside around far turn, closed determinedly from sixth outside to make up more than 2 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a neck at about 1 1/16 miles on the turf Jan. 6.

Hallway: Raced eighth more than 3 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, steadied before drive, lost ground, awaited room in stretch, closed determinedly from seventh to make up more than 1 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a neck at about a mile on the turf Jan. 5.

Kindling: Raced ninth early, dropped to 10th and last more than 12 lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile, rallied late from ninth to make up more than 7 ½ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a half-length at 5 ½ furlongs on the turf Dec. 6. (Raced inside 4 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, moved outside for drive, closed gamely to make up 2 ½ lengths in stretch and finished third at about 5 ½ furlongs on the turf Jan. 12.)

GULFSTREAM PARK

Heavenly Answer: Raced more than four lengths behind in eighth after a half-mile, steadied on far turn to avoid fading rival and rallied to finish third by a neck at 1 1/6 miles on Jan. 25; ran final 2 ½ furlongs in 30.

Colorful Judgement: Checked in tight quarters breaking last in tight quarters at start, raced 10th more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, closed well from fourth in stretch to make up more than 2 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a length at 1 1/16 miles on the turf Jan. 10.

Universe: Stalked pace three wide two lengths behind in third after a half-mile, lost ground to fourth in stretch, rallied wide to make up two lengths and finished third beaten a half-length at 1 1/16 miles on the turf Jan. 9.

Lady Byar: Trailed in eighth more than 11 lengths behind after a half-mile, angled out in stretch from fifth, finished full of run to make up 5 ½ lengths and ran second beaten a nose at seven furlongs on Jan. 9; ran final three furlongs in 36 3/8.

Identical: Raced fifth more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, eased outside leaders leaving turn, lost ground, rallied later to make up nearly 3 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a nose at a mile on Jan. 3. (Tracked pace in third more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, took over on far turn and drew off under a vigorous hand ride to win by 6 ½ lengths at a mile on Jan. 25.)

LAUREL PARK

Coal Valley: Trailed early in seventh, advanced to sixth more than 9 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, made up more than 6 ¾ lengths in stretch and finished second by a neck at six furlongs on Jan. 24; ran final quarter in 24 2/5.

Imperturbable: Broke last, advanced to ninth more than 12 lengths behind after a half-mile, swung very wide in mid-stretch, rallied from seventh to up more than 5 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a length at seven furlongs on Jan. 10; ran final eighth in 12 4/5.

Casual: Raced four lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, angled out five wide advancing to third in stretch and won by a half-length at six furlongs on Jan. 1 at Laurel Park. (Pressed pace early in third, grabbed lead by a half-length by the half-mile pole and drew off by 6 ¼ lengths after being roused sharply at six furlongs on a sealed sloppy surface Jan. 14.)

Helen Says: Grabbed lead by a half-length after a half-mile, moved clear leaving the fife-sixteenths pole and drew off by 10 ¾ lengths under a tight right-handed drive at seven furlongs on a sealed muddy track in the rain on Dec. 26; returned $12.60 to win and $8 to place. (Chased pace in third while saving ground, advanced to second in stretch, weakened and finished third at seven furlongs on Jan. 26.)

Baseball Diamond: Dueled early, led by a head after a half-mile, battled in upper stretch and weakened to third at seven furlongs on Dec. 15. (Raced third early, dropped to fourth three lengths behind after a half-mile and rallied inside to gain second by a neck at seven furlongs on Jan. 3.)

OAKLAWN PARK

Chin High: Broke 11th and last, trailed by more than 16 lengths after a half-mile, rallied four wide into the lane, made up 4 ½ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a half-length at 1 1/6 miles on Jan. 21.

PHILADELPHIA PARK

Jorkat Slew: Broke 10th and last, raced ninth early, dropped to 10th more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, lost ground advancing to fourth in stretch, closed with good energy inside to make up 7 ¼ lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length at 6 ½ furlongs on Jan. 23.

Frenchburg: Broke from outside post, raced more than six lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, advanced to fourth along rail in stretch, closed to make up nearly 4 ½ length and finished third beaten a head and a neck at 6 ½ furlongs on Jan. 8. (Raced fifth more than five lengths behind after a half-mile, raced wide on turn into stretch, rallied from second and drew off to win by 3 ¾ lengths at seven furlongs on Jan. 23; returned $14.20 on front end.)

Graded by Results: Raced fourth more than 2 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, closed fast to make up more than 4 ¼ lengths in stretch and finished third beaten a nose and a neck at six furlongs on Dec. 4. (Raced fifth more than four lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to second in stretch and ran down leader to prevail by three-quarters of a length at 6 ½ furlongs on Jan. 23.)

SAM HOUSTON RACE PARK

Spending Time: Bumped at break, checked early, advanced from 12th and last to eighth more than 5 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, raced very wide on turn, rallied to make up 3 ¼ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten 1 ¼ lengths at six furlongs on Jan. 20.

Nasheet: Jostled with third-place finisher at start, raced three wide into first turn, was more than three lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, closed well to make up three lengths and finished second beaten a neck at a mile on the turf Jan. 6.

Susies Cameo Girl: Jostled at start, raced third early, dropped to fourth more than three lengths behind after a half-mile, shifted three wide midway through far turn, rallied to make up 3 ½ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a length at a mile on Jan. 5.

SANTA ANITA

Smart Hit: Raced eighth more than 9 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came out on turn, rallied from sixth to second in stretch, made up three lengths and gained second by a length at 6 ½ furlongs on Jan. 21.

Mostacolli Mort: Stalked pace inside four lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, came out in upper stretch to make up more than 1 ½ lengths and finished willingly to run second beaten a nose at 1 1/8 miles on the turf Jan. 11.

Adarlyn Cat: Broke from outside 12 post, raced more than 7 ½ lengths behind in ninth after three-eighth of a mile, steadied in tight entering turn, came three deep to eighth in stretch, angled out, closed gamely to make up 4 ¾ lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length at 5 ½ furlongs Jan. 10.

Unbidable: Raced outside between rivals early in eighth, moved closer to rail in fifth six lengths behind after a half-mile, forced out some into turn, came three deep into stretch, rallied to make up more than 2 ¼ lengths and finished third beaten a neck and a nose at six furlongs on Jan. 4; ran final quarter in 24 1/5.

Your Quote: Broke next to last, in tight early in sixth, dropped to seventh more than six lengths behind after a half-mile, raced four wide leaving backstretch, came three deep into stretch losing ground, rallied to make up more than four lengths and finished third beaten two lengths at six furlongs on Dec. 28.

Dirty Dish Mitch: Steadied into the first turn, raced fourth more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to second after six furlongs, took lead in stretch and kicked clear under a steady hand ride to win by 8 ¼ lengths at 1 1/16 mile on Dec. 6 at Hollywood Park. (Stalked pace in third more than two lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to second in stretch and held place by three-quarters of a length at seven furlongs on Dec. 26; returned $7.80 for second.)

TURFWAY PARK

Pennyroyal: Sprinted clear by five lengths after a half-mile, set pace, drew off in stretch under mild urging and won by 10 lengths ridden out at six furlongs on Jan. 18.

Clearly Best: Raced sixth early, dropped to seventh more than 10 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced from fifth three wide on far turn to third in stretch, made up 4 ½ lengths and closed willingly to finish second beaten two lengths at a mile on Jan. 10.

Budge Man: Broke last, raced eighth more than 10 lengths behind after a half-mile, split rivals late on far turn to reach sixth, angled out for drive, closed fast from fourth to make up seven lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a half-length at a mile on Jan. 5. (Raced ninth early, dropped to 10th and last after a half-mile, advanced five wide from sixth on far turn and closed well to win by two lengths at 11 1/16 miles on Jan. 26.)

Dixie Decision: Raced 2 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, moved between horses around far turn to reach contention, rallied clear in stretch to gain lead by a half-length and won by three-quarters of a length at a mile on Dec. 8; returned $10 on front end. (Raced 2 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, bounced around between rivals midway through far turn losing ground to fifth, closed willingly from fourth in stretch and prevailed by a half-length at a mile on Jan. 9.)

TURF PARADISE

David’s Pride: Raced 4 ½ lengths behind in fifth after three-eights of a mile, saved ground entering stretch, finished well making up more than 4 ¼ lengths and finished second beaten a neck at 5 ½ furlongs on Jan. 23.

Moody Rythum: Broke next to last, raced 10th more than 8 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came wide into the lane, made up more than 2 ¼ lengths in stretch and finished well to gain second by four lengths at 6 ½ furlongs on Dec. 27. (Jostled repeatedly at start, raced seventh more than 5 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came six wide into stretch and rallied from fifth to gain second by 1 ¾ lengths at 6 ½ furlongs on Jan. 12.)

Skycloud: Broke outward, bumped at start, gained late in stretch and finished dead-heated for second beaten 1 ½ lengths at 5 ½ furlongs on Dec. 15. (Raced sixth more than seven lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile, moved out for clear sailing in upper stretch and rallied from third to win by a half-length at 5 ½ furlongs on Jan. 25.)

Danceafunnymile: Raced eight lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, eased out in stretch while racing greenly, finished well making up more than 3 ½ lengths and ran second beaten a half-length at six furlongs on Dec. 7.

Mo Jo Annie: Broke outward, bumped, raced fifth more than 9 ½ lengths back after a half-mile, advanced to fourth in stretch and finished gamely to gain second by a nose at six furlongs on a sealed sloppy surface Jan. 7. (Bumped at break, trailed early, raced sixth more than 9 ½ lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile and finished third at 5 ½ furlongs on Jan. 23; was advanced to second after rival was disqualified and placed fifth for interference in drive.)

AQUEDUCT

Martha’s Mandate: Raced seven lengths behind after a half-mile, angled out for drive, rallied from fourth to make up 4 ½ lengths in stretch and lost by a neck at six furlongs on Jan. 25; ran final quarter in 24 2/5.

Double Down Vinman: Bumped after break, raced seventh early, advanced to fourth more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied inside to make up more than 4 ½ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a half-length at six furlongs on a sealed sloppy surface Jan. 11; ran final quarter in 24 4/5.

Kat’s Mystery: Bumped after break, trailed early, advanced from ninth to sixth more than 4 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came wide into stretch losing ground, closed well to make up 7 ¼ lengths and finished third beaten a neck and three-quarters of a length at six furlongs on Jan. 6. (Contested pace from outside, went to lead by a half-length after a half-mile, responded when roused in stretch and drew off to win by 2 ¼ lengths at six furlongs on Jan. 24.)

Borrowing Base: Raced 3 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, gained second in stretch, but weakened and finished third at 1 ¼ miles on Dec. 15. (Bumped after break, raced fifth early, dropped to sixth more than 3 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, lost ground entering stretch and finished third at a mile and 70 yards on Jan. 9.)

DELTA DOWNS

Honor Jones: Raced 8 ½ lengths behind in sixth after a half-mile, went four wide on far turn, closed well to fourth in stretch, made up 3 ¾ lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length at a mile and 70 yards on Dec. 16 at Sam Houston Race Park. (Trailed by more that seven lengths after a half-mile, moved up from sixth to third around far turn, dueled down the stretch and won by a neck at a mile on Jan. 17.)

FAIR GROUNDS

Iron Works Pike: Brushed on both sides at break, raced third early, dropped to fourth more than 2 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied outside from third in stretch, made up three lengths and finished second by five lengths at six furlongs on Jan. 21.

Rose Medallion: Broke last, trailed in eighth by 9 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came inside around far turn, closed determinedly from sixth outside to make up more than 2 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a neck at about 1 1/16 miles on the turf Jan. 6.

Hallway: Raced eighth more than 3 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, steadied before drive, lost ground, awaited room in stretch, closed determinedly from seventh to make up more than 1 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a neck at about a mile on the turf Jan. 5.

Kindling: Raced ninth early, dropped to 10th and last more than 12 lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile, rallied late from ninth to make up more than 7 ½ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a half-length at 5 ½ furlongs on the turf Dec. 6. (Raced inside 4 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, moved outside for drive, closed gamely to make up 2 ½ lengths in stretch and finished third at about 5 ½ furlongs on the turf Jan. 12.)

GULFSTREAM PARK

Heavenly Answer: Raced more than four lengths behind in eighth after a half-mile, steadied on far turn to avoid fading rival and rallied to finish third by a neck at 1 1/6 miles on Jan. 25; ran final 2 ½ furlongs in 30.

Colorful Judgement: Checked in tight quarters breaking last in tight quarters at start, raced 10th more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, closed well from fourth in stretch to make up more than 2 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a length at 1 1/16 miles on the turf Jan. 10.

Universe: Stalked pace three wide two lengths behind in third after a half-mile, lost ground to fourth in stretch, rallied wide to make up two lengths and finished third beaten a half-length at 1 1/16 miles on the turf Jan. 9.

Lady Byar: Trailed in eighth more than 11 lengths behind after a half-mile, angled out in stretch from fifth, finished full of run to make up 5 ½ lengths and ran second beaten a nose at seven furlongs on Jan. 9; ran final three furlongs in 36 3/8.

Identical: Raced fifth more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, eased outside leaders leaving turn, lost ground, rallied later to make up nearly 3 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a nose at a mile on Jan. 3. (Tracked pace in third more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, took over on far turn and drew off under a vigorous hand ride to win by 6 ½ lengths at a mile on Jan. 25.)

LAUREL PARK

Coal Valley: Trailed early in seventh, advanced to sixth more than 9 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, made up more than 6 ¾ lengths in stretch and finished second by a neck at six furlongs on Jan. 24; ran final quarter in 24 2/5.

Imperturbable: Broke last, advanced to ninth more than 12 lengths behind after a half-mile, swung very wide in mid-stretch, rallied from seventh to up more than 5 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a length at seven furlongs on Jan. 10; ran final eighth in 12 4/5.

Casual: Raced four lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, angled out five wide advancing to third in stretch and won by a half-length at six furlongs on Jan. 1 at Laurel Park. (Pressed pace early in third, grabbed lead by a half-length by the half-mile pole and drew off by 6 ¼ lengths after being roused sharply at six furlongs on a sealed sloppy surface Jan. 14.)

Helen Says: Grabbed lead by a half-length after a half-mile, moved clear leaving the fife-sixteenths pole and drew off by 10 ¾ lengths under a tight right-handed drive at seven furlongs on a sealed muddy track in the rain on Dec. 26; returned $12.60 to win and $8 to place. (Chased pace in third while saving ground, advanced to second in stretch, weakened and finished third at seven furlongs on Jan. 26.)

Baseball Diamond: Dueled early, led by a head after a half-mile, battled in upper stretch and weakened to third at seven furlongs on Dec. 15. (Raced third early, dropped to fourth three lengths behind after a half-mile and rallied inside to gain second by a neck at seven furlongs on Jan. 3.)

OAKLAWN PARK

Chin High: Broke 11th and last, trailed by more than 16 lengths after a half-mile, rallied four wide into the lane, made up 4 ½ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a half-length at 1 1/6 miles on Jan. 21.

PHILADELPHIA PARK

Jorkat Slew: Broke 10th and last, raced ninth early, dropped to 10th more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, lost ground advancing to fourth in stretch, closed with good energy inside to make up 7 ¼ lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length at 6 ½ furlongs on Jan. 23.

Frenchburg: Broke from outside post, raced more than six lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, advanced to fourth along rail in stretch, closed to make up nearly 4 ½ length and finished third beaten a head and a neck at 6 ½ furlongs on Jan. 8. (Raced fifth more than five lengths behind after a half-mile, raced wide on turn into stretch, rallied from second and drew off to win by 3 ¾ lengths at seven furlongs on Jan. 23; returned $14.20 on front end.)

Graded by Results: Raced fourth more than 2 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, closed fast to make up more than 4 ¼ lengths in stretch and finished third beaten a nose and a neck at six furlongs on Dec. 4. (Raced fifth more than four lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to second in stretch and ran down leader to prevail by three-quarters of a length at 6 ½ furlongs on Jan. 23.)

SAM HOUSTON RACE PARK

Spending Time: Bumped at break, checked early, advanced from 12th and last to eighth more than 5 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, raced very wide on turn, rallied to make up 3 ¼ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten 1 ¼ lengths at six furlongs on Jan. 20.

Nasheet: Jostled with third-place finisher at start, raced three wide into first turn, was more than three lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, closed well to make up three lengths and finished second beaten a neck at a mile on the turf Jan. 6.

Susies Cameo Girl: Jostled at start, raced third early, dropped to fourth more than three lengths behind after a half-mile, shifted three wide midway through far turn, rallied to make up 3 ½ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a length at a mile on Jan. 5.

SANTA ANITA

Smart Hit: Raced eighth more than 9 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came out on turn, rallied from sixth to second in stretch, made up three lengths and gained second by a length at 6 ½ furlongs on Jan. 21.

Mostacolli Mort: Stalked pace inside four lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, came out in upper stretch to make up more than 1 ½ lengths and finished willingly to run second beaten a nose at 1 1/8 miles on the turf Jan. 11.

Adarlyn Cat: Broke from outside 12 post, raced more than 7 ½ lengths behind in ninth after three-eighth of a mile, steadied in tight entering turn, came three deep to eighth in stretch, angled out, closed gamely to make up 4 ¾ lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length at 5 ½ furlongs Jan. 10.

Unbidable: Raced outside between rivals early in eighth, moved closer to rail in fifth six lengths behind after a half-mile, forced out some into turn, came three deep into stretch, rallied to make up more than 2 ¼ lengths and finished third beaten a neck and a nose at six furlongs on Jan. 4; ran final quarter in 24 1/5.

Your Quote: Broke next to last, in tight early in sixth, dropped to seventh more than six lengths behind after a half-mile, raced four wide leaving backstretch, came three deep into stretch losing ground, rallied to make up more than four lengths and finished third beaten two lengths at six furlongs on Dec. 28.

Dirty Dish Mitch: Steadied into the first turn, raced fourth more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to second after six furlongs, took lead in stretch and kicked clear under a steady hand ride to win by 8 ¼ lengths at 1 1/16 mile on Dec. 6 at Hollywood Park. (Stalked pace in third more than two lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to second in stretch and held place by three-quarters of a length at seven furlongs on Dec. 26; returned $7.80 for second.)

TURFWAY PARK

Pennyroyal: Sprinted clear by five lengths after a half-mile, set pace, drew off in stretch under mild urging and won by 10 lengths ridden out at six furlongs on Jan. 18.

Clearly Best: Raced sixth early, dropped to seventh more than 10 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced from fifth three wide on far turn to third in stretch, made up 4 ½ lengths and closed willingly to finish second beaten two lengths at a mile on Jan. 10.

Budge Man: Broke last, raced eighth more than 10 lengths behind after a half-mile, split rivals late on far turn to reach sixth, angled out for drive, closed fast from fourth to make up seven lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a half-length at a mile on Jan. 5. (Raced ninth early, dropped to 10th and last after a half-mile, advanced five wide from sixth on far turn and closed well to win by two lengths at 11 1/16 miles on Jan. 26.)

Dixie Decision: Raced 2 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, moved between horses around far turn to reach contention, rallied clear in stretch to gain lead by a half-length and won by three-quarters of a length at a mile on Dec. 8; returned $10 on front end. (Raced 2 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, bounced around between rivals midway through far turn losing ground to fifth, closed willingly from fourth in stretch and prevailed by a half-length at a mile on Jan. 9.)

TURF PARADISE

David’s Pride: Raced 4 ½ lengths behind in fifth after three-eights of a mile, saved ground entering stretch, finished well making up more than 4 ¼ lengths and finished second beaten a neck at 5 ½ furlongs on Jan. 23.

Moody Rythum: Broke next to last, raced 10th more than 8 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came wide into the lane, made up more than 2 ¼ lengths in stretch and finished well to gain second by four lengths at 6 ½ furlongs on Dec. 27. (Jostled repeatedly at start, raced seventh more than 5 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came six wide into stretch and rallied from fifth to gain second by 1 ¾ lengths at 6 ½ furlongs on Jan. 12.)

Skycloud: Broke outward, bumped at start, gained late in stretch and finished dead-heated for second beaten 1 ½ lengths at 5 ½ furlongs on Dec. 15. (Raced sixth more than seven lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile, moved out for clear sailing in upper stretch and rallied from third to win by a half-length at 5 ½ furlongs on Jan. 25.)

Danceafunnymile: Raced eight lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, eased out in stretch while racing greenly, finished well making up more than 3 ½ lengths and ran second beaten a half-length at six furlongs on Dec. 7.

Mo Jo Annie: Broke outward, bumped, raced fifth more than 9 ½ lengths back after a half-mile, advanced to fourth in stretch and finished gamely to gain second by a nose at six furlongs on a sealed sloppy surface Jan. 7. (Bumped at break, trailed early, raced sixth more than 9 ½ lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile and finished third at 5 ½ furlongs on Jan. 23; was advanced to second after rival was disqualified and placed fifth for interference in drive.)

By BookMaker Racebook

WESLEY SNIPES CAN BEAT UP EVERYONE EXCEPT UNCLE SAM

BetCRIS.com Posts Odds on Wesley Snipes’ Tax Fraud Trial

January 21, New York – As 45-year-old actor Wesley Snipes’ sits in a court room chair facing tax fraud, conspiracy and willful failure to file tax returns, the next 16 years of his life could soon be predetermined.

Like most celebrities that find themselves in “sticky situations,” Snipes is claiming that he fell victim to poor advice provided by his two co-defendants, Eddie Ray Kahn and Douglas Rosile.  Of course, this claim was quickly overshadowed by Kenneth Starr, head of New York-based Starr and Co., who testified last Thursday that he tried to persuade Snipes to pay his taxes in a 90-minute telephone conversation in 2000.

As the Snipes trial continues, BetCRIS.com posted odds on its outcome.  Will Wesley Snipes be then newest martyr in the tax paying lesson?

Will Wesley Snipes be convicted by tax fraud?

YES – 1/10

NO – 3/1

Wesley Snipes tax fraud sentence will be:

Convicted 1 to 5 years – 1/3

Convicted 5 to 10 years – 7/4

Convicted 10 to 16 years – 10/1

Not convicted – 5/1

“I don’t understand why people refuse to pay their taxes,” stated Spokesperson for BetCRIS.com, Esteban Siles.  “If it didn’t work for Al Capone or Tony Montana, then why would tax evasion work for anyone else?  The only thing certain in life is death and taxes.”

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I knew a turf writing handicapper who refused to bet on favorites when the odds dropped below 3-1. The late Jack Slater, who has a stakes named for him at Gulfstream Park, did pretty well.

However, my Miami Herald colleague for many years only bet to win. I realized that if you want to gain more lucrative rewards, going the exotic wagering route is a must tactic.

The main reason: Exacta wagering pools offer more value than straight betting pools since there’s plenty of foolish cash going into quite a few races.

I see no harm including favorites in exactas, trifectas and Pick 3s, 4s, 5s, 6s, etc. But I always embrace at least one longshot in exactas and trifectas.

My favorite wager is the exacta — a combination bet requiring horses to finish one-two. I usually follow several rules:

Seldom play favorites below 2-1 on top. If you do, throw out the second betting choice because both hardly ever run one-two. I researched this several years ago and found that’s especially true among 2-year-olds.

At some tracks that run quite a few races for juveniles, I found one of the top two choices wins more than their share.

If you box a pair at 2-1 and 3-1 in an eight-horse field, the $2 exacta payoff with the lower odds on top would be about $26 and only $7 higher if reversed.

Sometimes you can include overbet favorites 2-1 or below on the bottom while putting any overlays or longshots on top. The payoffs can be generous.

For example, if a 10-1 shot tops a 2-1 horse, the exacta returns $80. With the 2-1 horse on top, the payoff is $30 lower.

Rarely combine pairs of longshots 10-1 and up, but you can box two horses from 3-1 to 8-1 if at least one is an overlay. Two longshots at higher odds infrequently finish one-two. The rate of return is a losing proposition in the long run.

Say you box 3-1 and 8-1 horses: Lower odds on top would return $193 while higher odds would only produce $15 more.

Never box four or more horses no matter the odds. It’s smarter to use those four horses in a Pick 3 or 4 to give you a better chance to cash in.

There are as many exacta-wagering strategies as there are handicapping professionals. For example, several experts recommend betting your selection to win and also keying the two logical choices on top.

Many handicappers look for a shaky favorite and put two horses on top. When I follow that strategy, I make sure one is a price horse.

An interesting set of rules that appears on several racing websites advises:

Pick two races a day at your favorite tracks and look for contests with a minimum of eight horses while 10 the ideal field has 10 runners.

Don’t play the race if the favorite is bet down to 8-5 or less.

Find races that lack a heavy favorite because they produce generous rewards.

Keep an eye on the tote board, take notes and don’t wait to the last minute to place your bets.

I subscribe to that last rule wholeheartedly.

By BookMaker Racebook

AQUEDUCT

Double Down Vinman: Bumped after break, raced seventh early, advanced to fourth more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied inside to make up more than 4 ½ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a half-length at six furlongs on a sealed sloppy surface Jan. 11; ran final quarter in 24 4/5.

Kat’s Mystery: Bumped after break, trailed early, advanced from ninth to sixth more than 4 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came wide into stretch losing ground, closed well to make up 7 ¼ lengths and finished third beaten a neck and three-quarters of a length at six furlongs on Jan. 6.

Borrowing Base: Raced 3 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, gained second in stretch, but weakened and finished third at 1 ¼ miles on Dec. 15. (Bumped after break, raced fifth early, dropped to sixth more than 3 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, lost ground entering stretch and finished third at a mile and 70 yards on Jan. 9.)

FAIR GROUNDS

Rose Medallion: Broke last, trailed in eighth by 9 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came inside around far turn, closed determinedly from sixth outside to make up more than 2 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a neck at about 1 1/16 miles on the turf Jan. 6.

Hallway: Raced eighth more than 3 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, steadied before drive, lost ground, awaited room in stretch, closed determinedly from seventh to make up more than 1 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a neck at about a mile on the turf Jan. 5.

Artistic Escape: Broke next to last from outside post, raced more than 9 ½ lengths behind in ninth after a half-mile, rallied wide to fifth in stretch, made up nearly five lengths and finished second beaten a nose at about a mile on the turf Dec. 14.

Kindling: Raced ninth early, dropped to 10th and last more than 12 lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile, rallied late from ninth to make up more than 7 ½ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a half-length at 5 ½ furlongs on the turf Dec. 6. (Raced inside 4 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, moved outside for drive, closed gamely to make up 2 ½ lengths in stretch and finished third at about 5 ½ furlongs on the turf Jan. 12.)

GULFSTREAM PARK

Colorful Judgement: Checked in tight quarters breaking last in tight quarters at start, raced 10th more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, closed well from fourth in stretch to make up more than 2 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a length at 1 1/16 miles on the turf Jan. 10.

Universe: Stalked pace three wide two lengths behind in third after a half-mile, lost ground to fourth in stretch, rallied wide to make up two lengths and finished third beaten a half-length at 1 1/16 miles on the turf Jan. 9.

Lady Byar: Trailed in eighth more than 11 lengths behind after a half-mile, angled out in stretch from fifth, finished full of run to make up 5 ½ lengths and ran second beaten a nose at seven furlongs on Jan. 9; ran final three furlongs in 36 3/8.

Identical: Raced fifth more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, eased outside leaders leaving turn, lost ground, rallied later to make up nearly 3 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a nose at a mile on Jan. 3.

Straight Blues: Raced seven lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, dropped back to eighth in traffic midway on far turn, circled five wide for drive, rallied belatedly to make up more than three lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a neck at a mile on a good turf course Dec. 6; ran final quarter in 22 4/5 at Calder. (Raced fifth more than three lengths behind after a half-mile, raced three wide around far turn, finished willing to make up nearly 1 ½ lengths and lost second by a neck at a mile on the turf Jan. 3.)

HAWTHORNE

Fandemonium: Raced six lengths behind in sixth after a half-mile, advanced to third in stretch, closed with a rush to make up nearly 3 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a nosed at six furlongs on Jan. 4; ran final quarter in 24 4/5.

One Perfect Day: Raced fifth early, dropped to sixth more than 3 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, looked for room on turn, angled out for drive, rallied to make up nearly 3 ½ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a neck at 6 ½ furlongs on a sealed sloppy surface Dec. 22. (Chased pace inside more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, angled out to take lead in stretch, drifted a bit, lost lead briefly and came again to prevail by a neck at 6 ½ furlongs on a sealed muddy surface Jan. 6.)

LAUREL PARK

Imperturbable: Broke last, advanced to ninth more than 12 lengths behind after a half-mile, swung very wide in mid-stretch, rallied from seventh to up more than 5 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a length at seven furlongs on Jan. 10; ran final eighth in 12 4/5.

Preminger: Raced more than 4 ½ lengths behind in sixth after a half-mile, swung to five path in upper stretch, rallied from fifth to make up more than two lengths and finished second beaten a neck at a mile on Jan. 5.

Casual: Raced four lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, steadied, blocked entering stretch, angled out, rallied from fourth to second, but couldn’t close gap at 6 ½ furlongs on Dec. 11 at Philadelphia Park. (Raced four lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, angled out five wide advancing to third in stretch and won by a half-length at six furlongs on Jan. 1.)

Helen Says: Raced fifth more than 5 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, closed willingly in stretch to make up more than four lengths and finished third beaten 1 ½ lengths at six furlongs on Dec. 7. (Grabbed lead by a half-length after a half-mile, moved clear leaving the fife-sixteenths pole and drew off by 10 ¾ lengths under a tight right-handed drive at seven furlongs on a sealed muddy track in the rain on Dec. 26; returned $12.60 to win and $8 to place.)

Baseball Diamond: Dueled early, led by a head after a half-mile, battled in upper stretch and weakened to third at seven furlongs on Dec. 15. (Raced third early, dropped to fourth three lengths behind after a half-mile and rallied inside to gain second by a neck at seven furlongs on Jan. 3.)

PHILADELPHIA PARK

Frenchburg: Broke from outside post, raced more than six lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, advanced to fourth along rail in stretch, closed to make up nearly 4 ½ length and finished third beaten a head and a neck at 6 ½ furlongs on Jan. 8.

Premium Saltine: Raced 2 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, rallied to make up more than 2 ¾ lengths in stretch and gained second by a nose at six furlongs on a good surface Dec. 24.

Graded by Results: Raced fourth more than 2 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, closed fast to make up more than 4 ¼ lengths in stretch and finished third beaten a nose and a neck at six furlongs on Dec. 4.

Secret Time: Raced 2 ½ lengths behind in third after a half-mile, angled out into stretch, made up nearly two lengths and finished second beaten a neck at 5 ½ furlongs on Nov. 24. (Pressed pace in second after a half-mile, challenged winner in stretch and was beaten a head at six furlongs on Dec. 3)

SAM HOUSTON RACE PARK

Nasheet: Jostled with third-place finisher at start, raced three wide into first turn, was more than three lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, closed well to make up three lengths and finished second beaten a neck at a mile on the turf Jan. 6.

Susies Cameo Girl: Jostled at start, raced third early, dropped to fourth more than three lengths behind after a half-mile, shifted three wide midway through far turn, rallied to make up 3 ½ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a length at a mile on Jan. 5.

Honor Jones: Raced 8 ½ lengths behind in sixth after a half-mile, went four wide on far turn, closed well to fourth in stretch, made up 3 ¾ lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length at a mile and 70 yards on Dec. 16.

Tejas Cat: Broke seventh and last, raced five lengths behind in sixth after three-eighths of a mile, swung six wide for drive, advanced to fourth in stretch, closed willingly to make up nearly three lengths and finished second beaten a neck at 5 ½ furlongs on a good surface Nov. 24. (Stalked pace in third early, dropped to fourth more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came out three wide in upper stretch to gain lead by a length and finished second beaten a neck at a mile and 70 yards on Dec. 16.)

SANTA ANITA

Mostacolli Mort: Stalked pace inside four lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, came out in upper stretch to make up more than 1 ½ lengths and finished willingly to run second beaten a nose at 1 1/8 miles on the turf Jan. 11.

Adarlyn Cat: Broke from outside 12 post, raced more than 7 ½ lengths behind in ninth after three-eighth of a mile, steadied in tight entering turn, came three deep to eighth in stretch, angled out, closed gamely to make up 4 ¾ lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length at 5 ½ furlongs Jan. 10.

Unbidable: Raced outside between rivals early in eighth, moved closer to rail in fifth six lengths behind after a half-mile, forced out some into turn, came three deep into stretch, rallied to make up more than 2 ¼ lengths and finished third beaten a neck and a nose at six furlongs on Jan. 4; ran final quarter in 24 1/5.

Your Quote: Broke next to last, in tight early in sixth, dropped to seventh more than six lengths behind after a half-mile, raced four wide leaving backstretch, came three deep into stretch losing ground, rallied to make up more than four lengths and finished third beaten two lengths at six furlongs on Dec. 28.

Dirty Dish Mitch: Steadied into the first turn, raced fourth more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to second after six furlongs, took lead in stretch and kicked clear under a steady hand ride to win by 8 ¼ lengths at 1 1/16 mile on Dec. 6 at Hollywood Park. (Stalked pace in third more than two lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to second in stretch and held place by three-quarters of a length at seven furlongs on Dec. 26; returned $7.80 for second.)

TURFWAY PARK

Clearly Best: Raced sixth early, dropped to seventh more than 10 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced from fifth three wide on far turn to third in stretch, made up 4 ½ lengths and closed willingly to finish second beaten two lengths at a mile on Jan. 10.

Budge Man: Broke last, raced eighth more than 10 lengths behind after a half-mile, split rivals late on far turn to reach sixth, angled out for drive, closed fast from fourth to make up seven lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a half-length at a mile on Jan. 5.

Billybob Bly: Broke last, trailed early, moved from 11th to 10th more than eight lengths behind after a half-mile, swung widest to fifth in stretch, finished fast to make up four lengths and ran third beaten two necks at six furlongs on Nov. 29; ran final quarter in 23 4/5. (Trailed by 15 lengths after a half-mile, closed well from sixth outside, made up 2 ¼ lengths and gained second by a half-length at 6 ½ furlongs on Dec. 31; returned $5.40 for place.)

Dixie Decision: Raced 2 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, moved between horses around far turn to reach contention, rallied clear in stretch to gain lead by a half-length and won by three-quarters of a length at a mile on Dec. 8; returned $10 on front end. (Raced 2 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, bounced around between rivals midway through far turn losing ground to fifth, closed willingly from fourth in stretch and prevailed by a half-length at a mile on Jan. 9.)

TURF PARADISE

Moody Rythum: Broke next to last, raced 10th more than 8 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came wide into the lane, made up more than 2 ¼ lengths in stretch and finished well to gain second by four lengths at 6 ½ furlongs on Dec. 27. (Jostled repeatedly at start, raced seventh more than 5 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came six wide into stretch and rallied from fifth to gain second by 1 ¾ lengths at 6 ½ furlongs on Jan. 12.)

Skycloud: Broke outward, bumped at start, gained late in stretch and finished dead-heated for second beaten 1 ½ lengths at 5 ½ furlongs on Dec. 15.

Danceafunnymile: Raced eight lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, eased out in stretch while racing greenly, finished well making up more than 3 ½ lengths and ran second beaten a half-length at six furlongs on Dec. 7.

Mo Jo Annie: Raced third early, dropped to fourth after three-eighths of a mile, advanced to third in stretch and finished a willing second beaten a half-length at 5 ½ furlongs on Dec. 14. (Broke out, bumped, raced fifth more than 9 ½ lengths after a half-mile, advanced to fourth in stretch and finished gamely to gain second by a nose at six furlongs on a sealed sloppy surface Jan. 7.)

Crazy Girl: Raced fourth early, moved to lead three wide on bend, responded to urging gradually edging away through the final furlong and won by 5 ¼ lengths at six furlongs on Dec. 8. (Raced 3 ½ lengths behind in third after a half-mile, moved out on turn, but lacked needed response and finished in same spot at six furlongs on Dec. 23.)

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Gulfstream Park: Something Old, Something New

There’s an old adage dating back centuries that describes Gulfstream Park: Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.

The fifth line of the saying relating to the wedding custom is often left out: And a silver sixpence in her shoe.

A sixpence minted in Britain from 1551 to 1967 was made of silver and worth six pennies. In 1530, racing in England took place at York and 10 years later Chester had its first racecourse

That was the era when two-horse match races for a private wager became popular among nobility. That’s why horse racing is still known as the Sport of Kings.

Something old reminds me of the Florida Derby that debuted in 1952 when Sky Ship defeated Handsome Teddy by a head when the purse was worth $24,750.

Five years later, I saw my first Florida Derby a year after graduating from the University of Miami accompanied by several classmates when the purse was valued at $123,600 on a beautiful, memorable March 30, 1957.

Only five horses ran, the smallest field along with ’69, and that included two coupled horses, Calumet Farm’s Gen. Duke and Iron Liege.

The late, great Bill Hartack guided Gen. Duke to victory from off the pace, wearing down Bold Ruler to prevail by 1 ½ lengths. The runner-up, ridden by equally famous Eddie Arcaro, edged Iron Liege by a head.

Fifty-one years later, Gen. Duke’s winning time of 1:46 4/5 for the 1 1/8 miles remains the stakes record. The 57th running of Gulfstream’s showcase event worth $1 million will be staged March 29.

Something new applies to the latest wrinkles at the South Florida complex from a revised racing schedule and more indoor seating to a huge, ultra-comfortable simulcast room and added dining facilities that include the relocated South Beach landmark restaurant Christine Lee’s.

In a departure from recent years, racing will be held six days a week Wednesday through Mondays until mid-March during the 89-day meeting.

In addition, the takeout on straight bets has been raised from 15 percent to 17 percent. However, the Pick 6 rate was lowered by 5 percent to 15 percent while all other exotic wagers remain at 20 percent.

Outdoor saddling returns, which should please fans, except for inclement weather. More cameras were added throughout the facility to allow on-track viewers and patrons at simulcast centers a better look at the action.

Something borrowed applies to newcomers in key racing posts that face several challenges, which include increasing field size and maintaining purse structure.

“Maximizing field sizes is going to be our top priority this winter,” said new racing secretary Bill Couch, who holds the same job at Thistledown in Ohio.

Last year, Gulfstream averaged 8.6 horses per race. Couch is hoping for 9.2 to 9.5 per race this meeting. The year the track is trying to attract more Calder-based horses by offering one race each afternoon restricted to Florida-breds.

“If field size is strong and business is good,” Gulfstream President-General Manager Bill Murphy said, there is no reason why purses couldn’t increase before the meeting ends April 20.

Something blue relates to the disappointing revenue produced by casino games. When business failed to approach original projections, purses ended up being overpaid by several million dollars.

New racing manager Bernie Hettel and Couch had to deal with that overpayment from the 2007 meeting when overnight purses were increased 17 percent. So the stakes program was trimmed and some races were moved around.

Gulfstream altered its stakes schedule, spacing out graded stakes rather than featuring four or more on Saturdays except on Jan. 26 — Sunshine Millions Day.

Florida Derby Day features three events while there are five two-stakes days.

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AQUEDUCT

Kat’s Mystery: Bumped after break, trailed early, advanced from ninth to sixth more than 4 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came wide into stretch losing ground, closed well to make up 7 ¼ lengths and finished third beaten a neck and three-quarters of a length at six furlongs on Jan. 6.

Borrowing Base: Broke awkwardly, bumped, trailed by more than 10 lengths after a half-mile, advanced from ninth to fifth in stretch, altered course, made up more than 3 ¾ lengths and finished a game third beaten two necks at 1 1/8 miles on Nov. 25. (Raced 3 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, gained second in stretch, but weakened and finished third at 1 ¼ miles on Dec. 15.)

Court Vision: Settled two wide in hand more than 4 ½ lengths behind in eighth after a half-mile, fanned more than six wide for the drive, closed determinedly in stretch from fifth to make up 4 ½ lengths and won by a half-length at a mile on Oct. 27 at Churchill Downs. (Raced 2 ½ lengths behind in third after a half-mile, dropped to fourth after six furlongs, came out for room in stretch bumping with two different rivals down the lane and won by a neck at 1 1/8 miles on Nov. 24.)

CALDER

Flight to Eden: Raced fifth early, dropped to sixth more than four lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile, advanced between horses to fourth in stretch and gained third at five furlongs on Dec. 15. (Raced five lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, angled out for drive, advanced to third in stretch and gained second by a nose at 6 ½ furlongs on Dec. 24.)

FAIR GROUNDS

Hallway: Raced eighth more than 3 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, steadied before drive, lost ground, awaited room in stretch, closed determinedly from seventh to make up more than 1 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a neck at about a mile on the turf Jan. 5.

Artistic Escape: Broke next to last from outside post, raced more than 9 ½ lengths behind in ninth after a half-mile, rallied wide to fifth in stretch, made up nearly five lengths and finished second beaten a nose at about a mile on the turf Dec. 14.

Kindling: Raced ninth early, dropped to 10th and last more than 12 lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile, rallied late from ninth to make up more than 7 ½ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a half-length at 5 ½ furlongs on the turf Dec. 6.

GOLDEN GATE FIELDS

Designer Breed: Trailed by more than a dozen lengths after a half-mile, came out mid-stretch in 10th, closed well to make up more than six lengths and finished second beaten a length at 6 ½ furlongs on Oct. 27 at Oak Tree. (Trailed by more than 7 ½ lengths after a half-mile, eased out in upper stretch to find a clear path, closed fast from fifth and gained second by 2 ½ lengths at six furlongs on Dec. 1,)

GULFSTREAM PARK

Identical: Raced fifth more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, eased outside leaders leaving turn, lost ground, rallied later to make up nearly 3 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a nose at a mile on Jan. 3.

Straight Blues: Raced seven lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, dropped back to eighth in traffic midway on far turn, circled five wide for drive, rallied belatedly to make up more than three lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a neck at a mile on a good turf course Dec. 6; ran final quarter in 22 4/5 at Calder. (Raced fifth more than three lengths behind after a half-mile, raced three wide around far turn, finished willing to make up nearly 1 ½ lengths and lost second by a neck at a mile on the turf Jan. 23)

HAWTHORNE

Fandermonium: Raced six lengths behind in sixth after a half-mile, advanced to third in stretch, closed with a rush to make up nearly 3 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a nosed at six furlongs on Jan. 4; ran final quarter in 24 4/5.

Convairman: Raced seventh more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to fifth in stretch, rallied late to make up 2 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a neck at six furlongs on Nov. 24; ran final quarter in 24 4/5. (Broke next to last, raced ninth more than 13 lengths after a half-mile, advanced to seventh in stretch, rallied through to make up more than five lengths and gained second by a half-length at six furlongs on Dec. 29.)

One Perfect Day: Raced fifth early, dropped to sixth more than 3 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, looked for room on turn, angled out for drive, rallied to make up nearly 3 ½ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a neck at 6 ½ furlongs on a sealed sloppy surface Dec. 22. (Chased pace inside more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, angled out to take lead in stretch, drifted a bit, lost lead briefly and came again to prevail by a neck at 6 ½ furlongs on a sealed muddy surface Jan. 6.)

HOLLYWOOD PARK

Too Phar: Broke slowly, advanced from eighth to six more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, split rivals in a bit tight in fourth in mid-stretch, rallied in deep stretch to make up 3 ¼ lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length at six furlongs on Nov. 28. (Raced fourth early, dropped to fifth more than three lengths behind after a half-mile, came out in stretch and rallied from fifth to win by a half-length at 6 ½ furlongs on Dec. 21.)

Grace and Power: Steadied entering first turn, raced fifth more than five lengths behind after a half-mile, eased out for drive, advanced to third in stretch, made up 1 ¾ lengths and finished second by 1 ¼ lengths at 1 1/16 miles on the turf Nov. 24 at Laurel Park. (Broke last, trailed by more than 5 ½ lengths after six furlongs, came out five wide from ninth entering stretch, rallied from fourth to gain second by two lengths at 1 1/16 miles on Dec. 15; returned $9.20 for place.)

Banner Lodge: Raced ninth more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, came out leaving turn, forced five wide by runner-up into stretch, rallied from seventh making up more than 4 ½ lengths, finished third beaten a neck and a nose, but was moved up to second on an interference disqualification Nov. 23; ran final quarter in 23 2/5. (Raced more than 5 ½ lengths behind in seventh after a half-mile, moved to third in stretch and rallied along rail to win by 1 ¼ lengths at 6 ½ furlongs on Dec. 16.)

LAUREL PARK

Preminger: Raced more than 4 ½ lengths behind in sixth after a half-mile, swung to five path in upper stretch, rallied from fifth to make up more than two lengths and finished second beaten a neck at a mile on Jan. 5.

Brokerage House: Raced fifth early, dropped to sixth more than 4 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, eased out in mid-stretch and closed with a rush to make up nearly 3 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a nose at 1 1/16 miles on the turf Nov. 3.

Casual: Raced four lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, steadied, blocked entering stretch, angled out, rallied from fourth to second, but couldn’t close gap at 6 ½ furlongs on Dec. 11 at Philadelphia Park. (Raced four lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, angled out five wide advancing to third in stretch and won by a half-length at six furlongs on Jan. 1)

Helen Says: Raced fifth more than 5 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, closed willingly in stretch to make up more than four lengths and finished third beaten 1 ½ lengths at six furlongs on Dec. 7. (Grabbed lead by a half-length after a half-mile, moved clear leaving the fife-sixteenths pole and drew off by 10 ¾ lengths under a tight right-handed drive at seven furlongs on a sealed muddy track in the rain on Dec. 26; returned $12.60 to win and $8 to place.)

Baseball Diamond: Dueled early, led by a head after a half-mile, battled in upper stretch and weakened to third at seven furlongs on Dec. 15. (Raced third early, dropped to fourth three lengths behind after a half-mile and rallied inside to gain second by a neck at seven furlongs on Jan. 3.)

PHILADELPHIA PARK

Premium Saltine: Raced 2 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, rallied to make up more than 2 ¾ lengths in stretch and gained second by a nose at six furlongs on a good surface Dec. 24.

Graded by Results: Raced fourth more than 2 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, closed fast to make up more than 4 ¼ lengths in stretch and finished third beaten a nose and a neck at six furlongs on Dec. 4.

Secret Time: Raced 2 ½ lengths behind in third after a half-mile, angled out into stretch, made up nearly two lengths and finished second beaten a neck at 5 ½ furlongs on Nov. 24. (Pressed pace in second after a half-mile, challenged winner in stretch and was beaten a head at six furlongs on Dec. 3)

Lover Nekia: Raced three lengths behind in seventh after a half-mile, weaved between rivals on far turn to fifth while losing ground, advanced to third in stretch, finished well making up five lengths and ran second beaten a length at a mile and 70 yards on Nov. 23. (Raced eighth more than three lengths behind after a half-mile, eased out for drive and rallied from fifth in stretch to lose second by a head at a mile on a sealed muddy track Dec. 10.)

SAM HOUSTON RACE PARK

Susies Cameo Girl: Jostled at start, raced third early, dropped to fourth more than three lengths behind after a half-mile, shifted three wide midway through far turn, rallied to make up 3 ½ lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a length at a mile on Jan. 5.

Honor Jones: Raced 8 ½ lengths behind in sixth after a half-mile, went four wide on far turn, closed well to fourth in stretch, made up 3 ¾ lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length at a mile and 70 yards on Dec. 16.

Aledo Monarch: Raced in sixth more than fourth lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied strongly three wide on far turn into stretch, closed fast from fifth and won by three-quarters of a length at a mile on Dec. 7. (Raced 5 ½ lengths behind in seventh and last after a half-mile, rallied to third in stretch and finished second by a half-length at a mile and 70 yards on Dec. 16.)

Tejas Cat: Broke seventh and last, raced five lengths behind in sixth after three-eighths of a mile, swung six wide for drive, advanced to fourth in stretch, closed willingly to make up nearly three lengths and finished second beaten a neck at 5 ½ furlongs on a good surface Nov. 24. (Stalked pace in third early, dropped to fourth more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came out three wide in upper stretch to gain lead by a length and finished second beaten a neck at a mile and 70 yards on Dec. 16.)

SANTA ANITA

Unbidable: Raced outside between rivals early in eighth, moved closer to rail in fifth six lengths behind after a half-mile, forced out some into turn, came three deep into stretch, rallied to make up more than 2 ¼ lengths and finished third beaten a neck and a nose at six furlongs on Jan. 4; ran final quarter in 24 1/5.

Your Quote: Broke next to last, in tight early in sixth, dropped to seventh more than six lengths behind after a half-mile, raced four wide leaving backstretch, came three deep into stretch losing ground, rallied to make up more than four lengths and finished third beaten two lengths at six furlongs on Dec. 28.

Dirty Dish Mitch: Steadied into the first turn, raced fourth more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to second after six furlongs, took lead in stretch and kicked clear under a steady hand ride to win by 8 ¼ lengths at 1 1/16 mile on Dec. 6 at Hollywood Park. (Stalked pace in third more than two lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to second in stretch and held place by three-quarters of a length at seven furlongs on Dec. 26; returned $7.80 to place.

TURFWAY PARK

Budge Man: Broke last, raced eighth more than 10 lengths behind after a half-mile, split rivals late on far turn to reach sixth, angled out for drive, closed fast from fourth to make up seven lengths in stretch and finished second beaten a half-length at a mile on Jan. 5.

Allegiance: Raced seventh more than 9 ½ lengths behind in seventh after three-eighths of a mile, altered course to outside in mid-stretch, and closed fast late to make up 6 ¼ lengths and finished third beaten 1 ¼ lengths and a head at 5 ½ furlongs on Dec. 26.

Billybob Bly: Broke last, trailed early, moved from 11th to 10th more than eight lengths behind after a half-mile, swung widest to fifth in stretch, finished fast to make up four lengths and ran third beaten two necks at six furlongs on Nov. 29; ran final quarter in 23 4/5. (Trailed by 15 lengths after a half-mile, closed well from sixth outside, made up 2 ¼ lengths and gained second by a half-length at 6 ½ furlongs on Dec. 31; returned $5.40 for place.)

Dixie Decision: Raced more than 9 ½ lengths behind in seventh after a half-mile, advanced between horses more than three wide to fifth in stretch and rallied to gain second by a nose at 1 1/16 miles on a good turf course on Oct. 28 at Churchill Downs. (Raced 2 ½ lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, moved between horses around far turn to reach contention, rallied clear in stretch to gain lead by a half-length and won by three-quarters of a length at a mile on Dec. 8; returned $10 on front end.)

TURF PARADISE

Moody Rythum: Broke next to last, raced 10th more than 8 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, came wide into the lane, made up more than 2 ¼ lengths in stretch and finished well to gain second by four lengths at 6 ½ furlongs on Dec. 27.

Skycloud: Broke outward, bumped at start, gained late in stretch and finished dead-heated for second beaten 1 ½ lengths at 5 ½ furlongs on Dec. 15.

Danceafunnymile: Raced eight lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, eased out in stretch while racing greenly, finished well making up more than 3 ½ lengths and ran second beaten a half-length at six furlongs on Dec. 7.

Mo Jo Annie: Raced fifth early, dropped to sixth 2 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, swung four wide for drive, rallied to third in stretch, made up 2 ¼ lengths in stretch and finished third beaten a head and three-quarters of a length at 6 ½ furlongs on Nov. 27. (Raced third early, dropped to fourth after three-eighths of a mile, advanced to third in stretch and finished a willing second beaten a half-length at 5 ½ furlongs on Dec. 14.)

Crazy Girl: Raced fourth early, moved to lead three wide on bend, responded to urging gradually edging away through the final furlong and won by 5 ¼ lengths at six furlongs on Dec. 8. (Raced 3 ½ lengths behind in third after a half-mile, moved out on turn, but lacked needed response and finished in same spot at six furlongs on Dec. 23.)

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