Keeneland Raven Run Picks: Saturday, October 21

Keeneland racing continues this weekend with cards Wednesday through Sunday. The Saturday feature is the Grade 2 Raven run at 7 furlongs on dirt.

Raven Run Full Card Analysis

Keeneland Race Course – Race 1

Post: 1:00 PM ET; $78k Claiming, 6 f on dirt; Entries: 7

• #3 VULCAN (4-1) is the top choice in this opening race at Keeneland. This gelding has been in solid form in recent starts and should be ready to deliver a strong performance.
• #5 MAC DADDY TOO (8-5) is another major contender. He appears to be a major player in this race and should handle the distance well. The hot pace scenario may work in his favor.
• #7 THEALLIGATORHUNTER (6-1) is another horse with a good chance. He is competitive, and the race setup should be to his advantage. The top overall power rating in the group adds to his appeal.
• #4 COLD AS HELL (5-2) is the class of the field and shouldn’t be underestimated. He has shown an ability to handle these conditions in previous starts.

Selections: 3 – 5 – 7 – 4

Keeneland Race Course – Race 2

Post: 1:32 PM ET; $47k Maiden Claiming, 6 f on dirt; Entries: 16

• #5 DANCING NANCY (6-5) is the top pick in this competitive maiden race. She possesses the potential to get loose on the front end and should be a major player.
• #7 RED SUN DRESS (6-1) is expected to improve in her second start, making her a fringe contender. She should handle the distance and enters the race in good form.
• #4 FASTA LAVISTA BABY (8-1) has a shot in this field, though she is not without hope.
• #2 THIRSTY ACCOUNTANT (30-1) is a price horse best suited for underneath wagers, and she could be in with a chance late, especially considering the combination of trainer Chad Brown and jockey Tyler Gaffalione.

Selections: 5 – 7 – 4 – 2

Keeneland Race Course – Race 3

Post: 2:04 PM ET; $43k Maiden Claiming, 6 f on dirt; Entries: 16

• #2 KINGMAKER (8-5) is the top pick in this race. He is well-bred for this spot and comes into the race in good form.
• #16 RUNANDSCORE (8-1) could be a fringe contender with a chance, as he enters the race in solid form.
• #15 AMANWALKSINTOABAR (10-1) is a price horse to watch, especially with the combination of trainer Michael Stidham and jockey John Velazquez. He possesses solid early pace figures in a race that lacks front-running speed.
• #4 SPANISH DOUBLOON (10-1) is another price horse who could be dangerous if he gets a favorable trip on the front end.

Selections: 2 – 16 – 15 – 4

Keeneland Race Course – Race 4

Post: 2:36 PM ET; $140k Allowance, 1 m on turf; Entries: 9

• #8 VIAREGGIO (2-1) gets the top selection. She is expected to handle the distance well and goes out for the combination of trainer Brendan Walsh and jockey Tyler Gaffalione.
• #2 OEUVRE (4-1) should be considered a fringe contender in this spot. She makes sense on speed figures and has the top overall power rating in the group.
• #4 ADAAY IN ASIA (3-1) isn’t without hope, as she is capable of handling the distance. She has been in solid form recently.
• #3 SWEET DANI GIRL (9-2) is another horse that shouldn’t be underestimated. She is expected to be part of the early pace in this race.

Selections: 8 – 2 – 4 – 3

Keeneland Race Course – Race 5

Post: 3:08 PM ET; $100k Maiden Special Weight, 6 1/2 f on dirt; Entries: 15

• #3 IRINA’S CHARM (10-1) is the top selection, offering value as a price horse. She has solid speed figures and recent strong performances that make her competitive in this race.
• #9 SWEET GAL OF MINE (4-1) is expected to improve in her second start and appears to be a major player in this race. She has races good enough to challenge this field.
• #12 SHEZTHEFACTOR (10-1) is another price horse to watch, with an opportunity to perform well in this race.
• #2 BEST OF ALL (6-1) makes her debut here and is best suited for exotic wagers, as she goes out for the combination of trainer Chad Brown and jockey Tyler Gaffalione.

Selections: 3 – 9 – 12 – 2

Keeneland Race Course – Race 6

Post: 3:40 PM ET; $250k Perryville S., 7 f on dirt; Entries: 6

• #1 VERIFYING (1-1) looks strong in this competitive race. He has the potential to get loose on the front end and fits well in this field.
• #6 LOYAL COMPANY (12-1) is a price horse with a good chance to be a major player in this race. Trained by Brendan Walsh and ridden by Tyler Gaffalione, he has previously shown his ability to handle these conditions.
• #5 DR. VENKMAN (7-2) appears to be a major player in this race. He is likely to sit mid-pack and make a late run. His speed figures make sense here.
• #4 RAISE CAIN (4-1) should be competitive and could be in with a chance to make a well-timed run from mid-pack.

Selections: 1 – 6 – 5 – 4

Keeneland Race Course – Race 7

Post: 4:12 PM ET; $100k Maiden Special Weight, 1 1/16 m on dirt; Entries: 14

• #8 MOUNT CRAIG (4-1) is the top pick. He should handle the distance well and is a strong contender.
• #14 GAME WARDEN (12-1) is a price horse to watch. Trained by Saffie Joseph and ridden by Tyler Gaffalione, he has a good chance in this race.
• #2 SINGLE DOT YAHT (8-1) is not without hope, making sense on speed figures.
• #9 FURIOUS ANGER (7-2) is another contender expected to handle the distance.

Selections: 8 – 14 – 2 – 9

Keeneland Race Course – Race 8

Post: 4:44 PM ET; $130k Allowance, 1 1/16 m on turf; Entries: 14

• #7 SINFILTRE (9-2) secures the top selection. She has previously shown her ability to handle these conditions and has been in solid form.
• #9 HAUGHTY (4-1) is another that appears to be a major player in this race and should be respected, especially with the combination of trainer Chad Brown and jockey Tyler Gaffalione.
• #1 LOVELY PRINCESS (5-1) is competitive and could benefit from a hot pace up front. She fits well here.
• #8 SISTER LOU ANN (6-1) should be competitive, making sense on speed figures.

Selections: 7 – 9 – 1 – 8

Keeneland Race Course – Race 9

Post: 5:16 PM ET; $350k Lexus Raven Run S., 7 f on dirt; Entries: 9

• #4 VAHVA (3-1) is the top pick in this feature race. She makes sense on speed figures and is expected to handle the distance well.
• #7 ALVA STARR (2-1) appears to be a major player and will likely be out on or near the lead. She’ll look to hold off the charge to the wire.
• #6 DAZZLING BLUE (9-2) is another strong contender, with a competitive chance.
• #8 LADY RADLER (5-1) should be considered as well, and she shouldn’t have trouble with the distance.

Selections: 4 – 7 – 6 – 8

Keeneland Race Course – Race 10

Post: 5:48 PM ET; $120k Allowance, 5 1/2 f on turf; Entries: 11

• #5 AXTHELM (7-2) is the top selection. He possesses a strong closing kick and could be a dangerous threat in the late stages of the race.
• #10 GREGORY’S PRIDE (10-1) is a price horse with a chance to be a front-runner. Trained by Phil D’Amato and ridden by Flavien Prat, he has shown an ability to handle these conditions in previous starts.
• #11 FAUCI (2-1) appears to be a major player and could be a front-runner as well.
• #7 B D VALESKI (8-1) is a closer and has a good closing kick, making him a contender in this race.

Selections: 5 – 10 – 11 – 7

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Friday

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Saturday

• Keeneland featuring the Grade 2 Raven Run
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• Keeneland featuring the Grade 3 Dowager Stakes

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