Due to the lack of entries, Vernon Downs has cancelled racing on Friday, May 12th. The Saturday, May 13th (6:45 pm, post) and Sunday, May 14th (1:05 pm, post) race cards will go as planned. Thanks for supporting Vernon Downs and choosing IdaBet.com!

Thursday’s Lock goes to Hawthorne raceway Race:3 #5-Phyllis Jean. This team in top form will win this race for Driver Casey Leonard.”Lock it up” IdaBet.com players! Yesterday’s Lock WON making Howard the Lock’s record a solid 54 of 88 wins with 17 seconds and 5 thirds.

Hump Day “Lock” goes to Rosecroft Raceway: Race 7 #6-Toms Tarzan will be looking for Jane as he finishes 1st for driver Brian Burton. Yesterday’s lock finished 3rd making the record of Howard the Lock 53 of 87 with 17 seconds and 5 thirds. Thanks for choosing IdaBet.com!

Monday’s Lock is Western Fair: Race 2 #3-Doyoubelievemenow was parked last week and will wire this field for Colin Kelly. Yesterday’s lock lost making Howard the Lock’s record 53 of 85 wins with 17 seconds and 4 thirds. Thanks for choosing IdaBet.com!

Sunday’s Lock goes to Pompano Park: Race 6 #7-All Star Fame.  This horse is an All Star for leading driver Wally Hennessey. Yesterday’s Lock …drum roll please…WON again making it 8 in a row for Howard the Lock! Season record is 53 of 84 wins, with 17 seconds and 4 thirds. “Lock it up” IdaBet.com players!

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Friday’s “Lock” goes to Freehold: Race 7 #2 Gimmesomeroom, will not need much room as he romps in here for Andy Miller! Thursday’s Lock ….Yes…drum roll please…WON again! This makes it 6 wins in a row for Howard the Lock whose record now stands at a cool 51 of 82 wins with 17 seconds and 4 ...

Thursday’s “Lock” goes to Plainridge Raceway: Race 3 #3:  I’ll have another, will have “Another” win after this race for driver Kevin Switzer Jr. Yesterday’s “Lock” WON again, making it 5 wins in a row.  Howard the Lock’s record now stands at 50 of 81 wins with 17 seconds and 4 thirds. Use the “Lock” pick ...

We wanted to let our IdaBet.com players know that due to inclement weather, Delta Downs has cancelled their card for tonight.  Please remember that it is IdaMatch Wednesday and be sure to play all the eligible tracks for your chance to win up to $500.  Details found here Thank you for choosing IdaBet.com.

Hump Day Lock goes to Buffalo Race #5 #1 and 1A; Two for the price as one!  Both are in top form and the 1 or 1a will win this hump day “Lock”! Yesterday’s Lock won again making it 4 WINS in a Row for Howard the Lock! Season Record stands at 49 of 80 wins ...

Please note these final program changes for Will Rogers Downs for May 2, 2017. Race 4 – Number 3 – Horse Colonel Jan – Ownership Change:  James E. and Marilyn Helzer Race 8 – Number 9 – Horse Gospel Key Purr – SCRATCH Race 9 – Number 8 – Horse Midnight Linger – SCRATCH

Todays “Lock” is back to Northfield Park: Race 3 #1 Stride of Pride.  This should be a no contest for driver Jason Merriman. Use this “Lock” in exacta’s and tri’s and cash some tickets. Yesterday’s “Lock” WON making Howard the Lock’s record a cool 48 of 79 wins with 17 seconds and 4 thirds. Thanks for choosing IdaBet.com!

Monday’s Lock goes back to Western Fair: Race 2 #5-Pauly Wally, beaten favorite will redeem tonight with a trip to the winners circle! Yesterday’s Lock WON Again, making Howard the Lock’s record a nice 47 of 78 wins with 17 seconds and 4 thirds. Use his “Lock” in exacta’s and tri’s and count on winning withdrawals! Thanks ...

Sunday’s Lock goes to Harrahs Philadelphia Race 2 #2:  Sippin on Suds, driven by Top driver Yannick Gingras will roll on to the winners circle. Saturday’s Lock won! Making Howard the Lock’s record 46 of 77 wins with 17 seconds and 4 thirds. Thanks for playing everyone and for choosing IdaBet.com!

Races are being cancelled at Will Rogers Downs for Saturday, April 29th.  Racing will resume on Monday, May 1st with a 1:05PM Post. Thanks for choosing IdaBet.com!

Saturday’s “Lock” goes to Buffalo Raceway: Race 3 #1 Saint William A.  In top form now and has the rail for driver Larry Stalbum. Yesterday’s Lock lost making Howard the Lock’s record 45 of 76 wins with 17 seconds and 4 thirds. Lock it up IdaBet players and thanks for choosing us as your way to play ...

Live racing returns to Belmont Park on April 28 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival June 8-10 ELMONT, N.Y. – Featuring the third annual Belmont Stakes Racing Festival, itself anchored by the 149th renewal of the Grade 1, $1.5 million Belmont Stakes on Saturday, June 10, live thoroughbred racing returns to Belmont Park on Friday, April 28 for its ...

Thursday’s Lock goes to Plainridge Race #5: 4 Modern Yankee.  He looks to be in a class of his own for driver Jimmy Whittemore. “Lock it up” IdaBet.com players and cash in! Yesterday’s Lock finished 3rd. making Howard the Lock’s record an incredible 45 of 74 wins with 16 seconds and 4 thirds. Thanks for choosing IdaBet.com!

The Hump Day Lock goes to Western Fair: Race 7 #5 Emperor.  This horse should go down the road to the finish line for hot driver Bob Mcclure. Yesterday’s Lock WON making Howard the Lock’s record 45 of 73 wins with 16 seconds and 3 thirds. Thanks for choosing IdaBet.com!

Today Will Rogers will host two Stake Races; Race 5 is the TRAO Classic Sprint (Purse $55,000) with a field of 5 Horses.  Going a distance of 6 Furlongs  Post Time 2:53 PM (CST)  This race includes “Welder” who has won his last three races. Race 9 is the 2nd Running of the Will Rogers Handicap ...

Tuesday’s Lock goes to Northfield Park Race 12 #2  – How are yee John.  This horse will handle this field for driver Ryan Stahl. Monday’s Lock Won making Howard the Lock’s record an incredible 44 0f 72 wins with 16 seconds and 3 thirds. Lock it up IdaBet players and thanks for choosing us as your way ...

Today’s Lock goes to Northfield Park Race 3 #1-Kirthy Dream – In top form and will handle this group! Lock it up IdaBet players and take a look at these suggestions by Howard the Lock – he continues to be hot!  

Sunday’s “Lock” goes to Pompano Park Race 2 #4 – Regalanthropist – has speed to burn for Wally Hennessey. Yesterday’s lock lost making Howard the Lock’s record 43 of 71 wins with 16 seconds and 3 thirds. Thanks for choosing IdaBet.com and enjoy your Sunday!

Saturday’s Lock goes to Flamboro Raceway Race 10 # 5 – Get Decked.  The other horses here will get decked trying to beat this easy winner. Bob Mcclure Drives. “Lock it up” Yesterday’s Lock WON again, making Howard the Lock’s record 43 of 70 wins with 16 seconds and 3 thirds. Improve your bankroll and churn some withdrawable ...

Stonestreet Stables, Susan Magnier, Michael Tabor and Derrick Smith’s Stanford heads a field of eight runners as he attempts to defend his title in the $1,250,000 Charles Town Classic (G2) this Saturday at Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. The 1 1/8 mile Charles Town Classic will be the eleventh race on the 13 race ...

Team IdaBet is pleased to share information on the Charles Town Classic for tomorrow, April 22nd.  Stanford heads a field of eight runners as he attempts to defend his title in the $1,250,000 Charles Town Classic (G2) this Saturday, April 22ndat Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races.  The 11/8 mile Charles Town Classic will be the eleventh ...

Friday’s Lock goes back to Western Fair: Race 4 #2 Good Luck Kathy.  No luck needed here as this horse will be first at the finish line for leading driver Bob Mcclure. Howard the Lock’s season record is 42 of 69 wins with 16 seconds and 3 thirds. Happy Friday everyone and thanks for choosing IdaBet.com!

Thursday’s Lock goes to Yonkers Raceway: Race 12 #5 – Kamwood Laughter N.  Class, speed and form will bring this horse into the winners circle. Daniel Dube Steers. Yesterday’s Lock won again making Howard the Lock’s record an incredible 42 of 68 wins with 16 seconds and 3 thirds. IdaBet players – “lock it up”!

Team IdaBet is pleased to offer our players a peek at Yonker’s card for Thursday, April 20th by Frank Drucker, Publicity Director. Listed below are some insights into Thursday’s racing program for your wagering consideration: 1ST RACE – (3) DIRTY DEVIL returns after a trio of fruitless Pocono performances. Has win as local bottom claimer and nodded ...

Today’s Hump Day “Lock” goes to Western Fair: Race 1 #5-Gym Class Star has the rail and leading driver Bob Mcclure.  They should beat this field and be the “star” of this group. Yesterday’s Lock Won again! Making Howard the Lock’s record a smoking hot 42 of 68 with 16 seconds and 3 thirds! Lock it up ...

Today’s “Lock” goes to Pompano Park Race 7: #1 Carmens Best has new driver Wally Hennessey and the rail to power its way to an easy victory! Yesterday’s Lock finished 2nd, making Howard the Lock’s record an ongoing phenomenon of 41 of 67 wins with 16 seconds and 3 thirds. “Lock it up” IdaBet players and cash ...

Monday’s Lock is back at Northfield Park: Race 1 #5 Art’s Delight.  Driver Ronnie Wrenn will have this horse on the engine for a wire to wire win! Saturday’s Lock won making Howard the Lock’s record a smoking hot 41 of 66 wins with 15 seconds and 3 thirds. Thanks for choosing IdaBet.com!

Team IdaBet is pleased to share from the “Ayers Above”, picks for Monday’s card at Northfield Park. MONDAY EVENING, APRIL 17 Race 1: 5- Art’s Delight – Was a winner two starts back and could roll again tonight. 4- Major Stone – Drops in class and looks to be tough in here. 1- Movin’ N Shakin’ – ...

Saturday’s Lock goes back to Northfield Park: Race 12 – #6-Olivia V.  This horse is in top form and going for 3 in a row for TOP Driver Aaron Merriman. Friday’s lock lost making Howard the Lock’s record 40 of 65-with 15 seconds and 3 thirds. Good luck at the races and thanks for choosing IdaBet.com!

A PEEK AT THE PROGRAM–SATURDAY, APRIL 15 BY FRANK DRUCKER, Publicity Director, Empire City @ Yonkers Raceway Some insights into tonight’s racing program. (an early Happy Easter, and a reminder we are dark for simulcasting tomorrow) 1ST RACE – (6) GYSPY LEATHER leaves the land of the claimers into an ‘open opener,’ where he’s gonna need ...

Today’s Lock goes to  Harrahs Philadelphia Race 10:  #6 Major Syn has major class advantage here and has beaten the favorite.  He will get the job done today for driver Andrew Mccarthy. Yesterday’s Lock ran 2nd making Howard the Lock’s record 40 of 64 wins with 15 seconds and 3 thirds. Howard’s picks are “Lockin it up” ...

Thursday’s “Lock” goes to Saratoga Race 1: #4-Tiara has the back class and speed to beat this field and Frank Coppola Jr drives. Hump Day “Lock” Won again making it 4 in a row for the incredibly talented Howard the Lock.  Howard’s season record of 40 of 63 wins with 14 seconds and 3 thirds makes ...

Team IdaBet is please to offer our players information from the New York Racing Association regarding the Double Pick 6 Carryover on Thursday! OZONE PARK, N.Y. – Horseplayers will be greeted with a two-day Pick 6 carryover of $81,687 on Thursday’s live racing program at Aqueduct Racetrack. On Wednesday, favorites carried three of the six legs of ...

The Hump Day “Lock” goes to Western Fair: Race 3 #1 Lisa on Top.  Use this horse on top with your tri’s and exacta’s and you will be on top with winning withdrawal$! Yesterday’s “Lock” won again making Howard the Lock’s season record an incredible 39 of 62 wins with 14 seconds and 3 thirds. Way to ...

Tuesday’s Lock goes to Yonkers Raceway: Race 11 #4-Speed It will use his “Speed” to win for top driver David Miller. IdaBet players, we hope you “Lock it up” and enjoy your Tuesday! Monday’s Lock …drumroll please…WON…making Howard the Lock’s record 38 of 61 WINS with 14 seconds and 3 thirds. Impressive! Thank you Howard for providing your ...

Monday’s Lock goes back to Northfield Park: Race 6:#1-Walltocousins – A drop and pop for driver Ronnie Wrenn Jr.  “Lock it up” IdaBet players and good luck tonight at Northfield Park! Sunday’s Lock WON again making Howard the Lock’s record a sparkling 37 of 60 wins with 14 seconds and 3 thirds. Go Howard! Thanks for choosing ...

Sunday’s Lock goes to POCONO Downs Race 9: #4-Ogden Blue Chip aas the speed to go wire to wire as Anthony Napolitano steers. Yesterday’s “Lock” ran 2nd making Howard the Lock’s record 36 of 60 wins with 15 seconds and 3 thirds. Have a great weekend everyone and thanks for choosing IdaBet.com!

Team IdaBet is pleased to offer the following from a Stronach Group release: The world’s richest race is set to get richer. The Stronach Group announced Wednesday that the Pegasus World Cup Invitational, which boasted a $12 million purse this year for its inaugural running, will have a $16 million purse in 2018. The 2018 Pegasus World ...

Saturday’s “Lock” goes to Flamboro Downs:  Race 3 #4- Tiguan Seelster has power and speed which should equal victory for Bob Mcclure. Friday’s Lock ran 2nd making Howard the Lock’s record 36 of 59 wins with 14 seconds and 3 thirds. IdaBet players, lock it up and churn some winning withdrawals! Thanks for choosing IdaBet.com!

IdaBet is pleased to offer our players who love the international content of New Zealand & Australian racing some insight on Saturday. Stephen Marsh will be hoping a new look Sofia Rosa can deliver a sharper performance at Te Rapa on Saturday. The Group One-winning mare will sport blinkers for the first time when she steps out ...

IdaBet is pleased to offer our players the track tips for Sunland Park.  We hope you will direct some of your play their way! TIPS BY ERIC ALWAN FRIDAY, APR. 7, 2017 1 st BIG DADDYS VALENTINE – Goes for second win of career. DADDYS LEADER – Beaten favorite in trials. BIG DADDYS WINNER – Fast filly ...

Friday’s Lock goes to Buffalo Raceway:  Race 3 – #1 Halton Hurricane has the Rail and top driver Jim Morrill Jr. will steer this horse to victory is the prediction of Howard the Lock. Don’t dismiss Howard’s prowess with his Lock picks!  Yesterday’s Lock WON AGAIN making it 7 WINS IN A ROW for our Lockster! ...

Thursday’s Lock goes to Harrah’s Philadelphia: Race 12 #5 Aplomb Hanover is driven by Andy Miller.  This horse will reach the winner’s circle making “The Lock” 7 wins in a row! Hump Day “Lock” WON AGAIN and we hope you played it!  This win makes Howard the Lock season record an incredible 35 of 57 wins ...

Hey there IdaBet players!  Hump Day “Lock” goes to MONTICELLO RACE 2 : The #5-Racintowardadream will be no dream here as this horse will race for the Win. “Lock it up” players and withdraw some winnings! Tuesday’s “Lock” won again making Howard the Lock’s record 34 of 56 wins with 13 seconds and 3 thirds. That’s ...

Tuesday’s “Lock” goes to Howard the Lock’s home track of Northfield Park: Race 12 #3-P L Fighter; no fight here as this horse will win this decision easily and Aaron Merriman drivers. Monday’s Lock won Again and continues a pretty hot streak for Howard the Lock!  Monday’s win makes his record 33 of 55 with 13 ...