Mr. Clownspector:

For the record (and check the record) I thought LITF was an undeserving Eclipse Award winning sprinter last year. That being said, I am still very impressed with his consistency (he's fired in every one of his races) and he has now won 11 races at 9 different tracks. In the old days he would eventually have to carry the track on his back, but racing has gotten away from handicaps it seems.

Your contention that short priced champion caliber horses are the bettor's enemy is slightly anachronistic. I would agree with you 100% in olden days when the wagering menu was limited to straight WPS, double and exacta wagering. With the advent of multiple race wagers, there is a way to deploy these "locks" who seemingly have a 40- 50% chance of winning. The all stakes P4 at CD (second fave, co fave, LITF, and $30 winner of the last race) paid over $900