4/13/2012 - MAYWOOD SELECTIONS

Maywood Park Selections
Saturday, April 13, 2012

RACE 1

1-TWENTY-ONE BELOW (3/1)
Comes off two romping wins. Steps up. Rail keeps her in contention.

2-DRAGON FANTASY (4/1)
Huge effort last time out. Should get to lead much easier. Big shot.

3-CYPRESS HILL SUDS (15/1)
Hasn't raced in a while. Pass.

4-KID ANNETTA (10/1)
Struggles to win. Not for me.

5-AR SISSY (8/1)
Nice effort in last. Possibility. Must use in gimmicks.

6-DAZZLING DIANA (12/1)
Solid race last time out against easier. Could make presence felt.

7-ROCK N LAWYER (5/2)
Class showed last week. Tough post, but this gal looks too good for these.

8-LITTLE L (6/1)
Nice win last week. Would need some luck from out here.

Selections: 7 - 5 - 2

RACE 2

1-CELEBRITY BEST (3/1)
Rail keeps this in one in contention. Should be there throughout.

2-ENERGY ANGLE (6/1)
BMP invader steps up after nice win. Roberts on, Oosting off. Maybe.

3-SWEEET TALKIN TOM (8/1)
Hard knocking veteran always gives solid efforts. Likes to win. Could pick up the pieces at the end of what figures to be a hotly contested affair. Love the 8/1 program odds. My pick here.

4-RED RIVER RESTLESS (8/1)
Having a decent 2012. Would need to work a trip here. I'm passing.

5-COLEFEDERATE (7/2)
Razor sharp. Took advantage of sizzling pace last week. Should have a big say again.

6-LARRY'S PLACE (12/1)
Dip in class might help, but this guy struggles to win. Pass.

7-LAZY LIZARD (5/2)
Monster race last week in defeat. Battled parked out and held third. He might suffer same fate this week too.

8-MY SECRET WEAPON (30/1)
Tough spot for this 10 year old.

Selections: 3 - 5 - 7 - 1

RACE 3

1-WES MANTOOTH (7/2)
Back down to four claimers. Won the last time at this class/post. Can do.

2-BAUER'S Z TAM (9/2)
Another class dropper. Also moves in from 8 post. Contender.

3-SPORTS SCOOTER (10/1)
Comes off a couple blah races. Need to see something before I can take seriously.

4-JUST THE WAY ITIS (8/1)
Hitting the board, but not winning. Should use in gimmicks.

5-BEN'S JD (15/1)
Struggling veteran in wake up spot. Better post tonight, driver change, should be huge odds against a rather nondescript field. Longshot special.

6-WOODY'S SHARK BITE (6/1)
Holding his own lately. Struggles to win, but very much a gimmick contender.

7-RANKING OFFICER (15/1)
Vet's scratch last week. Never a good sign. Not for me.

8-J V'S BAD BOY (12/1)
Couldn't do it from the rail last week. Can't like his chances from out here. No thanks.

9-GIDDY UP BOY (3/1) *** Winner: $2.80 $2.40 $2.10 ***
Crushed 'em last week. Similar field. Encore in the cards here.

Selections: 9 - 5 - 1 - 2

RACE 4

1-BONO BONO BONO (10/1)
Rail helps cause. Might hit the board.

2-ACE'S Z TAM (15/1)
Far back in debut. Class hike tonight, favorable post shift. Watch tote for clues.

3-BONEIRE'S BRANDON (8/1)
Winless in 20 starts. Toss.

4-URAWOMANIZER (7/5)
Runaway winner in seasonal debut last week. Doesn't have much to beat in here. Might win for fun.

5-BROTHERLYLOVE (20/1)
Nothing in his lines indicates anything positive. Toss.

6-SCORECARD MIKE (9/2)
Having issues against weaker. Driver change to Oosting always has to be respected. Gotta include in gimmicks.

7-MR MASSIE (15/1)
Been struggling against claimers. Tough post. Not for me.

8-IM A NICE SKY (7/2)
Here's a contender. Main threat to the 4. Post should enhance price. If he fires and clears, he'll be tough. I'll take a shot.

Selections: 8 - 4 - 2 - 6

RACE 5

1-BRYN TIN TIN (6/1)
Class drop, wood, will keep him close. Struggles to win, but he has a big shot tonight.

2-ANOTHER BEAUTY (3/1)
Had everything go his way last week and couldn't get it done. Obvious contender, but I think he's beatable.

3-LETSGETREADYTRUMBL (15/1)
Old war horse has not had any luck lately. Parked out last week. If Casey can carve a decent trip, I think this one can surprise at big odds. Live longshot.

4-FINN JET (12/1)
Off a decent qualifier. Question mark here. Looks like a toss, but watch tote for any action.

5-PAPA BRIAN (8/1)
Showed a move last week. Should be a good one at nice odds. My pick in a tough race.

6-NDIZANI A (12/1)
Watch for an early move out of this guy. If he fires and gets the front without getting too roughed up, he has a shot to last.

7-PICASSOS BOY (15/1)
Another one with a big morning line that has a right to be a part of this. Decent third last week. My guess is he'll need to blast out to have a chance. Tough call. I'll pass.

8-TINK AND TIGER (9/2)
Decent form. Horrible post. Has not had any success at Maywood. I'll pass.

9-BC'S BAD CAT (7/2)
Impressive 2nd place last out. Nine post is tricky. Needs a trip. Could get a slice.

Selections: 5 - 6 - 3 - 1

RACE 6

1-WINTHISONE HANOVER (4/1)
Found a way to lose with the rail last week as the fave. Should find a way to be part of this, but I think she's beatable.

2-BELLVALLEY MIRACLE (12/1)
Always respect Oosting, but he'll need a miracle to end the losing streak tonight. Toss.

3-FANCY CREEK IRIS (6/1)
Promising one returns to the races off solid qualifier. Might need a race, but I think I'll use on my ticket.

4-SUMMER PARTY (12/1)
Another one coming in off a qualifier. I'm watching this one for now.

5-SKYWAY LENA (8/1)
Driver change could help here. Horse has done well for Marcus. Outside shot.

6-FOX VALLEY TEENIE (3/1)
Figures to gun for the lead once again. Has given it up the last two times. Might hang for a slice.

7-FINE ART MINDALE (2/1) *** Winner: $4.00 $3.00 $2.80 ***
Classy one off big qualifier. Seekman barn solid with horses coming off layoff. Could win for fun here. Will bet this gal if price is right.

8-BE MY ESCAPE (15/1)
Has not won in forever. No way.

Selections: 7 - 3 - 6 - 5

RACE 7

1-GEORGE'S ZTAM (3/1)
Rail and Oosting make this one a contender. Will likely be bet down, but has burned money more often than not. I'll look elsewhere.

2-SLEAZY MR E (2/1)
Has come down with seconditis. Another one that will likely take action and likely disappoint.

3-ZELLER'S ISLAND (6/1)
I like the switch to Roberts. Might fire for the lead. Has a shot.

4-ALLY-CON (8/1)
Nice win last time out. This one is not a prolific winner, so I will fade him here.

5-COLEMANANDTHESEA (15/1)
Has not been close at all lately. Toss.

6-JOSTING JACK (20/1)
Does not like to win. Gets close sometimes, but not tonight.

7-STONEBRIDGE SYMBOL (30/1)
Has not been competitive lately. No thanks.

8-CELTIC SEELSTER (4/1)
Having a banner year thus far. 10 out of 12 in the money with 5 wins. Obviously post is a concern, but this is a weak field and it's his for the taking.

9-SHASKA (12/1)
Decent race two starts back. Maybe he can negotiate a decent trip and be a little closer to the leaders. Gimmick possibility.

Selections: 8 - 9 - 1 - 2

RACE 8

1-LYFSLYKABOXACHOCLT (2/1)
Gave a good account of herself at this level last week. Big shot to take it all here.

2-HELEN'S PLACE GIRL (4/1)
Run into some tough winners and had some tough trips to boot. Should have decent position tonight and will make her presence felt.

3-SPECIAL PROMISES (3/1)
Like the drop in class. Love the switch to Oosting. Will be awfully tough to beat.

4-PARTY TIL THE AM (6/1)
In good form beating much softer company. Much more on plate tonight. I'll pass.

5-MELODIE HOTSPUR (8/1)
Held her own last time out against much tougher at BMP. Solid horse could get a good trip here and would not be a surprise if she took it all. Use.

6-PUDDIN TAME (15/1)
Couldn't get it done from the rail in last. These look a little tougher. Toss.

7-ALLAMERICAN VIRGIN (12/1)
Far back in last two. Not seeing it here.

8-KENNANS NANCY LEE (15/1)
Sneaky good race last time out. Would still need a whole lot more to knock out this group. Pass for now.

Selections: 3 - 5 - 1 - 2

RACE 9

1-FOX VALLEY TOCCOA (7/2)
Good spot. Driver change to Miller combined with a post change from the 8 hole. I like.

2-INNOVATION (12/1)
Hasn't been doing much lately. Post position might help him hang around for a slice.

3-INCREDIBLE ITEM (15/1)
Poor recent form. Not seeing it here.

4-KB'S ROBBY (5/1)
Solid veteran in decent spot tonight. Roberts has done well with this one. Has shot to hit the board, might win if the fave falters.

5-VOOMERANG (6/5) *** Winner: $2.20 $2.20 $2.10 ***
Classy Illinois bred in an easy spot. Short price but should win.

6-DONALD HIMSELF (8/1)
Blah form. Pass.

7-RIVER OF FAITH (20/1)
Issues in the last couple. Not taking a leap of faith tonight.

8-INDESCRIBABLE (12/1)
Doesn't like to win. Bad post. No chance.

Selections: 5 - 4 - 1 - 2

RACE 10

1-WOLF CREEK VIXEN (15/1)
Rail will help. Will need much a big effort to hit the board.

2-PACING PENNY TWO (7/2)
Having a solid start to 2012 with 4 wins in 7 starts. Missed a week, so that's always a red flag. I'll pass.

3-MOOCHIESMONEYMAKER (12/1)
Solid win last week earned her a class hike. Has not done all that well at this level. Pass for now.

4-MAKENA CAT (9/2)
Making her 2012 debut tonight. Trainer Eaton has solid record coming off layoff. Must be respected. Watch tote for clues.

5-FANCY TOO (15/1)
Has not been close in last two. Pass.

6-DASHING MAJORETTE (12/1)
Tough trip in last. Has been racing well. Better trip could have her in the money tonight.

7-FURIOUS FIVE (3/1)
Couldn't hang on as the favorite last week. I'm looking elsewhere.

8-BLUEBIRD REGAL (8/1)
Has not drawn a good post in a while. Will have hands full again. Pass.

9-ACCOUNTABLE LADY (6/1) *** Winner: $7.60 $3.80 $3.20 ***
Pretty solid race last week. Gets Roberts tonight. Has a great shot at good price. Use.

Selections: 9 - 4 - 6 - 2

RACE 11

1-WINDSUN MONTECARLO (6/1)
Solid mare in good spot. Has fared well over this track in the past. Should be considered for gimmicks.

2-LETS TALK ABOUT ME (9/5)
Racing like a machine at BMP. If she handles the track will obviously be a major player here.

3-TOWNLINE KENYA (8/1)
Crushing easier fields. Facing much tougher and loses Oosting. I'm passing.

4-BLAZING FURY (3/1)
Solid as a rock mare. Should be in the mix. Find a way to use.

5-VIP FILLY (20/1)
Needed her last race, probably needs a couple more before thinking of taking these down. Toss.

6-SKINNY JEANS (15/1)
Can be rugged on the front, but these might be a little too much for her.

7-WEEKEND UPDATE (4/1)
My choice in this tough race. If she can get to the front in decent shape, it could be all over.

8-LAUREN (12/1)
Needs help from out here. Capable horse, though, so be careful. Has a shot to hit the board if all goes well.

Selections: 7 - 1 - 2 - 8

RACE 12

1-BRING THE RAIN (10/1)
Nice race last time out. Rail keeps him close. Use in gimmicks.

2-DADE HALL (15/1)
Solid performer. Will need to carve out a trip. Maybe.

3-APOLLO'S Z TAM (15/1)
Has a decent record this year with 7 out of 10 starts in the money. Bad finish in last. Pass.

4-ANESCAPE N (7/2)
Fits well here. Off a tough trip. Might be good enough to beat these first over.

5-WARRAWEE LAD (3/1)
Off back to back romps over easier. Must respect Oosting. Could very well romp again.

6-CINNAMON SPIDER (10/1)
This one always seems to make a big move but come up short. Driver change and big odds make this one interesting to me. Faves look beatable. I'm going with the Spider tonight.

7-ICE MAN COMET'H (6/1)
Returns to MAY after some blah races at BMP. Watch out for this guy too as he definitely fits. Using him in my gimmicks.

8-SOME OR LIS (8/1)
Have to respect connections here. Watch tote for clues. Probably need to use this one too.

9-AT MAX SPEED (9/2)
Beat easier in last. This field has some depth, so I'll pass.

Selections: 6 - 7 - 8 - 4

RACE 13

1-EPONA (12/1)
Comes into this after beating much easier in last two. I'd have to see it. Pass for now.

2-TIMELESS ARTIST (4/1)
Another stepping up in class after beating easier. This one does have a little back class, so I will keep her on the short list.

3-I KILL TIME (5/2)
Solid credentials. Connections have to be respected. Raced well last week. The horse to beat.

4-FINAL ATTRIBUTE (8/1)
Racing well. Can share with the right trip.

5-SHE'S AUTOMATIC (15/1)
Tailing off. Will pass for now.

6-DISLOCATED (3/1)
Oosting does well with this one. Careful.

7-WAITING AND HOPING (6/1)
Has some breaking issues and a bad post. No thanks.

8-TAMARAC SASSY (12/1)
Can hold her own here. Tough post though. Maybe a slice.

Selections: 3 - 6 - 2 - 8

RACE 14

1- DRAGON ON DEMAND (9/2)
Rail keeps him in it. Use in the High Five.

2- SENSATIONAL BB (7/2)
Off a nice win. Repeat certainly possible.

3- SAND JAKE (15/1)
Did okay last time here. Might hit the ticket.

4- PALMER (3/1)
Has a pretty solid record. Has to be considered a major player here.

5- LITTLE MORE RAM (6/1)
Tough trip took its toll last week. Can be considered.

6- ROCKET DOG (12/1)
Dip in class might be the wake up call this guy needs. Possible.

7- SPIRITUAL KING N (8/1)
Bad racing luck in last. Broke race before last. Longshot potential.

8- SMOKEN CAMBEST (10/1)
Never in last week's race. Previous form and overall credentials are solid. Must be considered.

9- BENNS VIKING (15/1)
Returns from layoff. Pass for now.

Selections: 7 - 8 - 6 - 3

Best Bet: I KILL TIME
Longshot: SWEET TALKIN TOM