Charles Town picks and analysis: September 9, 2023

  • userTed Black
  • dateSeptember 9, 2023

Charles Town has a 13-race Saturday card. Post time is 5:00 p.m. Good luck!

The card features the Grade 2 Charles Town Classic, Grade 3 Charles Town Oaks, and a bevy of other stakes for both open and state-bred company.

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RACE 1

1-6-5-2

In the Saturday night opener, a two-turn maiden $12,500 claiming event for older runners, #1 Barrelhouse (8-5) gets favorable inside draw and also gets the nod to graduate in mild upset for trainer Anthony Farrior. #6 Bon Bueno (6-5) looms the tepid choice in this spot despite outside draw and could certainly earn diploma here for trainer Ronney Brown. #5 Norlander (5-1) has raced well at the level and cannot be dismissed for trainer Jeff Runco. #2 Shades of Blue (15-1) could work out a favorable trip in this spot and complete several gimmicks as likely longest shot on the board.

RACE 2

2-4-7-1

In this two-turn allowance for state-bred fillies and mares to cap the early daily double, #2 La Maddelena (7-2) gets favorable inside draw and the chance to stretch her speed an extra quarter-mile for trainer Crystal Pickett. #4 Lucky Bop (5-2) was solid third against similar last Saturday night and merits respect off the quick turnaround for trainer Lewis Craig, Jr. of Help a Brother fame. #7 Sparkleinyoureye (3-1) also makes the quick turnaround from allowance last weekend for trainer Mike Jones, Jr. and cannot be dismissed. #1 Polish the Diamond (12-1) could complete several gimmicks at a generous price for trainer Cynthia McKee.

RACE 3

1-5-7-3

In this two-turn event for maiden $7,500 claimers, #1 All Roads to Denis (7-2) has made half of his starts against maiden special weight foes and gets the nod for mild upset in this spot. #5 Jooby Dooby Doo (3-1) exits a trio of maiden special weight events for trainer Ronney Brown and certainly merits respect here. #7 Astrayal` (1-1) could be among the shortest-priced favorites on the card for trainer Javier Contreras and cannot be easily dismissed. #3 I See Nothing (10-1) has been no better than fourth in five previous outings but could improve here.

RACE 4

3-1-6-2

In this interesting, two-turn allowance for state-bred fillies and mares, #3 Foxy Sista (1-1) was sharp second against male rivals last out and looms the odds-on choice here for trainer Mike Jones, Jr. #1 Marina Grande (6-1) gets favorable rail draw for trainer Ollie Figgins, III of Dance to Bristol fame and could forge mild surprise here. #6 Juba’s Parade (7-5) prevailed against similar last out after exiting Sylvia Bishop Stakes and cannot be dismissed. #2 No Denying Denis (10-1) could complete several gimmicks at a generous price for trainer Ronald Sigler.

RACE 5

8-7-5-4

In this competitive, one-turn dash for starter allowance runners, #8 Pit Stop Man (9-5) gets favorable outside draw and looms the solid choice here for trainer Raymond Ginter, Jr. #7 Advance Cash (5-1) was solid second in local debut following Monmouth score and merits respect here. #5 Mr. Tingles (6-1) has performed well against similar of late and cannot be dismissed. #4 Kitchen Fire (5-2) was good against similar at Timonoum and Delaware Park recently and looms the tepid choice in this affair.

RACE 6

1-4-3-2

In this rare, three-turn event for $5,000 claimers, #1 Suleman (9-5) gets coveted rail draw and looms the solid choice here. #4 Adara (3-1) has been fourth twice since besting claimers three back and certainly merits respect in this spot for trainer Stacey Viands of Parisian Diva fame. #3 Voliero (5-1) makes local debut after facing tougher at bigger ovals in New York and deserves a look here. #2 Scootscoot (6-1) has chance to forge mild surprise with a decent trip in this spot.

RACE 7

1-5-7-2

In this interesting, two-turn allowance for state-bred older runners, #1 Fancy Concho (7-2) gets favorable inside draw and consistent sort could regain winning ways here for trainer Tim Grams. #5 River Crosroad RVF (5-2) looms the tepid choice and Jeff Runco trainee certainly merits respect when he minds his manners on the far turn. #7 Out of Cents (3-1) has also grown accustomed to facing similar and gives Runco chance to run one-two here. #2 Buff’s Eye View (6-1) gets another chance to prep for WVBC card for trainer David Walters and boasts runner-up finish in previous edition of the Classic.

RACE 8

2-4-1-3

In the Saturday night finale, a two-turn event for $4,000 claimers, #2 Marketability (7-5) gets the nod for mild upset in the nigthcap for trainer Jack Hurley #4 Stylish Paint (6-5) has been second twice in six winless outings this year for trainer Ronney Brown and looms the tepid favorite in this event. #1 Broadway Peggy (20-1) gets favorable inside draw and could compete several gimmicks at a big price. #3 Pretty Spectacular (20-1) also has the chance to light up the toteboard if the top two choices falter in the finale.

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