J. Keeler Johnson

J. Keeler Johnson (also known as “Keelerman”) is a writer, blogger, videographer, handicapper, and all-around horse racing enthusiast who was drawn to the sport by Curlin's quest to become North America's richest racehorse.

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Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Navy Seal cuts back in distance

Thu Nov 21 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Nov. 21 at Churchill Downs, including a trio of win bets.

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Racing at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Media)

Racing at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Media)

Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 10-1 longshot at Churchill Downs

Wed Nov 20 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Nov. 20 at Churchill Downs and Tampa Bay Downs, including a 10-1 longshot to play in Churchill’s $7,347 Super High 5 carryover.

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Guns Loaded breaking his maiden at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Media)

Guns Loaded breaking his maiden at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Media)

Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Guns Loaded wins for D’Angelo

Tue Nov 19 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Trainer Jose D’Angelo has yet to saddle a Kentucky Derby (G1) starter, but that may change in 2025. Guns Loaded looks like the type who can factor on the Road to the Kentucky Derby.

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Racing at Turf Paradise (Photo by Coady Media/Turf Paradise)

Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 4-1 shot at Turf Paradise

Tue Nov 19 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Nov. 19 at Finger Lakes, Mahoning Valley, and Turf Paradise, including analysis of the $1,288 Pick 6 carryover at Finger Lakes.

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Bullard romps in the Bob Hope at Del Mar

Bullard romps in the Bob Hope at Del Mar (Photo by Benoit Photo)

Kentucky Derby Roundup: Previewing the Cattleya Stakes

Mon Nov 18 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Let’s get up to speed on upcoming Kentucky Derby (G1) action and recount a few noteworthy developments from last week:

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Mahoning Valley Race Course (Photo courtesy of Mahoning Valley)

Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Speed is the key for Availability

Mon Nov 18 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Nov. 18 at Mahoning Valley, Turf Paradise, and Zia Park.

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Churchill: $251,779 Pick 5 carryover, $200 Feeder tournament

Sun Nov 17 2024J. Keeler Johnson

The 50-cent Late Pick 5 went unsolved at Churchill Downs on Saturday, triggering a massive $251,779 carryover into Sunday’s card.

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Racing at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Media)

Racing at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Media)

Analyzing a tournament and carryovers at Churchill, Woodbine

Sat Nov 16 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Two Super High 5 carryovers (one with a mandatory payout) and an enticing tournament are among the Saturday betting opportunities at Churchill Downs and Woodbine.

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Tamara winning the Del Mar Debutante (Photo by Benoit Photo)

Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Tamara can win her return

Fri Nov 15 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Nov. 15 at Churchill Downs and Del Mar, along with tickets for Gulfstream Park’s $2,546 Super High 5 carryover.

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Racing at Aqueduct (Photo by Coglianese Photos)

Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Aqueduct’s $51,725 Pick 6 carryover

Thu Nov 14 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Nov. 14 at Churchill Downs and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with a horse to single in Aqueduct’s $51,725 Pick 6 carryover.

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Racing at Mountaineer (Photo by Coady Media/Mountaineer)

Racing at Mountaineer (Photo by Coady Media/Mountaineer)

Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Mountaineer’s $1,223 Super High 5 carryover

Wed Nov 13 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Nov. 13 at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Churchill Downs, along with tickets for Mountaineer’s $1,223 Super High 5 carryover.

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Racing at Horseshoe Indianapolis (Photo by Coady Media/Horseshoe Indianapolis)

Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Play these 8-1 shots

Tue Nov 12 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Nov. 12 at Mahoning Valley and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with a ticket for the $5,306 Pick 6 carryover at Finger Lakes.

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Admiral Dennis breaking his maiden at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Media)

Admiral Dennis breaking his maiden at Churchill Downs (Photo by Coady Media)

Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Admiral Dennis wins second try

Mon Nov 11 2024J. Keeler Johnson

The week after the Breeders’ Cup tends to be a quiet one in U.S. horse racing. But “quiet” is relative; there’s never a dull moment where the Kentucky Derby (G1) is concerned.

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