In The Money Players' Podcast

Get ready for one of the biggest Kentucky Derby prep days of the season with a special show from In The Money Mediacovering the Rebel Day card at Oaklawn Park. This in-depth racing preview features expert analysis, betting strategy, and behind-the-scenes insights you won't find anywhere else.Hosted by Peter Thomas Fornatale (PTF), the show welcomes Clay Sanders, co-founder of Ten Strike Racing, to bring an owner's perspective to one of the most important race days on the road to the Kentucky Derby. From evaluating Derby hopefuls in the Rebel Stakes to uncovering value plays throughout the undercard, this episode delivers actionable wagering advice for horseplayers at every level.Viewers and listeners can expect:Detailed race-by-race analysis of the Rebel Day stakesExpert handicapping insights from PTF and special guestsTrainer intent, pace scenario breakdowns, and trip handicapping anglesDiscussion of emerging 3-year-old Kentucky Derby contendersBetting strategies for Pick 4s, Pick 5s, exactas, trifectas, and other exoticsOwnership insight from Ten Strike Racing's experience at the highest levels of the sportWhether you're a seasoned handicapper or new to thoroughbred racing, this Rebel Day preview provides the tools, expert insight, and wagering strategies you need to attack the card with confidence.Don't miss this must-watch Rebel Stakes Day preview — your edge at Oaklawn starts here.

PTF & JK sit down to analyze Kentucky Derby 2026 action with the 2026 Rebel Stakes upcoming at Oaklawn Park this Sunday (March 1)! The two sift through the major contenders for this year's running of the Rebel Stakes including 2026 Southwest Stakes winner Silent Tactic as well as Blackout Time, who makes his debut following his runner-up finish to early Kentucky Derby favorite Ted Noffey in the 2025 Breeders' Futurity last fall at Keeneland. Play in feeders or enter the TwinSpires Rebel Day KDBC Qualifier: https://www.twinspires.com/bet/tournaments Try MorningLine.IO: https://www.morningline.io/itm

PTF sits down with professional horseplayer Duke Matties to analyze the Late Pick 5 sequence for 2026 Fountain of Youth Day at Gulfstream Park this Saturday (Feb. 28).

Nick Tammaro hosts Brian Nadeau from Gulfstream Park's broadcast team for a look at the fantastic Fountain of Youth card on Saturday, February 28th. This Kentucky Derby Prep gives 50 qualifying points to the winner.

PTF and JK sit down to analyze horse racing action from Gulfstream Park and Santa Anita for Friday (Feb. 20), breaking down the $1 Sunset Six sequence which features a carryover that has GROWN to over $69,000! The bet covers the last three races from Gulfstream Park and Santa Anita, is available only for retail players and features a takeout of just 15 percent.

PTF sits down with writer and former jumps jockey Sean Clancy to discuss what the next target could be for champion hurdler Constitution Hill following his sensational flat debut at Southwell Racecourse this past Friday. The conversation currently surrounds whether trainer Nicky Henderson will take a chance for a repeat victory in the Champion Hurdle at the Cheltenham festival, but with the recent success of Willie Mullin's hurdler Ethical Diamond in the 2025 Breeders' Cup Turf at Del Mar, PTF and Sean theorize what could be an ambitious flat campaign as well as a potentially more realistic flat campaign in 2026.

Get ready for a power-packed weekend preview on the In the Money Players Podcast this Saturday, 2/21, as the team dives deep into two of the most exciting betting opportunities in racing.First up, PTF is joined by Kali Francois for an in-depth look at the Saturday card at Laurel Park. They break down key races, pace scenarios, live longshots, and wagering strategies to help horseplayers attack the Laurel sequence with confidence. Whether you're playing horizontals, verticals, or just looking for strong win contenders, this segment is packed with actionable insights.Then, Mikee P. sits down with Marshal Gramm to preview the high-stakes Twinspires.com Oaklawn Park KDBC/NHC contest at Oaklawn Park. They discuss contest strategy, optimal bankroll management, format nuances, and how to approach mandatory races in one of the premier qualifiers for the Kentucky Derby Betting Challenge (KDBC) and National Horseplayers Championship (NHC). If you're competing—or thinking about it—this is essential listening.From sharp handicapping analysis to expert contest strategy, this episode of the In the Money Players Podcast delivers everything serious horseplayers need to stay ahead of the game.Tune in Saturday and get ready to cash.

PTF & JK sit down to talk about budding 2026 Kentucky Derby contender Paladin fresh from his victory in the 2026 Risen Star Stakes at Fair Grounds over Chip Honcho and 2026 Lecomte Stakes winner Golden Tempo, earning a 93 Beyer Speed Figure with the win. PTF & JK discuss the potential path for Paladin, which appears to wind toward the 2026 Blue Grass Stakes at Keeneland in April, following in the path of former Chad Brown stars Zandon and Sierra Leone. They also discuss how Paladin currently ranks against others on the Kentucky Derby trail including Nearly, who recently won the 2026 Holy Bull Stakes at Gulfstream Park and is currently targeting the 2026 Florida Derby.

PTF and JK sit down to analyze horse racing action from Gulfstream Park and Santa Anita for Friday (Feb. 20), breaking down the $1 Sunset Six sequence which features a carryover that has GROWN to over $64,000! The bet covers the last three races from Gulfstream Park and Santa Anita, is available only for retail players and features a takeout of just 15 percent.

PTF is joined by broadcaster extraordinaire Nick Luck to go over the tremendous weekend of racing from King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia including the first-ever repeat victory in the $20,000,000 Saudi Cup by Japan's Forever Young, who continues to build a resume for his status as one of the greatest racehorses of the modern era.

PTF is joined by horseplayer Frank McGoey to analyze the stakes races for 2026 Risen Star Stakes Day, a major day on the road to Kentucky Derby 2026, at Fair Grounds on Saturday (Feb. 14). Alongside the Risen Star are the 2026 Rachel Alexandra Stakes, a major prep on the road to the 2026 Kentucky Oaks, as well as the Fair Grounds Stakes on the Turf and the Mineshaft Stakes for older horses on the dirt.

PTF is joined by Kali Francois from the Maryland Jockey Club to analyze the big day of racing slated at Laurel Park for Saturday (Feb. 14) highlighted by the $200,000 General George Stakes. The 10-race stakes card will also be a part of the Laurel Park February First Chance, Last Chance Handicapping Challenge, a hybrid on-site and online handicapping contest with a $30,000 (est.) prize pool and opportunities to win seats to the 2026 BCBC and 2026 NHC.Find more information on the First Chance, Last Chance Handicapping Challenge here: https://www.laurelpark.com/news/laurel-park-to-host-february-first-chance-last-chance-handicapping-challenge/

PTF and JK are back with a show that kicks off with a $33,000+ carryover in Friday's Sunset Six - an exciting new wager that combines the last three races at Gulfstream with the last three at Santa Anita.Next up they review the latest In the Money Media Kentucky Derby Top 10 list.Last but not least, they give their thoughts on this weekend's key Kentucky Derby prep, the Risen Star Stakes at Fair Grounds in New Orleans.

PTF hosts Clay Sanders as they go over some spot plays on the Saturday card at Oaklawn Park. Make sure to check out the lineup of Twinspires contests over on their website.

PTF is joined by horseplayers Nick Tammaro and Dean Keppler to analyze horse racing action from Gulfstream Park and Santa Anita for Friday (Feb. 6). The three break down the Sunset Six sequence for Friday, which covers the last three races from Gulfstream and Santa Anita, is a retail-only wager, features a takeout of just 15 percent and has a carryover of nearly $50,000. They also discuss the $2 Pick 6 sequence for Friday at Santa Anita which also features a near $50,000 carryover.

Eric DeCoster, In the Money's dedicated "Listorian," joins PTF as they go over the latest ITM Derby Top 10 list.

The show kicks off with PTF and Nick Tammaro going over Saturday's Sunset Six, featuring the last three races at Gulfstream Park and the last three at Santa Anita. In the process, they'll cover a quartet of stakes including the Holy Bull, an important Kentucky Derby prep race.Next up, Jerry Bailey and Randy Moss are here with their thoughts on the three big stakes at Gulfstream.The In the Money Players' Podcast is the the place for free horse racing tips and analysis.

Special Sunday Show - ITM staple Chris Cupples won the Pegasus Challenge on Saturday, and he joins PTF and Mikee P. to recap his huge win. The guys recap GP races for Saturday and look at the Carryovers on Sunday in the Coast to Coast Pick 5, and Sunset Six.

PTF is joined by horseplayer and frequent ITM contributor Dean Keppler to analyze the sequence for the Sunset Six, which covers the last three races from Gulfstream Park and Santa Anita, for Sunday (Jan. 25).

PTF hosts NBC's Randy Moss for a look at the two Grade 1's on Pegasus Day 2026 at Gulfstream Park on Saturday, January 24. Mikee P. welcomes accomplished horseplayer Chris Cupples to the In the Money Media Podcast for a full breakdown of the Sunset Six for Saturday, January 24th.

PTF and Sean B are back in a show that covers a wide range of topics including the utility of making your own speed figures, his decisions to leave and come back to horse racing, and his idea of who might win the Super Bowl.

PTF & JK are back for a January update to the Top 10 prospects list on the trail to Kentucky Derby 2026. Later in the show they break down the Pick 5 sequence for the Pegasus World Cup card this Saturday (Jan. 24) at Gulfstream Park.

PTF is joined by Duke Matties to break down horse racing action from Santa Anita and Gulfstream Park for Sunday (Jan. 18). They tackle the $1 Sunset Six sequence, which covers the last three races from each track and features a takeout of just 15 percent.Best Bets:PTF - Gulfstream Park Race 8 #2 Expensive QueenDuke Matties - Santa Anita Race 9 #8 Angelica Bay

PTF is joined by Maryland Jockey Club's Dan Illman to analyze an approach to horse racing betting action this Saturday (Jan. 17) at Laurel Park, focusing on the Pick 5 sequence.

The show begins with PTF and Sean Clancy playing tribute to Leo O'Brien, a trainer for whom Sean worked and whom PTF admired tremendously.Next up, JK joins PTF and they go over the 2026 Lecomte Stakes with 20 Kentucky Derby points on the line.

PTF & JK analyze horse racing action from Santa Anita and Gulfstream Park for Sunday (Jan. 11) looking at wagering strategies for the Sunset Six. This cross-track multi-race wager is available only to retail players and features a 15 percent takeout. Best Bets PTF - #4 Spicybug - Santa Anita Race 9 JK - #1 Queen Maxima - Santa Anita Race 9

Loaded edition of the ITM Players Podcast with 3 full segments starting with PTF and JK looking at Saturday's Sunset Six from 1/st Racing. The sequence is retail only with the last 3 races from Gulfstream and the last 3 Races from Santa Anita. Mikee P. grabs Will Humphrey for opening Saturday at Laurel Park and their Value Pick 5s with a 12% takeout. Mikee then grabs host of the popular podcast And the Tournament Winner Was.... John Gaspar for a look at the Twinspires.com $1000 KDBC/NHC qualifier for this Saturday at Fair Grounds and Tampa Bay Downs. All of these segments can be found on the ITM YouTube channel as well.

PTF hosts Sean Boarman as they answer listener questions about everything from AI uses in racing to the mental side of the game to the best races (so far!) of the century,

PTF is back with you for a special edition of the show that pays tribute to Diane Crump, the first woman to ride in a parimutuel race in the US and the first woman to ever ride on the Kentucky Derby.His guest is Jessica Whitehead of the Kentucky Derby Museum, and she brings an amazing perspective about not only her historic achievements but also her personality. This episode is at once a history lesson, a character study, and a story of triumph. It is not to be missed.

PTF and Nick Tammaro break down the Sunset 6 sequence for New Year's Day from Santa Anita and Gulfstream Park.***NOTE*** This video was recorded before Santa Anita cancelled and rescheduled New Year's Day racing for Thursday, Jan. 8 due to an incoming storm.

In an annual tradition, Hall-of-Famer Jay Privman joins PTF to go over each and every category on this year's Eclipse Award ballot. Horses covered include presumptive Horse-of-the-Year Sovereignty, the legendary Thorpedo Anna, three-category contender Shisospicy, and many, many more.

PTF welcomes Duke Matties back to the show to preview the 2026 horse racing meeting at Santa Anita.You can also get access to expert analysis from Duke Matties over at his website dukespicks.com - be sure to use promo code ITM25 to get a 10% discount on your first order!Catch a special livestream at 7pm (PST) DukesPicks.com covering bets and strategies for opening day at Santa Anita: https://www.dukespicks.com/sa-live-w/duke-matties?am_id=PTF_SA

The late week show opens with a preview of the Opening Day action at Santa Anita Park this Sunday (Dec. 28) with PTF and JK analyzing the card alongside broadcaster Michelle Yu. The three offered best bets for the day on the show, including:Michelle Yu - Tempus Volat in Race 5 & Nysos in Race 10JK - Her Laugh in Race 8PTF - Suchet in Race 9Later in the show, PTF talks with Alex Henry for a look at this weekend's JRA action headlined by the Grade 1 Hopeful Stakes this Saturday (Dec. 27) at Nakayama Racecourse.

PTF is back hosting our titular pro player, Sean Boarman, for an hour talk on what he's been up to wagering wise as well as discussions of the Tuck Rule, going broke, and th mental toughness required to play the horses.

PTF starts the Players Podcast off with a Mike Maloney catch-up session, complete with player questions. If you would like a copy of Mike's Book, "Betting With an Edge," reach out to PTF directly at PTFornatale@gmail.com.Mikee P grabs Jackson Muniz and Ryan Anderson from the Gallop Out to look at this week's Kentucky Derby Prep Races: The Gun Runner from Fair Grounds and the Springboard Mile from Remington Park. Twinspires.com also has KDBC contests over the weekend surrounding the Cards at Fair Grounds and Turfway Park. Alex Henry completes the show discussing the 2-year-old colts for the Futurity Stakes at Hanshin Racecourse this weekend. Go to inthemoneypodcast.com for picks from the JRA crew for all the races on Saturday night in Japan.

Brought to you by Genny Cream Ale (not really)The new show starts with PTF and Sean Clancy of This Is Horse Racing talking about The Jockey's Circle -- where you can find many excellent gift ideas -- and recapping the top stories from 2025 including Sovereignty and Forever Young.Next up we have David Hill, who talks about his American Gambler substack where he and PTF recently had a good chat about Bill Barich's Laughing in the Hills. You can access it here. You can buy David's book The Vapors in his online shop.

PTF grabs Twinspires.com's Darin Zoccali to preview the Turfway Synthetic Championships this weekend and the $1500 Tournament on Twinspires.com. Mikee P. is back from the Symposium on Racing in enough time for the weekly JRA segment with Alex Henry to talk Hanshin Juvenile Fillies G1 over 1600m this Saturday night.

PTF and Eric DeCoster are here to go in-depth on the first Kentucky Derby Top 10 for 2026. Ted NoffeyInto Mischief - Streak of Luck (by Old Fashioned)Jockey: John VelazquezTrainer: Todd PletcherBest Beyer: 98Last Race: 1st - G1 Breeders' Cup Juvenile @ Del Mar (10/31)31Oct25-DMR9Future Pool 2 Odds: 6-1International Price: 10-1https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2025-ted-noffey-caps-perfect-2-year-old-campaign-breeders-cup-juvenile-victory 2. IncrediboltBolt d'Oro - Sapphire Spitfire (by Awesome Again)Jockey: Jaime TorresTrainer: Riley MottBest Beyer: 82Last Race: 1st - G3 Street Sense S. @ Churchill Downs (10/26)26Oct25-CD10Future Pool 2 Odds: 40-1International Price: 25-1https://paulickreport.com/news/thoroughbred-racing/really-really-talented-incredibolt-wins-street-sense-with-last-to-first-rally-earns-10-ky-derby-points3. PaladinGun Runner - Secret Sigh (by Tapit)Jockey: Flavien PratTrainer: Chad BrownBest Beyer: 85Last Race: 1st - G2 Remsen S. @ Aqueduct (12/6)06Dec25-AQU9Future Pool 2 Odds: 40-1 International Price: 14-1https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/thoroughbred/paladin/20234. BrantGun Runner - Tynan (by Liam's Map)Jockey: Flavien PratTrainer: Bob BaffertBest Beyer: 101Last Race: 3rd - G1 Breeders' Cup Juvenile @ Del Mar (10/31)07Sep25-DMR4Future Pool 2 Odds: 10-1International Price: 20-1https://paulickreport.com/features/bloodlines/bloodlines-presented-by-walmac-farm-del-mar-futurity-winner-brant-keeps-the-grade-1-train-rolling-for-sire-gun-runner5. Further AdoGun Runner - Sky Dreamer (by Sky Mesa)Jockey: Irad Ortiz Jr.Trainer: Brad CoxBest Beyer: 98Last Race: 1st - G2 Kentucky Jockey Club S. @ Churchill Downs (11/29)29Nov25-CD10Future Pool 2 Odds: 20-1International Price: 20-1https://www.horseracingnation.com/news/Further_Ado_earns_10_Derby_points_in_Kentucky_Jockey_Club_1236. EnglishmanMaxfield - In It For the Gold (by Speightstown)Jockey: Jose OrtizTrainer: Cherie DeVauxBest Beyer: 97Last Race: 1st - Maiden @ Churchill Downs (9/19)19Sep25-CD5Future Pool 2 Odds: 40-1International Price: 33-1https://www.thoroughbreddailynews.com/risingstars/englishman/7. Blackout TimeNot This Time - Beauty Parlor (by Elusive Quality)Jockey: Brian Hernandez Jr.Trainer: Kenny McPeekBest Beyer: 93Last Race: 2nd - G1 Breeders' Futurity @ Keeneland (10/4)04Oct25-KEE9Future Pool 2 Odds: 20-1International Price: 33-1https://www.thoroughbreddailynews.com/risingstars/blackout-time/8. Mr. A.P.American Pharoah - Trenchtown Cat (by Cowtown Cat)Jockey: Antonio FresuTrainer: Vladimir CerinBest Beyer: 96Last Race: 2nd - G1 Breeders' Cup Juvenile @ Del Mar (10/31)31Oct25-DMR9Future Pool 2 Odds: 30-1International Price: 33-1https://www.thoroughbreddailynews.com/american-pharoahs-mr-a-p-gets-the-nod-in-santa-anita-maiden/9. CannoneerInto Mischief - Catch the Moon (by Malibu Moon)Jockey: Irad Ortiz Jr.Trainer: Brad CoxBest Beyer: 90Last Race: 1st - Maiden @ Churchill Downs (11/29)29Nov25-CD12Future Pool 2 Odds: part of

PTF hosts Sean Boarman who gives an update on his recent play and discusses the need for wagering innovation. He also shares some thoughts about betting strategy and what's really important in the modern game, as well as a few ideas on what might happen next for horseplayers.

PTF kicks off the show with a solo run through of the late Pick 5 at Aqueduct on Cigar Mile Day. Make sure to check out the contest over at Twinspires.com.Next up, Alex Henry joins to discuss the Champions Cup In Japan Saturday night and to look back at the Japan Cup and give an update on Forever Young. She also offers some holiday video game ideas;Winning Post 10 2025 (in Japanese) - https://www.play-asia.com/winning-post-10--2025/13/70hyjf?srsltid=AfmBOop-O8TunAOIa1fssPsrBP03k85ZH1GkJQDBatK69fH9dUfmJQ7Z (Switch 2) and https://www.play-asia.com/winning-post-10--2025/13/70hyih Steam Deck for Emulation of Games like Gallop Racer and G1 Jockey - https://store.steampowered.com/steamdeck

PTF and JK are back with you for their first on-air catch-up in a while to talk about the results of the second Derby Future pool and all else that's been going on.Then Jennifer Kelly is here for her annual visit to talk about the best gift ideas for horseplayers this holiday season. Read her full gift guide here.Last but not least, Steve Fornatale returns with advice about what to buy and drink around the holidaze.If you'd like to learn more about our charity partners at Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, check out their website this Giving Tuesday.

Join JK and Nick Tammaro on this week's In the Money Media podcast as they break down Saturday's Late Pick 5 from Churchill Downs on the highly anticipated Stars of Tomorrow card. Get expert handicapping insights, value plays, ticket-building strategies, and race-by-race analysis to help you cash in on one of the most exciting juvenile racing days of the year. Perfect for horseplayers looking for sharp opinions, betting angles, and in-depth Churchill Downs coverage.

In The Money Media: Late Pick 5 Breakdown for Clark Day at Churchill Downs (Friday)Welcome back to In The Money Media! In this video, Mikee P. hosts Chris Cupples and Jackson Muniz with a deep dive into the Late Pick 5 on Clark Day at Churchill Downs, giving you sharp insights, key contenders, value plays, and race-by-race analysis for one of the most exciting cards of the fall meet.Whether you're a seasoned horseplayer or new to multi-race wagers, we've got you covered with: