Oaklawn's field size for Friday's 9 race card before scratches: 11.00.

Saturday's 9 race card: 11.77.

Many might be races that are unbettable as miff described about cheap Gulf races but mighty impressive beginning to the meet for the racing secretary. Not sure I'll love the new announcer saying the horses are "in lockstep" at Oaklawn but hopefully he throws in a "short stretch" reference like Terry Wallace.

Do we know for certain they are still restricting access to the computer bettors?

Miff, do you like Stronach's Mega Race idea? Thinking he stole your idea... http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/97072/stronach-race-plan-targets-business-model

I am headed to Hot Springs for Friday and Saturday racing. If anyone else will be there and wants to have a beer, send me a private message and I'll try to meet up with you.