Free Picks for Saratoga - 8/19/21

Saratoga Predictions, 8/19/21

Race 1 at Saratoga on Thursday is a six-furlong claiming for 3-year-olds and up with a purse of $66,000 and field of 6. 1 True Castle has six victories in races of up to 7 furlongs, was second when last out in July and holds the leading credentials today. 2 Anna’s Fast has five victories in races of up to 6 furlongs, was well back when last seen in July but drops a grade today which could be the difference-maker. 4 She’s A Black Belt has three victories at six furlongs, was well back last time out in July but cannot be overlooked today. 2 Anna’s Fast to win, Exacta 2-1

Race 2 on Thursday at Saratoga is a 6 furlong Maiden special weight for 2-year-olds with a purse of $80,000 and field of 7. 2 Sailor Speed is the half-brother of Running Brush, was fifth when last out in early August but puts on blinkers for just the first time and must be respected. 3 St. Lukes is the half-brother of Arctic Triumph, debuts from this venue today and has one of the best in the business on board. 7 Big Scully is the half-brother of Red Red Wine, was third while debuting last month, jockey selection is a big plus and on these terms is difficult to deny today. 7 Big Scully to win, Exacta 7-3

Race 3 on Thursday at Saratoga is a 5 ½ furlong claiming for three-year-olds and up with a purse of $50,000 and field of 9. 5 Quasar has victories at both six and seven furlongs, was a winner when last out in July and holds the leading the credentials today. 6 Jen’s Battle has victories at both six and seven furlongs, was well back when last seen in June, but drops a grade today which could be the difference-maker. 9 Jasminesque has two victories at six furlongs, was a winner last time out in June and on these terms is the one the rest must catch. 9 Jasmineque to win, Exacta 9-6

Race 4 at Saratoga on Thursday is a 1-mile and ⅛ allowance for three-year-olds and up with a purse of $103,000 and field of 6. 1 Misty Veil has victories at both 1 mile and one mile and one furlong, was a winner when last out in July and plays a prominent role today. 2 Ice Princess has three victories at 1 mile, was the third when last seen in July and must be given consideration today. 5 More Moonshine is the sister of Moonshine Memories, was a winner last time out in July and must be respected by the rest today. 1 MIsty Veil to win, Exacta 1-5

Race 5 on Thursday at Saratoga is a 6 1/2 furlong Maiden special weight for three year olds and up with a purse of $100,000 and field of 7. 2 Mun Luv has placed five times in nine starts, was second when last out in June and looks to go one better today. 3 Shalimar Gardens was third while debuting in May, jockey selection is a big plus and plays a prominent role today. 5 Silver Strand is the half-sister of The Taj, had a price tag of $575,000 and on these terms is difficult to deny today. 5 Silver Strand to win, Exacta 5-2

Race 6 at Saratoga on Thursday is a six-furlong maiden special weight for three year olds and up with a purse of $85,000 and field of 8. 1 Seizer debuts at this venue today, workouts have been strong of late and finishes in the mix. 2 Gold Panda is the half-brother of BudLiteLarry, was third while debuting last month and plays a prominent role today. 6 Fenway has placed in one of 4 starts, was third last time out in March, puts on blinkers for just the first outing and on these terms is difficult to deny today. 6 Fenway to win, Exacta 6-2

Race 7 on Thursday at Saratoga is a 1 mile and ⅜ allowance optional claiming for three year-olds and up with a purse of $105,000 and field of 11. 1 Olympico has five victories at 1 mile, was well back when last out in June but on previous form cannot be overlooked. 3 Shamrocket has three victories in races of up to 1 mile, was third when last seen in July and plays a prominent role today. 4 Opry has two victories at 1 mile, was third last time out in July, has one of the best in the business in the saddle and down these terms is the one to beat. 4 Opry to win, Exacta 4-3

Race 8 at Saratoga on Thursday is a 1-mile and 1/16 claiming for 3-year-olds with a purse of $72,000 and field of 11. 1 Lightning Lou has a victory at 1 mile, was 4th when last out in early August and finishes amongst the leaders today. 3 Gambling Cat has three victories at 1 mile, was third when last seen in June and jockey selection is a big plus. 8 Triple Digit has three victories at 1 mile, was a winner last time out in July and on these terms is the one the rest must catch. 8 Triple Digit to win, Exacta 8-1

Race 9 at Saratoga on Thursday is the 6 1/2 furlong Union Avenue Handicap for three year-olds and up with a purse of $100,000 and field of 6. 1 Sadie Lady has eight victories at six furlongs, was a winner when last out in June and plays a prominent part today. 5 Awesome Debate has seven victories in races of up to 6 furlongs, was well back when last seen in early August but on previous form merits serious consideration. 6 Diva Banker has eight victories at six furlongs, was fourth last time out in early August and finishes amongst the leaders today. 1 Sadie Lady to win, Exacta 1-5

The 10th and final race on Thursday at Saratoga is a 1-mile and 1/16 Maiden special weight for three-year-olds and up with a purse of $85,000 and field of 13. 4 Marvelous Maude was 3rd while debuting in June, has a highly talented jockey in the saddle and on these terms is difficult to deny today. 6 La Victoria has placed in one of three starts, was second when last seen in July and holds solid claims today. 7 Tingling Mint debuts from this venue today, has one of the best in the business on board and plays a prominent role today. 4 Marvelous Maude to win, Exacta 4-7