The Jury: Expert Picks, Bets and Fades for Dec. 23 [Video]

Thu Dec 21 2023TwinSpires Staff

Racing analysts Ashley Anderson, James Scully, and Darin Zoccali talk stakes races at Fair Grounds, and more. Ashley and James provide their thoughts in the written portion below. Be sure to check out Darin's opinions in our on-camera portion as well!
How to bet the Untapable Stakes

Thu Dec 21 2023John Mucciolo

A compact but talented field of two-year-old fillies will vie in Saturday’s $100,000 Untapable S. at Fair Grounds. Second-time starter #5 Legadema (3-1) ran off to a convincing debut score at Churchill Downs in a 5 1/2-furlong dash at Churchill Downs on November 23, and the Arrogate filly will be the one to catch and beat while making her route debut on Saturday.
How to bet With, and Against, Agoo in the Sugar Bowl Stakes

Thu Dec 21 2023John Mucciolo

A total of six colts will speed three-quarters of a mile on the Fair Grounds dirt in Saturday’s $100,000 Sugar Bowl S.
Exotics Plays for the 2023 Tropical Park Derby

Thu Dec 21 2023John Mucciolo

An overflow field of 14 three-year-olds will go postward in Saturday’s $125,000 Tropical Park Derby at Gulfstream Park. The 1 1/16-mile test on the turf attracted some very talented runners in a tough handicapping assignment.
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Wager on this 12-1 longshot

Thu Dec 21 2023J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Dec. 21 at Turfway Park, along with analysis of Super High 5 carryovers at Turfway and Gulfstream Park.
Meet the Contenders: 2023 Gun Runner Stakes

Thu Dec 21 2023TwinSpires Staff

Meet the horses running in the 2023 Gun Runner Stakes at Fair Grounds. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
How to bet the Allen H. Jerkens Memorial Handicap

Wed Dec 20 2023John Mucciolo

A total of eight turf stayers will travel a demanding two miles on the Gulfstream Park lawn in Sunday’s $100,000 Allen H. Jerkens Memorial H.
How to bet the 2023 Joseph Broussard Stakes

Wed Dec 20 2023John Mucciolo

An octet of fillies and mares will go two turns on the Fair Grounds dirt in Friday’s $100,000 Joseph E. Spanky Broussard Memorial S. The well-matched field boasts a pair of runners from the barn of Kenny McPeek, including top selection #1 Corningstone (4-1).  
Tipsheet: 2023 Gun Runner Stakes

Wed Dec 20 2023John Mucciolo

A sharp field of eight two-year-old prospects will travel 1 1/16 miles on the Fair Grounds dirt in Saturday’s $100,000 Gun Runner S. The 2024 Road to the Kentucky Derby challenge series contest will give the top-five finishers qualifying points towards Churchill Downs on May 4 on a 10-5-3-2-1 structure.
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 12-1 longshots at Turfway

Wed Dec 20 2023J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Dec. 20 at Turfway Park, including a 12-1 longshot to use in the $1,419 Super High 5 carryover.
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 8-1 longshot at Zia

Tue Dec 19 2023J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares picks and plays for Tuesday, Dec. 19 at Mahoning Valley and Zia Park, including a $25 cold exacta.
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $4,761 Pick 5 at Mahoning

Mon Dec 18 2023J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares picks and plays for Monday, Dec. 18 at Mahoning Valley, including a ticket for the $4,761 Pick 5 carryover.
Analyzing carryovers galore at Fair Grounds and Woodbine

Sun Dec 17 2023J. Keeler Johnson

J. Keeler Johnson shares horses to play in Sunday carryovers at Fair Grounds and Woodbine, including Woodbine’s mandatory-payout $113,156 Pick 6.