I congratulate Santa Anita for having the “stuff” to cancel before we all did all that work and to do the right thing for our equine athletes…

Today, we should consider “Betting  Traps”, they come in many different forms.  An easy one is a M/L favorite that’s drifting up in price on the front board.  That might work at a small track, but at places like Belmont and Santa Anita that’s a definate Betting Trap and a certain way to say goodby to your bankroll.  That’s not the same thing as an 8/1 ML that drifts up to 12/1 or higher.  That’s just a horse that got lost in betting excitement…

Here is a thought — top rated horses (or the horse you like best from your handicapping) might not be a good play.  The odds have to make sense with the probability.  My point, is don’t fall in love with your thinking — until you are certain you are going to earn the right amount if the horse runs accordingly…  The perfect bet is probably a horse that you like a little more than another horse at a healthy price!