For Episode 222 of Chicago Race of the Day, let’s get back on the main track at Arlington for the day’s 5th, which features a field of salty claiming mares going five and a half furlongs on the main track. Friday’s going to be a hot one, and perhaps a rainy one…so we talk quite a bit not only about the condition of the race, but also how it looks likely to set up.

There’s plenty to think about, so let’s dive in!