February 28, 2011
Since so many people seemed engaged in the annual Oscars Awards presentations on Sunday night, I thought I'd come up with my own set of the first half of the Oaklawn season Oscars to see how well they hold up as we head into the March and April segments of the season. Read More
February 25, 2011
On a day which starts out with six races that are either for maiden claimers or non-winners of two claimers, it is the CLASSIX carryover which has caught the attention of players and will make them more interested in some of these races than they normally would admit. Read More
February 22, 2011
In the aftermath of the Southwest Stakes on Monday, which was supposed to separate the contenders from the pretenders, I think there are more questions unanswered than answered. Read More
February 20, 2011
When Friday dawned at Oaklawn there were hopes that at least 50,000 folks might pass through the turnstiles at Oaklawn on this big weekend. Now, as we anticipate a big Monday turnout, it's more likely that the number will top 60,000 and the health of racing in Hot Springs will once again be strong. Read More
February 16, 2011
There is a point in each race when jockeys begin to ask their horses and all the early stuff simply gets referenced as "the pace". If the pace was slow, it's noted that the speed held. If the pace was fast, watch out for the closers. The pace makes the race and pretty much determines what's going to occur in the stretch. The real racing begins at that point. Read More