ITM Players' Newsletter - December 20th, 2024
Derby prep preview & EARLY Top 10 Derby contenders!
The Derby trail is starting to heat up with the first of four points races at Fair Grounds coming up tomorrow. You can catch an individual race preview of the Gun Runner Stakes with Mike Pribozie and I on YouTube, as well as some further discussion of the FG card on the Players’ Podcast. Looking for even more early Derby thoughts? Check out the Players’ Podcast episode from Tuesday where Eric DeCoster and I share our Top 10 Kentucky Derby contenders.
There’s also a great day of racing coming up at Gulfstream tomorrow as a local preview for next month’s Pegasus World Cup. ITM Plus subscribers can look forward to a show coming later today with Brian Nadeau and myself as we take a look at the Pick 6 sequence on the card.
MYWAYP,
PTF
Subscribe to ITM Plus for exclusive picks, written analysis, and shows from your favorite ITM contributors!
Gulfstream Park Saturday Show - coming later today
PTF sits down with CEO and Founder of EDGE Boost Seni Thomas to introduce a new way to fund your wagering accounts.
EDGE BOOST is a new Financial platform for Smart Bettors looking to have a dedicated account to fund gambling-related transactions. You can Earn 0.5% on qualified usage at sportsbooks and Daily Fantasy sites.
Make sure to save and follow the ITM blog for daily picks from your favorite tracks and more racing coverage!
Players' Podcast - 12/21 JRA, Twinspires.com Gun Runner Contest
Mike Pribozie hosts this week’s Players Podcast with JRA coverage of the G1 Arima Kinen with JRA expert Alex Henry. Jackson Muniz drops by to discuss the Twinspires.com Gun Runner Contest this Saturday at Fair Grounds and to give some spot plays.
Harness Players’ Podcast - 12/19/2024 | Fraser Fun Friday
This week on the Harness Players’ Podcast, join host Ray Cotolo and co-host Kevin Plowcha on a wide-travelling conversation about the Late Pick 4 sequence at Fraser Downs for Friday night (Dec. 20), which covers Race 6 through Race 9.
PTF and Mikee P take a quick look at the opening race of the start of the Road to the Kentucky Derby at Fair Grounds with the Gun Runner Stakes on Saturday, December 21, 2024.
Players’ Podcast - WAY Too Early Kentucky Derby Top 10 Discussion
PTF and Eric DeCoster unveil their way too early Kentucky Derby and Triple Crown Top 10 lists, diving deep into the exciting and unpredictable world of 2-year-old thoroughbreds. They analyze each contender’s potential, discussing factors such as pedigree, recent performances, and the impact of race dynamics on their rankings. The conversation highlights the significance of historical context in shaping their opinions, with both hosts drawing parallels to past Derby trends. Notable horses like Sovereignty, Chancellor McPatrick, and Patch Adams take center stage, as PTF and Eric share their insights on each one’s path to the Derby. Listeners can expect a thorough exploration of emerging talents and valuable betting angles as the road to the first Saturday in May heats up.
