Hi Gang:
Here are my picks for Saturday’s Belmont Stakes with an analysis of each
horse. Good luck to everyone. Enjoy the race!!
Regards,
CoachVee
1. MASTER OF HOUNDS (No. 1, 10-1). Ireland-based colt was my pick in
Derby and I like him even more in this spot; Gomez said he was looking
forward to riding him in Belmont minutes after dismounting at Churchill; fresh,
fit and should love distance.
2. ANIMAL KINGDOM (No. 9, 2-1). Has never run bad race and with
little luck in Baltimore could have been chasing Triple Crown dream; excellent
work over track last Monday; deserving favorite.
3. SANTIVA (No. 4, 15-1). Finished in virtual dead heat with top
choice in Derby and should improve third off layoff; ready to run big race at
square price.
4. NEHRO (No. 6, 4-1). Consistent, hard-knocking colt beat all these
except Animal Kingdom in Derby; should be close to pace; include in exotic
wagers.
LONGSHOT SPECIAL: STAY THIRSTY (No. 2, 20-1). Pletcher tries different
rider for colt with distance pedigree; working like champion on this track
since disappointing Derby try.
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