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Horse Racing Picks Today at Santa Anita Including Pick Six Carryover for Friday, May 22

Daily Racing Form expert handicapper and analyst Michael Hammersly handicaps the Friday, May 22 racing card at Santa Anita,which includes a Pick 6 Carryover...

Churchill Downs Horse Racing Picks and Predictions for Friday, May 22

Churchill Downs Picks for Friday, May 22: HORSING AROUND: Sneaking humbly into the VSiN newsroom after losing misfires in both the Kentucky Derby and the...

Horse Racing Picks Today at Churchill Downs for Thursday, May 21

Daily Racing Form expert handicapper and analyst Marcus Hersh handicaps the Thursday, May 21 racing card at Churchill Downs, including his projected 1-2-3 finishers....

Horse Racing Picks Today at Delaware Park for Wednesday, May 20

Daily Racing Form expert handicapper and analyst Kenny Peck handicaps the Wednesday, May 20 racing card at Delaware Park, including his projected 1-2-3 finishers....

Horse Racing Picks Today at Parx Racing for Tuesday, May 19

Daily Racing Form expert handicapper and analyst Kenny Peck handicaps the Tuesday, May 19 racing card at Parx Racing, including his projected 1-2-3 finishers....

Horse Racing Picks Today at Parx Racing for Tuesday, May 19

Daily Racing Form expert handicapper and analyst Kenny Peck handicaps the Tuesday, May 19 racing card at Parx...

Horse Racing Picks Today at Parx Racing for Monday, May 18

Daily Racing Form expert handicapper and analyst Kenny Peck handicaps the Monday, May 18 racing card at Parx...

Preakness Stakes Best Bets, Laurel Park Picks & Predictions, Triple Crown Betting Guide

We aren't going to have a Triple Crown winner this year, as Kentucky Derby victor Golden Tempo is...

Mike Somich’s Preakness Stakes Laurel Park Picks and Predictions

Preakness Stakes Picks Make sure to check out VSiN At The Track to catch up on the latest horse...

Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park: Picks and Analysis for Saturday, May 16

The 2026 Preakness Stakes runs Saturday, May 16, at Laurel Park, and Daily Racing Form's top handicappers —...

Tuley’s Takes: 2026 Preakness Stakes Day at Laurel Park on Saturday, May 16

Tuley's Takes - 2026 Preakness Stakes Day at Laurel Park: As I wrote in my column on Friday’s Black-Eyed...
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Horse Racing Betting: Expert Picks, Daily Predictions & Stakes Odds

The VSiN horse racing hub is your premier source for daily track analysis and elite stakes coverage. From the historic Triple Crown trail to the year-end excitement of the Breeders Cup, we provide the professional insights you need to cash your tickets. Whether you are looking for Kentucky Derby picks or searching for the best Preakness Stakes odds, our experts break down the speed figures, track conditions and trainer patterns that define the sport of kings.

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Pro Saratoga Picks for Wednesday, July 30

Ed Sehon

July 29, 2025

Mr. Ed’s Saratoga Picks for Wednesday, July 30: LOSE SOME, WIN SUM: After 14 race days of the 2025 Saratoga meet, it’s time to reflect...

Seize The Grey, ridden by James Torees (1), breaks out in front, followed by Resilience with Junior Alvarado (2) and Dornoch with Luis Saez (6) down the front stretch at the start of the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, NY, on June 8, 2024.

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Pro Saratoga Picks for Sunday, July 27

Ed Sehon

July 26, 2025

Mr. Ed’s Saratoga Picks for Sunday, July 27: TRACKING MR. ED: Some came to see a champion run like one. Some came to see the...

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Pro Jim Dandy Stakes 2025 Entries, Horses, Odds, and Predictions

Adam Burke

July 26, 2025

Jim Dandy 2025 One week after Journalism put another stamp on his 3-year-old season with a win in the Haskell Stakes, Sovereignty has the chance...

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Pro Saratoga Picks for Saturday, July 26

Ed Sehon

July 26, 2025

Mr. Ed’s Saratoga Picks for Saturday, July 26: TRACKING MR. ED: It’s Jim Dandy Day at the Spa. While the G2 $500K event (Race 10)...

Seize The Grey, ridden by James Torees (1), breaks out in front, followed by Resilience with Junior Alvarado (2) and Dornoch with Luis Saez (6) down the front stretch at the start of the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, NY, on June 8, 2024.

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Pro Saratoga Picks for Friday, July 25

Ed Sehon

July 24, 2025

Mr. Ed’s Saratoga Picks for Friday, July 25: TAKING A WALK ON THE DARK SIDE: In light of Mr. Ed’s somewhat dismal handicapping results over...

1/st bet horse racing picks for vsin, Santa Anita

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Pro Saratoga Picks: 1/ST BET Horse Racing Predictions for July 24

Jeremy Plonk

July 23, 2025

1/ST BET Horse Racing Predictions from Saratoga: We are excited to announce a renewed partnership with the fine folks and handicappers at 1/ST BET. Jeremy Plonk...

Dornoch, ridden by Luis Saez (6), leads down the final front stretch, followed by Mindframe with Irad Ortiz Jr. (10) during the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, NY, on June 8, 2024.

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Pro Saratoga Picks for Thursday, July 24

Ed Sehon

July 23, 2025

Mr. Ed’s Saratoga Picks for Thursday, July 24: HORSING AROUND: Today’s Race 9, the $135K CURLIN STAKES, features a field of eight 3YOs going 1⅛-mile....

1/st bet horse racing picks for vsin, Santa Anita

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Pro Saratoga Picks: 1/ST BET Horse Racing Predictions for July 23

Jeremy Plonk

July 22, 2025

1/ST BET Horse Racing Predictions from Saratoga: We are excited to announce a renewed partnership with the fine folks and handicappers at 1/ST BET. Jeremy Plonk...

Mage, ridden by Javier Castellano, trails into the straightaway off the final turn during the 2023 Kentucky Derby on May 6, 2023, in Louisville, Kentucky. Also racing in the field from left to right: Derma Sotogake, ridden by Christophe Lemaire, Hit Show, ridden by Manny Franco, Kingsbarns, ridden by, and Two Phil's, ridden by Jareth Loveberry. Mandatory Credit: Albert Cesare-USA TODAY Sports.

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Pro Saratoga Picks for Wednesday, July 23

Ed Sehon

July 22, 2025

Mr. Ed’s Saratoga Picks for Wednesday, July 23: TRACKING MR. ED: As a horseplayer who often complains about weak midweek cards at the Spa, Day...

Seize The Grey, ridden by James Torees (1), breaks out in front, followed by Resilience with Junior Alvarado (2) and Dornoch with Luis Saez (6) down the front stretch at the start of the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, NY, on June 8, 2024.

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Pro Saratoga Picks for Sunday, July 20

Ed Sehon

July 19, 2025

Mr. Ed’s Saratoga Picks for Sunday, July 20: TRACKING MR. ED: Veteran jockey Ricardo Santana, Jr. led the way with three winners on the 12-race...

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Pro Monmouth, Saratoga and Del Mar Picks for Saturday, July 19 from Mike Somich

Mike Somich

July 19, 2025

Monmouth, Saratoga and Del Mar Picks for Saturday, July 19 from Mike Somich: We’ve got a banger of a Saturday around the country, so no...

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Pro Saratoga Picks for Saturday, July 19

Ed Sehon

July 18, 2025

Mr. Ed’s Saratoga Picks for Saturday, July 19: TRACKING MR. ED: Day 7 at the Spa was one of highs ($35.80) and lows ($4.10) when...

Daily Horse Racing Picks: Expert Best Bets and Longshots

Successful handicapping requires more than just looking at a program. Our daily horse racing picks are curated by experts who analyze Trip Notes and Track Bias to find value that the general public misses. We provide a full breakdown of the card, focusing on identifying the strongest race favorites and the vulnerable short-priced horses that offer an opportunity for an upset.

Our stakes race picks cover everything from straight Win Place Show bets to complex, exotic plays like Exactas and Trifectas. If you are looking for horse racing picks today, our staff highlights the best bet of the day across major tracks like Gulfstream Park, Santa Anita and Saratoga. Do not place your horse racing bets until you have consulted our updated surface analysis and late scratch reports.

Major Race Predictions and Handicapping Analysis

When the eyes of the sporting world turn to the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, or Belmont Stakes, VSiN provides the most in-depth horse racing predictions in the industry. We provide real-time updates to help you time your horse racing bets for the maximum possible tournament payout. Trust our Triple Crown predictions to give you the sharp edge on the biggest race days of the year.

Premier Stakes Odds: Triple Crown and Breeders Cup Betting

The heartbeat of the racing calendar lies in the major stakes. We track the Kentucky Derby odds from the first futures pool to the walk-over at Churchill Downs. Our coverage includes specialized analysis for the Road to the Kentucky Derby, ensuring you have a head start on the top race favorites before they hit the national spotlight.

As the season transitions to the fall, our focus shifts to the Breeders Cup World Championships. We provide comprehensive Breeders Cup picks for every division, from the Sprint to the Classic. Whether you are looking for marquee race bets on a legendary champion or searching for a longshot in a turf route, our horse racing odds tracker and expert previews ensure you never miss a beat.

Horse Racing Betting Strategy: Mastering the Odds

To be a long-term winner in horse racing, you must understand Value. Our horse racing betting guides teach you how to read the tote board and identify when the race odds on a horse are higher than their actual probability of winning.

For your race bets today, our professional handicapping tools serve as the foundation of every high-value pick. These resources are essential for anyone looking to master complex bets like the daily double or the Pick 6. Follow VSiN for the sharpest horse racing predictions and stay ahead of the crowd at the betting windows.