Originally Posted by ArlJim78

i went with the first one just because it looked easier and because i don't have a feel for things yet. the second one yesterday was wild thats for sure with a $31 horse and a $79 dollar horse. we can do whichever one you want.
no problem.

Originally Posted by Scav

I was just curious that is all. You know as well I as I do that the first couple races at Arlington are always pretty hilarious (UNLESS YOU HAVE THE NUTS in BOB's BEAN running).

I would think from a sanity check, the last four would be better, plus, you probably get two turf races within that sequence

Originally Posted by Scav

8th race
#2 The Alcova Kid - 1st time Block, with Razo, Need a trip but much the best in this race

Originally Posted by Scav

Running Total
Total Wagers: 1
Total Investment: $10
Total Winnings: $0

7th race
#1 Miss Classified - Ramsey most fearless rider on circuit
#2 Itchy Toes - Calabrese now has two trainers on the ground, people won't know Slomkokski (Catalano's brother in law) until he wins his first three/four
#5 Indigo Ice - Bruggemann's other charge owns tactical speed
#6 Photo Image - Ness invader, ????, looks like he wants him sold
8th race
#2 The Alcova Kid - 1st time Block, with Razo, Need a trip but much the best in this race
9th race
#3 Rose Princess - Not real confident in jock but whatever, has the numbers
#4 Close the Deal - Hobby on fire, should get real good trip with the swed going to the lead (#1)
#6 Minimite - Douglas
10th race
#2 Mr. Mischief - Razo back aboard, ran well on turf
#4 No Limit Game - Douglas on lawn, nuff said
#11 Iron Vow - Crazy last work, Rivelli no joke, should show speed, probably next time but will see how far Broken Vow 1st turfer can last

7: 1,2,5,6
8: 2
9: 3,4,6
10: 2,4,11

$36

Originally Posted by brianwspencer

Singling the Alcova Kid. You're a ballsy dude.

I think he's the best, but then again, he's looked the best in a few of his races and can't seal the deal.

On paper, he's a good call for a single, but at least for ME, he's burned me too many times to put that much faith in him.

Hope it works out for you.

Originally Posted by hoovesupsideyourhead

pp 8 nic the quick...looks to be the danger has back nos and can get the dist ml 8-1

pp 12 start guest is the only other horse id include..imo

Originally Posted by Scav

They are not beating The Alcova Kid today, only thing that beats him today is bad racing luck

Originally Posted by Scav

He gets the benefit of Block now, and there is NO ONE NEAR him on the TG. 5pts better then anyone...he will be 4/5 today my guess

I know you know Arlington, and I know you know what a difference from Geier to Block.....

Originally Posted by hoovesupsideyourhead

pp 8 nic the quick...looks to be the danger has back nos and can get the dist ml 8-1

Originally Posted by brianwspencer

I know. I understand all of that. I'm just saying while he's not been 4/5 best in any race, he's had more than his fair share of chances, and a few where he looked like the obvious winner on paper.

Obviously he's your most likely winner, I just think it still takes balls to single a horse like that. I'm not playing it today, so for your sake, I'll hope it works out -- and it likely will. It's just not a horse I personally could be that confident in, even with the paper advantage.


And I think Call Me Goer is interesting if 'Kid comes up short along with the one you listed.

Originally Posted by Scav

BTW, how did you get hooked up with DAK? That is pretty cool that you are running commentary in the program now.....

Originally Posted by brianwspencer

Weird, winding story that started way back when I had just finished high school.

Had been in touch on and off, and through some blogging and the HPWS opportunity, we got back in touch. He offered me some work this summer, and I said yes. Most of it is behind the scenes file cleaning work and some research that will be coming up -- but I get to do the fun stuff from time to time too.

Originally Posted by Scav

Congrats, not a bad ordeal

Originally Posted by brianwspencer

Thanks.

I figure I'm already obsessively following the meet, spending every free day out there, and analyzing replays to death and taking crazy notes all meet anyway, so making some extra money on the side for doing what I was going to do anyway is about as good a deal as I'm going to find.

Originally Posted by Scav

Yep...While yesterday was a very good day for me, it totally messed with my psychy as I want to be out there every day now :)

Originally Posted by Scav

Yep...While yesterday was a very good day for me, it totally messed with my psychy as I want to be out there every day now :)

Originally Posted by brianwspencer

Dude, I know. Your post in the other forum is exactly how I felt out there last weekend. This 9-6 job is killing me, and I'll miss most Fridays and only get to spend Saturdays and Sundays out there.

Just wait til Churchill is over and the stock gets a bit better too, it's going to be a great summer.

Originally Posted by dellinger63

Should be out there tomorrow but I'll jump in just for practice sake...

early pic 4 3,5/1A,2,5/2,6/3,7,8,9 $48

Late pic 4 3,4/2,8,12/3,5,6/1,2,10 $54

Good Luck and Brian, Bob showed me your writeups last Saturday. Pretty cool.

Originally Posted by brianwspencer

I will be out there tomorrow. Should be upstairs for a couple of races working on stuff, but will be down by midday to grab a beer and hang out.

Originally Posted by brianwspencer

I will be out there tomorrow. Should be upstairs for a couple of races working on stuff, but will be down by midday to grab a beer and hang out.

Originally Posted by Scav

Arlington Park

Friday, May 9, 2008 10:00 AM Weather: 60* Mostly Sunny

Polytrack: Fast
Turf:

RACE 1

RACE 2

RACE 3
Scratch #1a (Poe) - Rebounded

RACE 5

RACE 6
Scratch #4 – Arizona Rose No Superfecta Wagers
Scratch #5 – B Blue

RACE 7
Scratch # 3 – Justasprinkle No Trifecta or Show wagers
Scratch # 6 – Photo Image

RACE 8

RACE 9
Scratch # 8 – Tatum Girl

RACE 10
Scratch #1a (Poe) – Beat the Breeze

Originally Posted by dellinger63

Cuts my late pic 4 from $54 to $27 :)

Just noticed on AP website Habersham handing out Mother's Day roses last year.

Originally Posted by SentToStud

will make my first AP appearance of the year next Friday the 16th. Will keep an eye peeled for familiar faces.

Originally Posted by SentToStud

will make my first AP appearance of the year next Friday the 16th. Will keep an eye peeled for familiar faces.

Originally Posted by Scav

Are you staying for the 17th?

Originally Posted by SentToStud

will make my first AP appearance of the year next Friday the 16th. Will keep an eye peeled for familiar faces.