Jeff Siegel&#8217;s Blog: West Coast Daily Workout Analysis &#8211; Updated October 22, 2019

Actually went five furlongs to to the 7/8 pole in company with Éclair (same time), slightly second best to the wire under some coaxing, splits of :23.3, :48 flat and 1:01.2 on our watches. Super Saver colt has some run, getting fit, should make the entries soon.

Bast

Oct. 22, 2019

5f, 1:01h

Grade: B-

Actually worked a full seven furlongs from 5/8ths pole all the way around to the six-furlong pole, inside with Hot Sean (5f, 1:01.3, not asked much through the lane, up at wire), while earning splits of :24.3, :36.3 1:01 flat, 1:14.1 and up in 1:28.1, tiring as expected after losing her company. Has a Grade-1 win around two turns over this main track, but probably will have to produce a forward move to win the BC Juvenile Fillies.

Bristol Bayou

Oct. 22, 2019

5f, 1:00.4h

Grade: B-

Under a nice hold early, was asked some late and finished reasonably well, splits of :36.2 and 1:01 flat on our watches. Based on form, may need a drop into a high-priced maiden claimer.

Éclair

Oct. 22, 2019

4f, :48h

Grade: B-

Slightly best inside Azul Coast (same time) while actually working five furlongs out to 7/8 pole, splits of :23.3 and :48 flat to the wire before continuing out in 1:01.2, some late coaxing. Seeking a first-level allowance sprint for juvenile fillies and should be a fit at that level.

Hot Sean

Oct. 22, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: C+

Worked outside Bast (5f, 1:01h) and was second best, finishing about three lengths back at the wire without being asked much (workmate under pressure), splits of :24.3, :36.3 and 1:01.3. Freshened since Del Mar and has solid, consistent recent form even though he’s often used as a workmate to prepare more highly regarded stable mates for stakes races.

Leading Score

Oct. 22, 2019

5f, :59.4h

Grade: B

Second best by a length outside Roadster (5f, :59.3h) while going a couple of ticks slower on our watches, final quarter in :24.2 while being ridden a bit through the lane. Plenty fit, fits best with overnight stakes foes.

McKinzie

Oct. 22, 2019

7f, 1:24.2h

Grade: A-

Went from 5/8ths pole all the way around to the 6f pole and earned splits of :24.3, :36.2, and 1:00.1 to the wire, then finished out in 1:24.3 on our watches to complete strong work while being ridden hard into and around the clubhouse turn. Testing drill under the circumstances but a superior move, to be sure. However, he still has to prove he can handle a mile and one-quarter.

Mitole

Oct. 22, 2019

5f, :58.4hg

Grade: A-

Solo gate work, splits of :23 flat, :34.1, :45.3 and :58.2 on our watches before coasting to the wire in 1:11.4. Was late changing leads but other than that was impressive displaying his intense speed without really being asked for it. Blazing drill should have him on edge for the BC Sprint.

Roadster

Oct. 22, 2019

5f, :59.3h

Grade: B+

Went a couple of ticks slower on our watches but looked good nonetheless, splits of :36.3 and 1:00 flat while inside Leading Score (5f, :59.4h), finishing about a length in front under mild urging in the final furlong. Plenty fit for Baffert, half-past ready by now.

Succcessandsurpass

Oct. 22, 2019

5f, 1:02.4

Grade: B-

Never really asked much at any stage, splits of :25.2, :37.3 and 1:03 flat on our watches, nice and steady. Grass specialist has room to improve with experience and maturity.

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Adens Dream

Oct. 21, 2019

4f, :47.3h

Grade: B

Smooth work for Sadler, never really asked much, final three furlongs in :11.2 and :35.4. In good shape, seeking a spot,

Armed Forces

Oct. 21, 2019

5f, 1:00.2h

Grade: B

In blinkers, never really asked, final three furlongs in :11.3 and :36.2 Gelded son of Medaglia d’Oro has yet to make it to the post at age four but is getting closer. Has some ability (brought $525,000 as a yearling), a few works away at this stage.

Buckstopper Kit

Oct. 21, 2019

5f, 1:04h TT

Grade: B-

Broke off five lengths in front of Mirth (5f, 1:03h) and managed to hold that one at bay through the lane, not really asked much (workmate asked), finishing well after going off slowly. Comes off restricted $32,000 claiming win and holds that form.

Cleopatra’s Strike

Oct. 21, 2019

4f, :49.2h TT

Grade: B+

Appeared quite sharp in solo training track breeze for D’Amato, final three furlongs in :12.2 and :36.4, strictly on his own. Gets the acid test in the BC Turf, will need the race of his career to be competitive but couldn’t be doing any better.

Coco Cookies

Oct. 21, 2019

4f, :48.4h TT

Grade: B

$160,000 OBS March sale purchase by Carpe Diem was under a nice hold through the lane for D’Amato, final three furlongs in :12 flat and :37.2. New York-bred filly may have some run, worth another look.

Comedian

Oct. 21, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: B

Inside Midnight Bisou (same time) and was under a nice hold throughout while ‘Bisou was under mild late coaxing, both going off slowly and then finishing well, splits of :25.2, :37 flat and 1:01.3 on our watches. Oklahoma shipper arrives in good form and has all of his conditions.

Don’t Blame Judy

Oct. 21, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h TT

Grade: B-

Ridden through the lane, fair to okay in solo training track drill, final three furlongs in :11.4 and :37.3. Probably needs turf to show her best stuff.

Eight Rings

Oct. 21, 2019

6f, 1:14.2h

Grade: B+

Never asked a drop while outside Qahira (6f, 1:14.4h), going off easily and then finishing with plenty left, splits of :25.4, :37.4, :49.2 and 1:14.3 on our watches, eager to the wire. Arguably Baffert’s best chance for a Breeders’ Cup win.

Engage

Oct. 21, 2019

5f, 1:03h

Grade: B

Went a bit faster than given and was never asked, a tad rank approaching the half mile pole but then settling and working smoothly, splits of :24 flat and :49.2 to the wire before finishing out nicely to 7/8 pole sin 1:02.1 on our watches. Recently arrived and seemed healthy and happy, pointing for the B C Sprint.

Exsqueeze Me

Oct. 21, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h

Grade: C+

Finished under light late coaxing, final half in :23.2 and :49.2, appearing to struggle a bit in the final furlong. Texas shipper surely will get tested on this circuit, seeking a moderate maiden affair.

K P Indy

Oct. 21, 2019

4f, :47.3h

Grade: X

Total fiction on the final time, went off slowly and never pick it up until the final furlong, opening quarter in about :28 seconds (didn’t time thru the lane). Not quite sure what the game plan was supposed to be, will be curious to see when this colt works back. Certainly can run some, though was a beaten favorite in a maiden turf sprint for juveniles last time out.

Midcourt

Oct. 21, 2019

4f, :48.1h

Grade: C

Went off slowly, was asked into the lane and finished under steady encouragement, splits of :12.3, :24.3 and :49.2, considerably slower than official final time. Not a pretty mover (high-headed) but there’s nothing wrong with his form. Hard to endorse based on this move and will get tested on the raise for Shirreffs.

Midnight Bisou

Oct. 21, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: B

Worked outside Comedian (same time) and was under mild coaxing through the lane to prove slightly best (workmate not asked), splits of :25.2, :37 flat and 1:01.3. Certainly nothing to knock but this drill didn’t knock our socks off, either. Will be a short price favorite in the BC Distaff.

Mirth

Oct. 21, 2019

5f, 1:03h TT

Grade: C+

Broke off about five lengths behind Buckstopper Kit (5f, 1:04h) and was under some coaxing through the lane but couldn’t quite catch workmate (not asked), splits of :25.2, :38 flat and 1:03.1 on our watches, not terribly inspiring. Sprung a major upset in the Rodeo Drive Stakes that earned her a start in the BC Filly & Mare Turf, will be a huge price.

Noble Hearted

Oct. 21, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: B-

Worked inside Sugar Pickel (same time) and was best by more than a length at the wire, some late coaxing with splits of :24.4, :37.1 and 1:02 flat on our watches, a bit slower than given but not too bad. Juvenile daughter of Noble Mission in the Eurton barn is getting fit.

Qahira

Oct. 21, 2019

6f, 1:14.4h

Grade: C+

Inside Eight Rings (6f, 1:14.2) and was second best, unable to match strides with classy juvenile in the final furlong while under some coaxing (workmate never asked at all), :25.4, :47.4, :49.2 and 1:14.4 on our watches. Thought she might finish a bit better than she did under the circumstances. Should return to action soon.

Snapper Sinclair

Oct. 21, 2019

5f, 1:01.2h

Grade: B-

Not bad for a grass horse working on dirt, splits of :12.3, :24.3, :36.1 and 1:01.2, light coaxing in the final furlong. Listed stakes winner at Kentucky Downs in last start and seems to be doing well enough.

Sugar Pickle

Oct. 21, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: C+

Worked outside Noble Hearted (same time) and clearly second best, finishing about a length back at the wire under some coaxing in the final furlong, splits of :34.4, :37.1 and 1:02.1 on our watches. Candy Ride filly didn’t bring much at auction (was an RNA for $32,000 at the OBS March sale) and doesn’t look like all that much at this stage.

OCTOBER 20, 2019

Antigone

Oct. 20, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h

Grade: B-

A tad the best inside Loafers Boy (same time), light coaxing only, splits of :24 flat and :49.2 for the final half mile. Looks okay, may be capable of improving her last outing.

Carpe Vinum

Oct. 20, 2019

5f, 1:03.1h

Grade: C

No match for Lovely Lilia (5f, 1:02.2h, not asked), even to the head of the lane but then unable to match strides under mild pressure in the final furlong. Was $200,000 OBS April sale purchase, workmate is pretty tough but needs to show more.

Catapult

Oct. 20, 2019

4f, :48.3h

Grade: B

Ears up, breezing throughout for Sadler, splits of :24 flat and :48.3 looking fine. Recent form has been disappointing but he continues to train with a degree of enthusiasm.

Cocoa Cents

Oct. 20, 2019

5f, 1:03.2h

Grade: C-

No match for older claimer Concord Jet (5f, 1:02.1h), very rough changing leads and fading readily in the final furlong. Goldencents juvenile filly isn’t too far along quite yet but need to do better.

Concord Jet

Oct. 20, 2019

5f, 1:02.1h

Grade: B

Looked good for a cheap type, breezing throughout and coasting home while much best over Cocoa Cents (5f, 1:03.2h), splits of :24.4, :36.3 and 1:02.1, Perking up, should be dangerous in a modest claiming sprint

Federal Case

Oct. 20, 2019

4f, :49.2h

Grade: B-

Went well enough without being asked, easy early, good rhythm late, splits of :12.2 and :36.4 for the final three furlongs. Once was well regarded, seems healthy for M. McCarthy.

Katsaros

Oct. 20, 2019

4f, :49.1h

Grade: C

Second best inside Perfect Rush (4f, :49.h, very easily), under pressure through the lane but not showing much of a response. Maiden claimer needs a class drop.

Loafers Boy

Oct. 20, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h

Grade: C+

Not really asked much outside Antigone (same time) while appearing slightly second best under mild coaxing through the lane, final quarter in :25.3. Unraced 3-year-old gelding by Coil is getting fit, fair type at this stage.

Lovely Lilia

Oct. 20, 2019

5f, 1:02.2h

Grade: B+

In blinkers, under wraps through the lane while much best over Carpe Vinum (5f, 1:03.1h), slow early but nice late, final quarter in :24.3. Animal Kingdom filly probably will be seen next in a starter’s allowance affair, developing very nicely.

Paradise Woods

Oct. 20, 2019

6f, 1:13.3h

Grade: B

Worked freely early while being allowed to display her speed in :23.3 and :47.2 to the top, then slowed up a bit through the lane but wasn’t really asked, up in 1:13.3, good final time over this deep track. Maintains her top form, hoping to give Midnight Bisou some competition in the BC Distaff.

Pas de Panique

Oct. 20, 2019

6f, 1:14h

Grade: B

In blinkers, caught him from the 5/8ths pole to the wire in :24.2, :36.1 and 1:02.1, not bad under mild coaxing only through the lane. Cal-bred juvenile by Smiling Tiger probably has some improvement in him.

Passing

Oct. 20, 2019

4f, :47.4h

Grade: C+

Asked pretty good in the final furlong, splits of :12 flat, :23.2 and :47.4, not too bad for Wong. In good shape but needs modest claimers.

Perfect Rush

Oct. 20, 2019

4f, :49h

Grade: B

Under a nice hold throughout, final quarter mile in :25.2 while much best over Katsaros (4f, :49.1h, urged, not much). Mineshaft filly just graduated in a maiden $50,000 affair and likely will return in a starter’s allowance sprint.

Rayana

Oct. 20, 2019

5f, 1:01.2h

Grade: B-

Went off slowly, was asked pretty good in the final stages and responded with interest, splits of :12.3, :24.3, :36.4 and 1:01.2. Sparingly-raced filly has all of her conditions, been away since June, will do her best over a distance of ground.

Secret Spice

Oct. 20, 2019

5f, 1:00h

Grade: B-

Broke off a couple of lengths behind maiden Taishan (5f, 1:00.2h), had dead aim on that one at the furlong pole but could never get by under mild coaxing, final three furlongs in :11.4 and :36.1. Wasn’t bad but expected better for the BC Distaff-bound stakes winner.

Speech

Oct. 20, 2019

5f, 1:02h

Grade: B

Stalked The Stiff (5f, 1:02.1h) early, engaged that one on the turn and then was best by about a length at the wire under mild coaxing, nice move for a 2-year-old, final half mile in :24 flat and :49.1. Was $190,000 OBS March sale buy, Mr. Speaker juvenile filly isn’t too far along but is getting fit and acts like she has ability. Future probably lies going long on the lawn.

Taishan

Oct. 20, 2019

5f, 1:00.2h

Grade: B+

Twirling Candy colt worked extremely well for Baltas in company with BC Distaff-bound Secret Spice (5f, 1:00h), breaking off in front of that one and then holding her at bay under mild coaxing only, final three furlongs in :11.4 and :36.1, plenty left late. Had an outing at Del Mar and certainly can improve with that race behind him, expecting a nice forward move next time out.

The Stiff

Oct. 20, 2019

5f, 1:02.1h

Grade: B-

Slightly second best inside Speech (5f, 1:02h), not much pressure, final half in :24 flat and :49.2., not too bad. Solid third in maiden juvenile router on grass recently and has a right to improve with experience. May prefer turf.

Tiger Silk

Oct. 20, 2019

5f, 1:00.2h

Grade: B-

Received the slower time while in company with Tinnie (5f, 1:00.1h) but was slightly best to the wire, some coaxing throughout the lane, splits of :23.3 and :48.3 for the final half mile, okay work. Australian-bred filly showed some talent in New Zealand, should make U.S. debut soon, probably needs turf to do her best work.

Tinnie

Oct. 20, 2019

5f, 1:00.1h

Grade: B-

Worked inside Tiger Silk (5f, 1:00.2h), breaking slightly behind and then finishing down the lane under mild coaxing while slightly second best at the wire, final half mile in :23.3 and :48.3. Congrats filly is seeking another maiden claiming router on grass.

OCTOBER 19, 2019

Abusive Gary

Oct. 19,2019

5f, 1:01.4h TT

Grade: B

In blinkers, broke off a few lengths in front of good Midwest shipper Noble Commander (5f, 1:01.1h) and finished down the lane with that one under mild coaxing (workmate going easily), decent work under the circumstances. Cal-bred gelding is getting fit, been away since last winter when he displayed some promise.

Acclimate

Oct. 19, 2019

5f, 1:00.1h

Grade: B-

Went slower than given, from the half mile pole to the wire on our watches :24.4 and :50 and small change, then continued out to 7/8 pole in 1:02.3, very light coaxing only, solid drill while maintaining his edge. Will take them as far as he can on the front end in the BC Turf.

Authentic

Oct. 19, 2019

4f, :48h

Grade:

In blinkers, slightly second best outside Seiche (same time), never asked much while earning splits of :24.1 and :48.1 on our watches, looking okay. Into Mischief juvenile colt brought $350,000 as a yearling, getting fit.

Bellafina

Oct. 19, 2019

4f, :47.1h

Grade: B+

Solo gate drill with splits of :24.1, :35.3 and :47.1, picking it up mostly on her on into the turn and finished smoothly. Pointing for the BC Filly & Mare Sprint and appears in good enough shape to be competitive.

Bolo

Oct. 19, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h

Grade: C

Broke off a few lengths in front Smokey Image (5f, 1:01h), was ridden through the lane and then out to 7/8 pole to be doing his best, splits of :23.4, :48.4 and 1:01.4 on our watches, ordinary as usual for turf specialist. Pointing for BC Mile; appears overmatched. Workmate was under some restraint to stay behind Bolo but failed to change leads and didn’t look so hot, either.

Bowies Hero

Oct. 19, 2019

4f, :50.2h TT

Grade: B

Broke off behind Mischiffie (4f, :50.3h TT) and was under no real coaxing through the lane while just failing to catch workmate at the wire, typical move for him. Pointing for the BC Mile after winning a Grade 1 race in Kentucky; workmate finished without pressure and looked good.

Catalina Cruiser

Oct. 19, 2019

5f, 1:00.3h

Grade: B

Looked fine in solo spin, splits of :24.3, :36.1 and 1:00.2 on our watches, mostly on his own. Connections have opted for the BC Sprint over B C Dirt Mile, will be facing a ton of speed in the former and it might be a bit challenging for him to have to deal with it.

Factor of Two

Oct. 19, 2019

4f, :49.1h

Grade: C

Second best with Torosay (5f, 1:01.2h, out to 7/8 pole) and was somewhat disappointing, even with work mate to the top but then getting outrun in the final furlong while under some pressure, about two lengths back at the wire. May need grass for her best, sprung an upset when graduating sprinting on turf last time out.

Foxtail

Oct. 19, 2019

5f, 1:02h

Grade: C+

Used as a workmate for Higher Power (5f, 1:01h) and was no match from the quarter pole home but wasn’t asked much, either, falling back on her own courage in the final stages. Tough task being asked to be a sparring mate for her BC Classic-bound stable mate.

Friar’s Road

Oct. 19, 2019

5f, 1:01hg

Grade: B-

Inside Rushie (same time) in team gate drill, splits of :24.1, :35.4 and :48 flat, then was allowed to coast out an extra furlong while even throughout with workmate (who may have been going a tad easier early on). Expensive yearling ($500,000) by Quality Road is getting fit, okay sort, maybe.

Governance

Oct. 19, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h

Grade: C+

Came the final half in :23.4 and :49.4, some mild late coaxing, okay to moderate type work. Clearly needs grass for best, shown he can run some and may have further improvement in him.

Hackberry

Oct. 19, 2019

5f, 1:02.4h

Grade: B

Breezed home nicely, final three furlongs in :11.4 and :37.1, never asked. Has all of his conditions and will run all day, bred for turf but handled the main track fine here.

Hidden Message

Oct. 19, 2019

5f, 1:02.3h

Grade: B

Breezing every step of the way, splits of :25.2, :37.1 and 1:02.3, looking fine on the main track for Callaghan. High class Scat Daddy 3-year-old filly maintains her edge.

Higher Power

Oct. 19, 2019

5f, 1:01h

Grade: B+

Broke off behind Foxtail (5f, 1:02h) and after going off slowly easily handled that one through the lane, never asked, then continued out with plenty left to 7/8 pole, :24.1 from the quarter pole to the wire. Better than last shows, hope he leaves cleanly in the BC Classic.

Hit the Road

Oct. 19, 2019

4f, :50.1h TT

Grade: B+

Broke off behind Live It Well (same time) and breezed through the lane to appear much best in the final stages, final three furlongs in :37.2 in training track drill, quite sharp following impressive recent grass win. Could be the real deal, we’ll find out in the BC Juvenile Turf.

Live It Well

Oct. 19, 2019

4f, :50.1h

Grade: B-

Used as a workmate for BC Juvenile Turf-bound Hit the Road (same time) and was under some coaxing late (workmate breezing with a ton in the tank) in the final stages of the training track drill, :37.3 for the final three furlongs. Not too bad under the circumstances, seems in good enough shape.

Madame Vestal

Oct. 19, 2019

4f, :49h TT

Grade: B+

Never asked a drop in easy training track drill, final three furlongs in :36.4. Lightly-raced and genuine Into Mischief filly should return to action soon, appears right on edge.

Magic Rate

Oct. 19, 2019

5f, 1:02.4hg

Grade: C

Worked from gate with older turf router Ronald R (6f, 1:15.2hg) and was under some coaxing most of the way while a tad second best, slow early and not particularly fast late, either, splits of :25.4, :L49.4 and 1:02.4, up at the eighth pole while workmate continued to the wire. Hard to endorse right now, should make the entries soon.

Mischiffie

Oct. 19, 2019

4f, :50.3h TT

Grade: B

Broke off in front of Bowie’s Hero (4f, :50.2h) in training track drill and barely held that one off under light coaxing through the lane (workmate never really asked), nice, eager drill for improving turf specialist. Has a look on the raise.

Mongolian Groom

Oct. 19, 2019

4f, :49.1h

Grade: B

Cruised in easy half mile drill, :23.2 and :48.4 on our watches, a tad faster than given, never asked. Out to prove that his win in the Awesome Again S.-G1 wasn’t a fluke, pointing for the BC Classic.

Noble Commander

Oct. 19, 2019

5f, 1:01.1h TT

Grade: B+

Broke off a few lengths behind Abusive Gary (5f, 1:01:4h), engaged that one on the turn and finished down the lane with ‘Gary while well in hand, able to faster if turned loose and looking quite good in training track drill. Midwest invader has been freshened since June, should be ready to get back into action soon.

Ocean Fury

Oct. 19, 2019

4f, :48.2h

Grade: B

Prefers turf but handled the main track well enough in this solo half mile drill, never asked, splits of :23.2 and :48.2 while looking fine. Sprung an upset in a tough allowance race earlier this meeting, likely to be seen next in the Twilight Derby.

Oleksandra

Oct. 19, 2019

4f, :50.3h TT

Grade: B

Easy training track drill, never asked a drop, looking sharp as usual, final three furlongs in :38.3 for Drysdale. Probably pointing for the Ken Maddy Stakes sprinting on turf for fillies and mares on Breeders’ Cup Saturday.

Ollie’s Candy

Oct. 19, 2019

5f, :59.2h

Grade: B

Light coaxing only, final three furlongs in :11.1 and :36 flat after going off a bit quickly. Pointing for the BC Distaff, will give it her best but on form is a cut below what it will take to upset Midnight Bisou.

Ronald R

Oct. 19, 2019

6f, 1:15.2hg

Grade: C+

Worked from gate with Magic Rate (5f, 1:02.4hg) and did okay for turf router, slow early and moderate late, splits of :25.4, :49.4 and 1:15.4 on our watches, mild coaxing in the final furlong while appearing willing enough. Sparingly raced but got good over the summer. May have his problems but should return soon and can fire fresh.

Rushie

Oct. 19, 2019

5f, 1:01hg

Grade: B-

In company from gate with Friar’s Road (same time) and may have gone a bit the easier of the two while pretty much even throughout, splits of :24.1, :35.3 and :48 flat (pretty much up there) before easing out five furlongs. Liam’s Map juvenile colt is getting fit, definitely has some run, worth a look.

Seiche

Oct. 19, 2019

4f, :48h

Grade: B

Inside Authentic (same time) and was a tad the best, never really asked much, splits of :24.1 and :48.1 on our watches. Super Saver colt is an intriguing juvenile and should be followed.

Shancealot

Oct. 19, 2019

4f, :46.4h

Grade: B

Went well without being asked, splits of :22.4 and :46.4, solid work for sure but not scintillating. May not be terribly fond of the deep Santa Anita main track, perhaps wants to hear his feet rattle. We’ll get one more look at him next week.

Smokey Image

Oct. 19, 2019

5f, 1:01h

Grade: C+

Broke off behind Bolo (5f, 1:01.4h) and was under restraint to remain behind that one through the lane but failed to change leads and really didn’t look all that hot (nor did his workmate). Got to go back a few years to find his best form.

Stubbins

Oct. 19, 2019

4f, :48.4h

Grade: B

Looked fine going a tad faster than given on our watches, :48.2, never asked, full stride late with plenty left. Probably pointing for the BC Turf Sprint, though five furlongs on grass on this track might be a tad sharp for him.

Torosay

Oct. 19, 2019

5f, 1:01.1h

Grade: B

Best by a couple of lengths inside Factor of Two (4f, :49.1, up at wire) and went pretty well throughout without being asked much, splits of :24.1, :48.1 and 1:01.1 out to 7/8 pole. Flashed good speed before weakening in debut, has a right to improve.

War Beast

Oct. 19, 2019

4f, :49.2h

Grade: B-

Was asked through the lane and responded well enough, splits of :24.2 and :49.3 on our watches while holding his form. Strictly a turf horse, was good second in Zuma Beach Stakes and has further improvement in him.

OCTOBER 18, 2019

American Theorem

Oct. 18, 2019

6f, 1:14.3h

Grade: C+

Took a bit of a step back today in solo six furlong drill, going off slowly (first three furlongs in :38 flat, before being asked to pick it up through the lane and was late changing leads while leaning in a bit, :49.3 and 1:14.3. Previous move with a workmate really was eye-catching but this was not particularly visually pleasing (perhaps he needed company). Question mark approaching the BC Juvenile.

An Eddie Surprise

Oct. 18, 2019

4f, :49.2h

Grade: B-

Under a nice hold throughout while even but a bit the best with Homehome (same time), easy throughout, splits of :25 flat and :49.3. Doing well, holds her form, should make the entries again soon.

Andyoushallreceive

Oct. 18, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h

Grade: B-

Broke off a couple of lengths behind Cupid’s Claws (5f, 1:02h), engaged that one into the lane but couldn’t get by under some urging (workmate going easily), splits of :25.2, :37.4 and 1:01.4, solid late after going off easily. In good enough shape but needs to be realistically spotted.

Autumn Day

Oct. 18, 2019

5f, 1:02.2h TT

Grade: C+

Looked okay, mostly in hand until approaching the wire, then was asked a bit, final three furlongs in :38 flat. May improve but needs a class drop.

Boa Nova

Oct. 18, 2019

4f, :49.2h TT

Grade: B

Never really asked in solo training track drill, final three furlongs in :37.1. Was in too tough in the Eddie D. Stakes, can improve if realistically spotted. Turf sprints only.

Busy Paynter

Oct. 18, 2019

4f, :48.1h

Grade: B-

Not really asked much, splits of :23.2 and :48.1 looking reasonably well. May be worth some consideration with a class drop.

Cali Dude

Oct. 18, 2019

4f, :49.1h

Grade: B-

Mostly in hand throughout, final quarter mile in :25.1. Clever win in debut but the next rung up the class ladder will test him.

Campaign

Oct. 18, 2019

6f, 1:15.1h

Grade: C+

Ultimate plodder was ridden along early and asked a bit through the lane, splits of :36.4, :49.1 and 1:15.2 on our watches, not terribly exciting. The really don’t write races long enough for him on this circuit.

Comical

Oct. 18, 2019

5f, 1:03.4h

Grade: C

Worked from half-mile pole out to 7/8 pole, splits of :25.1 and :51 flat to the wire before finishing out under urging in 1:03.4, a tad unfocused entering the lane (drifted out) and then not having a whole lot of pick up late. Has looked better, for sure. Question mark pointing for the BC Juvenile Fillies.

Cupid’s Claws

Oct. 18, 2019

5f, 1:02h

Grade: B+

Broke off a couple of lengths in front of Andyoushallreceive (5f, 1:01.4h), was engaged by that one into the lane but held work mate at bay while well in hand throughout (workmate asked), very nice work, slow early, strong late, splits of :25.3, :38 flat and 1:02 flat, plenty left at the wire. Has all of his conditions and is getting fit after being away for 10 months.

Donna Veloce

Oct. 18, 2019

5f, 1:00h

Grade: A-

Effortless drill, breaking off a few lengths behind Stretford End (5f, 1:00.4h) and easily going past workmate in the final furlong while well in hand, splits of :12.1, :24.2, :36 flat and 1:00 flat, plenty left without being asked a drop. Couldn’t have been more impressive while preparing to take the lead from a debut maiden win to the BC Juvenile Fillies.

Homehome

Oct. 18, 2019

4f, 49.2h

Grade: B-

Maybe a tad second best in company with An Eddie Surprise (same time), easy most of the way, never really asked, splits of :25 flat and :49.3 on our watches. Won at first asking but the next step up the class ladder should test her.

Kitty Boom Boom

Oct. 18, 2019

5f, 1:03.1h

Grade: B-

Easy breeze, never asked, looking fine on the comeback trail, splits of :25.3, :38 flat and 1:03.1. Cal-bred filly dominated up north in the Campanile Stakes in April but then was turned out, getting fit again and look good and healthy.

Landeskog

Oct. 18, 2019

5f, 1:02h

Grade: B

Broke off a few lengths behind Parsimony (5f, 1:03h), came inside that one entering the lane finished evenly with workmate to the wire, with both continuing out to 7/8 pole, splits of :25.4, :50.1 to the wire, up in 1:02.2, before galloping out to six furlong pole in 1:15.4, easy most of the way looking willing and sharp, Possible for the BC Sprint, form suggests he’s a couple of cuts below that level but with plenty of improvement in him.

Lazy Daisy

Oct. 18, 2019

4f, 48.3h

Grade: B-

Ridden a bit through the lane and responded okay, splits of :23.3 and :48.2 on our watches while maintaining her form. Gets the acid test in the BC Juvenile Fillies.

Legends of War

Oct. 18, 2019

5f, 1:00.4h

Grade: B-

Went from half mile pole out to 7/8 pole, easy to the top, then asked pretty hard through the lane, splits of :23.4 and :48.1 to the wire, up in 1:00.4. Good enough work but is a much better mover on grass, won a Grade 3 turf sprint stakes in Kentucky last time out.

Nolde

Oct. 18, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h

Grade: C+

Final three furlongs in :11.4 and :37 flat, asked late, fair to moderate response. Certainly prefers turf, pointing for the Twilight Derby, seems in good enough shape.

Parkour

Oct. 18, 2019

6f, 1:14.3H

Grade: B-

Testing work for Mandella-trained maiden, going off quickly and then paying the price late in solo six furlong drill, final half in :24.4 and :51 on our watches. Carpe Diem filly should be fit enough by now, has some speed, at least.

Parsimony

Oct. 18, 2019

5f, 1:03h

Grade: B-

Broke off a few lengths in front of Landeskog (5f, 1:03h), allowed that one to come through inside into the lane and finished stride-stride with that one before both continued out to the 7/8 pole under light coaxing and then coasting out to six furlong pole. Slow work, but well in hand and looked fine. Got a confidence building maiden win (finally!) sprinting and probably should be kept around one turn for now.

Soldier Boy

Oct. 18, 2019

5f, 1:01.2h

Grade: B

Never asked at any stage, easy to the wire, splits of :24.4, :36.3 and 1:01.3 for Sadler. Lost a toughie last time out, should be the one to beat in a similar maiden main track sprint in his next outing.

Stone Secret

Oct. 18, 2019

4f, :49.4hg

Grade: C-

Broke slowly in gate drill with War Path (4f, :48.4hg) and was outrun throughout despite urging, unimpressive on all counts. Secret Circle juvenile colt brought $145,000 at the OBS March sale but will need to do a whole lot better than this.

Storm the Court

Oct. 18, 2019

5f, 1:00.2h

Grade: B

Went off slowly in hand, picked it up midway and finished without need of pressure, solid work with splits of :24.3, :36.1 and 1:00.3 on our watches. Doing well but will be faced with a tough task in the BC Juvenile.

Stretford End

Oct. 18, 2019

5f, 1:00.2h

Grade: B-

Used as a target for Donna Veloce (5f, 1:00 flat), breaking off a few lengths in front but proving no match for breezing workmate in the final furlong, winding up about two back at the wire without really being asked much (went a few tickets slower than official final time). Not too bad considering the competition.

War Path

Oct. 18, 2019

4f, :49.4hg

Grade: B-

Went smoothly from gate without being asked while much best over Stone Secret (4f, :49.4hg), splits of :25 flat and :48.4. War Front juvenile colt is getting fit, has ability and should be watched in more serious drills.

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Amatara

Oct. 17, 2019

5f, 1:02h

Grade: B

Went fairly easily throughout while a tad the best over Liar Liar (same time), final half mile in :24.2 and :49.2, solid drill. Probably can improve her last try but will have after failing at odds-on.

Auberge

Oct. 17, 2019

5f, 1:00.3hg

Grade: B

In company from gate outside Paint Me Lucky (same time) and was going the easier of the two most of the way, splits of :24.2, :36 flat and :48.1 to the top, then went well through the lane and actually galloped out a full six furlongs in 1:14.4 while leaving workmate behind in the final stages. Expensive ($570,00) Timonium May sale purchase should be fit enough by now, seeking a spot for Baffert.

Comical Ghost

Oct. 17, 2019

5f, 1:00.3h

Grade: B+

Sharp as usual for Baffert, final three furlongs in :11.4 and :36.1, light coaxing only and finishing with plenty left. Both career wins were impressive, may get tested vs. stakes types next time out.

Constitutionaffair

Oct. 17, 2019

4f, :49.2h

Grade: B-

Not really asked much at any stage, splits of :12.2, :24.3 and :49.2. Just starting out, didn’t bring much at the OBS winter sale ($25,000) but is by the right stallion.

Der Lu

Oct. 17, 2019

4f, :49h

Grade: B

Breezing in easy spin, final three furlongs in :11.4 and :36.2, eager to the wire. May finally be figuring things out, very much liked her last win.

Elgofranco

Oct. 17. 2019

5f, 1:02h

Grade: B-

Went pretty well inside Peedie (same time), never really asked much, final half mile in :23.4 and :49.1. Square Eddie juvenile filly is a good mover and should make the entries soon.

Garth

Oct. 17, 2019

4f, :48.1h

Grade: B

Slightly behind Hydrogen (same time) at the wire, under a tight hold most of the way, solid work for Baffert, splits of :12.2, :23.4 and :48.1. Plenty of ability for sure, needs to show he’s genuine in the p.m.

Goliad

Oct. 17, 2019

5f, 1:01.1h

Grade: B

Broke off about four lengths in front of Superstition (5f, 1:00.3h), was engaged by that one on the turn while going easily and then held that one off without being asked at all in the final furlong, nice work, splits of :35.3 and 1:01.2 on our watches, looking better than he did prior to his first outing. Sprung a surprise in debut going long on the lawn and is seeking a similar type of race on the one-level raise for Mandella.

Hydrogen

Oct. 17, 2019

4f, :48.1h

Grade: B-

Finished slightly in front inside Garth (same time), splits of :12.2, :23.4 and :48.1, some coaxing through the lane (workmate not asked), okay work for Baffert. Not sure how much upside this colt has, probably a cut below the good ones in this barn.

La Force

Oct. 17, 2019

6f, 1:14h

Grade: C+

Splits of :12.2, :24 flat, :35.4, :47.4 and 1:14 flat, asked some in the final furlong, fair to moderate under the circumstances. Looks to be in very tough in what will be her final career start in the BC Distaff.

Liar Liar

Oct. 17, 2019

5f, 1:02h

Grade: B-

Slightly second best outside Amatara (same time), some coaxing through the lane, final half mile in :24.2 and :49.2. Probably needs turf to show his best, displayed ability when runner-up in a maiden turf affair last month in his U.S. debut and has a right to build on that performance for Baltas.

Lilypop

Oct. 17, 2019

4f, :48h

Grade: B+

Smooth and easy, splits of :12 flat and :35.4 for the final three furlongs, never asked. Like the way this Strong Mandate juvenile filly moves, nice prospect, for sure, still a ways away from a race.

Paint Me Lucky

Oct. 17, 2019

5f, 1:00.3hg

Grade: B-

Went okay for Baffert inside Auberge (same time) with splits of :24.2, :36 flat and :48.1, appearing slightly second best throughout (workmate going easily) under mild coaxing only. Lost a toughie at a big price (14-1) last time out, may have a bit of improvement in him.

Peedie

Oct. 17, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h

Grade: C+

Slightly second best at the wire with Elgofranco (same time) after breaking off a bit behind that one, final half mile in :23.4 and :49.1, nice hold early and then under mild coaxing late. Looks okay but long-time maiden probably wants a class drop.

Super Patriot

Oct. 17, 2019

4f, :50.4h TT

Grade: B-

Breezing in easy training track move, final three furlongs in :12.1 and :37.4. Maintain her edge, does her best running long on the lawn.

Superstition

Oct. 17, 2019

4f, 1:00.3h

Grade: B

Broke off about four lengths behind Goliad (5f, 1:01.2h), engaged that one on the turn but couldn’t quite get by in the final furlong (workmate going easily) while under light coaxing only, splits of :23.3, :35 flat and 1:00.4 on our watches. Exits a monster maiden race at Del Mar and can be expected to improve with experience for Mandella.

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Leading Score

Oct. 16, 2019

5f, :58.4

Grade: B-

Broke off a couple of lengths behind Roadster (5f, :58.3h), engaged that one on the turn but was no match in the final furlong while failing to change leads while being ridden through the lane. Workmate a tough customer but this was a bit of a step back despite very fast final time.

Omaha Beach

Oct. 16, 2019

4f, :48.1h

Grade: B+

Never asked a drop, final three furlongs in :11.3 and :36 flat before galloping out with plenty left. Appears to have come out of his comeback win in fine shape, pointing for the BC Dirt Mile.

Roadster

Oct. 16, 2019

5f, :58.3

Grade: A-

Terrific work, best in the sequence, while much best over Leading Score (5f, :58.4h), breaking off a couple of lengths in front and then leaving ‘Score behind when challenged into the lane, splits of :23.2, :34.3 and :58.3 to the wire, then up at the 7/8ths pole in 1:11.3, mild coaxing late, full of run throughout. Santa Anita Derby winner is sitting on tilt, can be equally effective sprinting or routing.

War of Will

Oct. 16, 2019

5f, :59.2h

Grade: A-

As good as we’ve ever seen him, splits of :22.4, :34.1 and :59.2 to the wire (breezing in the final furlong), then galloped out to 7/8ths pole in 1:12.4. Seems to like this deep surface and whether or not it’s good enough he should fire his best shot in the BC Classic.

OCTOBER 14, 2019

Azul Coast

Oct. 14, 2019

5f, 1:00hg

Grade: B-

Second best in gate drill with Baffert barn mate Thousand Words (same time), mild coaxing only, some urging latte, splits of :24.1, :35.4, :47.2 and 1:00 flat. Super Save colt brought $320,000 at Keeneland as a yearling, has some run and is getting fit.

Comedian

Oct. 14, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: B

Slightly second best being used as a workmate inside Midnight Bisou (same time) but went nicely while finishing without any pressure. Remington Park shipper has all of his conditions, tough to gauge how he’ll fit on this circuit but is doing well.

Core Beliefs

Oct. 14, 2019

5f, :59.2h

Grade: B+

Broke off two lengths behind Slewgoodtobetrue (5f, :59.4h), engaged her at the head of the lane but was under some coaxing in the final furlong and couldn’t go by breezing workmate, splits of :23.2, :35 flat and :59.2, strong move but appearing slightly second best. Was Grade-2 winner earlier this year but was in tough in his last pair vs. best local older handicap runners.

Eight Rings

Oct. 14, 2019

5f, 1:01h

Grade: B+

Caught him from the half-mile pole to the wire in :24 flat and :48.2, never asked while even but best with Qahira (same time) before galloping out strongly a few lengths in front at the 7/8 pole. Couldn’t be coming up to the BC Juvenile looking any better or sharper.

Engage

Oct. 14, 2019

4f, :50.3h

Grade:

Hard held and a bit rank leaving the pole, then was under stout restraint to the head of the lane before being allowed to coast home, splits of :12.2, :24.3 and :50.2 on our watches. Just getting his feet wet over the surface, should have a more serious drill next week. Grade-2 winner at Keeneland last time out; will get the acid test in the BC Sprint.

Exsqueeze Me

Oct. 14, 2019

4f, :47.4h

Grade: B-

Came from the three-furlong pole to the wire in :11.2 and :35.4, mostly in hand, okay move from Southwest shipper Hit the board in a maiden race at Sam Houston last winter and then disappeared, seems to be coming back in decent shape.

Handsome Michael

Oct. 14, 2019

4f, :49.4h

Grade: B-

Went off slowly, picked up through the lane and finished steadily like a true route type, splits of :12.2, :25 flat and :48.4. Even effort at a big price in debut routing on grass recently and certainly has a right to improve with experience and distance.

Harbour Master

Oct. 14, 2019

5f, 1:01.4

Grade: B-

Final half in :12 flat, :23.4 and :49.2, not asked through the lane, finishing on own courage. May improve, but probably needs a drop into the claiming ranks.

Harmon

Oct. 14, 2019

4f, :49h

Grade: B-

Not asked in easy half mile breeze, splits of :23.2, :24 flat and :49.1 on our watches, coasting to the wire. Has strong recent Golden Gate Fields form, but this tougher circuit, obviously, presents a challenge.

Improbable

Oct. 14, 2019

5f, 1:01.1h

Grade: A-

Went off slowly in hand, then took hold through the lane and finished like a freight train, splits of :25.2, :37.3 and 1:01.2 on our watches, straight and strong to the wire while mostly on his own. Pointing for the BC Dirt Mile, plenty talented but always has been his worst own enemy.

Midnight Bisou

Oct. 14, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: B+

Even but slightly best over Comedian (same time) while finishing in hand and looking sharp and fit. Will be a short price favorite – and deservedly so – the BC Distaff.

Mirth

Oct. 14, 2019

4f, :50.4h TT

Grade: B-

Breezing in solo training track drill, final three furlongs in :12 flat and :37.2. while holding her form. Sprung huge upset in the Rodeo Drive S.-G1 when unpoliced on the lead to qualify for the BC Filly & Mare Turf.

Qahira

Oct. 14, 2019

5f, 1:01.1h

Grade: B-

Even but second best with Eight Rings (same time), final half in :24 flat and :48.2, light coaxing late while ‘Rings was breezing, then fell back a couple of lengths galloping out to 7/8 pole. Lightly-raced, won her last pair in good order but the next class hike will test her.

Slewgoodtobetrue

Oct. 14, 2019

5f, :59.4h

Grade: A-

Broke off a couple of lengths in front of Core Beliefs (5f, :59.2h), was engaged by that one into the lane but held sway while breezing to the wire (workmate asked but couldn’t get by), quite impressive splits of :23.3, :35.1 and :59.4. Jimmy Creed filly has been away since the spring, getting fit, looks super, and has conditions.

Snapper Sinclair

Oct. 14, 2019

5f, 1:01.2h

Grade: B

A tad rank leaving the pole under a tight hold, then settled and went smoothly without any coaxing, splits of :13 flat, :25.2, :37 flat and 1:01.2. Doing very well, had nice stakes win at Kentucky Downs last time out but his Breeders’ Cup competition surely will test him.

Sophie Antoinette

Oct. 14, 2019

5f, 1:01h

Grade: C+

Final three furlongs in :11.4 and :37.3, ridden aggressively through the lane. Probably needs another class drop.

Sunriser

Oct. 14, 2019

5f, 1:01.2h TT

Grade: C+

Ridden some in the final furlong, :12.1 and :37.3, doing her best to the end in solo training track drill. May have a look if matched with soft maiden claimers.

Thousand Words

Oct. 14, 2019

5f, 1:00hg

Grade: B

Even but best outside Azul Coast (same time) in team gate drill, splits of :24.1, :35.4 and :47.2, going the better of the two in the final furlong under mild coaxing before galloping out to the wire in 1:15 flat. Million dollar yearling looks the part, nice prospect should make the entries soon.

OCTOBER 13, 2019

Antigone

Oct. 13, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: B-

Broke off a couple of lengths in front of Saralin (5f, 1:01.1h) and was out finished by that one in the final stages, not really asked while finishing mostly on her own. Okay work under the circumstances, disappointed last trip after showing promise at Del Mar.

Chosen Moon

Oct. 13, 2019

5f, 1:01hg

Grade: C+

Not really impressive in company from gate with Broke Away Grey (same time), slower than given on our watches, :25.3 and :37.4, then was asked pretty hard thereafter and produced only a fair response, :49.3 before being eased up at the furlong pole. Malibu Moon colt should make the entries soon, nothing special at this stage.

Fair Maiden

Oct. 13, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: B

Broke off behind Union Station (5f, 1:02.1h) and cruised on by through the lane without being asked at all, :25 flat, :36.4 and 1:01.4 on our watches looking good. Stakes winner from Woodbine is a possibility for the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf.

Fracas

Oct. 13, 2019

4f, :49h TT

Grade: B-

Mild coaxing in solid training track move, final three furlongs in :37.1. Comes off solid effort at Los Alamitos, seeking another mid-grade claimer for fillies and mares.

Fredricktown

Oct. 13, 2019

5f, 1:01h

Grade: C+

Under some pressure from the 3/8ths pole to the wire and may have lost some of his steam late, second best to the wire with Canyon Crest (same time), final three furlongs in :36.4. Exits a tough race, might try his luck on turf.

Friar’s Road

Oct. 13, 2019

4f, :48hg

Grade: B

Never really asked in gate drill with Flat White (asked, same time, second best), splits of :24 flat, :35.3 and :48 flat, able to go faster if asked. Quality Road colt brought $500,000 as a yearling, getting fit, might make the meeting.

I Can Do This

Oct. 13, 2019

5f, 1:01h

Grade: C+

In blinkers, ridden fairly strongly through the lane, final half mile in :24.2 and :49.2, okay move, seems fairly fit, should make the entries soon.

Kuda Haraa

Oct. 13, 2019

5f, 1:02.2h

Grade: C

Ridden through the lane, splits of :25.1 and :50.1 for the final half mile, doling her best. Competitive Edge juvenile filly looks hard pressed to be competitive on this circuit.

My Journey

Oct. 13, 2019

4f, :48.4h

Grade: C+

Broke off several lengths in front of Secret Spice (4f, :47.3h) and finished down the lane with that one, mild coaxing (workmate under wraps), not too bad for a cheap type. Seeking another bottom-rung maiden claimer.

Saralin

Oct. 13, 2019

5f, 1:01.1h

Grade: B+

Liked this work, as she broke off a couple of lengths behind Antigone (5f, 1:01.3h) and cruised on by without a drop of ask, plenty left late, easy early in :13 flat, :25 flat, and :36.3 before breezing through the lane to be more than a length clear at the wire. Curlin juvenile filly brought $1.3 million as a yearling, getting fit, certainly not a sprint type but is a very exciting prospect for Callaghan.

Secret Spice

Oct. 13, 2019

4f, :47.3h

Grade: B+

Broke off several lengths behind cheap workmate My Journey (4f, :48.4h) and was under wraps throughout while closing the gap and finishing head-and-head with that wire, :24 flat and :47.4 on our watches. Pointing for the Breeders’ Cup, either the Filly & Mare Sprint or Distaff.

Shoplifted

Oct. 13, 2019

5f, 1:01h

Grade: B-

Okay work, certainly not scintillating, splits of :25 flat, :36.3, :48.3 and 1:01 flat in solo gate drill for Asmussen, some light coaxing most of the way. Was no factor in the American Pharoah Stakes in local bow, probably not quite up to that standard.

Taishan

Oct. 13, 2019

5f, 1:02h

Grade: B

Mostly on his own, final half mile in :24.2 and :48.4, solid drill. Had an even run when fifth in his debut at Del Mar and has a right to improve with experience.

Takethediamondlane

Oct. 13, 2019

4f, :47.2h

Grade: B

No real pressure, sharp through the lane, final quarter mile in :23.3. Won her debut at Del Mar in a moderate maiden special weight affair, probably will improve but will get tested on the raise.

OCTOBER 12, 2019

Abusive Gary

Oct. 12, 2019

5f, 1:02.4h TT

Grade: B-

In blinkers, in company with Noble Commander (5f, 1:02.2h TT), breaking off in front and then finishing evenly with that one, neither one asked much through the lane, final quarter in :25.2. Not too bad, come-backing Cal-bred probably wants turf for his best chance.

Adens Dream

Oct. 12, 2019

5f, 1:00h

Grade: B

Hit the top in :35.3 while mostly in hand, then was mildly coaxed in the final furlong and finished well enough, up in 1:00.1 on our watches. Freshened since July, looks healthy, might appreciate a return to the claiming ranks this time around.

Bravo

Oct. 12, 2019

4f, :51.2h TT

Grade: C

Broke off in front of Shanghai Barbie (4f, :51h TT) and was out finished by that one in the final stages, some pressure late, final three furlongs in :38.3. Uncle Mo colt has been training for a while and hasn’t really shown much yet.

Catalina Cruiser

Oct. 12, 2019

6f, 1:12.4h

Grade: B+

Some light coaxing in the final furlong but wasn’t really asked for much, final three furlongs in a strong :36.2. Dead fit, coming up to the Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile in fine fettle.

Credence

Oct. 12, 2019

5f, 1:03.2h

Grade: C-

Outside Posty (5f, 1:02.4h) and was under pressure through the lane, weakening to fall back in the final furlong. Hard to endorse, needs soft maiden claimers on this circuit

Dubnation

Oct. 12, 2019

5f, 1:02h

Grade: C+

Not really impressive while under some coaxing through the lane inside Claim of Passion (same time) and Satchel Paige (5f, 1:01.3h, broke off behind, was breezing outside and best of the trio). Burned money in a high-priced maiden claimer last time out, probably would appreciate a class drop.

Giant Expectations

Oct. 12, 2019

5f, 1:01h

Grade: B+

Went off slowly, then finished strongly without being asked to drop, a typical impressive work for veteran sprinter/miler, splits of :25 flat, :37 flat and 1:01.1 on our watches. Always tries hard when not pitched too high.

Governance

Oct. 12, 2019

4f, :49.2h TT

Grade: B-

Well in hand in easy training track move, final quarter mile in :25.2. Looks fine, seeking another turf miler for juveniles.

Higher Power

Oct. 12, 2019

4f, :47.1h

Grade: B+

Very light coaxing only in solo half-mile spin, splits of :23.1 and :47.1. for Sadler. Probably lost his best chance at the start in the Awesome Again S.-G1 and should fire his best shot in the BC Classic-G1.

Kentan Road

Oct. 12, 2019

4f, :49.2h

Grade: B-

Hard held leaving the pole and was never asked to show speed, final three furlongs in :11.4 and :37.1. Much better mover on grass than dirt, comes off career-top win at Del Mar and holds that form.

Madame Vestal

Oct. 12, 2019

5f, 1:02.4h TT

Grade: B-

Was asked to finish from the 3/8ths pole to the wire while circling wide past a pair of workers, coming home in :37.4, not bad while actually being taken in hand late. Lightly-raced daughter of Into Mischief has further improvement in her.

Noble Commander

Oct. 12, 2019

5f, 1:02.2h TT

Grade: B-

Broke off behind Abusive Gary (5f, 1:02.4h TT) and finished down the lane with that one, never really asked much, final quarter in :24.2. Midwestern invader looks okay, hard to say how or where he’ll fit on this circuit.

Ocean Fury

Oct. 12, 2019

4f, :47.3h

Grade: B

Some coaxing through the lane, :47.4 on our watches while in full stride to the wire with something left. Better on turf than dirt, continues to improve and is ready to tackle stakes-types on grass next time out.

Ollie’s Candy

Oct. 12, 2019

4f, :47.1h

Grade: B+

Breezing and looking sharp, splits of :23 flat and 47 flat on our watch, plenty left while appearing on top of her game. Pointing for the BC Distaff.

Posty

Oct. 12, 2019

5f, 1:02.4h

Grade: C

Best over Credance (5f, 1:03.2h) but was under pressure through the lane while coming the final half mile in :50.3. Probably will debut in a modest maiden state-bred affair.

Shanghai Truffles

Oct. 12, 2019

4f, :47.4h

Grade: B

Mostly in hand, splits of :23.3 and :47.4, something left late. Doing well, was overmatched last time out, probably should return to the starter’s allowance ranks.

Taylor and Burton

Oct. 12, 2019

4f, :49.1h

Grade:B

Just galloping through the lane after being under a tight hold leaving the pole, splits of :24.1 and :49.1, looking good while just starting back again. 4-year-old Pioneerof the Nile filly showed some promise in the summer before being stopped on.

War Path

Oct. 12, 2019

4f, :49.2h

Grade: C+

Second best with Much More Halo (same time), a little late changing leads outside while appearing a tad green. War Front juvenile colt is getting fit, doesn’t look like a world beater at this stage.

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Adorably Sweet

Oct. 11, 2019

4f, :48.4h

Grade: B-

Final three furlongs in :11.4 and :36.2, easy early, ridden some through the lane. Vanned off in debut but seemed healthy enough here. Might be wise to try maiden claiming Cal-breds.

American Theorem

Oct. 11, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: A-

Caught him from the 3/8ths pole to the wire under a hammerlock in :11.4 and :36.2 while breezing with workmate Knifes Edge (4f, :49.2h, light pressure through the lane, not bad). Couldn’t have looked better, pointing for the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile.

Artistic Diva

Oct. 11, 2019

5f, 1:01h

Grade: B-

A tad late changing leads but was never asked in easy spin, final quarter mile in :25.1 for Sadler. Nice comeback win at Los Alamitos, should get tested next trip.

Bellafina

Oct. 11, 2019

5f, 1:00.2h

Grade: A-

Breezing throughout, stout hold late, extra sharp with splits of :12.2, :24 flat, :35.4 and 1:00.2, able to go much faster if turned loose. Freshened and appears to be coming up to the BC Filly & Mare Sprint in peak form.

Comical

Oct. 11, 2019

4f, :48.2h

Grade: B-

No real pressure in solo half mile move for O’Neill, splits of :12.1, :24 flat and :48.4 on our watches, a tad slower than given. Maintains her form, best races have been over this main track.

Draft Pick

Oct. 11, 2019

5f, 1:01.1h

Grade: C

Broke off behind Storm the Court (5f, :59.4h) and couldn’t close up the gap, actually losing ground in the lane while under some coaxing, final three furlongs in :37.3. Was expecting considerably more from Pacific Classic runner-up.

Hard Not to Love

Oct. 11, 2019

5f, 1:00.3h

Grade: B+

Went smoothly throughout without need of coaxing, final half mile on our watches in :23.3 and :48 flat, plenty left late. Doing very well, seeking a spot.

Khalfani

Oct. 11, 2091

5f, 1:02h TT

Grade: B-

Easy early, asked throughout the lane, responded okay, splits of :24.2, :36.2 and 1:02 flat for Baltas. Blame colt is getting fit, probably a few weeks away at this stage.

Landeskog

Oct. 11, 2019

4f, 47.4h

Grade: B+

Broke off several lengths behind Le Tub (4f, 4f, :49h), caught up at the top of the lane and was under cruise control in the final furlong looking quite sharp, splits of :11.3, :23.1 and :47.4, plenty left late. Ran huge back east in a valuable sprint stakes at Parx and has returned in fine fettle. Under consideration for the BC Sprint.

Lazy Daisy

Oct. 11, 2019

4f, :48.2h

Grade: B+

Never asked in easy half mile breeze for O’Neill, final three furlongs in :11.2 and :35.3 (suspect she might have gone faster than official final time). Winner of the Pocahantas Stakes gets the acid test in the BC Juvenile Fillies.

Le Tub

Oct. 11, 2019

4f, :49h

Grade: C+

Broke off several lengths in front of Landeskog (4f, :47.4h, much best breezing) and finished down the lane with that one under some coaxing, okay work, nothing more. Showed some promise in her debut but didn’t follow through in her most recent outing.

Lilypop

Oct. 11, 2019

4f, :49h TT

Grade: B

Not bad for Baltas, never really asked in solo training track move, final three furlongs in :12 flat and :36.2. Definitely has some run, expensive Strong Mandate filly should be followed in more serious moves.

Live It Well

Oct. 11, 2019

4f, :50.3h

Grade: C+

Asked some late and responded okay for Blacker, final three furlongs in :12.1 and :37.3. Bay Area shipper is eligible to surface in a soft restricted claimer.

Muralist

Oct. 11, 2019

3f, :36h

Grade: B

Breezing throughout in easy move for Blacker, :11.3 and :36 flat looking strong. Been away since the winter, older maiden is coming back well.

Pasito

Oct. 11, 2019

5f, 1:02.1h TT

Grade: C+

Asked hard through the lane, final three furlongs in solo training track move in :37.4. Okay move, nothing more, needs a drop into a maiden claimer.

Seeking the Soul

Oct. 11, 2019

4f, :48.4h

Grade: B-

Went okay, nothing special, :11.4, :23.3 and :48.4, never really asked much through the lane. Pointing for BC Classic, best form always has come at Churchill Downs.

Storm the Court

Oct. 11, 2019

5f, :59.4h

Grade: B+

Broke off in front of Draft Pick (5f, 1:01.1h) and left that one far behind, cruising through the lane while appearing sharp and with plenty left, final half mile on our watches in :11.3, :23.2 and :48 flat. Pointing for the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile.

Strike It Lucky

Oct. 11, 2019

4f, :50.4h

Grade: C+

In blinkers, mild pressure through the lane, fair to moderate move, 3/8ths pole to the wire in :36.4. Lucky Pulpit gelding is just starting out.

Thunder Code

Oct. 11, 2019

4f, :49.4h

Grade: B

Breezing throughout, final three furlongs in :12 flat and :37.2. has further improvement in him with added experience, still a fairly promising sort.

OCTOBER 10, 2019

Amatara

Oct. 10, 2019

5f, 1:01.2h

Grade: B-

Easy early, asked in the late stages and responded well enough, splits of :12 flat, :24 flat, :36.3 and 1:01.3 for Baltas. Burned money at Los Alamitos, looks good but may be a hard one to trust.

Auberge

Oct. 10, 2019

5f, :59.3hg

Grade: B

Fairly decent gate work for Baffert in company with Stone Secret (4f, :47.2hg), sluggish leaving the barrier but showing good speed to quickly catch up with workmate, was under no pressure outside and exerted her superiority late, splits of :24 flat, :35.3, :47 flat and :59.3, fast drill over this surface. Was $570,000 purchase at the Timonium 2-year-old in training sale, getting close to a race.

Donna Veloce

Oct. 10, 2019

4f, :49.2h

Grade: B

Never asked a drop looking sharp in what was nothing more than a gallop, splits of :24.2 and :49.1 on our watches. Will have a more serious drill next week as she prepares for the BC Juvenile Fillies.

Goliad

Oct. 10, 2019

4f, :51.2h

Grade: B-

Just a high gallop, never asked a drop, final three furlongs in :12 flat and :38.2. Slow clocking but looked fine, War Front colt was game winner in debut and will get tested in stakes competition next time.

Hackberry

Oct. 10, 2019

4f, :50h

Grade: B-

Got a tad warm but was breezing in easy half mile spin for Blacker, final three furlongs in :12.1 and :37.3. Has all of his conditions, the longer the better.

McKinzie

Oct. 10, 2019

4f, :49.2h

Grade: B

Breezing in easy half mile solo spin, splits of :12.3, :24.3 and :49.2, never asked a drop. Looks fine but is questionable at the 10-furlong trip of the BC Classic.

Nineeleventurbo

Oct. 10, 2019

5f, 1:02.1h

Grade: B-

Worked inside Drysdale barn mate Winners Club (same time) and responded to coaxing in the final furlong to edge clear late, final three furlongs in :37.3. More Than Ready juvenile colt has bit of run, getting fit.

Noble Order

Oct. 10, 2019

4f, :49.3h

Grade: B-

Solo half mile drill for Baffert, not asked early, mild coaxing late, splits of :11.4, :23.4 and :49.4 on our watches. $210,000 yearling purchase by Union Rags is just starting out.

Ra’ad

Oct. 10, 2019

5f, 1:00.4h

Grade: C+

$500,000 Twirling Candy colt was second best with Seiche (same time), working outside and finishing slightly less than a length behind at the wire under some late urging, 1:01.1 on our watches. Nothing special at this stage.

Seiche

Oct. 10, 2019

5f, 1:00.4h

Grade: B-

$230,000 Super Saver gelding was best by almost a length over Ra’Ad (same time) for Baffert, working inside and always going the better of the two, mild coaxing in the final furlong, splits of :24 flat, :35.2 and 1:01 flat on our watches, okay drill. Getting fit, worth a look, workmate had to be asked, moderate sort at this stage.

Stone Secret

Oct. 10, 2019

4f, :47.2hg

Grade: B-

Second best in gate drill inside with Auberge (5f, :59.3h), working under some pressure but unable to stay with that one after a half, about a length back when pulled up. Moderate move under the circumstances by Secret Circle juvenile, workmate is fairly decent.

Winners Club

Oct. 10, 2019

5f, 1:02.1h TT

Grade: C+

$90,000 Bayern colt was second best outside Nineeleventurbo (same time) in training track drill for Drysdale, some urging through the lane but appearing to lose some punch in the final stages. Nothing special at this stage.

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Bast

Oct. 9, 2019

4f, :48.2h

Grade: B+

Breezing outside older Hot Sean (same time, asked through the lane), splits of :23.4 and :48.3 on our watches, never asked, sharp and eager. Pointing for the BC Juvenile fillies and must be considered a strong contender based on proven form over the track.

Candy Cornell

Oct. 9, 2019

4f, :49.3h

Grade: B-

No real pressure through the lane, final quarter in :25.2. Seems the same, has all of his conditions, might appreciate an extended sprint.

Comical Ghost

Oct. 9, 2019

4f, :50.4h

Grade: B

Went off very slowly and was coasting throughout, never asked a drop, sharp as usual, final three furlongs on our watches in :12 flat and :37 flat. Good sprinting colt will get tested for class next time out. Very nice sort.

Doc Tommy

Oct. 9, 2019

5f, 1:02.2h

Grade: B-

Went off very slowly, was asked a tad approaching the quarter pole and then finished smoothly without pressure, splits of :13 flat :26 flat, :38.1 and 1:02.4 on our watches, nice move despite modest final time for Sadler. Comic Strip colt graduated nicely up north and has further improvement in him.

Endless Tale

Oct. 9, 2019

3f, :36.4h TT

Grade: B-

Easy solo move on training track for Baltas, splits of :12 flat and :36.4, smooth to the wire very light coaxing only. Finished fifth in a maiden claimer at Los Alamitos in his debut, probably better than that based on this drill.

Garth

Oct. 9, 2019

4f, :48.2h

Grade: B

Hard held early and never asked late, splits of :23.4 and :48.2 while in company with Eel Point (same time), able to go much faster if turned loose. Disappointed at Del Mar but seems better on this track. Getting cranked up again.

Hot Sean

Oct. 9, 2019

4f, :48.2h

Grade: B-

Second best inside younger Bast (same time), some urging through the lane while workmate was breezing, splits of :23.4 and :48.3 on our watches. Looks okay, no real change.

Itsinthepost

Oct. 9, 2019

6f, 1:13.3h TT

Grade: B+

Mild coaxing only, final 5/8ths in :24.1, :36.2 and 1:00.4, something left, nice move. Many miles on the veteran stayer but remains eager and should be set for one of his better efforts.

Leading Score

Oct. 9, 2019

5f, 1:00h

Grade: B

Slightly second best inside Roadster (same time), easy early, some late pressure, splits of 12.2, :24.3, :36.1 and 1:00 flat. Good drill, plenty fit, seeking a spot.

Roadster

Oct. 9, 2019

5f, 1:00h

Grade: B+

Very nice work in a string of strong, solid drills for Baffert, in company with Leading Score (same time) and was a bit the best at the wire while ridden some in the final furlong, splits of :12.2, :24.3, :36.1 and 1:00 flat. Plenty fit by now.

OCTOBER 7, 2019

Eight Rings

Oct. 7, 2019

3f. :37.1h

Grade: B

Under wraps through the lane, final quarter in :24.4. First workout back since last race, came out of the American Pharoah Stakes in fine shape, next stop Breeders’ Cup Juvenile.

Improbable

Oct. 7, 2019

4f, :46.4h

Grade: B+

In blinkers, straight and true under mild coaxing through the lane, splits of :23.2 and :46.3 on our watches, extra sharp. Had a simply dreadful trip in the Pennsylvania Derby, pointing for the BC Dirt Mile.

Magic On Tap

Oct. 7, 2019
4f, :47h

Grade: B+

Broke off about a length in front of Microrithms (same time) and finished about three-quarters of a length in front to the wire, splits of :22.4 and :47 flat, easily throughout with plenty left in the tank. Wouldn’t mind seeing this colt backed up to a sprint. Looks very sharp for Baffert.

Microrithms

Oct. 7, 2019

4f, :47h

Grade: B

Broke off about a length behind Magic on Tap (same time), moved within range outside to the head of the lane, then was under some mild coaxing (workmate going easily) to be about three-quarters of a length back at the wire, splits of :22.4 and :47 flat for Baffert. Decent work though second best, probably a few works away at this stage.

Midnight Bisou

Oct. 7, 2019

4f, :51.3h

Grade: B

Nothing more than an open gallop while getting here feet wet over the track, splits of :12.4, :25.2 and :51.3. Horse of the Year candidate will be a short price favorite in the BC Distaff.

Tromador

Oct. 7, 2019

5f, 1:01.2h

Grade: B-

A tad second best but went well enough outside Road Rager (same time), splits of :24.4, :36.3 and 1:01.2, mild coaxing through the lane. Coming around and should make the entries soon.

OCTOBER 6, 2019

Day By Day

Oct. 6, 2019

4f, :49.4h TT

Grade: C+

Ridden through the lane in solo training track drill, final three furlongs in :36.3. Looks okay, needs a return to the claiming ranks.

Noble Hearted

Oct. 6, 2019
4f, :49.3h

Grade: B-

Stride-for-stride outside Powerfulattraction (same time), final three furlongs in :36.4. mild coaxing only. Noble Mission juvenile filly isn’t too far along but is getting fit, probably going to be a route-type.

Pantsonfire

Oct. 6, 2019

4f, :48.1h TT

Grade: B-

Broke off behind Via Egnatia (4f, :48.3h, easily to the wire) and closed the gap under some coaxing in the final furlong, finishing about a half-length back at the wire, final three furlongs in :36.2. Seeking another long distance listed stakes event.

Powerfulattraction

Oct. 6, 2019

4f, :49.3h

Grade: B-

Went well inside Noble Hearted (same time), final three furlongs in :36.4 while mostly on her own. Doing well, was in too tough in Del Mar Debutante, should lower her sights.

Taishan

Oct. 6, 2019

5f, 1:02.2h

Grade: B-

Ridden through the lane to finish about a half-length in front of Two Thirty Five (same time, not asked much), final half on our watches in :49.4. Twirling Candy juvenile colt may have a bit of improvement in him.

Two Thirty Five

Oct. 6, 2019
5f, 1:02.2h

Grade: C+

Worked inside Taishan (same time) and finished about a half-length behind at the wire, not asked while workmate was ridden out to the wire. Nothing to knock, was a listed stakes winner at Del Mar last time out, probably knows the difference between the morning and the afternoon.

Violette Szabo

Oct. 6, 2019

5f, 1:02.3h

Grade: B

Inside with classy S Y Sky (same time) and actually looked the better of the two throughout, breezing to the wire before continuing out well to 7/8 pole, splits of :49.2 and 1:02.3. May not mean much but daughter of Grazen appeared eager and healthy.

OCTOBER 5, 2019

Catalina Cruiser

Oct. 5, 2019

5f, 1:00.4h

Grade: B+

Went off slowly, then finished strongly, very light coaxing only in the final stages, splits of :13 flat, :25.3, :37 flat and 1:00.4. Maintains his edge, pointing for the Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile.

Civil Suit

Oct. 5, 2019

5f, 1:02.4h

Grade: C+

Even but second best with Absolutely Perfect (same, under wraps) while ridden through the lane to stay even, splits of :25.1, :37.2 and 1:02.4, fair to moderate. Lucky Pulpit maiden 3-year-old filly is getting fit.

Giant Expectations

Oct. 5, 2019

5f, 1:00.2h

Grade: B+

Was joined by I Can Do This (same time) and was best by about a length through the lane without being asked, final quarter mile in :24.3, strictly on his own. Always looks sharp in the a.m.

I Can Do This

Oct. 5, 2019

5f, 1:00.2h

Grade: B

Hooked in with Giant Expectations (same time) and finished down the lane with that one, niggled out late but with no real pressure to be second best, final quarter in :24.3, solid move. Should be tough vs. restricted (nw-2) $25,000 claimers next time out.

Mixed Emotions

Oct. 5, 2019

5f, 1:01.2h

Grade: C

Picked up this Eddington filly into the far turn about five lengths behind Proverb (same time), was under pressure into the lane when trying to close the gap but was no match, finishing about five back at the wire. Pulled up and vanned off at Del Mar in July but seemed healthy enough here, probably will return vs. modest foes.

Steph Being Steph

Oct. 5, 2019

5f, 1:00.4h

Grade: C+

Inside in company with Grinningeartoear (4f, :48h, up at wire, slightly best) and hit the wire in :47.4 before continuing out under urging in 1:00.4, fair to moderate drill. Back from the Bay Area and looks okay but probably needs a class drop.

OCTOBER 4, 2019

Gidgetta

Oct. 4, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h

Grade: B-

Breezed outside Khalfani (same time) in nice, steady move from 3/8ths pole to the 7/8ths pole, splits of :25 flat, :49.2 and 1:01.4. Fast Anna juvenile filly is getting fit, worth watching in more serious drills.

Khalfani

Oct. 4, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h

Grade: B-

Rangy, good-sized maiden was under a nice hold early, was asked late and responded okay while even inside with Gidgetta (same time), splits of :25 flat, :49.2 and 1:01.4 from the three furlong pole to the 7/8 pole. 3-year-old Blame colt, a modest $20,000 yearling purchase, is getting fit and is worth another look, probably not a sprint type. Workmate went well, too.

Lambeau

Oct. 4, 2019

6f, 1:15.2h

Grade: C+

Used as a target for Honor A. P. (6f, 1:14.3h) and was worn down late without undue pressure (workmate ridden out to go on by), final quarter in :25.3. Beat one in his debut, probably will improve but needs to show a whole lot more.

Morning Addiction

Oct. 4, 2019

4f, :48h

Grade: B+

Caught her a bit slower than given but daughter Carpe Diem juvenile filly went very well, splits of :23.2 and :48.3 on our watches, hard held early and under wraps late. Quick sort, for sure. Brought $180,000 as a yearling, a few weeks away at this stage.

Mitole

Oct. 4, 2019

4f, :50.2h

Grade: B+

Was throttled down early and then allowed to stride out just a bit late, looking sharp and eager in slow move while just getting his feet wet over the surface. Gearing up for the Breeders’ Cup Sprint.

Parkour

Oct. 4, 2019

5f, 1:02.2hg

Grade: B-

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Solo gate drill for R. Mandella, splits of :36.2 and :48.3, not asked, then slowed up in the final furlong while looking around a bit, light pressure only. Carpe Diem juvenile getting fit, worth watching again.

OCTOBER 3, 2019

Arch Anthem

Oct. 3, 2019

5f, 1:02.3h

Grade: C

Second best under pressure behind Unicorn (5f, 1:02h), under urging through the lane while finishing three lengths back at the wire (workmate breezing). Recent form isn’t much and is hard to endorse despite good connections.

Auberge

Oct. 3, 2019

4f, :47.1h

Grade: B

Broke off a length behind Bronn (4f, :47.2h) and finished evenly with that one to the wire under light coaxing (ditto for workmate), final three furlongs in :11.2 and :35.3. Getting fit, may be a useful type for Baffert. From the first crop of Palace.

Bronn

Oct. 3, 2019

4f, :47.4h

Grade:

Broke off a length in front of Auberge (4f, :47.1h) and finished stride-for-stride down the lane with that one, no real pressure, final three furlongs in :35.3. Disappointed at Del Mar but may have some improvement in him for Baffert.

Classy Ruler

Oct. 3, 2019

4f, :48.1h

Grade: B-

Solo gate work for Shirreffs, not real quick early but okay late, splits of :24.4, :36.3 and :48.2. mild coaxing only. Empire Maker juvenile filly is getting fit, probably will be a route-type.

Hard Not to Love

Oct. 3, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h

Grade: B-

Went off slowly, then was under very light coaxing through the lane and finished willingly, splits of :13 flat, :25.1, :37.2 and 1:02 flat on our watches. Talented Hard Spun filly has conditions and should return soon.

Peedie

Oct. 3, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h TT

Grade: B-

Mild coaxing only through the lane in solo training track drill, final three furlongs in :37.1. Looks okay but nine race maiden could use a class drop.

Roadster

Oct. 3, 2019

6f, 1:13h

Grade: B+

Went from 5/8ths pole to the 7/8ths pole with splits of :25 flat, :36.3 and 1:00.3 to the wire before finishing out without pressure in 1:13.1 on our watches. Looks like his old self, plenty fit, seeking a spot.

Technicolor

Oct. 3, 2019

4f, :48hg

Grade: C+

Was outrun throughout while unable to stay close to quick Baffert stable mate High Velocity (4f, :46.3hg). City Zip colt may need grass; dirt drills aren’t much.

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Don V.

Oct. 2, 2019

4f, :49.3h

Grade: C+

In blinkers, ridden hard through the lane, final three furlongs in :36.4. $325,000 son of Street Sense isn’t too far along quite yet, get fit, fair to moderate right now.

Mobou

Oct. 2, 2019

4f, :48.2h

Grade: B-

Second best with Carressa (same time, under wraps), no real pressure with final quarter in :24.2, okay drill with talented barn mate. Certainly would benefit from a class drop.

Strike at Dawn

Oct. 2, 2019

5f, 1:01h TT

Grade:

Ridden a bit through the lane but did well in solo training track move, splits of :24.2, :36.1 and 1:01 flat, full stride to the wire. Declaration of War filly continues on the upgrade.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

Enchanting Moon

Sept. 30, 2019

4f, :49.1h

Grade: C+

Broke off four lengths behind Papa’s Honey (4f, :50.2h) and was urged through the lane to draw clear late with splits of :24.2 and :49.2 on our watches. Was expecting a bit better response in the final furlong. Verrazano juvenile filly getting fit, a few weeks away at this stage, fair sort, maybe.

Itsinthepost

Sept. 30, 2019

6f, 1:14.3h TT

Grade: B

Came the final five furlongs in solo training track drill in :36.3 and 1:01.2, mild pressure through the lane, solid work. Many miles on veteran turf marathoner, seems in good enough shape.

Papa’s Honey

Sept. 30, 2019

4f, :50.2h TT

Grade: C

Broke off four lengths in front of Enchanting Moon (4f, :49.1h) and was no match late under some pressure through the lane. Juvenile colt by Papa Clem is just starting out, probably nothing special at this stage.

Red King

Sept. 30, 2019

4f, :50.4h TT

Grade: B-

Easily throughout in training track move inside younger Goalie (same time), final three furlongs in :37.4 while on his own. Stayer has developed into a consistent type and should fire another good shot next time.

Tromador

Sept. 30, 2019

4f, :48.3

Grade: B

Broke off about four lengths in front of Beautiful Thunder (4f, :48.3h), showed some greenness when switching to outside lead before straightening for home and held that one safely in the final furlong, finishing a length clear at the wire under very light coaxing only while looking strong in the final stages. Exchange Rate unraced 2-year-old should be more than fit enough by now.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2019

Gliding By

Sept. 29, 2019

4f, :49.2h TT

Grade: B-

Final three furlongs in :37 flat, no real pressure. Was overmatched in the Daisycutter Handicap at Del Mar in her most recent outing, likely have an easier task next time out.

Hot Sean

Sept. 29, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: C+

Second best with Reedley (same time), finishing under some pressure, final half in :48.4. Kinda expected a bit better. Seeking another conditioned allowance event.

Lady Ember

Sept. 29, 2019

4f, :50.3h

Grade: B-

Breezing in easy work while a tad best over Nothing But Heat (4f, :50.4h), looking decent while coming home in :37.3. Was a fair fifth in here debut vs. state-bred maiden juvenile fillies and has a right to improve with experience.

Qahira

Sept. 29, 2019

4f, :48.1h

Grade: B

In company with Mo Hawk (same time) while going easily outside from the 3/8ths pole to the 7/8ths pole on our watches in :36 flat and :48.2, slight second best to the wire but going the better of the two galloping out. Holds her edge, should get tested for class next time out.

Thousand Words

Sept. 29, 2019

4f, :46.4h

Grade: B

Broke off a length behind Der Lu (same time) and was ridden through the lane but couldn’t close the gap on breezing workmate, finishing about a length back at the wire. Fast time but kinda expected a bit more late punch. $1 million son of Pioneerof the Nile might be a route type.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2019

Audace

Sept. 28, 2019

5f, 1:03h

Grade: C-

Blinkers on, broke off behind Crooked Finger Ray (5f, 1:01.4h), moved up to be even at the head of the lane but then faded readily in the lane to be well-beaten at the wire. Juvenile state-bred colt split the field in debut vs. straight maidens but sure didn’t look like much here.

Catalina Cruiser

Sept. 28, 2019

5f, 1:00.2h

Grade: B+

Went off slowly, was never asked and finished smoothly looking quite sharp for Sadler, splits of :25.1, :36.3 and 1:00.2 on our watches. Ticking over for the Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile.

Crooked Finger Ray

Sept. 28, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h

Grade: B

Very nice work, breaking off in from of Audace (5f, 1:03h) and proving much the best through the lane while breezing throughout, final half mile on our watches in :24.1 and :49.2. Excellent second at a big price in his debut and seems likely to step forward for M. Puype.

9-Drasario

Sept. 28, 2019

4f, :49.2h TT

Grade: C

Blinkers on, ridden through the lane to be even but second best inside Super Patriot (same time, not asked much). Needs a class drop.

Establish Justice

Sept. 28, 2019

5f, 1:02.1h

Grade: B-

Slightly best with Cyrielle (same time), mostly in hand through the lane, final three furlongs in :12 flat and :37.3. Trailed in debut but can do better with a class drop to the maiden claiming ranks.

Fredericktown

Sept. 28, 2019

4f, :47.4h

Grade: B-

Sloppy on his leads (changed back and forth twice thru the lane) but was never asked at any stage, splits of :12.1, :23.4 and :48 flat on our watches. Can improve with a class drop.

Giant Expectations

Sept. 28, 2019

4f, :48.1h

Grade: B+

Sharp as usual in solo move, final three furlongs in :36 flat, never asked while breezing well off the rail. Always dangerous as a late-running sprinter in top company.

Kentan Road

Sept. 28, 2019

4f, :49h

Grade: B-

Hard held while rank leaving the pole, then settled a bit and came the final three furlongs in :37 flat, never asked. Was hoping to see her relax early but she would have none of that. Very quick turf sprinting mare has all of her speed.

Klondike Creek

Sept. 28, 2019

5f, 1:02.2h

Grade: C-

Broke off with If Id Told You (5f, 1:00.3h) and was outrun early and late, far back at the wire, not showing much at all. Needs a class drop.

Murad Khan

Sept. 28, 2019

5f, 1:01.2h

Grade: B

Breezing throughout, final three furlongs in :11.4 and :36.4 while inside Cali Dude (same time, asked through the lane), nice move. Should be live on the raise for new trainer Sadler.

Mo Dinero

Sept. 28, 2019

4f, :49h

Grade: B

Breezing outside Sidepocket Charger (same time), finishing a neck behind at the wire but under a nice hold and probably best, splits of :24.1 and :48.4 on our watches. Comes off solid win vs. moderate claimers at Los Alamitos and should be competitive on the raise.

Opus Equus

Sept. 28, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h

Grade: C+

Broke off a few lengths behind Cool Runnings (same time), moved up inside to engage workmate to the top of the lane but then was no match and fell back under some coaxing in the final furlong. Take Charge Indy colt hasn’t shown a whole lot in the morning so far.

Policy

Sept. 28, 2019

4f, :48.1h

Grade: C+

Second best outside Rushie (4f, :48 flat), ridden some through the lane but finishing a length back at the wire of breezing workmate. Comeback races have been less than inspiring, needs a class drop.

Rushie

Sept. 28, 2019

4f, :48h

Grade: B+

Breezing inside Policy (4f, :48.1h), able to go faster if turned loose, splits of :24 flat and :48 flat, plenty left in the tank. Like the way this one moves, Liam’s Map juvenile is a promising sort, for sure.

Sidepocket Charger

Sept. 28, 2019

4f, :49h

Grade: B-

Okay work inside of Mo Dinero (same time, not asked), finishing about a neck in front at the wire along the rail under mild coaxing. Not too bad for a cheap type, might be able to show some improvement in the proper spot.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Campaign

Sept. 27, 2019

4f, :49.3h

Grade: C+

Came the final three furlongs in :11.4 and :36.4, a bit unfocused through the lane while being shown the stick in fair to moderate move. Has quality but needs a marathon trip to show his best form.

Magic Rate

Sept. 27, 2019

5f, :48.3h

Grade: C+

No match for Omaha Beach (4f, :46.3h), breaking with classy stable mate and going fairly quick early (:11.2, :22.4) before fading in the lane while very late switching leads. Exchange Tate unraced 3-year-old colt should make the entries soon, probably a maiden claimer.

Mo Mississippi

Sept. 27, 2019

4f, :48.1h

Grade: B-

Never asked a drop, splits of :12 flat, :23.4 and :48.2 on our watches. Been away since the winter, was something of a disappointment before being stopped on but seems to be coming back okay for Eurton.

Mucho Unusual

Sept. 27, 2019

5f, 1:02.1h

Grade: B-

Broke off behind cheaper workmate Sapori Girl (5f, 1:02.2h) and finished down the lane without that one, easy early, no pressure late, splits of :24.4, :36.4 and 1:01.4 on our watches, a bit faster than given. Prefers turf, just a cut below the really good 3-year-old West Coast fillies.

Oliver

Sept. 27, 2019

4f, :51.1h

Grade: B-

Actually switched leads (never does in the p.m.) and was going easily through the lane, never asked for speed. Cal-bred son of Papa Clem really has gotten good for O’Neill, tough sprinting or routing, turf or dirt.

Ra’ad

Sept. 27, 2019

4f, :48.3h

Grade: C+

Slightly second best with Much More Halo (same time) while going slower than given on our watches, :25.1 and :49 flat, light pressure outside. Twirling Candy colt has been given a good foundation and should debut soon, okay type maybe no world beater based on this drill.

Technicolor

Sept. 27, 2019

5f, 1:01.3hg

Grade: C

Outrun in team gate work with Map Maker (6f, 1:14.2hg), close up for a half but then fading in the lane. Hard to endorse based on this drill, City Zip colt in the B. Baffert barn brought $250,000 as a yearling.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Classy Ruler

Sept. 25, 2019

5f, 1:02.4h

Grade: B-

Mild coaxing through the lane while besting Daniella Bella (same time), finishing almost two lengths clear the wire while doing some good work late, splits of :37.1 and 1:02.3h on our watches. Empire Maker juvenile filly is getting fit, has bit of run for Shirreffs.

Daniela Bella

Sept. 25, 2019

5f, 1:02.4h

Grade: C

Second best with Shirreffs stable mate Classy Ruler (same time), no pressure early while working outside but then no real response late while being ridden, more than a length back at the wire. Daughter of Lemon Drop Kid needs two show more.

Duchamp

Sept. 25. 2019

4f, 1:01.4h

Grade: C

Second best with Carressa (5f, 1:01.1h), under pressure through the lane while workmate was going easily and finished about two lengths behind. Beautifully-bred colt by Curlin from Tarlow flashed a bit of promise in debut but didn’t follow through in two subsequent outings and needs to step it up.

Lambeau

Sept. 25, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: C+

Even but slightly best outside of Shear Class (same time), splits of :24.3, :36.3 and 1:01.4 on our watches. Beat one in his debut in a hot two-turn maiden race at Del Mar, may improve with a drop in class.

Nolde

Sept. 25, 2019

4f, :49.2h

Grade: B

Final three furlongs in :36.2 after merely galloping in the opening furlong, breezing to the wire. Del Mar Derby winner holds his form.

Roadster

Sept. 25, 2019

5f, 1:00.2h

Grade: B+

Broke off a length or so behind Anuket (5f, 1:00.3h) and finished down the lane with plenty left in breezing fashion, splits of :35.3 and 1:00.3 on our watches, sharp drill. Santa Anita Derby winner looks on edge. Workmate was going easily as well.

Seiche

Sept. 25, 2019

5f, 1:03.1hg

Grade: C

Broke slowly, was green and sluggish early to fall far behind Tapituiton (5f, 1:02.1hg), closed a gap midway under some urging and then finished two lengths back at the wire. Super Saver juvenile capable was an expensive yearling ($230k) but doesn’t act like much right now.

Tromador

Sept. 25, 2019

6f, 1:15.2h

Grade: C+

In company with Go Daddy Go (6f, 1:15.4h) and was best by a couple of lengths at the wire, splits of :24 flat, :49 flat and 1:15.3 on our watches, ridden through the lane, fair response. $80,000 2018 OBS April sale colt by Exchange Rate colt still has yet to start in the fall of his sophomore season, nothing special at this stage.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Saralin

Sept. 23, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: B-

$1.3 million 2-year-old filly by Curlin went off slowly, was asked into the lane and was ridden out to the wire, splits of :13.1, :26 flat, 37.3 and 1:01.4 on our watches. Not a quick type but is getting fit for Callaghan, acts like a filly being trained to run long right off the bat.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

Annies Turn

Sept. 22, 2019

4f, :50.1h

Grade: C-

Second best with Guinessey (4f, :49.4h), tiring late while dropping back by two lengths in the final stages. Not too much right now.

Establish Justice

Sept. 22, 2019

5f, 1:02h

Grade: B-

Wore blinkers, broke off behind Unbreakable (5f, 1:03.3h) and had no trouble going past that one in the upper stretch before drawing clear under urging in the lane, final three furlongs in :38.2. Has a bit of run for Puype.

Guinessey

Sept. 22, 2019

4f, :49.4h

Grade: C+

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Late changing leads while in company with Annies Turn (4f, 50.1h), ridden out through the lane while proving a couple of lengths the best, final three furlongs in :12 flat and 37.1. Bluegrass Cat juvenile not that far along, getting fit, fair to moderate right now, workmate not impressive.

Mulhima

Sept. 22, 2019

4f, :49.1

Grade: B-

Easy early, ridden through the lane, decent work for invader from Dubai, final three furlongs in :36.3. Getting fit for local debut, has conditions, unraced since the winter.

Qahira

Sept. 22, 2019

5f, 1:00.4h

Grade: B

Steady solo five furlong drill for Baffert, easy early, some coaxing through the lane, splits of :24.4, :36.3 and 1:01 flat on our watches. Maintains her edge.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2019

Catalina Cruiser

Sept. 21, 2019

5f, 1:01h

Grade: B

Went off easily and finished on his own, splits of :13.1, :25.3, :37 flat and 1:01.1. Never the flashiest of workers, been beaten just once in eight starts, though he was life-and-death to win the Pat O’Brien Stakes at 50 cents on the dollar in his last start.

Giant Expectations

Sept. 21, 2019

4f, :48.3h

Grade: B+

Just galloping through the lane, final quarter in :24.2 looking sharp as usual. Lost a toughie in the Pat O’Brien Stakes, maintains his form.

Hollywood Girl

Sept. 21, 2019

5f, 1:02h

Grade: C+

A tad best over Haughty Girl (same time), final half in :49.4, some coaxing, moderate work. Best on grass, broke her maiden nicely in her debut but didn’t make any progress in two subsequent starts, seeking another first-level allowance affair.

Khairiya

Sept. 21, 2019

5f, 1:00.2h

Grade: B-

Final three furlongs in :37.1, no pressure, solid work. Seeking a high-priced claimer for sophomore fillies.

Lil Bit Dangerous

Sept. 21, 2019

4f, :49.1h

Grade: B

Looked pretty good, splits of :25.2 and :24 flat, easy early, strong late, a little late changing leads but finishing eagerly without pressure and then galloping out well to 7/8 pole, up in 1:02 and small change. Could be dangerous with a class drop.

Madame Vestal

Sept. 21, 2019

4f, :48.4h TT

Grade: B

Nice training track move, mostly in hand, final quarter in :24.3. Never worse than second in five career starts and holds her form for Kruljac.

Murad Khan

Sept. 21, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: B

Even but best working outside with Commanding Chief (same time), final half in :49 flat under light pressure through the lane. Doing well for Sadler, should be live on the raise in his first off the claim.

Opus Equus

Sept. 21, 2019

4f, :49.4hg

Grade: C+

Second best in gate drill with Doctinaire (4f, :49.2hg) and Honeywhiskeynwine (4f, :50.2h), mild coaxing outside while not being asked whole lot but not really showing all that much, either. Son of Take Charge Indy brought $55,000 as a yearling, getting fit, moderate type at this stage.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Civil Suit

Sept. 20, 2019

5f, 1:03.1h

Grade: C

Broke off a length in front of Angel’s Advocate (5f, 1:03h) and was second best under some coaxing through the lane (workmate breezing, able to open up if permitted). Unraced Lucky Pulpit filly probably is a maiden claimer at this stage.

Fredericktown

Sept. 20, 2019

4f, :48.2

Grade: C

A tad rank early but settled after the opening quarter, wasn’t asked much in the lane but was second best, finishing two lengths behind the impressive-looking Rushie, splits of :23.2 and :48.2. Son of Constitution brought $200,000 as a yearling but needs a big step up after a pair of uninspiring runs.

Media Blitz

Sept. 20, 2019

5f, 1:02h

Grade: B

A tad late changing leads but was cruising throughout, splits of :25 flat, :37.1 and 1:02 flat, plenty left without need of coaxing. Has room to improve with experience and distance and should be tough to beat vs. maidens next time out for Callaghan.

Rushie

Sept. 20, 2019

4f, :48h

Grade: B+

Breezing with Fredericktown (4f, :48.2h), nice hold throughout while drawing clear late with plenty left, splits of :23.2 and :48 flat. Like the way this M. McCarthy-trained 2-year-old son of Liam’s Map moves. Was $70,000 OBS March sale purchase.

Zucchera

Sept. 20, 2019

5f, 1:03.1h

Grade: C

Second best under urging through the lane with A G Indy (same time), not impressive for Baltas. Needs soft maiden claimers to be competitive on this circuit.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Andyoushallreceive

Sept. 19, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: B

Broke off in front of Querida Dubai (5f, 1:01.2h) and was out finished by that one near the wire but was never asked at any stage while workmate was under pressure through the lane. Looks good, eligible to improve with a return to the allowance ranks.

Direct Line

Sept. 19, 2019

3f, :36.4h

Grade: B-

Slightly second best though not asked in company with Mo Mississippi (4f, :49.1h) in easy three furlong spin. Seems to have bit of run but hasn’t been farther than three furlongs so far. Unraced 2-year-old Liam’s Map colt is from the good race mare She’s an Eleven.

Hard Not to Love

Sept. 19, 2019

5f, 1:01h

Grade: B

Went off easily in :24.4 and :36.4, light pressure through the lane and hit the wire in 1:01 before galloping out nicely to seven-eighths pole in 1:14 and change. A winner of two of three starts and stakes-placed in her most recent start in May, the daughter of Hard Spun is returning in good shape for Shirreffs. Has second-level allowance conditions and should handle any surface.

Magic Rate

Sept. 19, 2019

5f, 1:00.4hg

Grade: B-

In company inside of 2yo filly Parkour (same time) and went okay for Mandella under some coaxing from barrier with splits of :24.2, :48 flat and 1:00.4, a tad second best when pulled up. Son of Exchange Rate can run a bit and should make the entries soon.

Mo Mississippi

Sept. 19, 2019

4f, :49.1h

Grade: B

Comebacker went a breezing half from the three furlong pole to the seven furlong pole for Eurton while in company with younger Direct Line (3f, :36.4, up at wire, not asked). Looks good, form isn’t much but perhaps long vacation did him some good. Worth watching in more serious drills.

Parkour

Sept. 19, 2019

5f, 1:00.4hg

Grade: B

Slightly best in team gate drill with older unraced maiden Magic Rate (same time), splits of :24.2, :48 flat and 1:00.4 before coasting to the wire in 1:16 flat. Homebred juvenile filly by Carpe Diem was given a good foundation at San Luis Rey Downs and seems fairly fit. Should make the entries next month for Mandella.

Roadster

Sept. 19, 2019

5f, 1:00.4h

Grade: B+

Went smoothly without being asked, splits of :12.3, :24.4 and :48.3 to the wire before continuing out to 7/8 pole in 1:00.4, sharp and with plenty left. Should be ready for a major effort next time out.

Seiche

Sept. 19, 2019

5f, 1:02.3hg

Grade: B

Gate drill with Baffert barn mate Villanelle (same time) and led the way with slow splits of :25.3 and :37.3, was asked to pick it up approaching the top in :49.2 and then came home nicely under some coaxing, up in 1:02.3 before galloping out far in front at the wire in 1:15.3 on our watches.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Happy Trails

Sept. 18, 2019

4f, :49hg

Grade: C+

Modest move with Playin Possum (4f, :49.1hg) and was best while being let run some most of the way, splits of :24.2 and :49 flat on our watches. From the first crop of the promising sire Constitution but only brought $17,000 at auction. Probably nothing special at this stage.

Kitty Boom Boom

Sept. 18, 2019

5f, 1:02.1h

Grade: B-

Breezing throughout outside Stackin Silver (same time) while earning splits of :24.4, :36.4 and 1:02.1, rounding into shape again. Stakes winning state-bred daughter of Kafwain hasn’t been out since April and may need a bit more work before returning to action.

Leading Score

Sept. 18, 2019

5f, 1:00.1h

Grade: B-

Second best with classy Mucho Gusto (5f, :59.3h), breaking off outside about a length behind while going easily to the top of the lane, then was asked some but was no match, finishing a few lengths back. Company was tough, but we were hoping he’d be a bit more competitive. Both of his comeback races were good.

Mobou

Sept. 18, 2019

5f, 1:01.3h

Grade: C+

Worked outside Shear Class (same time) and was under mild pressure through the lane while appearing a tad second best, splits of :25 flat and :36.4. Cost $390,000 as a yearling but recent form isn’t much, so it might be time to get realistic.

Pantsonfire

Sept. 18, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h TT

Grade: B-

Fair to okay move on training track, final three furlongs in :37.3, mild coaxing through the lane. Was a beaten choice when third in mini-marathon stakes at Del Mar last time out but seems in good enough shape and should return to action soon.

Playin Possum

Sept. 18, 2019

4f, :49.1hg

Grade: C

Worked inside of Happy Trails (4f, :49hg) and was second best while being let run most of the way in team gate drill, finishing a length behind when pulled up. Daughter of Astrology is an unraced two-year-old, so-so type right now.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2019

Blue Jays

Sept. 14, 2019

4f, 49.3hg

Grade: C+

$170,000 Street Sense colt worked from gate with Doctinaire (4f, :50hg) and was best for Desormeaux under mild coaxing only, :25.1 and :50 flat on our watches. Has a bit of run, worth another look in a more serious drill. Workmate was asked to keep up but couldn’t, not much.

Kentan Road

Sept. 14, 2019

4f, 49.2h

Grade: C+

Went off quickly but slowed up late without much pressure, final three furlongs on our watches in :11.3 and :37.3. Wasn’t particularly impressive here but probably needs grass for her best. Won three of her last four for Sadler.

Ra’ad

Sept. 14, 2019

5f, 1:00.3hg

Grade: B

$500,000 OBS April 2-year-old in training purchase was sent from the gate in team drill with River Finn (5f, 1:02h) and was best throughout, going off quickly in :23.2 but slowing up late while still much the best. :47.3 and 1:00.3 on our watches. Plenty of zip evident, workmate was no match.

WORKOUTS – SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Arch Anthem

Sept. 13, 2019

4f, :52h TT

Grade: C

Recent Baltas claim went off slowly, was asked through the lane and produced only a mild response, final quarter in :25.2 in solo training track move. No step up here, needs modest claiming foes.

Catalina Cruiser

Sept. 13, 2019

4f, :49h

Grade: B

Splits of :24.2 and :49.1 on our watches, breezing throughout. Seemed to labor over the deep Del Mar main track in a pair of races but went nicely here for Sadler.

Real Master

Sept. 13, 2019

4f, :51.3h

Grade: C+

French-bred worked solo in training track move, going off slowly but picking it up a bit through the lane while being let run, final three furlongs in :38.2 for Bell. Marathon-type has all of his conditions.

WORKOUTS – SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

Chosen Moon

Sept. 12, 2019

5f, 1:03.1h

Grade: B-

Final half mile on our watches in 50 flat while coming home well (:24.3) for Ellis, mild coaxing only. $150,000 Timonium 2-year-old in training purchase may have a bit of run but hasn’t been cranked up yet.

Media Blitz

Sept. 12, 2019

4f, :50.2h

Grade: B

Went off very slowly (:13.3, 26 flat) while in nothing more than a high gallop, then was chirped to entering the lane and picked up very well, finishing smoothly with final quarter in :24.2 for Callaghan. Ran huge in debut (second, probably best) at Del Mar and should be a short price to graduate going long vs. older maidens next time out.

Nineeleventurbo

Sept. 12, 2019

4f, :49.4h

Grade: C

Blinkers, shadow roll, second best with Drysdale barn mate Winners Club (same time), under pressure outside through the lane while finishing a half-length back at the wire. More Than Ready colt brought $300,000 as a weanling, needs to show more.

Noble Commander

Sept. 12, 2019

4f, :52.3h

Grade: C+

Not the worst despite creepy-crawler final clocking, final quarter in :25.4 without being asked at any stage. Midwest invader for D’Amato has room to improve but could benefit from a class drop on this circuit.

Roadster

Sept. 12, 2019

4f, :49h

Grade: B

Never asked, final three furlongs in :36.3 for Baffert. Freshened since finishing second to Mucho Gusto in Affirmed Stakes in June, missed a month of training at Del Mar and fell behind but seems to be coming back well now.

Winners Club

Sept. 12, 2019

4f, 49.4h

Grade: B-

Unraced son of Bayern brought $90,000 at the OBS April and was best in company with Drysdale stablemate Nineeleventurbo (same time), light coaxing through the lane while finishing about a half-length in front at the wire in training track drill. Okay type, maybe, workmate was under pressure through the lane, not impressive.

WORKOUTS – SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

Daniela Bella

Sept. 11, 2019

4f, :49.1h

Grade: C+

Worked outside Rampion (same time) and finished evenly with that one to the wire, final three furlongs in :37 flat while perhaps a tad second best. Daughter of Lemon Drop Kid is nowhere near cranked up at this stage, a down-the-line type for a barn that takes its time with its young stock.

Direct Line

Sept. 11, 2019

3f, :39.2h

Grade: B-

Juvenile colt by Liam’s Map went without pressure inside of Exaulted (same time), :37.1 on our watches, faster than given. Weeks away from a race but is worth following for Eurton.

Leading Score

Sept. 11, 2019

5f, 1:01h

Grade: B

Picked him up approaching half-mile breezing outside Mucho Gusto (same time), engaged that one on the turn but was second best without pressure, hitting the wire a neck back with splits of :24.1 and :48.2. Was nosed out in Brubaker Stakes at Del Mar last time out and holds that form.

Quinnie

Sept. 11, 2019

5f, 1:05.1h TT

Grade: C+

English Channel filly went off slowly under a stout hold, was let run through the lane but had no real pick-up in solo training track move, final quarter in :26.1. Needs turf and a class drop.

Rampion

Sept. 11, 2019

4f, :49.1h

Grade: B

Even but best while under a strong hold in team drill with Daniella Bella (same time), final three furlongs on our watches in :37 flat. Certainly could have gone faster for Shirreffs but is not that far along (yet to work five furlongs). Honor Code juvenile filly is worth watching in more serious drills.

WORKOUTS – SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Qahira

Sept. 9, 2019

4f, :48.4h

Grade: B-

Solo spin for daughter of Cairo Prince in the Baffert barn, niggled at late in :24.2 and 48.4. Progressing for Baffert while moving through the allowance ranks; will get tested for class next time out.

Red King

Sept. 9, 2019

4f, :50.3h TT

Grade: B-

Went off slowly, was a little late changing leads but finished well enough under some late coaxing, final quarter in 24.3 in solo training track drill for D’Amato. Lost a toughie and Del Mar, should fire a similar shot next time out.

Unchain Her Heart

Sept. 9, 2019

4f, :48h

Grade: B-

In company outside with Concord Jet (same time) and went well enough for Koriner, quick early, moderate late, while appearing a tad the best, splits of :23 flat and :48 flat. Useful California-bred juvenile filly by Shackelford holds her edge and should fit in restricted state-bred stakes during the fall season.

WORKOUTS – SEPTEMBER 8, 2019

Strike at Dawn

Sept. 8, 2019

4f, :49.4h TT

Grade: B-

Recent surprise Del Mar allowance winner for Baltas went off slowly and finished without being asked much, final quarter in :24.3. Lightly-raced daughter of Declaration of War wants turf for her best, probably has further improvement in her.

Thousand Words

Sept. 8, 2019

4f, :48.2h

Grade: B

Juvenile son of Pioneerof the Nile colt broke off in front of American Code (4f, :48.2h) and finished stride-for-stride down the lane with that one, well in hand inside and displaying a nice, long, athletic stride for Baffert. Cost $1 million as a yearling. Should make the entries early in the Santa Anita fall season, wouldn’t be surprised to see him debut over a distance of ground (that’s where his future lies).

Tig Tog

Sept. 8, 2019

4f, :48.1h

Grade: B-

Maintains his form while under light urging most of the way, final quarter in :25 flat. In good shape and should make the entries soon for new connections.

WORKOUTS – SEPTEMBER 7, 2019

Hidden Message

Sept. 7, 2019

5f, 1:04.1h

Grade: B-

Coasting throughout, final half on our watches in :24.4 and :50.4. Excellent runner-up in Del Mar Oaks-G1 in U.S. debut and there’s no reason she shouldn’t build on that performance as she acclimates.

Mongolian Kingdom

Sept. 7, 2019

5f, 1:03.1hg

Grade: C-

Off slowly, rushed up under some pressure to be even early with Mongolian Hero (5f, 1:01.4hg) but steadily faded late under some pressure. Juvenile son of Animal Kingdom should find this circuit pretty tough, even at the maiden claiming level.

Murad Khan-FR

Sept. 7, 2019

4f, :49h

Grade: B

Went well enough, going off slowly before finishing under light pressure, final quarter in :24.1., not bad for a turf horse working on dirt. French-bred gelding by Ravens Pass was claimed by Sadler out of winning (restricted) race for $32,000 at Del Mar in August and should be capable of holding his own on the raise.

WORKOUTS – SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

Big Mel

Sept. 2, 2019

5f, 1:00.3h

Grade: B-

$800,000 unraced 2yo colt by Quality Road tied in with Oil Can Knight (4f, :50.3h, not asked), going off slowly but then ridden out strongly through the lane, splits of 24.4, 48.3 and 1:00.3 while traveling out to the 7/8 pole for Baffert. This was his first five furlong drill, obviously has some run.

Core Beliefs

Sept. 2, 2019

5f, 1:00.3h

Grade: B

Multiple graded stakes winner breezed in a three-horse team drill with unraced 3yo Tiznow gelding Inquisiteur (5f, 1:00.3h) and 6-race maiden Scattering Mink (5f, 1:00.3h) and was best of the trio working inside (deeper part of the track) while come home without being asked, final three furlongs in 23.1 and :35.2. Finished fourth (of four) in the San Diego H.-G3 (beaten 6 ¾ lengths) in mid-July in most recent start, holds his edge but is seeking a softer spot.

Tig Tog

Sept. 2, 2019

5f, 1:01.4h

Grade: B-

Now in the Sadler barn following a $32,000 claim, not asked in smooth drill, final three furlongs 11.4 and 36.3. Probably has some room to improve, seeking another restricted turf claimer.

WORKOUTS – SEPTEMBER 1, 2019

Challah

Sept. 1, 2019

5f, 1:03.4h

Grade: C