Muddy and soft at Belmont today and I would rather be focusing on football than handicapping this below average card.  Race 2 is the only race off the turf, but the early races are all uninspiring.  Save your money for later in the card when the races are more competitive!

In race 7, The AT Cole for statebreds on the turf, Banrock (#6) is once again the likely winner.  But the story is Straight Story (#3) who will appreciate the return to the statebred ranks and can get the first run on the favorite and score at a decent price.  I’m keying both in doubles and pick 3’s and making a win bet on my choice!

In race 8, a competitive optional allowance, Even Raise (#11) gets the perfect attack post and his favorite distance to work out a good stalking trip.  I’m playing him in an exacta box with Ea (#1) and Admirality (#7) and using in doubles and pick 3’s.  Here’s the entire card and good luck!

Race 1: 7 and 2

Race 2: 1 and 2

Race 3: 2 and 3

Race 4: 4 and 8

Race 5: 4 and 2B

Race 6: 1 and 6

Race 7: 3 (Best Bet) and 6

Race 8: 11 (Best Bet) with 1 and 7

Race 9: 5 and 8

Race 10: 7, 8 and 5