by Al CImaglia
June 21, 2026
Running Aces wraps up the weekend with a 10-race card. The Spot Plays come in Race 2, Race 6, and Race 7. Comments and sections below are based on a fast track.
Race 2 (6:22 PM CDT)
4-Ashton Hill Dave (9/2)-My guess is the veteran could offer more than the 9/2 morning line and finally lands an inside post. Has been stuck with outside draws 8-9-8 and has taken the long way around in the last 3 races. This will be the 4th race at Aces this season and should get an up-close seat tonight. Luke Plano sticks and will look for an aggressive drive. Has been trying hard and could get rewarded tonight.
4-Ashton Hill Dave (9/2) playing to Win
4-6-7
Race 6 (7:50 PM CDT)
8-Inferno DK (5/2)-Left from post 5 last time, tried to go gate to wire but fell a head short and finished 2nd. Rosecroft shipper was facing Open company there and hit the board in 9 of 17 races but had only 1 win. Went off at 8/5 last time and will look for a better price leaving from post 8. This is the 2nd start in town and doesn't have to be leading every step of the way to beat this field. Brady Jensen entry should be a main player.
8-Inferno DK (5/2) playing to Win
8-1-3
Race 7 (8:12 PM CDT)
7-K T Part E (7/2)-This is an Elim for a upcoming Stakes Race and should have no problem qualifying for the Final. The question is how much effort will be put into this start? This is the sharpest horse, comes off a win 2 back, then a 2nd place finish in 151.4 in last, and the winner isn't in this field. The post draw helps the price. This is another Team Jensen entry, and should be racing at the top of the stack before the last turn. Could beat this crew without emptying the tank despite leaving from the outside post.
7-K T Part E (7/2) playing to Win
7-3-5
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