Podcast: Who is Nick Tammaro going to beat Mine That Bird with in the Belmont Stakes?

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podcastNick Tammaro is the New York handicapper for CapitalOTB.com. Last year he qualified for both the National Handicapping Championship in Las Vegas and the Horseplayer World Series.

You can read Nick’s blog at: nicktammaro.wordpress.com.

Highlights:

  • Nick shares why he feels Mine That Bird is a bet against based upon his new running style and the likely pace of the race.
  • We discuss how Charitable Man figures to sit a good trip, especially with Rachel Alexandra out of the race.
  • Nick thinks because of the addition of blinkers, Summer Bird could be more forwardly placed throughout.
  • Does Chocolate Candy have a chance with his slowish figures and potential mid-pack trip?
  • Nick reveals how he feels Dunkirk is a “very serious player” because he probably will not “too far behind” the early pace.
  • And finally, Nick provides insight into how to bet the race for value including stating his official pick: Dunkirk.

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About Travis Stone

Travis Stone is the track announcer for Louisiana Downs, home of the Super Derby. He has also called races at Churchill Downs, Golden Gate Fields, Calder, Suffolk Downs and Sam Houston Race Park.

In 2009, he was featured in the Thoroughbred Times' Top 10 To Watch in the horse racing industry. His blog features insight into race calling and horse racing - with a minor diversion here or there. Also, you can learn how to handicap and become a fan of the game from his free on-line handicapping class.