Woodbine Sunday, September 17: Seaway Stakes Selections

Woodbine will close out the racing week with the Grade 3 Seaway Stakes. The race serves as the lone graded event in North America on Sunday.

Full Card Selections

Woodbine Race Course – Race 1

Post Time: 1:15 PM ET; Purse: $49.6k; Maiden Optional Claiming; Distance: 5 1/2 f on all-weather; Entries: 7

• #7 BE ON NOTICE (2-1) earns our top selection. This contender boasts a pedigree that positions him as a major player in this race. Trained by Charalambous and ridden by Chernetz, he looks promising.
• #4 CANTUCCI (10-1) is a long shot worth considering. He appears to fit well in this field and could pose a threat, especially if he manages to secure the lead early.
• #3 SQUEEZETHESHARMAN (5-2) debuts here and is well considered on the morning line which indicates the backside likes this one.
• #6 ZODIAC BEACH (6-1) is another debutante with potential. Trained by Hall and ridden by Nicholls, this one is particularly deserving of respect.

Selections: 7 – 4 – 3 – 6

Woodbine Race Course – Race 2

Post Time: 1:48 PM ET; Purse: $111.6k; Maiden Special Weight; Distance: 1 1/16 m on turf; Entries: 9

• #1 FANORE (2-1) stands as our top pick with consistent pace figures, making him a strong contender in this moderately paced race.
• #9 CHASING TROUBLE (4-1) is competitive in this field, especially under the guidance of Love and Moreno. His past performances suggest he could outperform this group.
• #8 GIOVANNINO (6-1) appears as a fringe contender with a recent solid record, making him a threat in this race.
• #4 ALPHA MEISTER (3-1) is best considered for exacta or trifecta bets. With strong pedigree, he's likely to make a well-timed run from the second tier of runners.

Selections: 1 – 9 – 8 – 4

Woodbine Race Course – Race 3

Post Time: 2:21 PM ET; Purse: $65.9k; Maiden Optional Claiming; Distance: 6 1/2 f on all-weather; Entries: 6

• #4 SOVEREIGN CAUSE (9-5) seems to be the top pick based on speed figures and performance.
• #5 COHERENCE (2-1) is a strong contender, having displayed consistency in recent starts.
• #1 SO CALLED VACATION (7-2) shouldn't be overlooked, likely to be in the first flight of runners with a good chance late in the race.
• #6 SUGARTAP (6-1) has potential for improvement after the first start and has previously handled similar conditions effectively.

Selections: 4 – 5 – 1 – 6

Woodbine Race Course – Race 4

Post Time: 2:54 PM ET; Purse: $61.8k; Optional Claiming; Distance: 6 f on all-weather; Entries: 8

• #2 HILARIOUS AFFAIR (2-1) is our top selection with a strong recent record. He has the potential to outclass this field.
• #8 UNCAPTURED MOMENT (6-1) appears to fit well in this race and deserves consideration.
• #1 JIMMIES BIG DAY (8-1) may not be the favorite but has solid early pace figures, which could be advantageous in a race lacking front-running speed.
• #6 PUDDINGONTHERITZ (20-1) is a long shot but could pose a threat if he manages to secure an early lead.

Selections: 2 – 8 – 1 – 6

Woodbine Race Course – Race 5

Post Time: 3:27 PM ET; Purse: $65.9k; Maiden Optional Claiming; Distance: 7 f on all-weather; Entries: 9

• #7 BUCK'S FIZZ (5-2) takes the top spot with the pedigree and performances to be a major contender.
• #1 HATMAKER GIZMO (6-1) should improve from the first start and has the potential to challenge for a top spot. Trained by Carroll and ridden by Civaci, she deserves respect.
• #3 AWESOME ENTRY (4-1) is competitive in this field and shouldn't have trouble with the distance.
• #2 BRAVE DANCER (8-1) could be a factor with solid speed figures, especially in a race with limited front-running speed.

Selections: 7 – 1 – 3 – 2

Woodbine Race Course – Race 6

Post Time: 4:01 PM ET; Purse: $111.6k; Maiden Special Weight; Distance: 1 m on turf; Entries: 8

• #5 OSCARSSON (4-5) is the standout choice in this race with performances that can outclass the field.
• #4 BANDWAGON (15-1) is a long shot but has potential as a fringe contender, considering speed figures.
• #3 TIME TO DAZZLE (3-1) is a debutant worth including in exotic bets, especially with the combination of Casse and Civaci.
• #7 MATICULANT (15-1) is another long shot to consider for exacta or trifecta bets, given his speed figures.

Selections: 5 – 4 – 3 – 7

Woodbine Race Course – Race 7

Post Time: 4:35 PM ET; Purse: $55k; Starter Optional Claiming; Distance: 1 1/2 m on turf; Entries: 8

• #4 RON'S GIZMO (2-1) stands out as the class of the field, with tactical speed that positions him for a strong performance.
• #2 MEYER (3-1) is a major player likely to be in the first flight of runners and competitive throughout.
• #1 CONGLOMERATE (9-5) may be considered a fringe contender, but his recent solid performances and combination of Casse and Civaci make him a strong choice.
• #7 LIL BIT GANGSTA (10-1) is a long shot to watch, especially if he can secure an early lead.

Our Selections: 4 – 2 – 1 – 7

Woodbine Race Course – Race 8

Post Time: 5:08 PM ET; Purse: $95k; Maiden Special Weight; Distance: 7 f on turf; Entries: 13

• #9 MAGIC SLIPS (3-1) takes the top spot with strong speed figures and potential to be a major player.
• #11 NANTUCKETS DAY (4-1) is competitive and shouldn't have trouble with the distance. Trained by Carroll and ridden by Civaci, she's a strong contender.
• #12 GAROFOLI (20-1) is a long shot to consider for minor placings, coming into the race in good form.
• #1 NO MORE OPTIONS (10-1) is another long shot worth considering, especially with solid early pace figures.

Selections: 9 – 11 – 12 – 1

Woodbine Race Course – Race 9

Post Time: 5:39 PM ET; Purse: $150k; Seaway S.; Distance: 7 f on all-weather; Entries: 9

• #3 VANTARSI (15-1) is a price horse but appears to be the best choice, fitting well in this race with tactical speed.
• #6 TICKER TAPE HOME (6-1) is a major player, going out for the Casse barn and ridden by Husbands.
• #5 PURRFECT (10-1) is a price horse with a good chance to hit the board and potentially get loose on the front end.
• #9 IL MALOCCHIO (5-2) should be competitive and might pose a threat if he gets loose on the front end.

Selections: 3 – 6 – 5 – 9

Woodbine Race Course – Race 10

Post Time: 6:09 PM ET; Purse: $114k; Allowance Optional Claiming; Distance: About 1 1/8 m on turf; Entries: 9

• #4 MYRISKYAFFAIR (5-2) is our top pick and the class of the field. She has strong early pace figures, which could be advantageous in a race lacking front-running speed.
• #5 KEYFLOWER (7-2) is competitive and deserves respect, especially under the combination of Casse and Civaci.
• #8 PERHAPS TONIGHT (3-1) should be competitive and might make a well-timed run at the leaders.
• #7 TOERIS (6-1) is a fringe contender but makes sense based on speed figures.

Selections: 4 – 5 – 8 – 7

Woodbine Race Course – Race 11

Post Time: 6:39 PM ET; Purse: $111k; Allowance Optional Claiming; Distance: 5 f on turf; Entries: 11

• #10 AIM FOR THE SKY (4-1) earns the top spot as a front-runner capable of holding off late challenges.
• #5 FOUR ACES HIGH (20-1) is a long shot worth considering, with tactical speed to stay close to the leaders.
• #4 FEELTHEBEAT (10-1) is another long shot with potential based on speed figures.
• #9 WARP RIDE (10-1) is a fringe contender who may benefit from a fast pace.

Selections: 10 – 5 – 4 – 9

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In addition, Betting News will continue to provide in depth analysis of select cards throughout the week. This week's analysis will feature the cards listed below.

Saturday

• Belmont at the Big A featuring the Grade 3 Turf Jockey Club Oaks
• Churchill Downs featuring the Grade 3 Iroquois, Grade 3 Locust Grove, and Grade 3 Pocahontas
• Woodbine featuring the Grade 1 Natalma, Grade 1 Woodbine Mile, Grade 1 Summer Stakes, and Grade 3 Vigil stakes. The three grade 1 races are all "Win and You're in" races for the Breeders' Cup.

Sunday

• Woodbine featuring the Grade 3 Seaway Stakes.

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