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The Wednesday card at Remington Park features nine races beginning at 6:00 PM Central time. This mid-week program showcases a mix of maiden, claiming, and allowance races with purses ranging from $11,500 to $40,000. The card is headlined by two allowance events in the seventh and eighth races, offering competitive fields for handicappers seeking quality plays.
The meet is in its final stretch, scheduled to conclude on December 20 with the prestigious Springboard Mile. Steve Asmussen continues to dominate the trainer standings with 38 wins this meet, having recently achieved his historic 11,000th career victory at this track. Ramon Vazquez leads all jockeys with 64 wins, far ahead of second-place David Cabrera with 38 wins.
Weather and Track Conditions
Oklahoma City expects sunny skies with temperatures reaching a high of 48°F and dropping to 27°F overnight, with only a 2% chance of precipitation. The track should present a fast main track surface, which has been the prevailing condition throughout much of the fall meet.
Remington Park’s one-mile dirt oval has shown consistent patterns this season. In sprint races, posts three, four, and seven have historically produced the highest win percentages, with post four accounting for 26% of winners and post three producing 25%. For route races, outside posts tend to perform better, with post ten showing a 35.5% strike rate. Front-runners have enjoyed approximately a 35% success rate over the mile distance, indicating a track that rewards early speed but also allows closers to compete effectively when the pace is honest.
Race 1 – Maiden Special Weight
Post Time: 6:00 PM | 6 Furlongs Dirt | Purse $38,000
This opening race for Oklahoma-bred maiden fillies and mares features a competitive field of nine. Several horses have shown ability without breaking through to victory, making this a challenging puzzle for handicappers.
Pace Analysis
West Code Mischief possesses the fastest early speed and should press for the lead from the rail. Letsgojlo has shown stalking speed and will be in the hunt early. The pace projection suggests a contested front end with West Code Mischief likely to control the tempo unless Letsgojlo applies pressure.
Key Contenders
West Code Mischief has compiled two runner-up finishes this season against similar company and shows the best early speed figures in the field. The Joe Offolter trainee has hit the board in four of six career starts, demonstrating consistency that should serve well in this spot. Richard Eramia takes the mount for a barn that has been firing at a 29% win rate this meet.
Letsgojlo brings the highest earnings ($63,400) and most experience with nine career starts, hitting the board five times. Trainer Travis Murphy has been winning at a 22% clip, and Luis Quinonez aboard provides reliable pilot work. The filly has shown versatility at various distances and should stalk the pace before making a move.
Secondary Choices
Lucked Out returns to sprinting after a third-place finish at this level and has shown flashes of ability with two runner-up finishes in her career. Jose Alvarez gets the call for trainer Eduardo Cruz.
Runaway Ruby is a first-time starter at Remington Park coming off a third-place finish at Prairie Meadows. The filly showed promise in that initial effort and could improve significantly with the experience. Belen Quinonez aboard adds intrigue.
Longshots
Tizabellarina has demonstrated closing ability and has hit the board in four of six starts. The Scott Young trainee may benefit if the pace gets hot up front, allowing her to rally from off the pace.
Selections
Win: West Code Mischief (1)
Place: Letsgojlo (8)
Show: Lucked Out (2)
Race 2 – Claiming $5,000
Post Time: 6:28 PM | 5 1/2 Furlongs Dirt | Purse $12,500
A field of nine Oklahoma-breds compete in this short sprint for horses that have not won since June 3 or have never won four races.
Pace Analysis
Twentyone N Change should establish early command from the rail, bringing speed from turf racing that translates well to the dirt. Euromantic will likely stalk from second or third, setting up a favorable trip if the pace is honest.
Key Contenders
Twentyone N Change drops significantly in class and possesses tactical speed that could prove decisive at this level. The six-year-old has won on dirt previously while primarily competing in turf events. This class relief should provide an excellent opportunity.
Euromantic finished second at this level on November 1 and offers consistent form that fits well here. The Victor Hanson trainee should be forwardly placed and could capitalize if the pace develops favorably.
Secondary Choices
Buckin Again returns to a more competitive level after facing a tough group in his last start. The four-year-old has shown ability and could be dangerous with a good trip.
Touchdown Oklahoma brings decent form from trainer Dick Cappellucci, who has posted a 29% win rate with 14 victories this meet.
Longshots
Baja Boogie could offer value if the pace collapses. Steve Williams trainees occasionally spring upsets at appealing prices.
Selections
Win: Twentyone N Change (1)
Place: Euromantic (7)
Show: Buckin Again (4)
Race 3 – Maiden Claiming $30,000
Post Time: 6:56 PM | 6 Furlongs Dirt | Purse $27,000
A field of seven juvenile fillies compete in this maiden claimer, with one standout attracting significant attention from handicappers.
Pace Analysis
Oh My Darling and Ooh Baby Its Me should contest the early pace, with Last Pick potentially pressing from mid-pack. The field appears to have several horses capable of showing early speed.
Key Contenders
Oh My Darling ships in for trainer Steve Asmussen with Erik Asmussen aboard, a combination that has been dominant at this meet. The Tiz the Law filly drops from better company and should prove too talented for this level. Asmussen horses dropping into maiden claiming company typically deliver.
Last Pick showed promise on debut and attracts attention from the Paddock Picks selection. Trainer Ronnie Cravens III has been solid this meet with a 18% win rate.
Secondary Choices
Queen of the Den makes her debut for trainer Scott Corderman, who has been winning at a 26% rate this season. First-time starters in maiden claiming events always carry risk, but the barn has shown competence with newcomers.
Ooh Baby Its Me has placed in better company and brings the most experience to the field with three starts. Wade Rarick trainees often compete well in these spots.
Longshots
Dig Baby Dig has shown improvement in each start and could continue that trajectory for trainer Brent Davidson.
Selections
Win: Oh My Darling (2)
Place: Last Pick (6)
Show: Queen of the Den (4)
Race 4 – Starter Allowance
Post Time: 7:24 PM | 6 1/2 Furlongs Dirt | Purse $27,000
Nine runners compete in this starter allowance for horses that have run for $20,000 or less in the past three years.
Pace Analysis
J.P. Race and Stage Left both show early speed and could contest the lead. Blue Light will likely stalk from just off the pace. Bron and Brow prefers to come from mid-pack, benefiting if the pace develops quickly.
Key Contenders
Bron and Brow steps down in class after winning his last start and appears to be the one to beat. The Steve Asmussen trainee with Erik Asmussen aboard has won 8 of 29 career starts and shows the ability to close from mid-pack effectively. The jockey-trainer combo continues to produce at a high rate.
J.P. Race brings solid tactical speed for trainer Oscar Flores and has accumulated significant earnings ($374,830) against tougher company. The class drop should help, though post nine presents a challenge.
Blue Light has won 12 of 29 lifetime starts and finished second in his last outing at this level. Trainer J.R. Caldwell has been winning at a 16% clip this meet, and Rene Diaz provides capable guidance.
Secondary Choices
Stage Left brings over $1.1 million in career earnings and experience at the highest levels. At 9 years old, consistency is a question, but class is undeniable.
Palace Guard has won 8 of 25 starts and shows the ability to compete from near the front. Jose Alvarez rides for trainer Tyrone Gleason.
Longshots
Under Oath could offer value if he reverts to his best form, having won 7 of 26 career starts.
Selections
Win: Bron and Brow (8)
Place: Blue Light (2)
Show: J.P. Race (9)
Race 5 – Claiming $7,500
Post Time: 7:52 PM | 1 Mile Dirt | Purse $11,500
A full field of 12 fillies and mares stretches to a mile in this claiming event for horses that have never won two races.
Pace Analysis
Powerwashed should establish the lead from post seven and control early fractions. La Camelia and Moon Crater could press from stalking positions. The extra distance may favor horses with tactical speed who can save something for the stretch.
Key Contenders
Powerwashed won her maiden at this distance and should be competitive again stretching out. Trainer Austin Gustafson has been winning at an impressive 18% rate this meet, and the filly showed she handles the mile distance effectively.
Kara offers consistency at this class level for trainer Michael Biehler. David Cabrera takes the mount, providing reliable jockey work.
Crafty Aunt ships in for the Asmussen barn with Erik Asmussen aboard. Class droppers from this operation demand respect.
Secondary Choices
La Camelia finished runner-up in her last start and shows early speed that could carry her far in this field. Trainer Mike Abney has Luis Quinonez aboard.
Spin the Breeze ships in from Delta Downs and brings competitive form at this level.
Longshots
Maybe So could improve for trainer Sarah Nicole Davidson if she handles the distance effectively.
Selections
Win: Powerwashed (7)
Place: Kara (10)
Show: Crafty Aunt (2)
Race 6 – Allowance (Oklahoma-Bred)
Post Time: 8:20 PM | 6 Furlongs Dirt | Purse $39,000
Nine Oklahoma-breds compete in this allowance event for horses that have never won two races other than maiden, claiming, or starter races.
Pace Analysis
While I should establish early command and control the tempo. Washita Valley brings speed to press from outside. Cajun Stoops will stalk from mid-pack, positioning for a late rally.
Key Contenders
While I comes off a victory at 6.5 furlongs and has hit the board in all four career starts for a 75% in-the-money rate. The Asmussen father-son combination with Erik aboard continues to produce at an elite level. The gelding shows fast early speed and should control this race from the front end.
Cajun Stoops finished second in his last start at this distance and has hit the board in five of six career starts. Trainer Joe Offolter has been excellent this meet, winning multiple stakes on Oklahoma Classics night and continuing to fire at a high percentage. David Cabrera provides experienced guidance.
Secondary Choices
Waylons Guitar has hit the board in 10 of 16 career starts and shows tactical speed that keeps him competitive in these spots. Trainer Tristan Ashford has posted a 30% win rate this meet.
Washita Valley has hit the board in 8 of 11 career starts with a 73% in-the-money rate. Floyd Wethey Jr. rides for trainer Francisco Bravo.
Longshots
Bijou Bear won his last turf start and could transfer that form to the dirt with a good trip from post one.
Selections
Win: While I (6)
Place: Cajun Stoops (8)
Show: Waylons Guitar (9)
Race 7 – Allowance
Post Time: 8:48 PM | 1 Mile Dirt | Purse $40,000
Eight fillies and mares contest this allowance event, headlined by a significant class dropper attracting major attention.
Pace Analysis
Bang Bang Fury and Compendium could establish early control. Honor Cat shows the tendency to press from just off the pace. The mile distance should favor horses who can rate off the speed and finish strongly.
Key Contenders
Kinzie Queen drops dramatically in class after competing in graded stakes company, including a third-place finish in the Black-Eyed Susan Stakes. With $529,920 in career earnings, she towers over this field in class. Trainer Greg Compton ships from Oaklawn with Ramon Vazquez aboard, the meets leading rider who has been virtually unstoppable. The weight allowance of 114 pounds is a significant advantage.
Compendium comes off consecutive wins for the Asmussen barn, including a turf victory followed by a dirt score. The filly has hit the board in five of seven career starts with two wins and should be competitive.
Take Me Serious won the Oklahoma Classics Distaff Handicap for trainer Joe Offolter and brings stakes-quality form to this spot. Richard Eramia has the call.
Secondary Choices
Honor Cat brings solid form from trainer Greg Compton and has accumulated significant earnings ($406,985) competing at higher levels. Jose Alvarez rides.
Bang Bang Fury has won half of her four career starts and shows ability from the Donnie Von Hemel barn. David Cabrera takes the mount.
Selections
Win: Kinzie Queen (8)
Place: Compendium (2)
Show: Take Me Serious (5)
Race 8 – Allowance
Post Time: 9:16 PM | 5 1/2 Furlongs Dirt | Purse $40,000
Nine three-year-olds and upward compete in this sprint allowance for horses that have never won three races.
Pace Analysis
Kunan and Cool Cowboy should press for early position. Perfect Magic typically stalks from just off the pace before unleashing his rally. The short distance favors horses with tactical speed.
Key Contenders
Perfect Magic comes off an impressive allowance victory and continues to improve for the Asmussen operation. The son of Lord Nelson has won two of four career starts and shows the ability to stalk and pounce effectively. Erik Asmussen rode him to victory last time and returns for another crack.
Kunan also represents the Greg Compton barn that has Kinzie Queen in Race 7. Stewart Elliott takes the call on this three-year-old colt who has shown ability in recent starts.
Frack Baby won his last start convincingly and could continue that momentum for trainer Greg Compton with Ramon Vazquez aboard. The jockey has been on fire this meet with 64 wins.
Secondary Choices
Cowboycents has shown ability and could offer value at a price. Trainer Shawn Davis has been competitive this meet.
Tizabling has talent for trainer Matt Hebert and could improve in this spot with David Cabrera aboard.
Longshots
Cool Cowboy could surprise from the Jayde Gelner barn if he breaks sharply and establishes position.
Selections
Win: Perfect Magic (5)
Place: Kunan (2)
Show: Frack Baby (1)
Race 9 – Claiming $5,000
Post Time: 9:44 PM | 6 1/2 Furlongs Dirt | Purse $12,500
The nightcap features 14 runners in a claiming sprint, presenting challenges for handicappers with the large field.
Pace Analysis
Lea Me Be possesses the fastest early speed and should establish command from post eleven. Cash Follows Me will stalk from mid-pack. The large field could create traffic troubles for closers.
Key Contenders
Cash Follows Me looks well-placed to bounce back from consecutive runner-up finishes. Trainer Austin Gustafson has been sharp, and Ramon Vazquez takes the mount as the meets leading rider with 64 wins. First off the claim, this gelding should appreciate the class level.
Lea Me Be brings speed and consistency with 7 wins and 21 in-the-money finishes from 36 starts. Trainer Ike Green has David Cabrera aboard, and the gelding should be forwardly placed throughout.
Secondary Choices
Hello Hot Rod has shown flashes of ability for trainer Steve Williams and could rally from off the pace.
Derby Date brings the Asmussen factor with Erik aboard. Class droppers from this barn always demand respect.
Longshots
Tigers n Bears could offer value from the Danny Pish barn with Stewart Elliott aboard.
My Good Good Boy has won 11 of 26 career starts and could fire a big race at a price.
Selections
Win: Cash Follows Me (14)
Place: Lea Me Be (11)
Show: Hello Hot Rod (8)
Jockey Notes and Insights
Ramon Vazquez leads the meet with 64 wins from 230 starts, posting a 28% win rate and 57% in-the-money rate. He has been virtually unstoppable, stringing together multiple-win nights consistently throughout the fall. Vazquez recently passed Pat Steinberg for fifth place on Remington Parks all-time wins list. His mounts today include Kinzie Queen (Race 7), Frack Baby (Race 8), and Cash Follows Me (Race 9), making the late Pick 3 particularly intriguing with the meets leading rider on multiple live horses.
Erik Asmussen has risen rapidly through the standings since arriving at Oklahoma Derby weekend, now sitting with 34 wins from only 124 starts for a 28% win rate and 61% in-the-money percentage. His partnership with father Steve has been exceptional. Erik has primary mounts on Oh My Darling (Race 3), Bron and Brow (Race 4), While I (Race 6), Compendium (Race 7), Perfect Magic (Race 8), and Derby Date (Race 9).
David Cabrera sits second in the standings with 38 wins and leads the colony in mounts with 231 starts. His 17% win rate and 52% in-the-money figures demonstrate consistency. Cabrera has key calls on Bang Bang Fury (Race 7), Cajun Stoops (Race 6), and Lea Me Be (Race 9).
Floyd Wethey Jr. has 34 wins from 218 starts for a 16% win rate. His experience at Remington Park makes him dangerous on any mount. He rides Tizabellarina (Race 1) and Washita Valley (Race 6).
Trainer Notes and Insights
Steve Asmussen continues to dominate the trainer standings with 38 wins from 153 starts, posting a 25% win rate. He recently achieved his historic 11,000th career victory at Remington Park, becoming the first trainer in North American history to reach that milestone. His horses today include Oh My Darling, Crafty Aunt, Bron and Brow, While I, Compendium, Perfect Magic, and Derby Date.
Joe Offolter ranks third in trainer wins with 16 victories from 77 starts for a 21% win rate. The Oklahoma Horse Racing Hall of Famer has been particularly sharp recently, winning three stakes on Oklahoma Classics night with Take Me Serious, Breakable Code, and Mister Omaha. He saddles West Code Mischief (Race 1), Take Me Serious (Race 7), and Cajun Stoops (Race 6).
Greg Compton ships in with strong form from Oaklawn Park, where he finished fifth in the standings with 21 wins. He saddles Kinzie Queen (Race 7), Honor Cat (Race 7), Kunan (Race 8), and Frack Baby (Race 8), giving him multiple shots in the allowance races.
Austin Gustafson has posted a 18% win rate with 7 wins from 39 starts. His horses often show improvement after joining the barn. He sends out Powerwashed (Race 5) and Cash Follows Me (Race 9).
Best Wagering Strategies and Value Plays
The Asmussen Factor provides the most reliable betting angle on this card. Targeting Erik Asmussen mounts for Steve Asmussen in spots where they are overlaid offers consistent value. Oh My Darling (Race 3), While I (Race 6), and Perfect Magic (Race 8) all project as favorites but could still provide value in exotics.
The Late Pick 4 (Races 6-9) presents an excellent opportunity. Using While I and Cajun Stoops in Race 6, spreading to Kinzie Queen and Compendium in Race 7, keying Perfect Magic in Race 8, and using Cash Follows Me with Lea Me Be in Race 9 creates a playable ticket with strong win contenders.
Kinzie Queen represents a significant class drop in Race 7 that demands attention. Horses dropping from graded stakes company to this allowance level typically dominate, and with Ramon Vazquez aboard, this represents one of the strongest plays on the card.
The Paddock Picks exacta combination of J.P. Race and Bron and Brow in Race 4 offers value if Bron and Brow proves too much for the class dropper, creating a potential exacta upset.
Race 1 presents uncertainty despite West Code Mischief appearing best, making it an ideal race to spread in multi-race wagers. The Early Pick 5 using West Code Mischief, Lucked Out, and Runaway Ruby with Twentyone N Change in Race 2 creates a reasonable ticket structure.
For value plays, consider Cajun Stoops in Race 6 at morning line odds of 7-2. The Joe Offolter trainee has hit the board in five of six career starts and gets David Cabrera aboard. Against a short-priced While I, the exacta box could return well.
