In the latest episode of Chicago Race of the Day, we delve into a classy Illinois-bred allowance, and try to figure out: who's going to like the distance? Who's in form? Who's going to be ready off the layoff? These questions, and more, I tackle head-on in Episode 21. Listen to Chicago Race of the... Continue Reading →

If you know me, you know I can't resist a good maiden race, especially one with a fun Illinois pedigree -- and doubly so, if it involves both a fun Illinois pedigree and a dam I remember as a racehorse. So, the latest episode of the race dives into Saturday's Arlington 8th -- a maiden... Continue Reading →

Racing gets back underway Friday at Arlington, and we're here to help it start on the right foot! The latest Chicago Race of the Day dives into the 2nd race on the card -- which not only provides us with a chance to beat some chalk, but also a chance to dive into some really... Continue Reading →

Turf racing? In Chicago? It's more likely than you think! And, in the latest episode of Chicago Race of the Day, I delve into the first turf dash of the Arlington season -- and zero in on a nice longshot returning to his best game. Listen to Chicago Race of the Day right here, or... Continue Reading →

In the latest episode of Chicago Race of the Day, I discuss an interesting new race condition that Arlington is offering, share a story of when I made a complete fool of myself, and wonder whether one of the most impressive winners of the meet can come back strong. Listen to Chicago Race of the... Continue Reading →

It's a new race week at Arlington, and in my latest episode of Chicago Race of the Day, I jump into turf racing -- maybe?! -- or, I at least get the chance to shine the light on some of the considerations and concessions you have to make when you're handicapping a race that may... Continue Reading →

Two-year-old racing gets underway at Arlington on Sunday -- and in the latest Chicago Race of the Day, I delve into Sunday's 3rd race. It features a foal out of one of my favourite broodmares...as well as a foal out of a broodmare whose name is synonymous with precocious two-year-olds. Listen to Chicago Race of... Continue Reading →

The latest Chicago Race of the Day takes a horse-by-horse look at the Grade 3 Arlington Matron: an excellent betting race, since a short-priced favourite will not be getting the trip she needs to stay nine furlongs! Listen to Chicago Race of the Day right here, or subscribe on Google Play, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or through the RSS feed!... Continue Reading →

Chicago Race of the Day returns with a dive into Friday's 8th race at Arlington, a polytrack sprint for starter optional claiming company. It drew a competitive field of ten, including some stalwarts like Four Left Feet, Iker, and Pablo Del Monte, and I shine the light on a new face who can get the... Continue Reading →

The Memorial Day weekend means Arlington Park is running a special holiday card, so we're back for our fifth day in a row! For Episode 12, we dive into Monday's Arlington 8th. It's as salty a race as Arlington cards, and it also has the coziest condition book horse you'll ever see in your life.... Continue Reading →

In Episode 11 of Chicago Race of the Day, I dive into Sunday's Arlington 8th: a top-shelf allowance that features graded stakes winner The Tabulator's four-year-old debut, as well as the return of the inimitable Gorgeous George to his favourite footing, the Arlington polytrack. Listen to Chicago Race of the Day right here, or subscribe... Continue Reading →

Chicago Race of the Day has hit episode 10! And, for our Episode 10 Spectacular...okay, I won't take this too far. But, I do jump headlong into Saturday's 9th race at Arlington, a seven-furlong maiden claimer on the polytrack that features a pace play I really like, as well as a maiden I've been looking... Continue Reading →

Arlington starts a four-day race week for Memorial Day: Friday through Monday. I'll have a Race of the Day for each, of course! Let's look now at Friday's 9th race, a six-and-a-half furlong allowance optional claimer on the polytrack. I talk a bit about six-and-a-half furlong races as well as a tried and true Chicago... Continue Reading →