Catskill Steve's Picks

Monday, November 28, 2022

Checking up on Catskill Steve (Wednesday)

10 LISTED WINNERS – 3 ON “TOP”. 9 EXACTAS LISTED ALONG WITH 4 TRIFECTAS, 2 SMALL SUPERFECTAS, 5 PICK THREES AND 3 DDS.

Preferred Play Of The Day – BRENDA’S GOT IT (4TH RACE)
Long Shot Play Of The Day – DRAGON SPARKS (2ND RACE)

Race 1

Horse Number: 4
Horse Name: SWANCREDIT
Odds: 5-2

Horse Number: 3
Horse Name: FORCE RECON
Odds: 9-2

Horse Number: 1
Horse Name: ROSE ABOVE IT
Odds: 3-1

Horse Number: 2
Horse Name: TACTICAL FLAME
Odds: 5-1

Race 1 Comments: SWANCREDIT seems to have the most ability in this group having won 27 times in his career (12 over past two years) as opposed to the others who are a combined 2 for 89 over the years. Finds a good spot and only a miscue will cost him in opener.

Race 2

Horse Number: 6
Horse Name: DRAGON SPARKS*
Odds: 7-2

Horse Number: 5
Horse Name: SMARTYS FILLY
Odds: 3-1

Horse Number: 1
Horse Name: LOOKINTOMYEYES
Odds: 5-2

Horse Number: 3
Horse Name: SUNSHINE FILLY
Odds: 4-1

Race 2 Comments: DRAGON SPARKS had strong pace finishing with :28.3 final panel rallying from tough spot last time after a solid two move win in 1:55.4 mile from a spot similar to today’s two back. Edge in competitive event.

Race 3

Horse Number: 4
Horse Name: TREASURE GEMS K
Odds: 4-1

Horse Number: 2
Horse Name: BEYOND THE LENS
Odds: 3-1

Horse Number: 3
Horse Name: WOODSIDE EMILEAH
Odds: 5-2

Horse Number: 1
Horse Name: TOP DOLLAR
Odds: 6-1

Race 3 Comments: TREASURE GEMS K sharp mare was a powerful come from behind winner at a higher level last time. Remains eligible at time of entry and rates the nod.

Race 4

Horse Number: 2
Horse Name: BRENDA’S GOT IT**
Odds: 5-2

Horse Number: 4
Horse Name: ASHLEE’S DELIGHT
Odds: 3-1

Horse Number: 3
Horse Name: CINCO SENORITA
Odds: 10-1

Horse Number: 6
Horse Name: WOWIE ZOWIE
Odds: 7-2

Race 4 Comments: BRENDA’S GOT IT was a game winner against lesser last time. Steps up, finds a good spot and seems sharp enough to handle the upgrade.

Race 5

Horse Number: 2
Horse Name: MACH’S DELI
Odds: 7-2

Horse Number: 1
Horse Name: GREY ROCKET
Odds: 5-2

Horse Number: 7
Horse Name: GLAMORGAL
Odds: 3-1

Horse Number: 5
Horse Name: MEAN PAULINE
Odds: 3-1

Race 5 Comments: MACH’S DELI had pace finishing in improved try. Mare was a good second from similar spot at this level on 10/25 and may be on edge.

Race 6

Horse Number: 6
Horse Name: BANK GUARD
Odds: 5-1

Horse Number: 3
Horse Name: SAMMY’S VENTURE
Odds: 5-2

Horse Number: 2
Horse Name: WHAT A PITTSTOP
Odds: 7-2

Horse Number: 5
Horse Name: CANTAB THE FOX
Odds: 3-1

Race 6 Comments: BANK GUARD hasn’t done much against far tougher in recent but, takes a key drop and figures to show improvement at this level.