Who Really Lost ?

Who Really Lost ?

Bob Baffert's drug infractions raise the question: who truly suffers? This post argues that regular bettors, not the sport's billionaires or trainers, are the real losers.

Kentucky Derby
Ed Meyer4 min read
Morning

Morning

Experience the ethereal beauty of a misty morning at the racetrack, as horses prepare for their works amidst the sounds of nature and distant trains.

Ed Meyer2 min read
Three Reminders Before Betting the Derby

Three Reminders Before Betting the Derby

Get three essential reminders before betting the Kentucky Derby this year. Learn key handicapping tips to find value and avoid common pitfalls on Derby Day at Churchill Downs.

HandicappingKentucky Derby
Ed Meyer1 min read
What Say You ?

What Say You ?

The Jim Beam Stakes (Spiral Stakes) at Turfway Park produced classic winners. We revisit the controversial jockey change for Kingpost after his 1988 Spiral win.

Kentucky Derby
Ed Meyer2 min read
Adjusting Your Sail to the Wind

Adjusting Your Sail to the Wind

Learn from common handicapping mistakes like being swayed by others or sticking to one strategy too rigidly. Discover how adjusting your approach can improve your horse racing bets.

Handicapping
Ed Meyer2 min read
Free Weekend Keeneland Power Plays - 4/17/2021

Free Weekend Keeneland Power Plays - 4/17/2021

Get your bankroll ready for Derby season! Dive into free expert picks for Keeneland's April 17, 2021 card, including detailed analysis for Race 2 and Race 5.

Free PicksHandicapping
Ed Meyer2 min read
The Making of a Horseplayer

The Making of a Horseplayer

Discover the nostalgic journey of a horseplayer, from childhood Kentucky Derby days with their dad to early experiences with betting and the timeless allure of horse racing.

Kentucky Derby
Ed Meyer3 min read
Derby Drawing Board

Derby Drawing Board

Kentucky Derby contenders are being evaluated. Dive into Known Agenda's Florida Derby performance, dissecting the race and assessing his chances on the Road to the Derby.

HandicappingKentucky Derby
Ed Meyer2 min read
Reminders When Betting the Derby

Reminders When Betting the Derby

Kentucky Derby betting reminders: Avoid the "last year angle" and be wary of late equipment changes. Keep an open mind and evaluate all current facts.

HandicappingKentucky Derby
Ed Meyer3 min read
Returning to the Scene

Returning to the Scene

A handicapper recounts their joyful return to Keeneland for the first time since 2017, enjoying the track, friends, and placing wagers.

Handicapping
Ed Meyer2 min read
It's All About the Journey....

It's All About the Journey....

A nostalgic look back at early days at River Downs, recalling a summer job and meeting a young Mick Cronin and his father, Hep, amidst the horse racing scene.

Ed Meyer2 min read
3 Rules to Handicapping the Road to the Derby

3 Rules to Handicapping the Road to the Derby

The Triple Crown journey means serious handicapping has begun. Learn three essential rules to effectively handicap the Road to the Derby, focusing on analysis.

HandicappingKentucky Derby
Ed Meyer2 min read