The Rebel Stakes at Oaklawn Park has produced its share of shocking results this century. A $2 win bet on Crowned King paid supporters $75.60 in 2003, Win Willy’s backers made a tidy $115.60 for a couple of bucks in 2009, and Will Take Charge rewarded bettors to the tune of 58 bucks for a $2 bet in 2013 … and he blossomed into a champion.
Welcome to Noel Michaels’ Weekend Winners, the place to go for weekend best bets and spot plays from veteran handicapper and tournament-play pioneer Noel Michaels. Check back every week for a couple of highlighted selections designed to help you cash a few bets and make some money.
BloodHorse news editor Byron King presents his Derby Dozen with a review of leading contenders for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve on May 3.
Standout filly Good Cheer did not disappoint in her 3-year-old debut, winning by 6 ¼ lengths in the Fasig-Tipton Rachel Alexandra Stakes Saturday, Feb. 15 at Fair Grounds for trainer Brad Cox.
