ITM Players' Newsletter - September 20th, 2024
Pennsylvania Derby & Cotillion this weekend!
The Pennsylvania Derby day card at Parx is the highlight of this weekend’s racing. Nick Tammaro and I shared our thoughts on the star-filled card with major Breeders’ Cup implications on an ITM Plus Show posted yesterday. You can also catch a free YouTube preview with JK and I of both Grade 1 races - the PA Derby and Cotillion.
The Players’ Pod features regular coverage of the NYRA circuit and Woodbine. There is also plenty of great Harness coverage across the network that’s been released throughout the week, including tonight’s Caesar’s Trotting Classic at Harrah’s Hoosier Park.
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Players’ Podcast - Saturday 9/21 BAQ/Woodbine
Another edition of the ITM Players Podcast. Split hosts this week, with PTF running his usual Saturday NYRA segment with JK for Saturday’s Pick 6. Mike Pribozie hosts recent HHH weekly contest winner Jackson Muniz for a look at the Late Pick 4 at Woodbine for Saturday.
Harness Players’ Podcast - 9/18/24 | Caesar’s Trotting Classic Roundtable
On this special edition of the Harness Players' Podcast, join Edison Hatter as he hosts a roundtable discussion focused on stakes action at Harrah's Hoosier Park for Friday (Sept. 20) headlined by the $200,000 Caesar's Trotting Classic.
Alongside Edison Hatter in this discussion are Mike Pribozie (In The Money), Emily Gaskin (Hoosier, Red Mile), Garnet Barnsdale (DRF Harness) and Cheyenne Christman (USTA).
Harness Players’ Podcast - Friday Fraser Mohawk Million
Mike Pribozie and Murray Slough look at Friday September 20, 2024 from Fraser Downs Late Pick 4. Discuss contest jockey new contests for Fraser Fridays. They also discuss Mohawk Million Saturday including the all stakes Pick 5 starting in Race 6. Two million dollar races for two year olds will be contested. The Metro for 2 yr old pacers and the Mohawk Million for 2 yr old trotters.
Join us as we preview two of the biggest Grade 1 races of the year for 3-year-olds, the $1 million Pennsylvania Derby and the $1 million Cotillion Stakes at Parx Racing on Saturday, September 21. This in-depth preview will provide key facts and insights, as well as the complete fields with post positions, jockeys, and trainers. Both races are pivotal events leading to the Breeders’ Cup, and our betting preview will help you gain an edge in your wagering strategies.
Racing action returns to New York City's racetrack and HorsePlayers Happy Hour will be running an eight-race contest to coincide with it. On the show, we'll look back at Win-And-You're-In races from Woodbine and Ireland and look ahead to the WAYI Princess Rooney from Gulfstream Park on Saturday as well. PTF and JK will be your guides for a fun and information packed hour where they'll also touch on the best ways to start preparing for the Breeders' Cup Betting Challenge.
We have some special bonus mid-week harness content for you. PTF hosts Ray Cotolo of the Harness Players' Podcast as they go over a trio of huge races: the 2024 Harrah’s Hoosier Park Pacing Derby, the 2024 Caesar's Trotting Classic at Harrah's Hoosier Park, and the Little Brown Jug.
Players’ Podcast - International Breeders’ Cup Prep Race Action
The show kicks off with PTF and Nick Tammaro recapping a loaded weekend of racing across Canada and the United States including four Grade 1s in the Great White North and the first Kentucky Derby points race of the year.
Next up Vanessa Ryle joins us with her views on the Breeders’ Cup WAYI races from Irish Champions Weekend.
Last but not least, Meg Koloskie of Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga is here to tell us about their fundraiser on October 5. Tickets are selling fast so get yours today.
Can Do! - The Keeneland Library with Library Director Roda Ferraro
