Stakes Preview: Jim Thorpe Stakes

The Jim Thorpe Stakes at Remington Park promises an exciting race with a purse of $50,000, including an additional $20,000 from the Oklahoma Bred Program. This one-mile race for three-year-old accredited Oklahoma foals features a competitive field. Here’s an in-depth analysis of the contenders and their chances:

Contenders and Weights

1. Send Off (OK)
   1. Jockey: R E Eramia
   1. Trainer: S N Davidson
   1. Weight: 116 lbs
   1. Morning Line Odds: Not specified
2. Red Mountain (OK)
   1. Jockey: S Elliott
   1. Trainer: S Martin
   1. Weight: 120 lbs
   1. Morning Line Odds: Not specified
3. Mind Bolt (OK)
   1. Jockey: J L Alvarez
   1. Trainer: W B Calhoun
   1. Weight: 122 lbs
   1. Morning Line Odds: Not specified
4. Flat Hanby (OK)
   1. Jockey: F Wethey Jr.
   1. Trainer: B Caster
   1. Weight: 122 lbs
   1. Morning Line Odds: Not specified
5. Whiskey With You (OK)
   1. Jockey: I V Diego
   1. Trainer: R E Cravens III
   1. Weight: 116 lbs
   1. Morning Line Odds: Not specified
6. Mortify (OK)
   1. Jockey: D Cabrera
   1. Trainer: J Castellanos
   1. Weight: 122 lbs
   1. Morning Line Odds: Not specified
7. Okie Smoke (OK)
   1. Jockey: A Triana Jr.
   1. Trainer: J Padilla
   1. Weight: 122 lbs
   1. Morning Line Odds: Not specified

Race Analysis

• Mind Bolt (OK) carries the top weight of 122 lbs, reflecting its strong potential and previous performance. With jockey J L Alvarez and trainer W B Calhoun, this contender is one to watch.
• Flat Hanby (OK) also carries 122 lbs and benefits from the experience of jockey F Wethey Jr. and trainer B Caster, making it a strong competitor in the field.
• Okie Smoke (OK), trained by J Padilla, is another top contender with 122 lbs. The horse’s pedigree and recent performance suggest it will be a formidable participant.
• Send Off (OK) and Whiskey With You (OK), both carrying 116 lbs, are lighter and may have an advantage in terms of agility and speed.
• Red Mountain (OK), with jockey S Elliott and trainer S Martin, is a promising contender with a weight of 120 lbs, offering a good balance between strength and speed.
• Mortify (OK), another heavy contender at 122 lbs, has jockey D Cabrera and trainer J Castellanos, and is expected to perform well given its solid background and breeding.

Breeding and Pedigree Insights

• Send Off (OK): Bred by Colleen Davidson, Sire: Saturday Launch, Dam: Serafina Song (Langfuhr)
• Red Mountain (OK): Bred by Steve Martin, Sire: Sky Mesa, Dam: Deputy’s Whirl (Deputy Slew)
• Mind Bolt (OK): Bred by Clark O. Brewster, Sire: Bolt d’Oro, Dam: Gwithian (Street Sense)
• Flat Hanby (OK): Bred by JT Stables, LLC, Sire: Flat Out, Dam: Jealous Ellis (Ocean Terrace)
• Whiskey With You (OK): Bred by Clark O. Brewster, Sire: Magna Graduate, Dam: Moves Last Sunset (Sahm)
• Mortify (OK): Bred by Mr. & Mrs. Max Kenneth Thomas Jr., Sire: Flat Out, Dam: Dame Fortune (Into Mischief)
• Okie Smoke (OK): Bred by Richter Family Trust, Sire: Caleb’s Posse, Dam: Okie Smokey (Cavvy)

Strategic Considerations

• Weights and Allowances: High weights are preferred, and preference is given to the highest lifetime earnings of horses with equal weights, based on Equibase statistics.
• Performance Metrics: Non-winners of significant prize amounts in 2024 are given allowances, potentially leveling the playing field for less experienced horses.

Final Thoughts

The Jim Thorpe Stakes at Remington Park will be an intriguing race with a blend of seasoned contenders and up-and-coming talent. Each horse brings a unique set of strengths, and their performance will be influenced by jockey strategy, pedigree, and recent form. With the stakes high and competitive field, it promises to be an exciting event.