Let ’em Run is breaking down races at some new venues, and we will continue to expand our horizons with a variety of tracks, as we listen to what our viewers and readers have to say.

We are breaking down interesting races at Laurel Park and Turfway Park (a little nighttime action) that will be run on Saturday. Then we turn our attention to Aqueduct on Saturday, where there is The Remsen Gr2, a Kentucky Derby prep, and the signature race…The Cigar Mile.

Saturday Roundup Reminder

Be sure to tune into the Saturday “Let ’em Run Roundup” at 12:30 where we will bring even more insight after any scratches and other changes. So catch us this weekend on multiple streaming apps and social channels!!

Saturday 12/6 — Laurel Park

Race 6 — 2:23 EST — The Maryland Juvenile — 125K — 7 Furlongs (Dirt)
Some talented 2 y.o.’s line up for this race, at the always tricky distance for young runners at 7 furlongs. I am going to lean on #3 Sometime 9-2. Was ambitiously placed in the Iroquois against some of the best milers in the division. Breeding out of Take Charge Indy, who came in 1st at The Florida Derby and The Clark Handicap, so the talent is there. The #4 Biker Bailey 4-1 came out of a Md 20k, but took over the field and posted a 70 BSF. Could go to the front and not look back.
Bet = $10 Ex Box 3,4 = $20

Saturday 12/6 — Turfway Park

Race 7 — 8:55 EST — The Boone County — 125K — 1 ¼ (Synthetic)
Big field to choose from gives us plenty of options and value to boot. Jockey Fernando De La Cruz hops aboard #10 Swift Delivery 5-1, 1 of 2 Mark Casse entrants. A failed turf experiment, in between two Gr3 races on synthetic, make this horse the one to beat. Tough post, but De La Cruz can work out a trip and close on the field. The #1 Funtastic Again 5-1, is the horse for course and surface. Has ran in a steady diet of 6 Graded races last 6x, and now gets relief and a good post to go to the front. Jockey Gerado Corrales is very familiar with this runner.

Saturday 12/6 — Aqueduct (Races 7–11)

Race 7 — 2:11 EST — Alw 88K N1X — 1 Mile (Dirt)

Nice start to the late P5 for Let ’em Run, with a big field of 12 runners. Hard to look past #6 Life and Times 8-5. As a student of pace figures, this runner has an early pace figure of 142!! Out of Justify, and 2nd time out runners for that sire often improve…scary. Likely to have some company up front, but just too fast.
Bet = P5 = 6 / All / All / 6 / 2 = $78 (based on current entries)

Race 8 — 2:39 EST — The NY Stallion Series — 500K (Fillies) — 7 Furlongs (Dirt)

Another full field of 2 y.o. fillies running at 7 furlongs. Going with #12 Daniella Marie 6-1, the entry for the “other Chad”… trainer Chad Summers, who is heating up and excellent with 2.y.o’s. Jockey Kendrick Caramouche stays on, and never really asked her in last, when she won by 9 ¼ lengths. Likely post time fave #10 Hot Currency 7-2, looking to improve with stud jockey Flavian Prat retaining the mount.

Race 9 — 3:08 EST — The Remsen Gr2 — 250K — 1 ⅛ (Dirt)

Kentucky Derby prep race, with 12 runners ready to go. The #11 Talkin 5-1 for trainer Danny Gargan is my top choice. Gargan is looking to hit the Derby trail again with a good one here, out of top Sire Good Magic. Runner beat Further Ado in Maiden, and that runner is labeled as a Derby favorite, so why not this guy. Jockey Kendrick Caramouche has options from a tough post, with interesting Brisnet early and late pace figures both high, and nearly the same (early 106 / late 102). Once again the Flavian Prat runner #2 Paladin 3-1 will get much deserved attention.

Race 10 — 3:37 EST — The Cigar Mile Gr2 — 500K — 1 Mile (Dirt)

Really can’t see anyone beating the fast and talented #6 Phileas Fogg 8-5. Two new wrinkles; with blinkers going on and jockey Joel Rosario taking the mount. Trainer Rodriguez Gustavo gave him a break pointing to this race, and said “it’s showtime“; when asked how he was doing!!

Two notes per Brisnet, lone E speed, and best pace to the 6 furlong distance, by a lot. So should have company early, but will then pull away to the wire.

Race 11 — The NY Stallion Series — 500K — 7 Furlongs

Once again the Big A putting out a big field for bettors. Trainer Butch Reid has #2 Parker Boone 8-5 ready to make some noise. Runner won by 12 ¼ 1st time out and was under wraps early. Naysayers will say “who did he beat”, but runners out of Solomini are often very good, very early. Will have other speed to deal with, but a ground saving post should seal the deal.

Final Notes

Stay tuned as we continue to grow, and tune in on Saturday for our 12:30 Podcast, with scratches and changes affecting our picks. And as the saying goes, Let ‘em Run.

Mark Selby 10-8 Judd Trump (best of 19 Frames)

Mark Selby secured his third UK Championship title at the Barbican in York, holding off a late surge from Judd Trump after a dip in form briefly threatened to turn the final on its head.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter Week 14 with a 7-5 record and first place in the NFC South, but the margin is razor-thin. Carolina (7-6) is surging and waiting for any slip-up. That makes Sunday’s divisional showdown against the rival New Orleans Saints at Raymond James Stadium a must-win for Tampa Bay.

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Key Players to Watch

Quarterback Baker Mayfield continues to lead the Buccaneers’ offense, averaging 216.7 passing yards per game. Rookie running back Bucky Irving has added balance to the attack with 59.6 rushing yards per game. Wide receiver Chris Godwin remains a reliable target, posting 78 yards in last week’s win over Arizona.

For New Orleans, rookie quarterback Tyler Shough has shown flashes, throwing for 239 yards and two touchdowns against Miami. Veteran linebacker Demario Davis anchors the Saints’ defense, ranking among the league leaders in tackles. Utility man Taysom Hill continues to be used in multiple roles, though his production has been limited.

Radio and TV Information

Kickoff is set for Sunday, December 7 at 1:00 p.m. ET from Raymond James Stadium. The game will be broadcast nationally on CBS, with Kevin Harlan and Trent Green on the call. Fans can also listen locally on 98ROCK in Tampa and WWL 105.3 FM/870 AM in New Orleans. Streaming options include NFL+, Fubo, and TuneIn Radio.

What Lies Ahead for the Buccaneers

The Buccaneers are chasing their fourth straight NFC South title, a feat that would cement their dominance in the division. With three straight divisional games ahead (Saints, Falcons, Panthers), Tampa Bay controls its destiny. A win over New Orleans would set the stage for a pivotal showdown against Carolina, which has emerged as a surprising contender.

Head Coach Todd Bowles emphasized the importance of turnovers: “Any time we play them, it’s always who wins the turnover battle – every time”. If the Bucs can execute cleanly and keep Mayfield healthy, they remain favorites to secure another division crown and a playoff berth.