Pick Pony Mini Tip Sheet for Horseshoe Indianapolis – Racing News and Analysis for September 22, 2026


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Pick Pony Condensed Report — Horseshoe Indianapolis, September 22, 2026

Fast main track, firm turf expected throughout. Moderate speed bias on dirt favors inside posts in sprints; turf course rewards early positioning and ground-saving. Brad Cox ships three runners to this Monday card — treat all three as singles.

Race 1 — 1870f | Dirt | Clm 12500b

Mitch (2) is the logical top choice from a ground-saving post at this route distance. Benny's Day (7) is the preferred closer if the pace gets honest. Rapid Justice (1) is the alternate speed threat; Toy'stroubledhero (3) at 8-1 is worth a small exotic saver.

Race 2 — 1210f | Dirt | Md 40000

Aizhurek (6) is a Brad Cox runner with Fernando de la Cruz up — the class edge over this field is significant. Blessed Azteca (2) is the primary speed threat from a favorable post and must be respected. Cajun King (4) at 4-1 is the value play between the two favorites; Gold Pan Sam (5) at 6-1 is the longshot to note.

Race 3 — 1760f | Dirt | Clm 7500n2l

Delcap Alice (1) draws the rail in a six-filly route at the bottom of the claiming ladder — a decisive positional advantage. Miss Candy Pop (4) and Loveitorleaveit (3) are the dual Duran entries worth boxing in exactas. Staymistyforme (5) at 6-1 with de la Cruz is the lone longshot worth a small win play.

Race 4 — 1210f | Dirt | Md 12500

Altimeter (1) is the second Brad Cox runner on the card and carries a clear class edge in maiden claiming company. Boonesboro (6) for Brian Lynch is the co-morning line choice and a legitimate threat from a clean post. Cause Ima Boss (7) at 4-1 and Lunaticus (4) at 8-1 are the pace-collapse alternatives in trifecta slots.

Race 5 — 1100f | Turf | Md Sp Wt

Amani's Music (6) is the third Cox runner today — a turf maiden sprint with de la Cruz up on a firm course is a prime spot for a well-prepared shipper. Sugar Doll (1) for Brian Lynch draws the rail and is the chief danger at 3-1. Ginger Ale (4) at 4-1 and Diamondintherough (3) at 8-1 are worth including in the trifecta.

Race 6 — 1210f | Dirt | Md Sp Wt

Five Star (1) draws the rail in a six-furlong maiden sprint for fillies and has the look of the speed of the speed. I. C. U. Aggie (2) at 4-1 from the two post is the top upset candidate, with Lil Gitana (5) rounding out the exacta box. Brickhousejustice (7) at 8-1 is worth a trifecta bottom.

Race 7 — 1100f | Turf | Md Sp Wt

Sharply (1) at 4-1 from the rail in a nine-horse turf sprint is undervalued — inside post on firm turf over five and a half furlongs is a major asset. Newport Lady (2) is the morning line choice and the primary threat. Lady Wren (7) at 4-1 and Zarzuela (8) at 8-1 with Murrill are the main trifecta fillers.

Race 8 — 1760f | Turf | OClm 15000

Boitano (1) at 3-1 from the rail in a twelve-horse turf mile is the best win bet of the card — inside post on firm turf in a large field is a significant advantage the morning line appears to undervalue. Zach (5) at 2-1 is the better-drawn of the two co-favorites and belongs in all exactas. Wicked Suprise (3) at 5-1 and Nine Questions (6) at 6-1 are the secondary plays; Go Bali Go (4) at 8-1 with Murrill is the longshot to include.

Race 9 — 330f | Dirt | Alw 18500n2l

Midnight Cowboy 123 (1) at 2-1 from the inside post is the play in a 330-yard dash where gate position is everything. Shining Path (7) at 6-1 from a manageable mid-field draw is the top secondary choice. Jess A Favorite (8) and Bp Electric Cowboy (5) at 8-1 are the longshots worth including underneath.

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