Race Details
- Race: Frank Arnason Memorial Sire Stakes (Race 3)
- Track: Assiniboia Downs, Winnipeg, MB
- Date: Wednesday, July 2, 2025
- Distance: 6 furlongs (1,200 meters) on dirt
- Purse: $40,000
- Eligibility: 3-Year-Old Manitoba-bred Colts & Geldings
Field Overview – Horses, Jockeys, Trainers & Pedigrees
| Post | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Pedigree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Little Eddie | S. Chadee | Ryan Desjarlais | By Nonios – out of unnamed mare |
| 2 | Silver Jaguar | N. Stephenson | Carlos Moreno | By Going Commando – out of Silver Spree |
| 3 | J L Copper | R. Knights | Tom Gardipy Jr. | By Vengeful Wildcat – out of Spiteofsuccess (by Midshipman) |
| 4 | No Show No Call | R. Ali | Carlos Moreno | By Kentucky Bear – out of She’s Regal (by Going Commando) |
| 5 | Justlemmeatem | D. Bynoe | Devon Gittens | By True Sense – out of Let Me Eat Cake |
| 6 | Moonman Rules | D. Dawkins | Maria Stanford | By Penitent Man – out of Tidy Rules (by Tenpins) |
| 7 | L M Tucker | A. Whitehall | Tom Gardipy Jr. | By Going Commando – out of Miss Tucker |
| 8 | No Magic | S. Belle | Devon Gittens | By Kentucky Bear – out of Magic Bullet |
Horse-by-Horse Analysis
No Show No Call (Post 4)
- Trainer: Carlos Moreno Jockey: Ronald Ali
- Pedigree: By Kentucky Bear, out of stakes-winning mare She’s Regal
- Edge: Dominated this race in 2024 by 12 lengths. Versatile and tactical, with a strong closing kick. The one to beat.
J L Copper (Post 3)
- Trainer: Tom Gardipy Jr. Jockey: Rachaad Knights
- Pedigree: By Vengeful Wildcat, known for producing sprinters
- Edge: Finished third in last year’s edition. Has matured and could improve with pace to chase.
Silver Jaguar (Post 2)
- Trainer: Carlos Moreno Jockey: Neville Stephenson
- Pedigree: By Going Commando, a top Manitoba sire
- Edge: Has shown flashes of speed. Could be a pace factor or hang on for a minor share.
Moonman Rules (Post 6)
- Trainer: Maria Stanford Jockey: Dane Dawkins
- Pedigree: By Penitent Man, a lesser-known regional sire
- Edge: Surprised with a runner-up finish in 2024 at 25/1. May be overlooked again.
Justlemmeatem (Post 5)
- Trainer: Devon Gittens Jockey: Damario Bynoe
- Pedigree: By True Sense, a developing local sire
- Edge: Scratched last year. Lightly raced and could be a wildcard if fit.
Betting Tips & Predictions
- Top Pick: No Show No Call – Defending champ with elite pedigree and proven class.
- Value Play: J L Copper – Improving colt with upside and strong connections.
- Exotic Threat: Moonman Rules – Could repeat last year’s surprise finish.
Suggested Wagers:
- Win: #4 No Show No Call
- Exacta Box: 3-4-6
- Trifecta: 4-3-6
