VSiN At The Track, A Horse Racing Podcast

Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman handicap the Louisiana Derby key contenders and pace scenarios, with smart picks for this exciting 1 3/16-mile dirt prep race.  Subscribe to VSiN At The Track on YouTube for weekly horse racing analysis: https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNAtTheTrack  In This Episode:  Why the Louisiana Derby 2026 is wide-open and competitive  Top tactical picks: Emerging Market and Easterly  Which favorites to watch, including Chip Honcho and Golden Tempo  Price plays and potential surprises, including Blacksmith  Key factors: pace, distance, blinkers, and jockey/trainer impact  Race Details:  Louisiana Derby (G2) – Race 12  Track: Fair Grounds  Date: March 21, 2026  Purse: $1,000,000  Distance: 1 3/16 Miles – Dirt  Eligibility: Three-Year-Olds   Position – Horse –Jockey: 1 – Pavlovian (CA) – E.A. Maldonado – 6/1  2– Autobahn (KY) – M. Pedroza, Jr. – 8/1  3 – Chip Honcho (KY) – L. Saez – 3/1  4 – Universe (KY) – B.J. Hernandez, Jr. – 12/1  5 – Golden Tempo (KY) – J.L. Ortiz – 7/2  6 – Spirit of Royal (KY) – F. Arrieta – 20/1  7 – Blacksmith (KY) – F. Geroux – 6/1  8 – Easterly (KY) – E.J. Zayas – 6/1  9 – Emerging Market (KY) – F. Prat – 6/1  Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies! Subscribe to the VSiN At The Track YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@vsinatthetrack 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Expert handicappers Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman go head-to-head in a Kentucky Derby draft, selecting their top contenders and breaking down how they approach betting the Run for the Roses.  Plus, they cover news and storylines surrounding the leading three-year-olds, analyze how upcoming prep races could shape the Derby picture and debate which horses are worthy of being selected.  Tell us what you think of Mike and Aaron's draft picks and post your questions and comments in the chat area.  🔗 Subscribe to VSiN At The Track: https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNAtTheTrack  🔗 Get VSiN Pro for $29.99 through May 1st: https://vsin.com/subscribe/  🏇 In This Episode:  News and storylines about the Kentucky Derby’s top contenders  Kentucky Derby Draft selections: Mike vs. Aaron Betting strategy for the Kentucky Derby  How prep races like the Florida Derby, Arkansas Derby, and Blue Grass Stakes impact the field  🏆 Kentucky Derby Draft Selections:  Mike’s Picks: Paladin  Renegade  The Puma  Intrepido  Incredibolt  Aaron’s Picks:  Chief Wallabee  Nearly  Commandment  Class President  Cherokee Nation  Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies! Subscribe to the VSiN At The Track YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@vsinatthetrack 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Heading into a huge weekend of racing for Kentucky Derby hopefuls, expert handicappers Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman analyze the top contenders to help you pick winners in the prep races and the Run for the Roses. Plus, we cover news and storylines about the leading three-year-olds, reveal our Kentucky Derby Draft selections, and share this weekend’s best bets. 🔗 Subscribe to VSiN At The Track: https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNAtTheTrack 🔗 Get VSiN Pro for $29.99 through May 1st: https://vsin.com/subscribe/ 🏇 In This Episode News and storylines about the Kentucky Derby’s top contenders  Prep race previews from Fair Grounds & Turfway Park  Kentucky Derby Draft selections: Mike vs. Aaron  Best bets for the weekend   Viewer questions and comments on YouTube 📋 Race Details Louisiana Derby (Gr. 2) – Fair Grounds, Race 12 Date: March 21, 2026Purse: $1,000,000Distance: 1 3/16 Miles (Dirt)For: Three-Year-Olds Fair Grounds Oaks (Gr. 2) – Fair Grounds, Race 11 Date: March 21, 2026Purse: $400,000Distance: 1 1/16 Miles (Dirt)For: Fillies, Three-Year-Olds Jeff Ruby Steaks (Gr. 3) – Turfway Park, Race 12 Date: March 21, 2026Purse: $777,000Distance: 1 1/8 Miles (All Weather Track)For: Three-Year-Olds Kentucky Derby Draft Selections Mike’s Picks: Paladin Renegade The Puma Intrepido Incredibolt Aaron’s Picks: Chief Wallabee Nearly Commandment Class President Cherokee Nation Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies! Subscribe to the VSiN At The Track YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@vsinatthetrack 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman bring you closer to horse racing and help you become a smarter bettor by answering viewer questions in Trackside Q&A, covering three key topics: Track Bias Explained – Learn how speed bias, rail bias, and early race trends can give you an edge  Oaklawn Park’s Struggles – Why this historic track no longer attracts top Derby contenders, including shipping challenges, trainer cycles, and racing circuit dynamics. Fictional Matchup: Sovereignty vs Chief Wallabee – The hosts debate a hypothetical head-to-head matchup between last year's Kentucky Derby & Belmont Stakes winner and this year's Derby contender, analyzing who might have come out on top. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction & Viewer Questions on Track Bias 00:13 – What Track Bias Means: Speed & Style Advantages 00:58 – Spotting Track Bias Over a Race Card 01:17 – Rail Bias & How Jockey Decisions Signal Track Conditions 01:48 – Using Track Bias in Pick 3 & Pick 4 Bets 02:06 – Viewer Question: Why Oaklawn Park Struggles to Attract Top Horses 03:06 – Trainer Strategies, Shipping Challenges & Track Cycles 04:40 – Fictional Matchup: Sovereignty vs Chief Wallabee Debate 06:47 – Discussion of Top Derby Contenders & Fan Picks Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies! Subscribe to the VSiN At The Track YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@vsinatthetrack 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Virginia Derby features a wide-open field at Colonial Downs, with several three-year-olds showing Kentucky Derby upside. Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman handicap the key contenders, pace scenarios, and smart picks for this exciting 1 1/8-mile dirt race. Subscribe to VSiN At The Track on YouTube for weekly horse racing analysis:https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNAtTheTrack In This Episode: Why the Virginia Derby 2026 is wide-open and unpredictable Why Mike and Aaron agree on High Camp as the top pick Which favorites to fade, including Confessional Longshot plays like Incredibolt and exotic betting insights Key factors: pace, distance, class drops, and jockey/trainer impact Race Details: Virginia Derby (G3) – Race 9 Track: Colonial Downs Date: March 14, 2026 Purse: $500,000 Distance: 1 1/8 Miles – Dirt Eligibility: Three-Year-Olds Morning Line Odds – Position – Horse – Jockey: 1 – Buetane (KY) – F. Prat – 5/2 2 – Grittiness (KY) – R. Maragh – 12/1 3 – Epic Desire (KY) – S. Russell – 15/1 4 – Work (NY) – M.J. Sanchez – 20/1 5 – High Camp (KY) – J.R. Velazquez – 9/2 6 – Lockstocknpharoah (KY) – E. Morales – 5/1 7 – Incredibolt (KY) – J.A. Torres – 10/1 8 – Confessional (KY) – I. Ortiz, Jr. – 4/1 9 – Ocelli (KY) – J.D. Ramos – 15/1 10 – Clocker Special (KY) – C.A. Torres – 8/1 Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies! 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Kentucky Derby trail is heating up — who are the real contenders, and which horses are moving the betting markets? Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman analyze the latest Kentucky Derby news, top contenders, and prep race results, preview the Virginia Derby at Colonial Downs, and discuss the controversial Turfway Park Octafecta, which they strongly advise bettors to avoid. Plus, the guys explain what the term track bias means and how it can be used to better handicap horse races! If you’re betting Kentucky Derby futures, Triple Crown races, or weekend stakes, this episode gives you expert insights and actionable handicapping advice. Subscribe to VSiN At The Track on YouTube for weekly horse racing analysis:https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNAtTheTrack Try VSiN Pro for expert betting insights across horse racing and all sports:https://vsin.com/subscribe In This Episode: Latest Kentucky Derby contenders and futures odds Winners from recent prep races  Breakdown of the Turfway Park “Criminal” Octafecta Handicapping lesson: Track bias explained Mike and Aaron react to YouTube questions and comments Weekend best bets  Race Previews: Virginia Derby at Colonial Downs Virginia Oaks at Colonial Downs Whitmore Stakes (G3) at Oaklawn Park Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies! Subscribe to the VSiN At The Track YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@vsinatthetrack 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman from VSiN At The Track are on a hot streak, proving their expert horse racing handicapping with three winning Kentucky Derby prep race picks.  🏇 Winning Picks Featured:  Southwest Stakes (Feb 6, 2026) — Silent Tactic Rebel Stakes (Mar 1, 2026) — Class President  Tampa Bay Derby (Mar 7, 2026) — The Puma  Hear the moments these VSiN handicappers predicted the winners before the races ran.  🎧 Follow the podcast for more expert horse racing picks, Kentucky Derby prep analysis, and winning handicapping insights, Join our Community by subscribing to VSiN At The Track on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vsinatthetrack Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Tampa Bay Derby (G3) features the strongest field in a decade, packed with multiple horses with Kentucky Derby upside. Our experts break down the key contenders, pace scenarios, and smart picks for this exciting 1 1/16-mile race for three-year-olds. Race Details: Tampa Bay Derby (G3) – Race 11Track: Tampa Bay DownsDate: March 7, 2026Purse: $400,000Distance: 1 1/16 MilesSurface: DirtEligibility: Three-Year-Olds Position - Horse - Jockey: 1 – Redland Rebels (FL) – J. Alvarado  2 – Talkin (KY) – J. Rosario  3 – Roger That Dana (FL) – R. Rojas  4 – Hulkamania (KY) – J. Loveberry  5 – Powershift (KY) – J.R. Velazquez 6 – Further Ado (KY) – I. Ortiz, Jr.  7 – Thunder Buck (KY) – S. Marin  8 – The Puma (KY) – J. Castellano  9 – Canaletto (KY) – F. Prat  🔗 Watch our full Tampa Bay Derby preview for analysis, pace breakdowns, and smart picks to guide your bets! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Kentucky Derby picture is starting to take shape, and these are the top 5 horses our experts believe have the highest ceiling right now. Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman break down their current Top 5 Kentucky Derby horse rankings, analyzing the contenders with the most upside as the Derby prep season heats up. From rising stars to established threats, the VSiN At The Track crew explains why these horses are climbing the Derby leaderboard and how bettors should evaluate them heading toward the first Saturday in May. 🔗 Subscribe to VSiN At The Track on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNAtTheTrack 🔗 Try VSiN Pro for $9.99: https://vsin.com/subscribe What You’ll Learn in This Video • The current Top 5 Kentucky Derby horse rankings from Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman • Why Chief Wallabee is emerging as a serious Derby contender • How Commandment, Nearly, Canaletto, Class President, and Renegade stack up right now • Key betting insights for upcoming Kentucky Derby prep races • Which horses could rise — or fall — before Derby Day Horses Covered Chief Wallabee Commandment Nearly Canaletto Class President Renegade Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies! Subscribe to the VSiN At The Track YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@vsinatthetrack 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Kentucky Derby picture is shifting — and this weekend’s prep races could change everything. Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman reveal their top Kentucky Derby contenders and handicap this weekend's most meaningful races at Santa Anita, Gulfstream Park, Oaklawn Park and Tampa Bay Downs. This episode is packed with actionable insights for fans and bettors tracking Derby futures and prep race action!  Plus, Mike and Aaron respond to questions and comments from the subscribers! 🔗 Subscribe to VSiN At The Track: https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNAtTheTrack 🔗 Try VSiN Pro for $9.99: https://vsin.com/subscribe   🏇 In This Episode: Mike & Aaron's Kentucky Derby Rankings right now Commandment vs Chief Wallabee  Class President, Iron Honor, and Cherokee Nation analysis Mike & Aaron’s Best Bets for Santa Anita & Gulfstream 🎯 Weekend Race Previews San Felipe Stakes (Gr.2) – Santa Anita Azeri Stakes (Gr.2) – Oaklawn Park Tampa Bay Derby (Gr.3) – Tampa Bay Downs Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies! Subscribe to the VSiN At The Track YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@vsinatthetrack 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman as they analyze a loaded field in the $1M Rebel Stakes at Oaklawn Park.  They highlight early speed threats, horses that can close late, and the top contenders to watch for Kentucky Derby points.  What You’ll Learn In This Race Preview: Why the Rebel favorite Blackout Time could be vulnerable  Class President (post 3) as a 10-1 value and his distance potential  Soldier N Diplomat (post 10) as a gate-to-wire contender  Early speed vs. closers in this stacked field Key past performances shaping betting strategy  Post positions and racing styles to watch Top longshots and value plays for bettors  Derby points implications for leading contenders  Race Details:  Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026  Track: Oaklawn Park Race: 11  Distance: 1 1/16 miles  Surface: Dirt Purse: $1,000,000  For three-year-olds  Entries & Jockeys:  1 Bravaro – F. Arrieta (8/1)  2 Litmus Test – F. Prat (7/2)  3 Class President – J.R. Velazquez (10/1)  4 Blackout Time – B.J. Hernandez, Jr. (8/5)  5 Honey’s to Blame – E. Esquivel (20/1)  6 Strategic Risk – J. Castellano (12/1)  7 Silent Tactic – C.A. Torres (9/2)  8 Rancho Santa Fe – I. Ortiz, Jr. (12/1)  9 Time for Music – K.J. Asmussen (30/1)  10 Soldier N Diplomat – J.L. Ortiz (10/1)  Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies! 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman break down one of the most talent-packed fields of the year in the Fountain of Youth Stakes at Gulfstream Park. Who has the pace, who can come from behind, and which horses are worth watching for the Kentucky Derby trail?  Race Details:  Saturday, February 28  Track: Gulfstream Park  Race 14  Distance: 1 1/16 miles  Surface: Dirt  For three-year-olds  Entries & Jockeys:  1 Jackson Hole – J.R.Velazquez  2 Rockies Balboa – L.Saez  3 Talkin – J.Rosario  4 Commandment – I.Ortiz, Jr.  5 Bravaro – T.Gaffalione  6 Chief Wallabee – J.Alvarado  7 Napoleon Solo – K.Carmouche  8 Bull by the Horns – M.J.Husbands  9 Global Aviator – J.Bravo  10 Solitude Dude – F.Prat  11 Lost Money – J.Castellano  Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies! 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🏇 Kentucky Derby Trail Shakeup: Rebel & Fountain of Youth Picks Mike Somich & Aaron Halterman break down the latest Kentucky Derby trail developments, react to major news, and preview this weekend’s biggest prep races — including the Fountain of Youth Stakes and Rebel Stakes. If you're searching for Kentucky Derby contenders, pace scenarios, actionable betting strategies, and value plays in prep races — this episode delivers. The guys also answer YouTube viewer questions and respond to comments, including the debate over Sovereignty vs. Forever Young and who truly deserves “modern GOAT” status. 🎯 VSiN Pro is your edge in the horse racing markets and across all sports. Try it for just $9.99 your first month + get the MLB Betting Guide included: 👉 https://vsin.com/subscribe/ 📺 Subscribe to the VSiN At The Track YouTube Channel: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNAtTheTrack In This Episode: Plutarch injured and off the Derby trail Attendance capped at the Preakness Stakes at 4,800 fans Great White wins the John Battaglia Memorial Stakes Canaletto, Further Ado & The Puma targeting the Tampa Bay Derby Race previews: Fountain of Youth Stakes (G2) Gotham Stakes (G3) Honeybee Stakes (G3) Rebel Stakes (G2) Viewer Q&A: Sovereignty vs. Forever Young debate Mike & Aaron’s best bets from Gulfstream Park & Fair Grounds Get pace projections, class evaluation, vertical and horizontal wagering strategy, plus strong opinions on how these races reshape the Kentucky Derby futures market. Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies! 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bettors hear the term “trip” in horse racing — but few understand how to turn it into a betting edge.  Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman break down one of the most important concepts in horse racing terminology — the trip.  They explain what makes a good trip, what qualifies as true “trip trouble,” and how subtle ground loss, pace pressure, and positioning can create hidden betting value.  Most importantly, they discuss when trip handicapping is actually actionable — and when the public overreacts.  If you're serious about improving your horse racing betting strategy, understanding trip dynamics on turf and dirt is essential.  What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What a “trip” in horse racing really means and why it matters for betting. How to spot a good trip vs. a bad trip and why subtle differences matter. The role of ground loss, energy loss, and pace in trip outcomes. How 3–4 wide positioning on turf or chasing pace creates hidden negatives. Why perfect trips can be misleading and how to fade overhyped horses. How gate-to-wire wins can trick bettors into expecting repeat performance. Practical ways to predict trips next start and gain an edge on the odds. Tips for reading trips on turf and dirt to improve your handicapping skills. Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies! 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Expert handicappers Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman break down the John Battaglia Memorial Stakes at Turfway Park, a key early Kentucky Derby prep race on the synthetic surface.  Somich and Halterman deliver pro-level analysis on pace setup, surface dynamics, value pricing, and betting strategy—showing serious bettors how to identify vulnerable favorites and capitalize on price horses.  They discuss the morning-line favorite Street Beast, value plays like Kilo Tango and Steel Imperium, upside contenders like Fulleffort and Stop the Car, and the impact of synthetic form versus dirt.  You’ll also hear how they’re structuring win bets and exotic tickets in a wide-open Derby prep.  What You’ll Learn:  • Why Street Beast may be vulnerable at short odds  • The case for #11 Fulleffort as a major threat  • Why Mike landed on 12-1 Kilo Tango  • How the Turfway synthetic surface changes race dynamics  • Which longshots can spice up exotics  • How to approach exactas and trifectas in chaotic prep races  Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies! 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🏇 Chasing the Roses: Who’s emerging as the Kentucky Derby favorite? Mike Somich & Aaron Halterman break down the latest Kentucky Derby trail developments, recap major stakes action, and preview this weekend’s biggest betting races from around the country. If you're searching for Derby contenders, trip analysis, pace breakdowns, and actionable horse racing picks — this episode delivers. 🎯 VSiN Pro is your edge in the horse racing markets and across all sports. Try it for just $9.99 your first month + get the MLB Betting Guide included: 👉 https://vsin.com/subscribe/ 📺 Subscribe to the VSiN At The Track YouTube Channel: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNAtTheTrack In This Episode: Forever Young goes back-to-back in the Saudi Cup Paladin wins the Risen Star Stakes over Chip Honcho Pavlovian takes a photo finish in the Sunland Derby Sovereignty targeting a late spring return to racing Mike & Aaron's best bets for this weekend's races Horse Racing Terminology: What makes a good (or bad) “trip” — and how actionable is trip handicapping? Race Previews & Betting Angles: Cincinnati Trophy Stakes – Turfway Park Gulfstream Park Sprint – Gulfstream Park John Battaglia Memorial – Turfway Park Pasadena Stakes – Santa Anita Park Expect pace projections, class evaluation, vertical and horizontal wagering strategies, plus best bets from both hosts. Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies! 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Expert handicappers Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman break down the Risen Star Stakes at Fair Grounds, one of the key early Kentucky Derby prep races. This isn’t just a recap. Somich and Halterman provide pro-level analysis of pace, trip setups, class, and betting strategy—showing bettors how to block out the noise and focus on what matters. They discuss Paladin, challengers like Golden Tempo and Courting, and horses like Universe, highlighting how race setup and pace impact win bets, exactas, and exotics. What You’ll Learn: Why Paladin is the horse to beat How pace shapes the race outcome Which horses may offer value: Courting, Universe, Golden Tempo How to focus on actionable betting insights Risen Star Stakes Details: Race: Risen Star Stakes (G2) Distance: 1 1/8 miles (Dirt) Track: Fair Grounds Top Contenders: Paladin, Golden Tempo, Courting, Universe Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies!Subscribe to the new VSiN At The Track YouTube Channel and post your questions and comments for the hosts to respond: https://www.youtube.com/@vsinatthetrack👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLiveInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinliveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinliveSubscribe to VSiNPro for BETTING GUIDES & PICKS 👉 https://bit.ly/3UVcMDg📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🏇 Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman handicap this weekend’s biggest races, analyze contenders on the Kentucky Derby Trail and dish out best bets to help you cash in!🎯 Don’t forget — VSiN Pro is your edge in the horse racing markets and across all sports. Try it for just $9.99 your first month and get our MLB Betting Guide included — head to VSiN.com/Subscribe and see all of the subscription options.In This Episode:Updates from the Kentucky Derby TrailRenegade Dominates Sam F. Davis StakesPlutarch Narrowly Wins Robert B. Lewis StakesSilent Tactic Flies Home to Win Southwest StakesTalk to Me Jimmy Romps in Withers StakesRace Previews from Fair Grounds, King Abdulaziz Racecourse and Sunland ParkPlus, Best Bets from Oaklawn Park and Santa Anita!Race Previews + Picks This WeekendRisen Star Stakes (Gr.2) – Fair GroundsRachel Alexandra Stakes (Gr.2) – Fair GroundsSaudi Cup (Gr.1) – King Abdulaziz RacecourseSunland Derby – Sunland ParkMike & Aaron share their best bets, key pace insights, and wagering strategies for each race.Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies!Subscribe to the new VSiN At The Track YouTube Channel and post your questions and comments for the hosts to respond: https://www.youtube.com/@vsinatthetrack👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLiveInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinliveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinliveSubscribe to VSiNPro for BETTING GUIDES & PICKS 👉 https://bit.ly/3UVcMDg📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🏇 Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman handicap this weekend’s Derby Prep Races, dish out updates on the 2026 Kentucky Derby contenders, reveal their best bets and compare Super Bowl Quarterbacks Drake Maye and Sam Darnold to race horses!🎯 Special Offer: Save $60 on a VSiN Pro annual subscription with promo code TRACK — sign up at https://vsin.com/subscribe/In This Episode:Key workouts and prep races for Kentucky Derby hopefulsTed Noffey Off the Kentucky Derby TrailSuper Bowl Comps in Horse Racing367 Horses Nominated to the Triple Crown; Pletcher Trains 31Nearly Dominates the Holy BullSolitude Dude Wins Swale Stakes; Fountain of Youth NextPlus, Best Bets from Aqueduct, Santa Anita, Tampa Bay Downs and Oaklawn Park!Race Previews + Picks This WeekendWithers Stake at AqueductSouthwest Stakes at Oaklawn ParkRobert B. Lewis Stakes from Santa AnitaSam F. Davis Stakes at Tampa DownsMike & Aaron share their best bets, key pace insights, and wagering strategies for each race.Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies!Subscribe to the new VSiN At The Track YouTube Channel and post your questions and comments for the hosts to respond: https://www.youtube.com/@vsinatthetrack👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive Subscribe to VSiNPro for BETTING GUIDES & PICKS 👉 https://bit.ly/3UVcMDg 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Expert handicappers Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman break down the Holy Bull Stakes at Gulfstream Park, one of the key early Kentucky Derby prep races.This is not just a picks recap. It’s a professional analysis of pace dynamics, trip setup, class considerations, and betting strategy—exactly the kind of insight that serious horseplayers use to find value.Somich and Halterman discuss Cannoneer, the favorite for Brad Cox, potential challengers like Incredibolt and Bravaro, and key scratches including Buetane and Game For It. They explain why the short stretch at Gulfstream Park favors a front-runner and how the race setup impacts win bets, exactas, and exotics.If you’re betting the Holy Bull Stakes—or want to learn how experienced bettors analyze high-stakes races—this video shows you how to think like a pro.What You’ll Learn:Why Cannoneer is the horse to beat in this fieldHow pace and stretch length at Gulfstream influence outcomesWhich horses may offer value at longer pricesHow scratches like Buetane & Game For It change betting strategyExacta and exotic approaches for disciplined bettorsHoly Bull Stakes DetailsRace: Holy Bull Stakes (G3)Distance: 1 1/16 miles (Dirt)Track: Gulfstream ParkFavorite: CannoneerContenders: Incredibolt, Bravaro, NearlyFollow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies!Subscribe to the new VSiN At The Track YouTube Channel and post your questions and comments for the hosts to respond: https://www.youtube.com/@vsinatthetrack Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.