Remington Park – Pick Pony Handicapper Report & Tip Sheet – News, Analysis, Expert Picks, and AI Predictions for November 28, 2025

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Remington Park hosts a nine-race card on Friday, November 28, 2025, with first post time set for 6:00 PM Central. The card features a balanced mix of claiming races, maiden special weights, and an allowance optional claiming headliner in Race 8. This is the 50th day of the current Thoroughbred meet, which runs through December 20.​

The race conditions span from $5,000 claiming to the $40,000 allowance optional claiming feature. Oklahoma-bred restricted races are prominent, with several maiden special weight events offering $38,000 purses for accredited Oklahoma-breds. The scratch watch indicates potential scratches to monitor, including Bella Francesca (Race 1), Fella's Sister (Race 1), Gettin Out Of Here (Race 1), Mystical Code (Race 3), Rhyl (Race 4), Snazzy Man (Race 4), Tresillian (Race 5), Turquoise Blue (Race 5), Dominant Spirit (Race 8), Great Escape (Race 8), Anna Up (Race 9), and Lottery Ticket (Race 9).​

Weather and Track Conditions

Friday's forecast for Oklahoma City calls for cloudy conditions with temperatures climbing to approximately 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Winds will be light in the morning, increasing to 12-15 mph in the afternoon with gusts up to 30 mph expected. There is a 20-40% chance of showers after 9:00 PM, which could affect the late races if precipitation moves in earlier than expected.​

The main dirt track is expected to be rated fast for the evening card. Remington Park's one-mile oval features a sandy loam surface that generally maintains consistent conditions. The track has been racing fast throughout the fall portion of the meet, and no significant weather issues are anticipated prior to post time.​

Track Bias and Post Position Analysis

Remington Park's track configuration exhibits distinct post position preferences that handicappers should strongly consider. In sprint races on the main track, posts three, four, and seven historically produce the highest win percentages. Post four accounts for 26% of winners while post three generates 25% of successful outcomes. Post five has proven notably challenging, contributing just 11% of winners despite regular representation.​

In route races, the bias shifts dramatically toward outside posts. Post ten shows a strong 35.5% strike rate, while inside posts struggle significantly. The track configuration favors horses that can establish early position without engaging in speed duels, with front-runners showing approximately 35% success rates at the mile distance during peak meet periods. This is particularly relevant for Race 8, the featured allowance at one mile.​


Race 1 – Claiming $5,000 – 5½ Furlongs

Post Time: 6:00 PM

This $12,500 purse claiming race for fillies and mares three years old and upward assembles a field of ten. None of these runners have won since January 28, 2025, making form evaluation challenging. The 5½-furlong distance favors tactical speed.

Pace Analysis

The pace scenario projects a moderate to fast early pace. Anajuliaforever shows fastest leader style and figures to be on or near the lead. Yoda Winner also displays stalking speed and typically positions close to the pace. Bella Francesca (if she runs despite being on scratch watch) can show tactical speed. This sets up for horses with stalking ability who can pounce late.

Key Contenders

Yoda Winner emerges as the consensus top selection from handicappers. This three-year-old filly by Competitive Edge has shown consistency with a 21% win rate and 64% in-the-money record. She won at seven furlongs here most recently, demonstrating an ability to rate and close. The Scott Young barn operates at a 15% win rate at the current meet with solid in-the-money percentages. The three-pound weight break at 120 pounds is a meaningful advantage.​

Anajuliaforever receives strong support from expert handicappers as well. This Karen Jacks trainee has tactical speed and won most recently at Louisiana Downs. Her 18% win rate and 53% in-the-money percentage indicate reliability. Floyd Wethey Jr. has the mount and ranks fourth in the jockey standings with 34 wins this meet.​

Secondary Choices

Miss Escapade shows competitive figures and fits the class level. This Federico Villafranco trainee has been knocking at the door in recent starts. Let Her Buck also merits consideration with Zabala up, though the rail post is not ideal for this sprint distance.

Longshots

Gettin Out of Here could provide value if scratches thin the field, though she appears on the scratch watch. Love Me a Sunset at 15-1 has shown occasional spark but faces a difficult task from post seven.

Betting Strategy: The pace setup favors stalkers. Yoda Winner offers value if odds drift above 3-1. An exacta box of 9-4 with 10 for the show slot makes sense. Early Pick 5 single on Yoda Winner if confident.

Selections

Win: Yoda Winner (9)

Place: Anajuliaforever (4)

Show: Miss Escapade (10)


Race 2 – Maiden Claiming $10,000 – 7 Furlongs

Post Time: 6:28 PM

This Oklahoma-bred restricted maiden claimer for two-year-olds at seven furlongs offers a $15,000 purse. The field of eight includes mostly lightly raced juveniles searching for their first victory.

Pace Analysis

Pontotoc displays fastest leader style and should control the pace from post five. Gospel War Cry has shown fast leads in his recent attempts. Six Gun Sally brings stalking speed that allows tactical flexibility. The pace projects as honest without excessive pressure, potentially favoring the speed.

Key Contenders

Pontotoc stands out as the consensus choice among handicappers. Though still a maiden after three starts, he has shown improvement with each outing and gets Alfredo Triana Jr., who operates at a 15% win rate with 10 wins this meet. The H. Ray Ashford Jr. barn has a 17% win rate at the current meet. Post five is favorable for this distance.​

Gospel War Cry merits respect as a secondary choice. This Steve Williams trainee hit the board in his most recent start with a third-place finish going 5½ furlongs. The stretch to seven furlongs could help as he shows pace and the ability to keep going. Leandro Goncalves has shown improved results recently.​

Secondary Choices

Six Gun Sally is the only filly in this field and carries two pounds less at 115. She has shown tactical speed in two starts and could benefit from a pace meltdown scenario. Iram Vargas Diego brings solid meet statistics to the saddle.

Shake That Thing makes her debut for trainer Federico Villafranco. First-time starters are always uncertain, but the Weston Hamilton mount deserves consideration at value prices.

Longshots

King of Samurai from the Jayde Gelner barn (19% win rate this meet) could offer value at double-digit odds. The Birdman shows potential improvement but needs significant forward progress.​

Betting Strategy: Pontotoc looks like the controlling speed. If he gets clear early, he could wire the field. Exacta keying 5 over 8-4-2 offers structure.

Selections

Win: Pontotoc (5)

Place: Gospel War Cry (8)

Show: Six Gun Sally (4)


Race 3 – Claiming $7,500 – 5½ Furlongs

Post Time: 6:56 PM

This Oklahoma-bred restricted claiming race for fillies and mares assembles eight runners going 5½ furlongs for a $11,500 purse. The non-winners of two races condition brings together a competitive group.

Pace Analysis

The field lacks dominant early speed, projecting a moderate pace. Suprising Code typically shows tactical positioning. Total Insanity and Mystical Code (if she runs) can stalk or press depending on the scenario. This favors horses with the ability to make a sustained move through the stretch.

Key Contenders

Suprising Code tops the paddock selections and receives broad support. The Joe Offolter barn operates at an impressive 20% win rate with 19 wins at the current meet. Richard Eramia has the mount and brings experience. This mare should appreciate the class relief.​

Mystical Code appears as the expected order of finish leader but is on the scratch watch. If she runs, she becomes a strong contender with recent form suggesting readiness.​

Secondary Choices

Total Insanity has been consistent through the meet and should fire another competitive effort. This Philip Young trainee has a 21% win rate profile at this level. Belen Quinonez has the mount.

Aunt Lottie for trainer Marti Rodriguez brings tactical versatility. At 4-1 morning line, she offers fair value as an underneath option.

Longshots

Unbridled Kisses at 10-1 could surprise if she runs her best. The Evans Komardley barn has produced occasional upset winners at this level.

Betting Strategy: Single Suprising Code in multi-race wagers if confident. Box 1-6-7 in exactas covering the main contenders.

Selections

Win: Suprising Code (1)

Place: Mystical Code (6)

Show: Total Insanity (7)


Race 4 – Maiden Special Weight – 6 Furlongs

Post Time: 7:24 PM

This $38,000 maiden special weight for Oklahoma-bred three through five-year-olds draws a field of eight going six furlongs. Several runners show potential for breakthrough efforts.

Pace Analysis

Caymen's Soldier and El Protonico both possess early speed capabilities. The pace should be honest through the first call, though neither is a pure speed type. This sets up for tactical horses who can position and kick late.

Key Contenders

Caymen's Soldier receives unanimous consensus support from handicappers. This Boyd Caster trainee (12% win rate this meet) has shown consistent improvement. Ramon Vazquez has the mount, and he leads all jockeys at the current meet with 66 wins and a 28% win rate. Post seven is actually favorable at this distance based on historical track bias data.​

El Protonico brings blinkers-on today, which could spark improvement. The Mike Abney trainee gets Luis Quinonez (14 wins, 11% win rate). At 3.50-1 morning line, value could exist if odds drift.​

Secondary Choices

K Q Spirit for trainer Juan Padilla (12 wins, 15% win rate) has shown flashes of ability. Mario Fuentes gets the call. Jamesons Chalk is another contender who has been competitive without breaking through.​

Longshots

Rhyl appears on the scratch watch but if he runs, offers significant longshot potential at 12-1 morning line. The Jerry Livingston trainee has shown occasional spark.

Betting Strategy: Caymen's Soldier is the single in multi-race wagers. Exacta 7 over 6-5-2 provides structure. Consider a small win bet on El Protonico if odds reach 5-1 or higher.

Selections

Win: Caymen's Soldier (7)

Place: El Protonico (6)

Show: K Q Spirit (5)


Race 5 – Claiming $10,000 – 5½ Furlongs

Post Time: 7:52 PM

This $17,500 purse claiming race for three-year-olds and upward features a full field of ten going 5½ furlongs. The non-winners of three races condition attracts an interesting group.

Pace Analysis

Devious Lover should set or press the pace from post ten. Tresillian (if he runs despite scratch watch listing) has shown both pace-pressing and stalking ability. Dicey Wager and Beau Day can also show tactical speed. The pace projects as contested, potentially setting up closers.

Key Contenders

Devious Lover is the clear consensus favorite. This Scott Corderman trainee (11 wins, 22% win rate) has shown consistent improvement and competitive figures. Iram Vargas Diego has the mount. The outside post ten actually produces strong strike rates historically at sprint distances. His 117-pound impost reflects the three-pound allowance for non-winners since October 28.​

Tresillian is on the scratch watch but if he runs, becomes a serious player. Stewart Elliott won with this horse impressively in October, stalking and pouncing for a five-length victory. Elliott leads all jockeys by earnings and ranks third in wins.​

Secondary Choices

Dicey Wager from the hot Villafranco barn merits respect at 5-1 morning line. Weston Hamilton gets the call. Beau Day for trainer Patrick Swan (six wins, 14% win rate) offers value at 6-1.​

Longshots

Turquoise Blue appears on scratch watch but if available, could provide value. County Judge at 10-1 has shown occasional spark but needs significant improvement.

Betting Strategy: Devious Lover is vulnerable from the outside post if pace collapses. Use him over and under in exactas with Dicey Wager and Tresillian (if available).

Selections

Win: Devious Lover (10)

Place: Tresillian (6)

Show: Dicey Wager (3)


Race 6 – Maiden Special Weight – 6½ Furlongs

Post Time: 8:20 PM

This $38,000 maiden special weight for two-year-old Oklahoma-breds stretches to 6½ furlongs, testing the juveniles' stamina. Nine runners compete.

Pace Analysis

Lil Elvis displays fastest stalker style and should be positioned close to the pace. Threesocks also shows fastest stalker tendencies. Western Man's running style is unknown as he makes his debut. The pace should be honest with several horses showing tactical speed.

Key Contenders

Western Man garners consensus support among handicappers despite making his career debut. The Joe Offolter barn (20% win rate) has been sharp this meet, and first-time starters from this barn deserve serious consideration. Richard Eramia has 16 wins this meet. The lack of race record creates uncertainty but also opportunity.​

Threesocks for trainer C.R. Trout (10 wins, 20% win rate) has hit the board in both career starts, running second and fourth against tough company. Luis Quinonez has the mount. The Trout barn has won four Oklahoma Classics Juvenile races and knows how to ready young Oklahoma-breds.​

Secondary Choices

Lil Elvis has two runner-up finishes in two starts, establishing him as the likely early favorite. Jose Alvarez has the mount for trainer Miguel Silva. The rail post is not ideal based on track bias, but his form is the most proven in the field.​

Engine Ninety Nine has shown improvement with a second-place finish in his most recent start. Alfredo Triana Jr. gets the call for trainer Cindy Monroy.​

Longshots

Country Rider makes his debut for the Scott Young barn and could provide value at 12-1. Twoshai S G A at 8-1 has shown flashes but needs significant improvement to contend.

Betting Strategy: This race presents uncertainty due to multiple first-time starters and improving juveniles. Spread in multi-race wagers using 2-4-1-6. Exacta box 2-4-1 provides structure.

Selections

Win: Western Man (2)

Place: Threesocks (4)

Show: Lil Elvis (1)


Race 7 – Maiden Special Weight – 1 Mile

Post Time: 8:48 PM

This $38,000 maiden special weight for Oklahoma-bred three through five-year-olds tests stamina at one mile. Nine maidens compete, many with extensive experience searching for their first victory.

Pace Analysis

Get Dreamy displays fastest leader style and should control the early pace. El Gato Americano can show early speed as well. This projects as a scenario where the front-runner may get a soft lead, making pace-pressing or stalking essential.

Key Contenders

Get Dreamy is the overwhelming consensus choice. Despite being winless in 15 career starts, he has hit the board seven times (47%) and shows the clearest path to the lead. The Miguel Silva barn has modest statistics, but Ernesto Valdez-Jiminez has the mount with 28 wins this meet. At 1.80 morning line, he is the clear class of the field.​

All in Okie from the Scott Young barn (16 wins, 15% win rate) receives support as the main alternative. Floyd Wethey Jr. has the mount. The barn's experience with Oklahoma-breds is valuable at this distance.​

Secondary Choices

Rev's Tomb has seven starts with a second-place finish and four thirds (57% in-the-money). Jose Alvarez gets the call for trainer Shawn Davis (four wins, 12% win rate). At 4-1 morning line, he offers value as an underneath play.​

Regal Son for the Scott Young barn provides a second option from the leading Oklahoma-bred trainer. Alfredo Triana Jr. has the mount.

Longshots

Flat Be Judged at 8-1 has shown occasional spark but needs significant forward progress. Gospel Up from the Steve Williams barn is overmatched at 10-1.

Betting Strategy: Get Dreamy is the single. This is a spot to take short odds confidently. Win bet and use as single in Late Pick 5 and Last Chance Pick 3.

Selections

Win: Get Dreamy (9)

Place: All In Okie (4)

Show: Rev's Tomb (1)


Race 8 – Allowance Optional Claiming $35,000 – 1 Mile

Post Time: 9:16 PM

This $40,000 featured allowance at one mile attracts the day's strongest field. Eight runners compete in a race that tests class, pace, and stamina.

Pace Analysis

This race features several horses capable of showing speed. Battle Strike displays fastest leads style and should press or set the pace. Spoiler typically races as a fast leader. Aaron can show early speed. Tiburon races with a fast deep style. This contested pace scenario could set up for closers, particularly Carbone who races from mid-pack and No Trouble who is a slower closer.​

Key Contenders

Carbone is the consensus “Best Bet of the Day” from track handicappers. This Steve Asmussen trainee (56 wins, 27% win rate this meet) won impressively at six furlongs here on September 28. Erik Asmussen has the mount and the father-son combination has been dominant this meet. The stretch to one mile is the main question, but class and connections suggest confidence. The Asmussen barn reached the historic 11,000-win milestone at Remington Park this season.​

Spoiler for trainer Robertino Diodoro (26 wins, 33% win rate) is battle-tested with 30 career starts and $376,245 in earnings. Ramon Vazquez leads all jockeys with 66 wins. He ran second in the Remington Green Stakes and shows tactical versatility. Post six is favorable based on route race track bias.​​

Secondary Choices

Battle Strike for trainer Dick Cappellucci (16 wins, 27% win rate) has won back-to-back races at one mile. Floyd Wethey Jr. has the mount. The Cappellucci barn has been sharp all meet, at one point leading the trainer standings. His front-running style could prove vulnerable in this pace scenario, but class is evident.​

Great Escape appears on the scratch watch but if available, represents Diodoro's other weapon. This horse has earned over $1.3 million in career earnings and brings top-class experience. Jose Alvarez would get the mount.​

Longshots

Tiburon for Cappellucci at 6-1 offers value as a pace-stalking type who could benefit if the speed collapses. Stewart Elliott has the mount. No Trouble from the Scott Young barn at 8-1 is a slower closer who could rally if chaos ensues.​

Betting Strategy: Carbone deserves strong win bet consideration. Exacta key 3 over 6-5-4. Trifecta key 3 over 6-5-4 over 8-1-7 provides coverage. Consider 3-6 exacta box for value.

Selections

Win: Carbone (3)

Place: Spoiler (6)

Show: Battle Strike (5)


Race 9 – Claiming $10,000 – 5½ Furlongs

Post Time: 9:44 PM

This $17,000 claiming race for fillies and mares three years old and upward closes the card. Eleven runners compete at 5½ furlongs in the non-winners of two races condition.

Pace Analysis

Business as Usual displays fastest leader style and should control the early pace. Ize a Blast is a fastest stalker type. Kinky Moon can press or stalk. This contested pace scenario could benefit stalkers and closers.

Key Contenders

Business as Usual receives consensus support. This Oscar Flores trainee (14 wins, 15% win rate) has been consistently competitive with seven in-the-money finishes in her last seven starts. Ernesto Valdez-Jiminez has the mount with 28 wins this meet. Her speed figures rate highest in this field.​

Ize a Blast for trainer Robertino Diodoro (33% win rate) brings class from a barn that wins nearly a third of its starts. Ramon Vazquez has the mount, the meet's leading rider. She has primarily raced on turf but should handle the dirt transition.​

Secondary Choices

Kinky Moon has shown consistency and could rally late at 4.50-1 morning line. Santos Rivera gets the call. Mictlan for trainer Miguel Silva offers value at 6-1 with Brayan Pena up.

Longshots

Prairie Brat at 15-1 has won her last two starts but faces tougher competition. Jose Alvarez gets the call for trainer Juan Padilla. Itty Bitty Baby at 8-1 has hit the board in half her starts but hasn't won recently.​

Betting Strategy: Business as Usual and Ize a Blast should dominate. Exacta box 10-4 with 5-6 for thirds provides structure. This is a race to spread in superfectas due to large field.

Selections

Win: Business As Usual (10)

Place: Ize A Blast (4)

Show: Kinky Moon (5)


Jockey Notes and Insights

Ramon Vazquez leads all jockeys at the current Remington Park meet with 66 wins from 239 starts (28% win rate) and $1,572,537 in earnings. He rides Spoiler in Race 8 and Ize a Blast in Race 9, making him a key player in the late card. His ability to position horses tactically gives him an edge in competitive fields.​

Stewart Elliott, the 59-year-old veteran who won the leading rider title for a second consecutive year in 2024 with 91 victories, currently sits third in the standings with 37 wins. His stakes wins and experience make him valuable in Route 8 aboard Tiburon. Elliott fractured a bone in his lower back this summer but has returned to top form.​

David Cabrera ranks second with 38 wins from 231 starts (17% win rate). Erik Asmussen has risen to prominence with 37 wins (28% win rate from 131 starts) riding predominantly for his father Steve's powerhouse barn. He rides Carbone in Race 8, the day's Best Bet.​

Floyd Wethey Jr. has 34 wins and a 16% win rate. He has mounts on Anajuliaforever (Race 1), All In Okie (Race 7), and Battle Strike (Race 8). Ernesto Valdez-Jiminez has 28 wins and rides Devious Lover (Race 5), Get Dreamy (Race 7), and Business As Usual (Race 9).​


Trainer Notes and Insights

Steve Asmussen dominates the trainer standings with 56 wins from 215 starts (27% win rate) and $1,569,721 in earnings. He reached his historic 11,000th career win at Remington Park on October 11, 2025, becoming the first trainer to achieve this milestone in North American racing history. His horses are sharp, and any Asmussen runner deserves respect. Carbone (Race 8) represents his strongest entry on this card.​

Robertino Diodoro ranks second with 26 wins from 80 starts (33% win rate). His strike rate is actually higher than Asmussen's, reflecting excellent horse selection. He saddles Spoiler and Great Escape (if available) in Race 8 and Ize a Blast in Race 9. The Diodoro barn has been a consistent threat to upset Asmussen throughout the meet.​

Joe Offolter has 19 wins from 98 starts (20% win rate) and ranks third. His first-time starters deserve attention, including Western Man in Race 6 and Suprising Code in Race 3.​

Scott Young ranks fourth with 16 wins from 114 starts (15% win rate). A former jockey, Young has developed into a reliable trainer for Oklahoma-breds. He saddles Yoda Winner (Race 1), Country Rider (Race 6), All In Okie (Race 7), Regal Son (Race 7), and No Trouble (Race 8).​

Dick Cappellucci has 16 wins from 61 starts (27% win rate), tied for fifth. His horses are ready when they run, as evidenced by his remarkable in-the-money percentages. Battle Strike and Tiburon represent him in Race 8.​

C.R. Trout has 10 wins from 50 starts (20% win rate) and has historically excelled with young Oklahoma-breds. Threesocks in Race 6 is a live contender from his barn.​


Best Wagering Strategies and Value Plays

The day's Best Bet is Carbone in Race 8, as identified by track handicapper Jerry Shottenkirk. The Asmussen-to-Asmussen connection has been dominant, and Carbone's class stands out in this field. A $20 win bet is recommended.​

The Early Pick 5 (Races 1-5) offers the day's best multi-race value opportunity. A suggested ticket: 9-4 with 5-8 with 1 with 7-6-5 with 10-6-2 costs $54 for 50-cent base bet. Singling Suprising Code in Race 3 and Caymen's Soldier in Race 4 reduces costs and maintains structure.​

For the Late Pick 5 (Races 5-9), using 10-6 with 2-4-1 with 9-4 with 3-6 with 10-4 provides coverage across the competitive fields.​

The Pinnacle Pick 4 (Races 4-7) can be approached with: 7-6-5 with 10-2 with 2-4-1-6 with 9-4 for approximately $36.​

Value plays to consider:

Race 2: Gospel War Cry at 5-1 morning line has shown recent improvement and could provide exacta value underneath Pontotoc.

Race 4: El Protonico at 3.50-1 morning line with blinkers on could spark improvement. Consider a small win bet if odds reach 5-1 or higher.

Race 6: This maiden special weight features multiple first-time starters and represents the day's most volatile race. Spread in multi-race wagers and avoid singles.

Race 8: Spoiler at 3.50-1 morning line offers value against the favored Carbone. The exacta box of 3-6 could return solid value.

Race 9: Kinky Moon at 4.50-1 morning line has shown consistency and could upset the favorites at generous odds.

Daily Double (Races 1-2) recommendation: 9 with 5-4-8 costs $6 and covers the main contenders.​

For bettors seeking larger payouts, the superfecta in Race 8 offers opportunity with a competitive field: Key Carbone (3) and Spoiler (6) on top, with Battle Strike (5), Great Escape (4), Tiburon (8), and No Trouble (1) filling the remaining positions.

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