Working sabbatical

There seem to be less hours in a day than there used to be. Another pressing family matter has caused me to suspend wagering activities--and therefore, frequent posts to this blog.

At the same time, I am working on a second edition of Monster Movers. This time I no longer feel the need to prove that the system works. i have done so in spades. My major initiative in this version is to explore the individual factors--class, pace, distance, etc.--that separate 'real' monsters from pretenders. What makes a trainer say go with the longshot?

Some trainer intentions have easily become obvious, but there is still work to be done. I can comfortably state that I have about 65% of the system mastered. There are, however, too many misleading indicators that aren't worth one cent of wagering. When I can rid myself of the false leads, I should be able to increase the size of my bets on--a lot--fewer races. Stay tuned

Castro combo conquers again--at 16-1

Don't say I didn't warn you. Trainer Rodrigo Ubilo and jock Eddie Castro are on a tear on the grass. Today at Belmont it was Kutais striding away in the stretch to easily beat a field of 12, at a more than generous, 16-1. If you read this blog, I recently touted the merits of following this combo. Not even a mention on NYRA's handicapping show. What are you looking at gents? The jock/trainer percentage is merely .38 with a return on investment of $10.05. Read your form.

Paco bats .1000 at Belmont on 5/6

There's a new sheriff in town. His name is Paco Lopez. After riding his first professional race, less than two years ago, the Eclipse Award-winning apprentice is now a successful journeyman and has moved his tack to New York.

On May 6, at Belmont Park, Lopez went 3-for-3 in the winner's circle.

If the ride he gave Drift King to beat odds on favorite in Belmont's the 3rd is any indication, Lopez is going to make his presence felt for a long time. Don't overlook him. It will cost you money.