Free Oaks and Derby Selections

Free Oaks and Derby Selections

Get your free Kentucky Oaks and Derby selections! We're breaking down the races, considering the expected wet track conditions for handicapping success.

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Ed Meyer4 min read
Derby by the Numbers

Derby by the Numbers

Discover how Kentucky Derby post positions can influence your picks. Learn about gate preferences and historical trends to add to your handicapping strategy for the Run for the Roses.

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Ed Meyer3 min read
Start Thinking Derby - 9 Days Away

Start Thinking Derby - 9 Days Away

With 9 days until the Kentucky Derby, it's time to start serious handicapping. Many bettors are still undecided, but this post begins analyzing contenders like Girvin to help you find value.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
People You Meet 'Long the Way

People You Meet 'Long the Way

Reflecting on a handicapper's early days, this post recalls quiet mornings and influential people who shaped a love for horse racing, like mentor Paul.

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Ed Meyer5 min read
Bankroll Builders

Bankroll Builders

Learn strategies for building your horse racing bankroll, especially during big race seasons like the Kentucky Derby prep trail. Explore the benefits of group handicapping to spread risk and maximize potential payouts.

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Ed Meyer4 min read
Derby Trail - 4/17/17

Derby Trail - 4/17/17

The Derby preps are complete, and the final countdown to the Kentucky Derby begins. Learn how Winning Ponies' E-Z Win Forms can help you analyze the contenders.

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Ed Meyer3 min read
Winning Ponies - Free Selections - Saturday - 4/15/17

Winning Ponies - Free Selections - Saturday - 4/15/17

Get free horse racing selections for Oaklawn Park on April 15, 2017, featuring picks for the G3 Count Fleet H. and Northern Spur Stakes. Kentucky Derby prep season continues.

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Ed Meyer3 min read
Tougher the Race the Better the Player

Tougher the Race the Better the Player

Tougher horse racing fields with more contenders often yield better value and payouts for bettors. Learn why larger fields can be more profitable.

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Ed Meyer4 min read
Derby Trail - 4/10/17

Derby Trail - 4/10/17

The Derby trail remains murky after the Toyota Bluegrass Stakes at Keeneland, where the undefeated McCraken returned to make the Kentucky Derby picture even tougher.

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Ed Meyer3 min read
Derby Trail -  4/3/17

Derby Trail - 4/3/17

April marks the sprint to the Kentucky Derby, but recent prep races at Gulfstream didn't clarify the picture. This handicapper is now searching for value bets on the trail.

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Ed Meyer3 min read
Free Selections Florida Derby Card - 4/1/17

Free Selections Florida Derby Card - 4/1/17

Get free selections for the 2017 Florida Derby card at Gulfstream Park, including a Pick Four. We highlight past Florida Derby winners who also claimed the Kentucky Derby.

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Ed Meyer5 min read
Derby Trail - 3/29/17

Derby Trail - 3/29/17

The 2017 Derby Trail picture remains unclear, but upcoming races like the Florida Derby and Louisiana Derby will clarify contenders. We also recap the G3 Spiral Stakes.

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Ed Meyer2 min read