Keeping Pace

Staff writer Frank Angst examines racing, handicapping, and other mysteries.

November 2014 - Posts

California Chrome's Three-Wide Trip Comes up Short

• 12 Nov 2014 10:36 AM
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In watching replays of this year's Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) at Santa Anita Park, it occurred to me that jockey Victor Espinoza had some tough choices aboard California Chrome.... Read More

European Value Horses at B.C. Again Deliver Profit

• 6 Nov 2014 10:19 AM
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While it went down to the wire this year, the Breeders' Cup wagering angle of looking for value in European starters again finished in the black, well in the black as it turns out. ... Read More

Racing Needs Specific Rules for Race Starts

• 5 Nov 2014 10:07 AM
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In an era that many racing states have correctly moved to the standard of determining if a foul affected the outcome of a race before moving forward with a disqualification, the start of too many races has become a free-for-all.... Read More

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