who do i bet in the classic

[Merlinsky]

Originally Posted by gales0678

rider change and distance

And running style, obviously. I don't see how anybody can conclude MTB has no chance based mainly on the Juvie finish. He's a better horse now and seems to be tuning up well on the surface coming into the race. Calvin drawing the rail, is that a sign?

[hockey2315]

It amazes me that sentient beings capable of operating computers actually think Mine That Bird is a good play in this race.

I haven't looked at it but probably Richard's Kid. Baffert swept the early pick 4 last week. There's a thread here and it's convinced me he's hot right now!

[Merlinsky]

Originally Posted by hockey2315

It amazes me that sentient beings capable of operating computers actually think Mine That Bird is a good play in this race.

It's possible to use the computer for good and for ill. Just ask Paris Hilton on Twitter. Of course she'd probably pick Zenyatta cuz she's a girl too and really there are worse picks that could come from a hunch bet. Hmm, I guess she proves your point since she wouldn't go for MTB either. Drat.

MTB and Summer Bird are horses of which I am fond, same with Colonel John, and the enjoyment I get from their respective sires will be projected onto them as far as I'm concerned. As far as who can win, it's the BCC and heck anything could happen. Maybe more would have to happen for some than for others but anything is possible and it's not these horses are a bunch of nobodies. There's some call for them to be here generally. Sometimes a horse getting no respect jumps up and bites some folks. Should be interesting to see that horse (Girolamo?) use this race as a Dubai World Cup prep. Any odds out there on that double?

[chucklestheclown]

Originally Posted by hockey2315

It amazes me that sentient beings capable of operating computers actually think Mine That Bird is a good play in this race.

Same was said on Derby Day. After the fact. Anyone ignoring him on what seems to be a speed-favoring track on the rail is just stubborn, maybe too much for their own good. GRL.

[hockey2315]

Originally Posted by chucklestheclown

Same was said on Derby Day. After the fact. Anyone ignoring him on what seems to be a speed-favoring track on the rail is just stubborn, maybe too much for their own good. GRL.

huh?

[chucklestheclown]

Guess you were not watching and/or listening the past few days? Of course, if you are referring to MTB being a stalker/closer type, I can see why you think the rail as a start is not a factor. I think Calvin is smarter than people give him credit for.

[hockey2315]

Speed favoring and a good rail are not the same thing. . . and he's not a stalker at all.

[chucklestheclown]

You sure like to split hairs don't you? The rail is certainly not dead and definitely won't be Saturday.