Saratoga Friday: Saranac Stakes Full Card Selections

The Saratoga meet has been marred by heavy rainfall & high profile breakdowns. Friday they look to enter the homestretch of the meet under clear skies and incident free.

Full Card Analysis

Saratoga Race Course- 1

Post: 1:10 PM ET; $136.5k Maiden Special Weight going 5 1/2 f on turf; Entries: 10

• #2 IRISH GENT (7-2) debuts here and receives the top selection. He deserves respect competing under the Pletcher and Ortiz combination.
• #6 REVEREND MOON (3-1) should progress from the initial start and seems to be a major contender in this race. He’s likely to set the early pace in this spot. This one boasts the pedigree to establish a significant presence in this race.
• #5 HARD PAR (9-2) ought to improve from the initial start and seems to be a noteworthy contender in this race. He possesses races of sufficient quality to outperform this field. This one demonstrates remarkably consistent pace figures, which should serve well in a moderately paced race.
• #3 SONOFASHIP (6-1) shouldn’t be dismissed. He appears to be the class standout of the field.

Selections: 2 – 6 – 5 – 3

Saratoga Race Course- 2

Post: 1:44 PM ET; $88k Maiden Special Weight going 6 f on dirt; Entries: 9

• #8 MY MANE SQUEEZE (7-2) should advance from the first start and emerges as the top pick. She possesses races of sufficient quality to outperform this group. This one showcases solid early pace figures in a race that seems to lack substantial front-running speed.
• #1 DOLOMITE (5-2) debuts here and deserves consideration. She should be respected, representing the Brown and Prat partnership.
• #5 CAROL T (10-1) stands as a longshot and is probably best to place beneath on most tickets. She
• #6 SNARKY (6-1) should progress from the initial start and is probably best to place beneath on most tickets. She could emerge as a potentially threatening presence to take the lead.

Selections: 8 – 1 – 5 – 6

Saratoga Race Course- 3

Post: 2:20 PM ET; $100k Allowance Optional Claiming going 6 f on dirt; Entries: 7

• #3 KHALI MAGIC (2-1) appears strongest here. She possesses races of sufficient quality to outperform this group. This one boasts remarkably consistent pace figures, suitable for a moderately paced race.
• #2 SECURITY CODE (7-2) seems to be a major contender in this race. She maintains a steady running style and anticipates a reasonably balanced pace in this scenario.
• #5 FANCY JOKE (5-2) appears to be a marginal contender in this spot. She should be respected, with Rodriguez and Ortiz as her connections.
• #7 OK HONEY (12-1) stands as a longshot and shouldn’t be dismissed. She has displayed impressive consistency in recent outings and appears prepared to deliver a strong performance here.

Selections: 3 – 2 – 5 – 7

Saratoga Race Course- 4

Post: 2:52 PM ET; $175k Saranac S. going 1 1/16 m on turf; Entries: 8

• #2 CARL SPACKLER (4-5) secures the top selection. He has shown remarkable consistency in recent starts and appears primed for a significant performance here. This one represents the Brown stable and enlists Gaffalione in the irons.
• #5 ACTIVIST INVESTING (7-2) should be competitive in this spot. He has demonstrated an ability to handle these conditions in prior outings. This one has displayed impressive consistency in recent starts and appears primed for a significant performance here.
• #1 TAKING CANDY (8-1) seems to be a marginal contender in this spot. He has demonstrated impressive consistency in recent starts and appears primed for a significant performance here.
• #3 FREEDOM TRAIL (10-1) stands as a longshot and is probably best to place beneath on most tickets. He shouldn’t encounter difficulties with the distance.

Selections: 2 – 5 – 1 – 3

Saratoga Race Course- 5

Post: 3:26 PM ET; $136.5k Maiden Special Weight going 1 m on dirt; Entries: 11

• #5 LOCKED (6-5) should improve from the first start and earns the top pick. He has displayed remarkable consistency in recent starts and appears primed for a significant performance here. This one shouldn’t encounter difficulties with the distance.
• #8 RIGHT TO VOTE (8-1) debuts here and is probably best to place beneath on most tickets. He represents the Brown stable and enlists Prat in the irons.
• #9 RESILIENCE (8-1) debuts here and is probably best to place beneath on most tickets. He deserves respect, considering the combination of Mott and Ortiz.
• #6 DRUM ROLL PLEASE (5-1) should progress from the initial start and is probably best to place beneath on most tickets. He deserves respect, going out under the combination of Cox and Rosario.

Selections: 5 – 8 – 9 – 6

Saratoga Race Course- 6

Post: 4:00 PM ET; $88k Maiden Special Weight going 6 f on dirt; Entries: 10

• #1 EKWANOK (5-1) should improve from the first start and appears strongest here. She enters the race in impressive form.
• #3 FOCUS POCUS (3-1) should advance from the initial start and seems to be a major contender in this race. She shouldn’t encounter difficulties with the distance. This one possesses races of sufficient quality to outperform this group.
• #5 MISS MAXIMUS (4-1) debuts here and is a marginal contender in this spot. She should be respected, with Cox and Santana as her connections.
• #2 MY KINDA MISCHIEF (9-2) should progress from the initial start and isn’t without hope. She has demonstrated an ability to handle these conditions in prior outings.

Selections: 1 – 3 – 5 – 2

Saratoga Race Course- 7

Post: 4:34 PM ET; $149.5k Allowance going 1 1/16 m on turf; Entries: 14

• #8 EXPAND THE MAP (2-1) secures the top selection. She will likely face a considerable challenge in the stretch but could contend with a strong finish. This one deserves respect, representing the Brown and Ortiz partnership.
• #7 I’M SO SORRY (8-1) shouldn’t be dismissed. She enters the race in impressive form. This one is likely to engage in the early pace in this spot.
• #11 RAGING SEA (9-5) shouldn’t be dismissed. She makes sense based on speed figures. This one will probably position herself in the leading group of runners and should contend late.
• #9 AMANDA’S FOLLY (6-1) shouldn’t be dismissed. She represents the Rice stable and enlists Ortiz in the irons.

Selections: 8 – 7 – 11 – 9

Saratoga Race Course- 8

Post: 5:10 PM ET; $45k Claiming going 7 f on dirt; Entries: 10

• #8 FORCED RANKING (7-2) is the top pick. He shouldn’t encounter difficulties with the distance. This one possesses solid early pace figures in a race that appears to lack significant front-running speed.
• #2 AMERICAN LAW (5-2) appears to be a major contender in this race. He has races of sufficient quality to outperform this group. This one holds the highest overall power rating in the field.
• #9 IMPROPER (10-1) stands as a longshot and appears to be a major contender in this race. He could emerge as a potentially threatening presence to secure the lead.
• #1 MORNING CUP (9-2) shouldn’t be dismissed. He possesses solid early pace figures in a race that appears to lack significant front-running speed.

Selections: 8 – 2 – 9 – 1

Saratoga Race Course- 9

Post: 5:44 PM ET; $100k Allowance Optional Claiming going 5 1/2 f on turf; Entries: 11

• #5 FEATHERS ROAD (10-1) stands as a longshot and appears strongest here. He has demonstrated an ability to handle these conditions in prior outings. This one possesses races of sufficient quality to outperform this group.
• #3 KING MOONRACER (9-2) seems to be a major contender in this race. He should position himself in the second tier of runners and make a well-timed move toward the leaders.
• #8 DISARMED (7-2) appears to be a major contender in this race. He will likely position himself in the leading group of runners and should contend late. This one has shown an ability to handle these conditions in previous outings.
• #2 VACATION DANCE (6-1) should be competitive in this spot. He has races of sufficient quality to outperform this group. This one might benefit from a heated pace up front.

Selections: 5 – 3 – 8 – 2

Saratoga Race Course- 10

Post: 6:18 PM ET; $35k Claiming going 1 m on dirt; Entries: 13

• #9 DEPUTY CONNECT (7-2) secures the top selection. He makes sense based on speed figures. This one deserves respect, competing under the Cox and Geroux combination.
• #12 BOLD LOOKER (4-1) appears to be a major contender in this race. He shouldn’t encounter difficulties with the distance. This one might benefit from a heated pace up front.
• #1 SKATE TO HEAVEN (6-1) should be competitive in this spot. He should be respected, representing the Rice and Ortiz partnership.
• #8 PROVEN HOPE (8-1) should be competitive in this spot. He is projected to settle mid-pack and make a late move.

Selections: 9 – 12 – 1 – 8

Betting News Horse Racing Coverage

Betting News provides in depth analysis of the week’s biggest races. This week’s lineup includes Saturday and Sunday cards.

Saturday

• Grade 1 Pacific Classic from Del Mar including 5 stakes races and three Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” races.
• Grade 1 Jockey Club Gold Cup from Saratoga including 4 stakes races and two Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” races.

Sunday

• Grade 1 Spinaway from Saratoga.