So Cal,

From reading and studying the sheets(mainly TG) for 20 years, the 0-2-X pattern/theory is nothing more than random , imo. For every X off an 0-2 pattern you will find pairs, tops, offs.

This supposed pattern fails to show a horse(for ex.) that is held late or winning easily giving it the "2" which, often, is not necessarily an indication of an X in the next start.

For the dogma guys, don't bother pointing out a sample of 0-2-X or I'll post 20 non samples.Without question the most reliable pattern I have found on TG is the CIRCLE pattern which when present is a great opportunity to step out and make a good score.