The Happy Horseplayer

The Happy Horseplayer

The Happy Horseplayer shares tips for enjoying summer racing at Saratoga, embracing chalk bets, and finding value in short odds.

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Ed Meyer3 min read
The Ironman Takes Some Time Off

The Ironman Takes Some Time Off

Legendary jockey Perry Wayne Ouzts, 7th all-time leading rider, is taking time off after a spill at Belterra Park revealed a dislocated shoulder and rotator cuff cracks.

Ed Meyer2 min read
Free Selections / 50 - Cent Cross Country Pick 5

Free Selections / 50 - Cent Cross Country Pick 5

Get free selections for the special 50-cent Cross Country Pick 5, combining races from Saratoga, Monmouth, and Woodbine. Discover expert picks and analysis to help you win.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
The Happy Horseplayer

The Happy Horseplayer

Reflect on summer horse racing and the magic of Saratoga, where top jockeys and trainers converge for incredible action.

Handicapping
Ed Meyer4 min read
Hotter Than Hades

Hotter Than Hades

Extreme heat forced race cancellations this weekend, but new protocols aim to protect horses and athletes. Learn how tracks like Monmouth are adapting.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
Free Selections / Wednesday, 7/17/19

Free Selections / Wednesday, 7/17/19

Get your free horse racing selections for Wednesday, July 17th. Build your bankroll for Haskell weekend with these expert picks from Indiana Grand.

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Ed Meyer3 min read
Grandstand Memories

Grandstand Memories

Relive classic grandstand moments and meet the unforgettable characters that make horse racing exciting, from program whippers to finger snappers.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
Free Saratoga Selections / Saturday, 7-13-19

Free Saratoga Selections / Saturday, 7-13-19

Get free Saratoga selections for Saturday, 7-13-19! Handicapping insights for Race 3, the G3 Sanford, including top picks and contenders.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
Never Too Late to Be What You Might've Been

Never Too Late to Be What You Might've Been

Horse racing tracks are evolving, with some becoming racinos while others face closure due to financial struggles. Iconic tracks like Suffolk and Portland Meadows are recent casualties.

Ed Meyer5 min read
Happy 65th Birthday, Ironman!

Happy 65th Birthday, Ironman!

Jockey Perry Ouzts, nicknamed "Ironman," continues to ride strong at 65. Learn about his career and recent win as he approaches a historic milestone.

Ed Meyer2 min read
Weekend Winners - Saturday, 7/6/19

Weekend Winners - Saturday, 7/6/19

Get expert horse racing picks for Belmont Park on Saturday, July 6, 2019. We highlight key contenders based on workouts, key races, trainer stats, and course history for weekend winners.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
Another Circuit Around the Sun

Another Circuit Around the Sun

A nostalgic look back at a youth spent at River Downs, skipping school to bet on horses and find a Daily Racing Form. Discover the thrill of early handicapping days.

Ed Meyer4 min read