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.

Racing at Presque Isle Downs.

Racing at Presque Isle Downs. (Photo by Coady Photography)

Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: How to bet Presque Isle’s Pick 5 carryover

Tue Sep 02 2025J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Sept. 2 at Finger Lakes, Horseshoe Indianapolis, and Assiniboia Downs, along with a ticket for the $522 Pick 5 carryover at Presque Isle Downs.

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Fierceness wins the Pacific Classic at Del Mar.

Fierceness wins the Pacific Classic at Del Mar. (Photo by Horsephotos.com)

Breeders’ Cup Roundup: Big wins for Fierceness, Antiquarian

Mon Sep 01 2025J. Keeler Johnson

The 2025 Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar is 59 days away. Catch up on the latest news and developments with our weekly Breeders’ Cup Roundup:

Breeders Cup

Racing at Del Mar

Racing at Del Mar (Photo by Benoit Photo)

Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Saratoga’s $165,580 Pick 6 carryover, Del Mar stakes

Sun Aug 31 2025J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares Labor Day best bets and quick picks for Monday, Sept. 1, at Saratoga and Del Mar, along with horses to play in Pick 6 carryovers at Saratoga and Colonial Downs.

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Racing at Kentucky Downs. (Photo by Coady Photography)

Kentucky Downs: How to bet the $5,528 Super High 5 carryover

Sun Aug 31 2025J. Keeler Johnson

If you can select the top five finishers, in order, in Sunday’s 11th race at Kentucky Downs, you can win a share of a $5,528 carryover in the 50-cent Super High 5.

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Racing at Colonial Downs.

Racing at Colonial Downs. (Photo by Coady Photography)

Colonial Downs: Singles for the $24,223 Pick 5 carryover

Sat Aug 30 2025J. Keeler Johnson

The Saturday card at Colonial Downs is highlighted by a lucrative $24,223 carryover in the 50-cent Late Pick 5.

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Dynamic Pricing parlayed a ground-saving trip into a Just a Game upset

Dynamic Pricing parlayed a ground-saving trip into a Just a Game upset (Photo by Coglianese Photos)

Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Saratoga’s $85,967 Pick 6 carryover

Fri Aug 29 2025J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Aug. 29 at Saratoga, Colonial Downs, and Del Mar, including horses to play in Saratoga’s $85,967 Pick 6 carryover.

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Tok Tok wins the Kitten's Joy S. over Triple Espresso

Colonial Downs (Photo by Coady Photography)

Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Colonial’s $30,505 Pick 6 carryover

Thu Aug 28 2025J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Aug. 28 at Saratoga, Kentucky Downs, and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with a horse to single in the $30,505 Pick 6 carryover at Colonial Downs.

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Racing at Colonial Downs.

Racing at Colonial Downs. (Photo by Coady Photography)

Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Colonial’s $16,272 Pick 6 carryover

Wed Aug 27 2025J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Aug. 27 at Colonial Downs, Delaware Park, and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a horse to single in Colonial’s $16,272 Pick 6 carryover.

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Racing at Horseshoe Indianapolis

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

Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Three juveniles at two tracks

Tue Aug 26 2025J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Aug. 26 at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Presque Isle Downs, including a first-time starter at 8-1 odds.

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Sovereignty wins the Travers at Saratoga.

Sovereignty wins the Travers at Saratoga. (Photo by Horsephotos.com)

Breeders’ Cup Roundup: Sovereignty shines again in Travers

Mon Aug 25 2025J. Keeler Johnson

The 2025 Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar is 66 days away. Catch up on the latest news and developments with our weekly Breeders’ Cup Roundup:

Breeders Cup

Racing at Finger Lakes (Photo by SV Photography)

Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Go Get It can win at 5-1

Mon Aug 25 2025J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Aug. 25 at Finger Lakes, Horseshoe Indianapolis, and Assiniboia Downs, along with a horse to single in the $1,091 Pick 5 carryover at Presque Isle Downs.

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Racing at Ellis Park.

Racing at Ellis Park. (Photo by Coady Photography)

Analyzing mandatory-payout Pick 6 carryovers at Ellis, Gulfstream

Sun Aug 24 2025J. Keeler Johnson

A couple of mandatory-payout Pick 6 carryovers at Ellis Park and Gulfstream Park add great betting value to Sunday’s Thoroughbred horse racing action.

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Racing at Colonial Downs.

Racing at Colonial Downs. (Photo by Coady Photography)

Colonial Downs: How to bet the $14,179 Pick 5 carryover

Sat Aug 23 2025J. Keeler Johnson

There are a couple of enticing carryovers to chase on Saturday at Colonial Downs.

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