In The Money Players' Podcast

Part II of our interview with Paul Ruchames, Executive Director of the Backstretch Employee Service Team (BEST).  Don’t start your Saratoga meet without it! And don’t leave the Spa without helping them out!

As we anticipate the renewal of racing at Saratoga, take a few minutes to learn about the Backstretch Employee Service Team (BEST).   Thanks to Exec. Dir. Paul Ruchames for joining us.  BEST provides critical services to the staff that makes our sport possible.  Every day.  

PTF and Nick Tammaro break down the Sunset 6 sequence for New Year's Day from Santa Anita and Gulfstream Park.***NOTE*** This video was recorded before Santa Anita cancelled and rescheduled New Year's Day racing for Thursday, Jan. 8 due to an incoming storm.

In an annual tradition, Hall-of-Famer Jay Privman joins PTF to go over each and every category on this year's Eclipse Award ballot. Horses covered include presumptive Horse-of-the-Year Sovereignty, the legendary Thorpedo Anna, three-category contender Shisospicy, and many, many more.

PTF welcomes Duke Matties back to the show to preview the 2026 horse racing meeting at Santa Anita.You can also get access to expert analysis from Duke Matties over at his website dukespicks.com - be sure to use promo code ITM25 to get a 10% discount on your first order!Catch a special livestream at 7pm (PST) DukesPicks.com covering bets and strategies for opening day at Santa Anita: https://www.dukespicks.com/sa-live-w/duke-matties?am_id=PTF_SA

The late week show opens with a preview of the Opening Day action at Santa Anita Park this Sunday (Dec. 28) with PTF and JK analyzing the card alongside broadcaster Michelle Yu. The three offered best bets for the day on the show, including:Michelle Yu - Tempus Volat in Race 5 & Nysos in Race 10JK - Her Laugh in Race 8PTF - Suchet in Race 9Later in the show, PTF talks with Alex Henry for a look at this weekend's JRA action headlined by the Grade 1 Hopeful Stakes this Saturday (Dec. 27) at Nakayama Racecourse.

PTF is back hosting our titular pro player, Sean Boarman, for an hour talk on what he's been up to wagering wise as well as discussions of the Tuck Rule, going broke, and th mental toughness required to play the horses.

PTF starts the Players Podcast off with a Mike Maloney catch-up session, complete with player questions. If you would like a copy of Mike's Book, "Betting With an Edge," reach out to PTF directly at PTFornatale@gmail.com.Mikee P grabs Jackson Muniz and Ryan Anderson from the Gallop Out to look at this week's Kentucky Derby Prep Races: The Gun Runner from Fair Grounds and the Springboard Mile from Remington Park. Twinspires.com also has KDBC contests over the weekend surrounding the Cards at Fair Grounds and Turfway Park. Alex Henry completes the show discussing the 2-year-old colts for the Futurity Stakes at Hanshin Racecourse this weekend. Go to inthemoneypodcast.com for picks from the JRA crew for all the races on Saturday night in Japan.

Brought to you by Genny Cream Ale (not really)The new show starts with PTF and Sean Clancy of This Is Horse Racing talking about The Jockey's Circle -- where you can find many excellent gift ideas -- and recapping the top stories from 2025 including Sovereignty and Forever Young.Next up we have David Hill, who talks about his American Gambler substack where he and PTF recently had a good chat about Bill Barich's Laughing in the Hills. You can access it here. You can buy David's book The Vapors in his online shop.

PTF grabs Twinspires.com's Darin Zoccali to preview the Turfway Synthetic Championships this weekend and the $1500 Tournament on Twinspires.com. Mikee P. is back from the Symposium on Racing in enough time for the weekly JRA segment with Alex Henry to talk Hanshin Juvenile Fillies G1 over 1600m this Saturday night.

PTF and Eric DeCoster are here to go in-depth on the first Kentucky Derby Top 10 for 2026. Ted NoffeyInto Mischief - Streak of Luck (by Old Fashioned)Jockey: John VelazquezTrainer: Todd PletcherBest Beyer: 98Last Race: 1st - G1 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile @ Del Mar (10/31)31Oct25-DMR9Future Pool 2 Odds: 6-1International Price: 10-1https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2025-ted-noffey-caps-perfect-2-year-old-campaign-breeders-cup-juvenile-victory 2. IncrediboltBolt d’Oro - Sapphire Spitfire (by Awesome Again)Jockey: Jaime TorresTrainer: Riley MottBest Beyer: 82Last Race: 1st - G3 Street Sense S. @ Churchill Downs (10/26)26Oct25-CD10Future Pool 2 Odds: 40-1International Price: 25-1https://paulickreport.com/news/thoroughbred-racing/really-really-talented-incredibolt-wins-street-sense-with-last-to-first-rally-earns-10-ky-derby-points3. PaladinGun Runner - Secret Sigh (by Tapit)Jockey: Flavien PratTrainer: Chad BrownBest Beyer: 85Last Race: 1st - G2 Remsen S. @ Aqueduct (12/6)06Dec25-AQU9Future Pool 2 Odds: 40-1 International Price: 14-1https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/thoroughbred/paladin/20234. BrantGun Runner - Tynan (by Liam’s Map)Jockey: Flavien PratTrainer: Bob BaffertBest Beyer: 101Last Race: 3rd - G1 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile @ Del Mar (10/31)07Sep25-DMR4Future Pool 2 Odds: 10-1International Price: 20-1https://paulickreport.com/features/bloodlines/bloodlines-presented-by-walmac-farm-del-mar-futurity-winner-brant-keeps-the-grade-1-train-rolling-for-sire-gun-runner5. Further AdoGun Runner - Sky Dreamer (by Sky Mesa)Jockey: Irad Ortiz Jr.Trainer: Brad CoxBest Beyer: 98Last Race: 1st - G2 Kentucky Jockey Club S. @ Churchill Downs (11/29)29Nov25-CD10Future Pool 2 Odds: 20-1International Price: 20-1https://www.horseracingnation.com/news/Further_Ado_earns_10_Derby_points_in_Kentucky_Jockey_Club_1236. EnglishmanMaxfield - In It For the Gold (by Speightstown)Jockey: Jose OrtizTrainer: Cherie DeVauxBest Beyer: 97Last Race: 1st - Maiden @ Churchill Downs (9/19)19Sep25-CD5Future Pool 2 Odds: 40-1International Price: 33-1https://www.thoroughbreddailynews.com/risingstars/englishman/7. Blackout TimeNot This Time - Beauty Parlor (by Elusive Quality)Jockey: Brian Hernandez Jr.Trainer: Kenny McPeekBest Beyer: 93Last Race: 2nd - G1 Breeders’ Futurity @ Keeneland (10/4)04Oct25-KEE9Future Pool 2 Odds: 20-1International Price: 33-1https://www.thoroughbreddailynews.com/risingstars/blackout-time/8. Mr. A.P.American Pharoah - Trenchtown Cat (by Cowtown Cat)Jockey: Antonio FresuTrainer: Vladimir CerinBest Beyer: 96Last Race: 2nd - G1 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile @ Del Mar (10/31)31Oct25-DMR9Future Pool 2 Odds: 30-1International Price: 33-1https://www.thoroughbreddailynews.com/american-pharoahs-mr-a-p-gets-the-nod-in-santa-anita-maiden/9. CannoneerInto Mischief - Catch the Moon (by Malibu Moon)Jockey: Irad Ortiz Jr.Trainer: Brad CoxBest Beyer: 90Last Race: 1st - Maiden @ Churchill Downs (11/29)29Nov25-CD12Future Pool 2 Odds: part of

PTF hosts Sean Boarman who gives an update on his recent play and discusses the need for wagering innovation. He also shares some thoughts about betting strategy and what's really important in the modern game, as well as a few ideas on what might happen next for horseplayers.

PTF kicks off the show with a solo run through of the late Pick 5 at Aqueduct on Cigar Mile Day. Make sure to check out the contest over at Twinspires.com.Next up, Alex Henry joins to discuss the Champions Cup In Japan Saturday night and to look back at the Japan Cup and give an update on Forever Young. She also offers some holiday video game ideas;Winning Post 10 2025 (in Japanese) - https://www.play-asia.com/winning-post-10--2025/13/70hyjf?srsltid=AfmBOop-O8TunAOIa1fssPsrBP03k85ZH1GkJQDBatK69fH9dUfmJQ7Z (Switch 2) and https://www.play-asia.com/winning-post-10--2025/13/70hyih Steam Deck for Emulation of Games like Gallop Racer and G1 Jockey - https://store.steampowered.com/steamdeck 

PTF and JK are back with you for their first on-air catch-up in a while to talk about the results of the second Derby Future pool and all else that's been going on.Then Jennifer Kelly is here for her annual visit to talk about the best gift ideas for horseplayers this holiday season. Read her full gift guide here.Last but not least, Steve Fornatale returns with advice about what to buy and drink around the holidaze.If you'd like to learn more about our charity partners at Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, check out their website this Giving Tuesday.

Join JK and Nick Tammaro on this week’s In the Money Media podcast as they break down Saturday’s Late Pick 5 from Churchill Downs on the highly anticipated Stars of Tomorrow card. Get expert handicapping insights, value plays, ticket-building strategies, and race-by-race analysis to help you cash in on one of the most exciting juvenile racing days of the year. Perfect for horseplayers looking for sharp opinions, betting angles, and in-depth Churchill Downs coverage.

In The Money Media: Late Pick 5 Breakdown for Clark Day at Churchill Downs (Friday)Welcome back to In The Money Media! In this video, Mikee P. hosts Chris Cupples and Jackson Muniz with a deep dive into the Late Pick 5 on Clark Day at Churchill Downs, giving you sharp insights, key contenders, value plays, and race-by-race analysis for one of the most exciting cards of the fall meet.Whether you're a seasoned horseplayer or new to multi-race wagers, we’ve got you covered with:🔹 Full Late Pick 5 handicapping🔹 Live contenders, longshots, and pace setup insights🔹 Betting strategies for maximizing value🔹 Analysis of the Clark Stakes (G2) and supporting races🔹 Ticket-building advice for Friday at Churchill DownsClark Day always brings high-quality fields and great betting opportunities, making the Late Pick 5 a must-play sequence. Tune in, sharpen your play, and get In The Money!👍 Like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on all our racing coverage, including daily analysis, betting previews, and expert interviews.📌 Follow Us:Website: InTheMoneyPodcast.comTwitter: @InTheMoneyMediaPodcast Platforms: Apple • Spotify • Google💬 Drop your top plays and Late Pick 5 tickets in the comments below!#InTheMoneyMedia #HorseRacing #ChurchillDowns #ClarkDay #LatePick5 #Handicapping #ClarkStakes #HorseRacingPicks #BettingStrategy #ThoroughbredRacing #ChurchillDownsPicks #Pick5

Mikee P hosts the ITM Players Podcast this week with coverage sponsored by Twinspires.com for the Churchill Downs Late Pick 5 on Saturday with Nick Tammaro. Nick also discusses the contest scene at Twinspires.com and several tournaments that are upcoming this weekend and the Clark Handicapping Challenge next Friday. The NYTB present coverage of the early Pick 5 from Aqueduct this Saturday including two NY Stallion Series Stakes. Nick does double duty this pod and he has some great news about new stallions coming to NY for the upcoming season. Alex Henry finishes off the podcast with a look at the G1 Mile Championship from Kyoto this Saturday from JRA. It is the 11th race on a 12 race card and you can as always find analysis and picks on inthemoneypodcast.com.

We kick on with Nick Tammaro and PTF continuing their discussion about speed figures with a chat about applications that delves into pars, race review, ability figures, and condition analysis.Next up, a visit from Kim Weir. She is the recent recipient of the Nancy Kelly Volunteer Award presented by the racetrack chaplaincy, and she also shares the latest information about Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga.Presented by our friends at the Global Symposium on racing, which you can learn more about here.

PTF kicks off the show with Darin Zoccali as they talk about the new features and upcoming events on the Twinspires.com tournament platform and then they go over the first six races at Churchill Downs on Saturday's card. For coverage of the latter half of the card make sure you check out the Gallop Out episode covering those races. You can find them on their Youtube channel, on their own pod feed, or on the ITM main feed. Or just click here.Next up, Mikee P takes the reins and is joined by Alex Henry as they take a look at the late night JRA action on Saturday night.

PTF and Nick Tammaro are here with a show requested by the listeners. A description and analysis of different types of speed figures, how they are calculated and what they can tell you. From Beyer and TimeformUS to Ragozin and Thorograph sheets to the computerized numbers generated by BRIS and Equibase, here you'll find the start of an interesting discussion on all things figure related. Please let us know in the comments if you like this type of show and if you have any questions about figures or handicapping in general you'd like us to discuss in future episodes. Or you can reach out to PTF directly through the contact button over at inthemoneypodcast.com