Derby Trail Forums - FRI - Pimlico (Black-Eyed Susan Day R8-R13)

Pimlico - Pick 5 carryover of $28.5k

R8 - Miss Preakness 100k

#2 Thread (9-2) - In good hands and latest work indicates she's ready. 4TH
#10 Jewel of a Cat (12-1) - Strong sprint trainer adds to appeal.
#5 Blueeyesintherein (3-1) - Quick turnaround after contending pace at 7F. SCR
#8 I'm Mom's Favorite (8-5) - Beyers ascending with every start. WON $3.80

R9 - Turf Sprint 100k (Turf 5F)

#6 Kens Cape (12-1) - Hoping to catch a flier and not look back.
#7 Ben's Cat (9-5) - Nice comebacker for Millionaire last month and 2nd place finisher Night Officer won at BEL yesterday. WON $4.20
#2 Bridgetown (8-5) - Huge back class and has won off the bench. 3RD
#1 Spring to the Sky (10-1) - Steady works for return and must step it up to contend here. 2ND

R10 - G2 Black-Eyed Susan

#7 Emollient (9-5) - Dominated G1 Ashland and the future looks extremely bright.
#3 Fiftyshadesofhay (2-1) - Missing the Ky Oaks is a slight concern, but seems to be doing well now. WON $6.60
#6 Maracuya (8-1) - Has been freshened up since Alw win on Florida Derby day after an all out effort. Her last quarter was particularly slow that day. Definitely can't argue with taking a shot here. 4TH
#9 Marathon Lady (12-1) - Top two stand out and someone must complete the Superfecta. 2ND

R11 - The Very One (Turf 5F)

#10 Spun Cap (5-1) - Gets 6lbs relief from favorite (#13) to help turn the tables.
#13 Sweet Cassiopeia (5-2) - Has been on a roll, although she scratched last week from Unbridled Sidney at CD.
#7 Sounds of the City (6-1) - Deep closer must get it going earlier to contend for win honors.
#11 Too Clever by Half (15-1) - Steps up, but worth a look at a great price.

R12 - G3 Pimlico Special

#4 Eighttofasttocatch (9-5) - In razor sharp form and will be tough to get by late. 2ND
#7 Last Gunfigter (7-5) - Undefeated since the move to new barn and looks to get a favorable stalking trip from outside draw. WON $3.20
#3 Brimstone Island (12-1) - Has been beating up on weaker, but the extra real estate could help his chances.
#5 Richard's Kid (7-2) - At this point, I have the feeling he's going the wrong way. 3RD

Pimlico Special / Preakness Double - 3 4 7 / 1 2

PK5 - 2 5 8 9 10 11 / 2 6 7 / 7 / 7 10 13 / 3 4 7 = $81 for $.50

PK4 - 2 6 7 / 3 7 / 10 11 13 / 3 4 7 = $27 for $.50 X 2 = $54

R13 - Hilltop 100k (Turf 8.5F)

#5 Premier Steps (Ire) (5-1) - BEST BET - Loved her win in Sweetest Chant at Gulfstream and just has to avoid a terrible start, which has been a concern.
#6 Emotional Kitten (8-1) - Has figured it out lately and that was some move at KEE. WON $12.00
#1 Kitten's Point (5-2) - Might want a bit longer, but must be considered as a logical contender. SCR
#9 Le Fascinator (15-1) - Top connections and she has the style to be running late for a minor slice.

Tri Key - 5 / 1 4 6 9 10 11

Good Racing Luck