Woodbine: Ontario Derby Picks- Saturday, October 21

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20 October 2023

Woodbine: Ontario Derby Picks- Saturday, October 21

Woodbine will host one of its marquee events of the year. The Ontario Derby is carded as race 9 on Canada’s most prestigious thoroughbred race track.

Full Card Analysis

Woodbine Race Track – Race 1

Post: 1:15 PM ET; $49.6k Maiden Optional Claiming, 1 m 70 y on all-weather; Entries: 7

#4 HAYEK (6-5) receives the top selection. She has the pedigree to emerge as a major player in this race and is a strong choice to hit the board.
#2 DESTINY RO (6-1) might be best suited for underneath positions on most tickets. She poses a potential threat, as she could exploit a front-running advantage.
#1 PENNYJET (3-1) is expected to improve from her first start and compete for minor placings, given her previous success in similar conditions.
#5 STORMY DILEMMA (15-1) is a price horse and is likely to contend for minor placings. With solid early pace figures, she is well-equipped to handle the distance.

Selections: 4 – 2 – 1 – 5

Woodbine Race Track – Race 2

Post: 1:49 PM ET; $111.6k Maiden Special Weight, 7 f on all-weather; Entries: 7

#1 MRS. C (6-1) is the top pick, as she appears to fit well in this race and shouldn’t have trouble with the distance.
#5 MARDENE (8-1) is a major player in this race. She’s expected to lead or be near the front and will aim to hold off challengers.
#4 MONEY BEETS (10-1) is a price horse but should be competitive. She makes sense on speed figures and comes into the race with solid recent performances.
#7 TAG TEAM (2-1) makes her debut here and seems like a fringe contender. She deserves respect, especially with Carroll and Kimura as her combination.

Selections: 1 – 5 – 4 – 7

Woodbine Race Track – Race 3

Post: 2:23 PM ET; $65.9k Maiden Optional Claiming, 6 1/2 f on turf; Entries: 8

#4 MOMUNNYFOR RO (7-2) looks like the top choice. She possesses a strong closing kick and could be a major threat late in the race.
#1 NOVEL (6-5) is another major player in this race with performances that could outshine the field. She might be a front-running contender as well.
#6 MO’S VINO MESA (4-1) makes her debut and holds a potential shot in this race. The combination of Thomas and Kimura adds to her appeal.
#2 MRS. HOT SHOT (12-1) is a price horse but could be a fringe contender. She has shown performances that can rival this group.

Selections: 4 – 1 – 6 – 2

Woodbine Race Track – Race 4

Post: 2:57 PM ET; $61.8k Optional Claiming, 6 f on all-weather; Entries: 8

#8 ANAM CARA (8-1) claims the top selection, expected to handle the distance and coming into the race with solid recent performances. She’s prepared for a strong run.
#1 HOT CARGO (6-1) is a major player in this race and represents the Attard barn with Aebly as the jockey.
#3 GAMBLE’S ORB (5-2) is another major player. She has demonstrated the ability to handle these conditions in previous races and boasts the highest overall power rating in the field.
#7 SOUPER SINCLAIR (8-1) also appears to be a major player. She makes sense on speed figures and is a good bet to hit the board.

Selections: 8 – 1 – 3 – 7

Woodbine Race Track – Race 5

Post: 3:31 PM ET; $111.6k Maiden Special Weight, 5 1/2 f on all-weather; Entries: 9

#9 LOGISTICS (4-1), representing the Casse barn with Husbands as the jockey, is the top choice. She’s expected to improve from her first start and has demonstrated performances that could surpass this group.
#6 CATCH THE DRIFT (5-2) makes her debut and is likely running for minor placings. The combination of Casse and Civaci adds to her appeal.
#4 FLASHINTHESKY (3-1) also makes her debut and seems to be running for minor placings. She’s trained by Attard and ridden by Kimura.
#7 MITOLE POWER (12-1) is a price horse and is worth looking at the bottom of exotic wagers.

Selections: 9 – 6 – 4 – 7

Woodbine Race Track – Race 6

Post: 4:04 PM ET; $61.8k Optional Claiming, 1 1/16 m on turf; Entries: 10

#9 SILENT SKY (2-1) is the top choice. She has showcased performances that should be able to outshine this group. She’s expected to be in the first flight of runners and in contention late.
#1 SHE MAKES A POINT (3-1) should be competitive in this spot and makes sense on speed figures.
#2 INSCRUTABLE (6-1) is a valuable contender, making sense on speed figures.
#8 VIVID VIXEN (12-1) is a price horse and should be competitive in this spot. She’s expected to have a strong finish and could contend with a competitive run.

Selections: 9 – 1 – 2 – 8

Woodbine Race Track – Race 7

Post: 4:37 PM ET; $49.6k Maiden Optional Claiming, 6 f on turf; Entries: 11

#6 CHERRY GARDENS (3-1) claims the top selection. She’s demonstrated performances that could surpass this group and is trained by the Brooks barn with Husbands as the jockey.
#4 WAR VOW (4-1) should be competitive in this spot and possesses performances that can rival this field. She has solid early pace figures in a race that lacks significant front-running speed.
#10 MOONBRIGHT (8-1) is another contender. She makes sense on speed figures and has the pedigree to be a major player.
#7 GUNNAWIN (20-1) is a price horse but could compete based on speed figures.

Selections: 6 – 4 – 10 – 7

Woodbine Race Track – Race 8

Post: 5:09 PM ET; $114k Allowance Optional Claiming, 6 f on all-weather; Entries: 10

#3 A GAME (4-1) receives the top pick. She possesses tactical speed and can strategically position herself just off the leaders for a stalking and pouncing trip. She could also potentially take the front early.
#8 AMBASSADOR LUNA (5-2) should be competitive in this spot. She’ll be rolling late and has a strong closing kick.
#1 VERDEJO (20-1) is a price horse who should also be competitive. She makes sense on speed figures and has solid early pace figures in a race lacking strong front-running speed.
#2 PIONEER’S EDGE (10-1) is another price horse to consider. She should be competitive based on her speed figures and will likely have a strong finish.

Selections: 3 – 8 – 1 – 2

Woodbine Race Track – Race 9

Post: 5:41 PM ET; $150k Ontario Derby, 1 1/8 m on all-weather; Entries: 10

#7 TOUCH’N RIDE (5-2) is the top choice, expected to handle the distance. She has consistently strong pace figures that could work well in a moderately paced race.
#8 FOREVER DIXIE (3-1) is also a major player. She appears to be the class of the field and is coming off a string of recent solid performances.
#5 STANLEY HOUSE (8-1) should be competitive in this spot and has been in great form. She possesses consistent pace figures that should work well in a moderately paced race.
#10 SOLO ALBUM (4-1) is another contender. She represents the Casse barn with Civaci as the jockey.

Selections: 7 – 8 – 5 – 10

Woodbine Race Track – Race 10

Post: 6:11 PM ET; $111k Allowance Optional Claiming, 6 1/2 f on all-weather; Entries: 8

#5 HAPPY VALENTINE (3-1) receives the top selection. She’s in training with the Carroll barn and ridden by Civaci. She’s a strong choice to hit the board.
#6 SCOTTISH SYMPHONY (5-2) is a major player in this race and boasts the highest overall power rating in the group. She’s been in excellent form recently and is ready for a big performance.
#1 TAVALINE (6-1) is another major contender in this race and merits serious consideration at decent value, particularly with the combination of Gattellaro and Vives.
#2 PRINCESSOFTHENORTH (7-2) figures to be competitive in this race and will likely be in the first flight of runners. She represents the Casse barn with Husbands as the jockey.

Selections: 5 – 6 – 1 – 2

Woodbine Race Track – Race 11

Post: 6:41 PM ET; $36.5k Starter Optional Claiming, 5 f on turf; Entries: 11

#9 TRICKY MAGICIAN (6-1) is the top pick. She seems to fit well in this race and should be positioned in the second tier of runners, ready to make a well-timed run at the leaders.
#8 MASTER SPY (2-1) should be competitive and has the performances to challenge this group. She appears to be the class of the field.
#11 GRAND ALLIANCE (12-1) is a price horse and worth consideration for underneath positions on most tickets. She might benefit from a hot pace up front.
#6 CRAFTY CONQUEST (8-1) is another contender. She is likely to be in the first flight of runners and has shown the ability to handle these conditions.

Selections: 9 – 8 – 11 – 6