Looking for a Longshot in the Illinois Derby
J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the Illinois Derby (gr. III) at Hawthorne.
Kathballu Has Longshot Potential in Madison Stakes
Paulassilverlining winning the 2016 Vagrancy Handicap (gr. III) – Photo by Joe Labozzetta/Coglianese Photos/NYRA One of the highlights of the April 8th card at Keeneland is the $300,000 Madison Stakes (gr. I), a seven-furlong sprint for fillies and mares. The … Continued
Ward, Hancock Runners Look Live in Keeneland’s Opening Race
Keeler Johnson shares his handicapping analysis of the first race on opening day at Keeneland.
Oscar Performances Holds Tactical Advantage in Transylvania Stakes
In the opening-day feature of the 2017 Keeneland spring meet, Oscar Performance’s early speed could give him an advantage.
Keeler Johnson’s Kentucky Oaks Super Six: March 29, 2017
With Unique Bella out of the Kentucky Oaks picture, the race is shaping up to be a wide-open event. As the final round of prep races approaches, Keeler Johnson shares his top six contenders.
St. Joe Bay’s Speed May Dominate the Dubai Golden Shaheen
St. Joe Bay winning the Palos Verdes Stakes (gr. II) at Santa Anita – © Benoit Photo Of all the races that comprise the exciting Dubai World Cup program on March 25th at Meydan, none have been quite so thoroughly dominated … Continued
Will Fawree Surprise in the UAE Derby?
Every year, one of the highlights on the horse racing calendar is the spectacular Dubai World Cup program at Meydan racetrack in Dubai. With eight Thoroughbred races offering from $1 million to $10 million in purse money, the event annually … Continued
Shaman Ghost, Midnight Storm Face Off in Santa Anita Handicap
In a showdown between two talented Grade 1 winners, Shaman Ghost’s proven stamina may give him a slight edge.
Keeler Johnson’s Kentucky Oaks Super Six: February 24, 2017
Keeler Johnson’s releases his first Kentucky Oaks “Super Six” with thoughts on his top six choices for the 2017 Kentucky Oaks.
Classic Empire, McCraken Individual Favorites in Kentucky Derby Future Pool #3
McCraken winning the Kentucky Jockey Club Stakes (gr. II) at Churchill Downs – Coady Photography Churchill Downs Press Release: The always-popular Mutuel Field (#24), or “All Others,” looms as a solid betting favorite Pool 3 of Churchill Downs Racetrack’s Kentucky Derby … Continued