Can Patches O'Houlihan be beaten? The speedy gelding has only lost twice in 13 races and he is unbeaten this year with new rider Sofia Vives.
Handicapping
Two-year-old and bottom-level claiming races where anything can happen point to the possibility of a boxcar payoff.
Baby races have been our nemesis, but this pick-5 is finally one to believe in; plus a look at how last week's wagering shook out.
This open race traditionally pits US-breds against Canadian-breds and this 115th running has a fascinating mix of juveniles.
There are lots of choices in multiple directions which might all be right - or they could all be wrong; this is, after all, the Breeders’ Cup.
We sort out a challenging array of maidens, turf route specialists, class-droppers, non-winners and first-time starters.
I feel pretty comfortable with this $12 pick-5, and a superfecta wheel which covers the chances of something crazy happening (again).
A look back at the crazy week that was as we brush ourselves off and look ahead to Saturday's Pick-5 at Woodbine.
Here are a few approaches to picking a winner among the 10 fillies and mares in this Grade 3 event at Woodbine on Saturday.
The tricky maiden races continue at Woodbine on tomorrow’s 10-race card; here are some tips for the pick-5, and a 20-1 horse that has a shot.
Invaders have the edge and there are a lot of unknown factors, but a very good field of 12 fillies and mares should make for an exciting race.
Paramount Prince's loss last weekend (and some wild two-year-old races) might have thrown a wrench into the works, but tomorrow is a new day.
Go with history – Chiefswood Stable breeding should prevail in this often toughest final leg of the Canadian Triple Crown.
Let's keep the winnings flowing this Saturday in the Pick 5, and rules to consider for Sunday's Breeders' Stakes.
A healthy-paying pick-5 wheel at Woodbine last Saturday (hopefully) made amends for my Prince of Wales suggested wagers.
