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Harness Weekly Update: Dexter, Buckeye Wins & Exotics
The TwinSpires Harness Blog Weekly Update covers our successes and failures from selected features and the horses-to-watch list (H2W).
Betting Info
Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit faces stiff Triple Crown challenge
Day-after reflections on the Kentucky Derby (G1) involve not only an analysis of how the race was won and lost, but also what it portends for the remaining jewels of the Triple Crown. While Medina Spirit’s victory was both brave and historic, his task only gets tougher from here.
Racing
Baron Browning was the biggest steal of the 2021 NFL Draft
Baron Browning gives the Broncos a talented and athletic new linebacker who can help continue a recent tradition of defensive excellence in the Mile High City.
NFL
Division-leading Giants still third in NL West odds
The battle for NL West supremacy was supposed to be a two-horse race between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres in 2021. Apparently, the San Francisco Giants didn’t get the memo.
MLB
Who is the ultimate Wisconsin Badger?
Who is the ultimate Badger? It is Ron Dayne, Mark Johnson, Jessie Vetter McConnell, or Ultimate Badger the horse? Let's examine the case for each.
Racing
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays of the day for May 2
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares his picks and plays for Sunday at Belmont, Lone Star, and Santa Anita, along with a potential single to conclude the $288,645 Pick 6 carryover at Gulfstream.
wagering
Top 10 Kentucky Derby racing trends
Before you place your bets on the 2021 Run for the Roses, take a look at the top 10 Kentucky Derby trends from the last decade of races.
Racing
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays of the day for May 1
J. Keeler Johnson shares his picks and plays for Saturday at Belmont Park and Churchill Downs, including a ticket for the mandatory-payout $99,382 Pick 6 carryover culminating with the Kentucky Derby.
wagering
How to bet the 2021 Kentucky Derby on different budgets
Depending on the budget you’ve allocated for betting the Kentucky Derby, we’ve outlined three wagering strategies at costs of $30, $60, and $100.
Racing
How to make money with Essential Quality in the Kentucky Derby
A total of 19 horses will challenge unbeaten champion #14 Essential Quality (2-1) for the top prize in Saturday’s $3 million Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs. The sterling son of Tapit has done nothing wrong from five lifetime outings, and his last pair of efforts rank among his best ones to date. The Brad Cox pupil will be heavily backed in the win pool, and deservedly so, but there is certain value to be had in the vertical exotics in such a sizable field. I will tab a handful of runners that I feel are worth including in the gimmicks.
Racing
Kentucky Derby Jockey Profile: Irad Ortiz Jr.
There’s a reason why Irad Ortiz Jr. has won three consecutive Eclipse Awards for outstanding jockey.
Racing
May 1 spot plays at Churchill Downs
The seven graded stakes will take the spotlight, but there are seven other events with plenty of appeal on the slate. I will try to build my bankroll early on.
Racing
Malathaat stays unbeaten in Kentucky Oaks
Shadwell Stable’s Malathaat overcame a problematic start and a stubborn Search Results to extend her record to 5-for-5 in Friday’s $1.25 million Kentucky Oaks (G1).
Racing
How to bet the 2021 Oaklawn Invitational Stakes
With most eyes at Churchill Downs, Oaklawn Park will also play host to a race that has 2021 Triple Crown implications.
Racing
Who is the best Kentucky Derby winner of the 2000s?
The Kentucky Derby (G1) is coming up on Saturday, May 1. For this week's poll, let's look back into Derby history...but not too far back.
Racing
Kentucky Derby Jockey Profile: Brian Hernandez
From standout apprentice to accomplished journeyman, Brian Hernandez has been as consistent a jockey as you’ll ever hope to find.
Racing
Which Kentucky Derby 147 undercard stakes is your perfect race?
Which Kentucky Derby 147 undercard stakes is your perfect race?
Racing
Mucciolo: How I am playing the Kentucky Derby
Champion #14 Essential Quality (2-1) is a most deserving favorite in the cast but offers little value in the win pool.
Racing
Daily Underdog Picks: Injury-riddled Jazz will cover against red-hot Suns
The Jazz will be without Mike Conley and Donovan Mitchell on Friday night, but still have enough talent to keep things close against the Suns.
NBA
2021 Kentucky Derby tipsheet
The best three-year-old Thoroughbreds in North America have assembled for Saturday’s $3 million Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs, and we're examining the field in horse-by-horse fashion.
Racing
2021 Kentucky Oaks tipsheet
The Kentucky Derby might receive more press, but the Friday’s $1.25 million Kentucky Oaks (G1) at Churchill Downs looks just as competitive on paper.
Racing
NASCAR Buschy McBusch Race 400 odds and value picks
Kansas Speedway is the site for Sunday’s Buschy McBusch Race 400, a NASCAR Cup Series event that was named by the fans via contest. Denny Hamlin looks like a beatable favorite.
NASCAR
2021 Kentucky Derby one-liners
If you’re finding it challenging to sift through the Kentucky Derby contenders this year, you’re not alone.
Racing
"Mattress Mack" is betting big on Kentucky Derby favorite Essential Quality
Furniture store entrepreneur Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale will wager anywhere from $2 million to $4 million on the unbeaten colt at Churchill Downs.
Racing
Belmont Park: Stakes plays for May 1
A trio of graded stakes tilts will headline a fine 11-race card on the first Saturday of racing at the Belmont Park meeting. A pair of Grade 2 events on the green are joined by a Grade 3 contest over Big Sandy.
Racing
Kentucky Oaks Day spot plays at Churchill Downs
We'll concentrate our spot plays on the final three stakes on the Kentucky Oaks card, including the fascinating feature of the day.
Racing
Spot Plays for the Kentucky Derby card and 2000 Guineas
The Kentucky Derby (G1) is back where it belongs in 2021, on the first Saturday in May, and as expected the entire 14-race card at Churchill Downs is tremendous.
Racing
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays for April 30
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares his picks and plays for Friday, April 30 at Belmont Park and Churchill Downs, including a ticket for the $25,697 Pick 6 carryover on the Kentucky Oaks (G1) card.
Racing
MLB picks: Braves vs. Blue Jays, Royals vs. Twins
There are plenty of wagering options for the final Friday night MLB slate of April, but we’ve narrowed things down to our two best bets of the evening!
MLB
Premier League Goalscorer Parlay for Matchweek 34
There are three English strikers in good form who all have hopes of playing in the Euros this summer, and a $10 parlay on them returns a tidy $150.
Soccer
Winners and losers from Day 1 of the 2021 NFL Draft
The Bengals were among the big winners on Day 1 of the NFL Draft after nabbing LSU wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase with the fifth overall pick.
NFL
NFL Draft Notebook: Raiders will regret selecting Alex Leatherwood
Las Vegas selected Alex Leatherwood with the 17th overall pick on Thursday. While the offensive lineman fills a need, analysts universally agree he should have come off the board far later.
NFL
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: April 30, 2021
Happy Oaks Day! We're talking some of Jason's favorite Kentucky Derby memories on today's showk looking at some of the undercard stakes events, discussing some ticket sequencing, and more!
Racing
Mucciolo: Playing exotics in the Kentucky Derby
With a full field of 20 horses going postward in the Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs on Saturday, it might be worthwhile to spread your wagers out a bit rather than get fixated on a single contender. Numerous things can go wrong in the 1 ¼-mile race, where young thoroughbreds are running a distance that they have never tried before against the deepest field that they have ever taken part of.
Racing
How to bet the Kentucky Oaks/Derby Pick 6 at Churchill Downs
Let’s take a race-by-race look at the two-day, $2 Oaks/Derby Pick 6 offering from Churchill Downs and assemble a ticket on a $120 budget.
Racing
Can the Carolina Hurricanes storm their way to a Stanley Cup?
Carolina's odds of winning the Stanley Cup have moved to +900, which puts them fifth on the board at this point of the season.
NHL
Analyzing the running styles of 2021 Kentucky Derby contenders
Post positions for the 2021 Kentucky Derby were drawn on Tuesday, the last step necessary for handicappers to finalize their pace predictions and guesstimate which horses will receive ideal trips.
Racing
Racing Spotlight: Dayoutoftheoffice, Paco Lopez, Wesley Ward
Racing Spotlight: Dayoutoftheoffice, Paco Lopez, Wesley Ward
Racing
More Than One Way to Wear Roses
Ron McAnally built a Hall of Fame career training superstars like John Henry and Bayakoa and sent 10 horses to the Kentucky Derby over his 50-year career. Though fourth place is his best finish as a trainer, as co-breeder of leading contender Rock Your World, McAnally is a rarity Derby history. He follows in the footsteps of another legendary breeder/trainer - the “Wizard of the Turf,” John E. Madden.
Racing
Jared Goff's record against every NFL team
Let's look back at new Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff's journey in the league, as we break down his regular-season and postseason records against every NFL team.
NFL
Meltdown slot machine review, payouts, and bonus to play online
Discover why Meltdown is Everi's longest running three-reel success.
Casino News
Harness Racing: Dexter, Graduates, Sophs In Focus
TwinSpires covers the Hambletonian-worthy colts in the Dexter Cup as the Grand Circuit continues on Kentucky Derby Day.
Betting Info
These are the five fighters Jake Paul should be targeting
From Jorge Masvidal to his own brother Logan, here are the five fighters Jake Paul should consider for his next bout.
Boxing
The best jockeys that have never won the Kentucky Derby
A horseman’s greatness is often determined by their success in Triple Crown races, particularly the Kentucky Derby (G1). These five outstanding jockeys are without a win in the "Run for the Roses."
Racing
The best longshot to bet in the 2021 Kentucky Derby
The search for value in the 147th running of the Kentucky Derby (G1) can be a tricky proposal for those in the camp of #14 Essential Quality (2-1).
Racing
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays for April 29
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares his picks and plays for Thursday, April 29 at Churchill Downs and Lone Star Park, along with horses of note in Belmont Park’s $61,086 Pick 6 carryover.
wagering
How do you Derby? A Photo Essay with Jamie Newell
Photo Essay: How do you Derby?
Racing
MLB picks: Dodgers vs. Brewers, Rockies vs. Diamondbacks
Let’s preview a pair of series openers as we make our Thursday night baseball selections.
MLB
The Name Game: The thread connecting all 20 Kentucky Derby contenders
Like a Helium balloon, the Essential Quality it takes to contest the Kentucky Derby has once again risen to the top.
Racing
NBA Trends: The Wizards have cast a fire spell
The Washington Wizards have now covered the spread in 11 of their past 14 games this season.
NBA
