Charles Town picks and analysis: February 17, 2024

Picks and analysis for this evening’s card from Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races:

  • DATE: February 17, 2024
  • RACES ON CARD: 8
  • CARRYOVERS: Jackpot Pick 6, $50,792

RACE 1

1. Juba’s PunchHeavy fave just missed when dropped into similar
2. Our BrewBest contends
3. Bet Your BootsJust missed on debut

RACE 2

3. He’s CleverProbably worth a stand against at very short odds, but credible tries vs. similar hard to ignore
2. Good BuzzEligible to improve second off the bench
6. Juba’s MochaNeeds a bounceback

RACE 3

2. River MalbumoonrvfCredible return, makes second start since May
1. Lucky OneNew dimension? Didn’t throw in the towel when not making lead in last
5. GreatandgoodFirst off the bench following maiden breaker

RACE 4

6. Rum CupFinds manageable group in second at level; jock-and-trainer having productive meets
4. J G JettImproved in last
3. OutcatLasix on

RACE 5

4. The Sky Is Falling4-time stakes winner hasn’t quite gone on after early efforts but should have enough for these
1. Barbers PointLooks to bounce back after dismal season opener
7. Ginger GirlMaryland shipper a claimback for owner-trainer Shankle

RACE 6

2. CassiusImproved try in last; price should be right
1. Dr Jack FlyerNo answers for 7-10 favorite but a solid bow nonetheless; scratched Friday for this spot
3. Ring FundShowed speed versus MCL sorts at Gulfstream; Viands barn with a hot start to meet

RACE 7

4. Candy for JubaTwo back middle move propelled to the front before tiring; needs to bounce back after interim clunker
6. Papa LinguineTriple Crown nominee may benefit from shortening up again
3. Mr. DumbledoreWon’t take magic for this one to win; blinkers on 

RACE 8

5. PalmaryIn a field full of runners with repeated defeats versus winners, this one’s short resume deserves notice; beaten less than two in first post-maiden try, and Boca stays aboard
6. Herecomes ScarlettImproved try in last
8. PushMaking the front would help, but others seem speedier

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