Claiming Series profiles for Leg 2---Second Division
Leg 2---Second Division
Turntable Bay
Owner: Charles Allen
Trainer: Chris Sutton
Jockey: EliskaKubinova
Was claimed out of the first leg and was a very disappointing sixth place finisher as the favorite. Gets a new rider and saves five pounds with the apprentice on board, also goes for new barn. Do take note that this runner ran one time at today’s mile and one eighth distance before, and that was a win.
Little Mordi
Owner: De Jesus Racing Stable
Trainer: DaysonLavanway
Jockey: Jose Zunino
This runner hasn’t finished well in either of his two starts this season. Does pick up Zunino to ride this afternoon, but will have to show a total form reversal to be a contender.
Swiss Exploit
Owner: Bob and Pat Cosgrove
Trainer: Jonathan Nance
Jockey: Debbie Hoonan
This one woke up in a big way when stretched out last time and ran huge that day. Gets even more distance today, even though Swiss Yodeler’s are known more for speed, judging by the last run, distance isn’t a problem. Looks to once again be a solo pacesetter and it will be catch me if you can for this one.
Simperio
Owner: Michael Pollowitz
Trainer: Guru Dharma Khalsa
Jockey: Leonel Camacho-Flores
This owner/trainer combo had amazing success claiming horses during the Sprint Claiming Series, so wouldn’t be surprised at all to see this one take a step forward after an even finish last time out. Horse certainly likes to route, but will need someone to push Swiss Exploit at some point.
Taking Liberties
Owner: Howard Belvoir
Trainer: Howard Belvoir
Jockey: Javier Matias
Ran a good second in Leg 1 and this team of Belvoir and Matias have been enjoying some serious success together this meet. This horse has had good success sprinting, so not sure if the 9 furlongs is right in his wheelhouse, but he tries everytime, so is certainly worth exotics consideration.
Tribute To Sissy
Owner: Karen Tilden
Trainer: Sam Tilden
Jockey: Luis Gonzalez
This runner snuck into the superfecta last time out at 73 to 1 and that fourth place finish was actually one of his better efforts as of late. Will have to improve again to hit the board, but if you go with this one, the price will be tasty.
General Joe
Owner: Keith Beatty and Nick Lowe
Trainer: Nick Lower
Jockey: Mark Anderson
Ran pretty well in Leg 1 at a huge price, and that was first start off the layoff. Should improve with that race under his belt and he’s been around a while, so he certainly knows how to battle. With Anderson on board and not a lot of speed in here, look for him to be closer up than usual.
Outside Shot
Owner: Ron Haasl
Trainer: Ron Haasl
Jockey: Ruben Camacho
Was eased last time, but is back again here, so clearly it wasn’t a physical issue. Sometimes horses just have a bad day, and if anything, seeing that eased in the program will make his price go up upup. This could be the kind of runner that gets into the superfecta and causes it to pay huge.
West Seattle Boy
Owner: Lisa Baze and Jerry Carmody
Trainer: Rigoberto Velasquez
Jockey: Joe Crispin
Was wide and that was not the place to be that day in Leg 1. He’s a consummate professional and if he can get some pace to run at and a decent trip, he’s certainly going to make some noise, only if it’s for a minor award. I try to never be biased, but how can you not root for this 13 year old veteran, he’s awesome!