Pick Pony Mini Tip Sheet for Assiniboia Downs – Racing News and Analysis for June 24, 2026


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Pick Pony Handicapper — Assiniboia Downs, June 24, 2026

Fast track expected on a warm Winnipeg evening favoring early speed in routes and pace-pressers in sprints; inside posts hold an edge in the 1540-foot routes while posts 3–6 are preferred in the six-furlong sprints.

Race 1 — 1540f | Clm 3000n1y

Pineapple Tidbits (4) is the clear top selection with a class edge over this entry-level field. Smooching (6) and Miss The Hype (5) are the logical threats if pace becomes contested. Thin 1-1 price makes exactas the better play over straight win wagering.

Race 2 — 1540f | Clm 10000

Dontmesswithtess (3) at 2-1 is the value play over morning line chalk Queen Of Attitude (4) at 1-1. Get My Drift (1) from the rail is a workable stalker if the top two set a pace. Best straight win bet on the early card.

Race 3 — 1320f | Clm 5000n3l

In Vronsky Style (2) tops the field from an ideal post, with He Likes Winning (5) at 4-1 the clear value play given the quality of the rider. Aaron's Spirit (1) rounds out the key trio and should appear on every ticket.

Race 4 — 1540f | Clm 5000n2l

Bettermakethattwo (1) controls from the rail and likely dictates terms on the front end unchallenged. Saturdays Babe (4) is the principal threat in a stalking role, while Mr. Splash (3) at 6-1 offers the best value in the race given the rider's ability to outperform the morning line.

Race 5 — 1320f | OClm 12500b

Finding Ways (6) is the morning line choice for one of ASD's most productive trainers and warrants a win bet at 2-1. Messi The Great (1) from the rail is a legitimate alternative at 3-1, and Rags Royal Prinz (4) fills out the trifecta. Rhodesia (2) at 7-1 is worth exotic inclusion if pace is contested.

Race 6 — 1320f | Chantilly Stakes $50,000

Evolution (7) is the deserving favorite at 1-1, but What A Force (5) at 2-1 is the superior value bet and the single best win play in either stakes race outside of Race 7. Steal Your Soul (4) at 5-1 from a perfect mid-field post is the top secondary play, with Lisa Connects (6) worth light trifecta inclusion at 15-1.

Race 7 — 1320f | La Vérendrye Stakes $50,000

Dontgiveupthefight (11) is the best win bet on the card — the Diodoro barn's stakes record makes the 2-1 morning line a genuine value despite the outside post in an eleven-horse field. Mad About Marie (5) and Emirates Affair (6) are the main dangers, while Bling Dancer (10) at 5-1 is a solid closer if pace collapses. Chai (2) at 10-1 from the inside post is the top longshot play on the entire program.

Race 8 — 1210f | Clm 4000b

Ship Boss (1) holds the natural early advantage from the rail at this sprint distance and is a narrow top choice over co-favorite Delvecchio (7). Please The Court (6) at 4-1 is the best value in the finale and worth a small win investment. Shamayim (2) at 10-1 is a trifecta inclusion worth noting given the rider's consistent ability to outperform morning line prices.

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