Balmoral Park (10/7/11)
Contact: Tom Kelley
(708) 672-1414
THE PLAYERS GUIDE
An inside look at Chicago harness racing
By Michael Antoniades, Chicago Racing Analyst
Available on the web at oddsonracing.com
Welcome to the Players Guide
We will give you an informed look at Saturday’s racing program in Chicago. We have tailored the Players Guide for several types of betting style. What is your style? For me personally, it means being a contrarian and taking some chances. I will bet against the favorite whenever possible, if I think there is VALUE in another selection. Sometimes the play is to key a favorite on top of the overvalued horses in exotics. If you are going to show a profit in this game, you must get value when you are investing your money. In the long run, creating this discipline is the difference between winning and losing.
The ratings list our top selections in order of their probability of winning. These ratings give no credence to the odds, although horses with value are included in these selections throughout the evening. It is our opinion of the top contenders, listed in order of their probability of winning. If you are a risk taker or value player, then Michael’s Plays should be of considerable interest to you. I will take calculated chances, selecting horses with more wagering value and higher odds. My plays may select fewer winners than my top-rated selection, but in the long run, I believe Michael’s Plays will give you a higher return on your investment.
In closing, I remind you that the name of the game is not selecting the most winners. The name of the game is making money. Our goal is to have a profitable year. For the serious player, we know that is your goal as well.
BUD LIGHT HORSE OF THE NIGHT
Race 11 #1 Unity Road
GUARANTEED PICK FOUR POOLS EVERY NIGHT
Wednesdays $15,000
Saturdays $20,000
Sundays $25,000
65 GUARANTEED POOLS THRU SEPTEMBER 30
AVERAGE POOL $28,483
AVERAGE $1 PAYOUT $2,569.43
Free program pages at ustrotting.com
Saturday, October 8 Balmoral Park selections
| No. |
Michael's Ratings |
Top Rated Horse (Conservative Choice) |
Michael's Play (Speculative Opinion) |
| 1 |
6-3-4-7 |
6 Jackaneenee |
4 Big Bear Bow
|
| 2 |
9-1-4-2 |
9 Lookin Ahead |
2 Itz Alive
|
| 3 |
5-4-1-10 |
5 Wisher |
1 Western Slammer
|
| 4 |
10-4-5-9 |
10 Seaside Luck |
9 Western Bear
|
| 5 |
2-5-3-7 |
2 Dee Dee Sage |
7 Slickety Split
|
| 6 |
3-5-2-1 |
3 Hitailit |
2 Rhythm And Rage
|
| 7 |
1-6-5-7 |
1 Bonn Scott |
7 So Be It
|
| 8 |
6-3-10-4 |
6 Dawn’s Mist |
4 BP Giant Fool
|
| 9 |
2-8-4-3 |
2 Perrito Caliente |
3 Once A Cheater
|
| 10 |
5-7-3-6 |
5 Fools Gold |
7 Well To Do Guru
|
| 11 |
1-4-5-6 |
1 Unity Road
|
|
| 12 |
7-2-8-6 |
7 Acrophobia |
2 Fiveknuckleshuffle
|
| 13 |
9-10-3-5-6 |
9 Madey Mac |
10 KB’s Robby |
PICK 5 CARRYOVER $4,699 - GUARANTEED POOL $20,000
PICK 4 - 15% TAKEOUT - GUARANTEED POOL $20,000
Free program pages are available at the handicapping section at ustrotting.com.
My selections and harness racing news are available at oddsonracing.com.
For more information visit www.balmoralpark.com or call (708) 672-1414.
About Balmoral Park: Located in Crete, IL just 12 miles south of 80/94; Balmoral Park has been one of the nation's premier horse racing facilities since 1926. Balmoral Park features live racing every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. Admission and parking is always free.
