Handicappers want to make their own picks—not have them handed to them. Have you ever bought a handicapper’s picks at the track? One of those sheets they sell at a booth right near the entrance? Or maybe found a service … Continue reading
It’s very encouraging to have objective data support your own opinions–especially when they come from unrelated evidence. I have come to rely more and more on “trip handicapping.” I watch race replays daily, make trip notes, add horses to my … Continue reading
Horseplayers are always searching for a horse who is either a vulnerable favorite to toss out, or one who is going to exceed the betting public’s expectations. I mean, where’s the fun in going with the crowd? There are a … Continue reading
I am happy to begin my relationship with Thoroughbred Analytics. I am best known to horseracing fans as the creator of Sh*t Horseplayers Say. Here’s the originalvideo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ks_1wwaG2CM As an avid and obsessive fan of horse racing, I certainly have … Continue reading
Kentucky Derby–Deserving Favorites and Under the Radar Players
The final field is not yet complete, and with post position yet to be determined, and up to four possible also-eligibles, it’s obviously too soon to make any final Derby picks. On top of that, the TA model will crank out … Continue reading →