Betting an Accomplished Turf Horse in 2026 Jeff Ruby Steaks
Determining the most likely winner of Saturday’s $777,000 Grade 3 Jeff Ruby Steaks at Turfway Park isn’t easy.
Gambling
Posted March 17th, 2026 ·
J. Keeler Johnson
J. Keeler Johnson (also known as “Keelerman”) is a writer, blogger, videographer, handicapper, and all-around horse racing enthusiast who was drawn to the sport by Curlin's quest to become North America's richest racehorse.
J. Keeler Johnson (also known as “Keelerman”) is a writer, blogger, videographer, handicapper, and all-around horse racing enthusiast who was drawn to the sport by Curlin's quest to become North America's richest racehorse.
A great fan of racing history, he considers Dr. Fager to be the greatest racehorse ever produced in America, but counts Zenyatta as his all-time favorite. Johnson writes for the Bloodhorse.com blog Unlocking Winners and is the founder of the horse racing website www.theturfboard.com.
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Half a Dozen Trends to Consider When Betting the 2026 Louisiana Derby
Before you place your bets for Saturday’s $1 million Twinspires.com Louisiana Derby at Fair Grounds, we recommend reviewing the recent history of the 1 3/16-mile, Grade 2 Road to the Kentucky Derby...
Gambling
Posted March 16th, 2026 ·
Trifecta Betting Strategy for 2026 San Felipe Stakes
A high-profile Grade 1 winner is slated to make his 2026 debut in Saturday’s $200,000, Grade 2 San Felipe Stakes Presented by DK Horse at Santa Anita Park. But he isn’t guaranteed to win the 1 1/16...
Gambling
Posted March 3rd, 2026 ·
Historical Trends to Help Bet the 2026 Rebel Stakes
Sunday’s running of the $1 million, Grade 2 Rebel Stakes at Oaklawn Park promises to be an excellent race. There are several proven graded stakes horses among the 10 entrants, though one – #1...
Gambling
Posted February 24th, 2026 ·
Seven Trends to Know When Betting the 2026 Fountain of Youth Stakes
Recent history can help bettors handicap Saturday’s $250,000 Grade 2 Coolmore Fountain of Youth Stakes at Gulfstream Park.
Gambling
Posted February 23rd, 2026 ·
Six Trends to Consider When Betting the 2026 Risen Star Stakes
If you analyze the recent history of the $500,000, Grade 2 Fasig-Risen Star Stakes at Fair Grounds, you’ll identify several recurring trends suggesting Saturday’s renewal of the 1 1/8-mile Road to...
Gambling
Posted February 9th, 2026 ·
Cherokee Nation the Upset Pick in Robert B. Lewis Stakes
Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert has won Santa Anita Park’s Robert B. Lewis Stakes on 13 occasions. In fact, the last seven renewals of the one-mile Road to the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford...
Gambling
Posted February 3rd, 2026 ·
Eyeing a Chad Brown Exacta in the 2026 Withers Stakes
Trainer Chad Brown has won two of the last five editions of the $200,000 Withers Stakes at Aqueduct. He has a strong chance to pick up a third win when the 2026 edition of the 1 1/8-mile Road to...
Gambling
Posted February 3rd, 2026 ·
D’code the Top Pick in Loaded 2026 Southwest Stakes
A huge field of 14 horses will battle for a $1 million purse in Friday’s Southwest Stakes racing 1 1/16 miles at Oaklawn Park.
Gambling
Posted February 2nd, 2026 ·
Patience, Passion Led Horse Racing Hall of Fame Trainer Mark Casse to Stardom
There she was – in the lead, vying for victory in the final furlong of the historic Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot in England. When Tepin gallantly crossed the finish line in front, the mare had...
Legends
Posted January 19th, 2026 ·
How One Princess Reigned Supreme in the Sport of Kings: Princess Rooney
The career of Princess Rooney was not unlike a sandwich. Hold the laughter – it’s true. During her three seasons on the track, she packaged a thin layer of disappointment between two sensational...
Legends
Posted January 14th, 2026 ·
‘Eclipses’ an Important Part of Racing History
More than 260 years ago, a total solar eclipse swept across Great Britain. It was on that day — April 1, 1764 — and during the eclipse itself that a horse was born at Cranbourne Lodge. Arriving as...
Legends
Posted January 1st, 2026 ·
