Re: Patterns going into the Preakness (381 Views)
Posted by:
Uncle Buck (IP Logged)
Date: May 13, 2005 05:05PM
I feel it would be foolish to dismiss Giacomo in this spot. What if he turns into Charismatic and wins for fun? Could happen for sure. I mean he had a slowly progressive line heading into the Derby, he ran a new top, now he has a full field again which will most likely boost the pace factor up front, and we already know this horse is solid, no chinks in his armor and can run all day. I know all you guys like your horses "FAST" but I would not overlook a solid animal with an above average jockey and trainer guiding him through his journey. If Giacomo goes off at 6-1 or better, I would not hesitate to drop a dime on him to Win and Place.
I have a strong opinion that it will be the same from the Derby, also runnig 1-2 in Baltimore. If High Limit looks peppy on-track, I'd play him in the exacta too. And after the exacta pays $65 and change - everyone will say "Dammit! Why didn't I just at least play the Jocko and CA as a savor?"
Don;t get caught being the one saying Dammit!