Why do I like AGS so much?

[miraja2]

Originally Posted by AeWingnut

It's hard to like a horse that as never been over 5-1 in his life. I mean .. what kinda adversity has he ever faced. I know this is really weak rationale but hey... he must've been in some easy races or races that looked easy

They didn't take him to Gulfstream, they took him to Tampa Bay. Then when it looked like Street Sense was going good they switched plans and tried him against Nobiz

Did Nobiz look like he was easier to beat and AGS needs everything to be easy
?

SS is my horse. I know he had a prep at Tam but it was his first race back and need a easier start first out. IMSO

Maybe you can tell me why you like AGS. I would really like to know. honest

What? I am not saying he is going to be the winner, but I don't follow your logic here one bit. Who cares what his odds were in other races? You thought his Tampa Bay Derby was easy because he was the favorite? He was in a stretch battle with the 2yo champ!
Honestly, your post doesn't make any sense to me at all.

[Scurlogue Champ]

I think AGS is a one-paced dog who will show his cards on Saturday when he finishes 8th.

[packerbacker7964]

Well he's raced from off the pace early in his career. I think he likes it more than being put in the race before he's ready.
71 beyer in Maiden score out of the 11 hole
2nd race Kee 1 1/16 Sweeping 5 wide rally
100 beyer to Tizwonderfull by 1/2 length
95 beyer in 3 yearold debut 1:44 ridden out
102 Beyer loss by a nose in 1:43
Then he throws in the Wood Clunker. I'm the greatest Handicapper of all time and I have an off day from time to time. ha ha ha

[AeWingnut]

Originally Posted by packerbacker7964

Well he's raced from off the pace early in his career. I think he likes it more than being put in the race before he's ready.
71 beyer in Maiden score out of the 11 hole
2nd race Kee 1 1/16 Sweeping 5 wide rally
100 beyer to Tizwonderfull by 1/2 length
95 beyer in 3 yearold debut 1:44 ridden out
102 Beyer loss by a nose in 1:43
Then he throws in the Wood Clunker. I'm the greatest Handicapper of all time and I have an off day from time to time. ha ha ha

I seldom cash but I'm too stubborn to listen to anyone else.

I guess those are sound reasons to play him. I will probably put him in it if the price is right. (15-1 +) Just not too excited about his last 2 preps.
Including the TB Derby.

[AeWingnut]

Originally Posted by miraja2

What? I am not saying he is going to be the winner, but I don't follow your logic here one bit. Who cares what his odds were in other races? You thought his Tampa Bay Derby was easy because he was the favorite? He was in a stretch battle with the 2yo champ!
Honestly, your post doesn't make any sense to me at all.

yes, for the Tampa Bay Derby he was in a stretch battle with a short horse. He has been favored in almost every race. ie - no on else was supposed to be good enough to beat him and he still lost. I can't remember all of his races. Just a different derby angle - guess you think it needs work.

[miraja2]

Originally Posted by AeWingnut

Just a different derby angle - guess you think it needs work.

Ummmm yeah a little. I think considering level of competition is wise, but I think AGS has actually faced pretty good competition both last year and this year. Does that mean he will win on Saturday? No, but I don't think the fact that he has "never been over 5-1 in his lifetime" is a good reason to toss him.

[AeWingnut]

Originally Posted by miraja2

Ummmm yeah a little. I think considering level of competition is wise, but I think AGS has actually faced pretty good competition both last year and this year. Does that mean he will win on Saturday? No, but I don't think the fact that he has "never been over 5-1 in his lifetime" is a good reason to toss him.

Well, how much competition can there be with 6 starts with a maiden and allowance race that leaves 4 races and it's not his fault who shows up in his race.

there's 20 horses. I have to broaden my rationale.