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Albuquerque Picks & Predictions — June 26, 2026

Friday, June 26, 202615 racesAlbuquerque

It's an all-trial day at Albuquerque — 15 races, every single one at 400 yards on the dirt, with a field of quarter horses looking to punch their tickets forward. That kind of card is pure speed, start to finish, and today's conditions couldn't set it up better.

Clear skies and 85°F at post time means a fast, consistent surface all afternoon. No weather variables to wrestle with, no excuse for a slow clock — these horses are going to run, and the times are going to be honest. That matters a lot when you're trying to separate a field of evenly-matched sprinters.

With 15 trials on the board, pace scenario goes out the window — every race is a pure gate-to-wire rocket. Today's edge comes down to TrackWiz ratings, morning line value, and knowing which horses carry the best raw speed numbers into the gate.

Best Bets

Race 1

6:00 PM EDT

Trial · 400 yd · Dirt

Three horses separate themselves from the pack in this 400-yard trial opener, with a clear top tier and a wide gap to the rest of the field — this one sets up as a competitive battle among the top three rated runners.

win8Valiant SassML 5/2

Valiant Sass tops our TrackWiz ratings at 87.81 and comes in as the morning-line favorite at 5/2 — a number that looks justified given the edge she holds over the field. Jockey Roman Cruz gets the call for trainer Dee Keener, and the 33% career win rate adds a layer of credibility that most horses in this trial field simply can't match. In a race where most runners carry a zero in the win column, that proven ability to finish first is a significant differentiator. She's our strongest opinion in Race 1.

place5A Noble CowgirlML 7/2

A Noble Cowgirl rates out at 84.29 — second-best in the field — and carries a 33% career win rate to complement a morning line of 7/2. Trainer S. Trey Wood sends her out with Ricky Ramirez aboard, and the combination of solid rating and prior winning experience makes her a logical exacta partner with the top pick. If Valiant Sass gets any trouble at the gates, Noble Cowgirl has the talent to capitalize.

show3Hes UnbeatableML 9/2

Hes Unbeatable slots in third on our ratings at 82.01 and opens at 9/2 on the morning line — which represents decent value for an exotic play. Trainer Jason L. Olmstead hands the reins to Ramiro Haro Garcia, and while this horse lacks a career win on record, the rating puts him solidly above the mid-field pack. He's the logical third wheel in a tri or exacta box with the top two.

Race 2

6:25 PM EDT

Trial · 400 yd · Dirt

A heavy top pick towers over this Trial field on ratings, but a pair of horses with legitimate win experience add intrigue — and one morning-line overlay with a 100% win rate could complicate things at the windows.

win4Tellem Im in the 918ML 7/2

Tellem Im in the 918 earns the top TrackWiz rating in Race 2 at an impressive 86.35, and trainer Dee Keener sends him out with Roman Cruz in the irons — the same jockey-trainer tandem we like in Race 1. That consistency from the barn is worth noting. Despite carrying a 7/2 morning line, the rating gap between this horse and the next contenders is meaningful, and he's our clear top selection in this trial.

place6Especially PerryML 3/1

Especially Perry is an interesting horse — she opens at 3/1 on the morning line and carries a 100% career win rate, which means every time she's hit the track, she's won. Trainer S. Trey Wood saddles her with Ricky Ramirez, the same rider he trusts with A Noble Cowgirl in Race 1. The win rate is eye-catching, though it should be noted the sample may be small; still, perfect is perfect, and she's a natural fit in the exacta.

show3Cowboys Love WineML 9/2

Cowboys Love Wine rounds out the TrackWiz selections at 9/2 on the morning line, backed by a 50% career win rate — one of the stronger win percentages in this field. Trainer John A. Stinebaugh keeps the mount on Gilberto Linares, who is active throughout tonight's card. The combination of winning pedigree and fair morning-line odds makes this horse a solid show bet and a worthy inclusion in any tri ticket.

Race 3

6:50 PM EDT

Trial · 400 yd · Dirt

Lethal Wind looks like a potential steamroller in this 400-yard trial, drawing near-chalk odds while carrying the highest TrackWiz rating in the race — but the 8/1 secondary pick offers a surprisingly deep value angle for exotic bettors.

win1Lethal WindML 7/5

Lethal Wind opens as the 7/5 morning-line favorite and backs that up with a field-best TrackWiz rating of 89.42 — a significant margin over the rest of the field. Trainer Wesley T. Giles gives the call to Noe Garcia Jr., who is one of the busier riders on tonight's card. In a trial setting where gate speed is paramount, this horse appears to have the raw ability to handle the trip comfortably and punch a ticket to the final.

place6Bp PricelessML 8/1

Bp Priceless is the most interesting secondary play on the card, opening at 8/1 despite a TrackWiz rating of 72.14 — by far the second-best figure in this race. Trainer Dee Keener, who we like throughout the card, gives the call to Roman Cruz. There's a meaningful gap between Bp Priceless and the third-rated horse in this field, so while she may not catch the heavy favorite, the place spot looks like a solid opportunity at morning-line value.

show3Fearless FamilyML 7/2

Fearless Family brings a 100% career win rate into this field, which immediately makes her stand out from a field full of horses with zeros in that column. Trainer John A. Stinebaugh sends her out at 7/2 with Gilberto Linares, who is one of the more active jockeys on the card tonight. The winning experience is the real sell here — she knows how to finish, and that matters in a sprint trial where only fractions of a second separate the field.

Three races are open to all TrackWiz readers today, and they give us a solid cross-section of the card. Lethal Wind in Race 3 is the headliner — an 89.42 TrackWiz rating is the highest mark among the free picks, and the 7/5 morning line says the market agrees. When our top-rated horse is also the crowd's choice, that's alignment worth trusting on a fast, unbiased track like this one.

Race 1 gives us Valiant Sass at 5/2 (rated 87.81) and Race 2 features Tellem Im in the 918 at 7/2 (rated 86.35) — a little more value in the morning line if you're looking to stretch your bankroll early. All three free picks sit within a tight three-point rating window, so don't expect any blowouts. In 400-yard trials, margins are razor thin, and a clean break out of the gate can be the whole ballgame.

Full Card Analysis

Race 4

7:15 PM EDT

Trial · 400 yd · Dirt

This trial features a dominant favorite who stands head and shoulders above a field that struggles to find a clear second contender — the real question is who shows up to challenge for the place and show spots.

win7El Huracano VML 3/2

El Huracano V is the horse to beat at 3/2 on the morning line, and a TrackWiz rating of 89.27 — tops in the field by a wide margin — justifies the short price. Trainer Raymond G. Valerio sends him out with Francisco Calderon in the irons, and a 33% career win rate gives this runner legitimate credibility among the trial starters tonight. In a field where no other horse rates above 57, he's essentially in a class of his own.

place5BreezingML 3/1

Breezing draws the 3/1 morning line and tops the secondary tier with a TrackWiz rating of 56.67 — not elite by any measure, but clear-cut second-best in this race. Trainer Ramon Mendoza saddles him with Jose Luis Enriquez, and in a race where the favorite is likely to control the outcome, Breezing's consistency in the ratings makes him the most logical place horse on the ticket.

show1Kj BigbadleroybrownML 9/2

Kj Bigbadleroybrown opens at 9/2 and rates out at 54.17 — third in the field and within striking distance of the place horse on the ratings scale. Trainer Wesley T. Giles hands the call to Noe Garcia Jr., who is one of tonight's most active jockeys and brings strong knowledge of the track conditions. As a show bet in a trial dominated by the favorite, the 9/2 morning line offers reasonable value for those building an exacta or trifecta.

Race 5

7:40 PM EDT

Trial · 400 yd · Dirt

Unblemished V looks like the dominant force in Race 5, but a pair of secondary contenders rated well above the bottom half of the field give this trial some genuine structure beyond the favorite.

win2Unblemished VML 8/5

Unblemished V carries the top TrackWiz rating in Race 5 at 89.12, and trainer Raymond G. Valerio sends her out at 8/5 on the morning line with Francisco Calderon back in the irons — the same rider he trusts with El Huracano V in Race 4. The 66% career win rate is one of the standout figures on tonight's entire card and suggests this runner converts at an elite clip. This is a horse that wins more than she loses, and the morning line accurately reflects her standing in this field.

place8Bp Ck 123ML 9/2

Bp Ck 123 rates second in the field at 68.70 — a clear step below the favorite but a noticeable step above the rest of the pack. Trainer Dee Keener puts Roman Cruz aboard at 9/2 on the morning line, maintaining the jockey-trainer partnership that appears throughout tonight's card. If Unblemished V handles her end of the bargain, Bp Ck 123 profiles as the natural place finisher with legitimate rating separation from the bottom half.

show6Woos Favorite CartelML 8/1

Woos Favorite Cartel opens at 8/1 and rates third in this field at 59.54 — a modest but meaningful cushion above the midpack horses. Trainer Jaime Dominguez sends him out with Jose Luis Enriquez, and while the horse has no career wins on record, the rating justifies at minimum a show inclusion on exotic tickets. At 8/1, there's some value if the top two hold their spots and he sneaks into the exotics.

Race 6

8:05 PM EDT

Trial · 400 yd · Dirt

Race 6 is one of the tightest races on the card — the top three rated horses are separated by fewer than three rating points, making this a genuine pick-em among the top contenders.

win6Rr Favorite JewelML 3/1

Rr Favorite Jewel is our top selection at 3/1 on the morning line, leading the field with a TrackWiz rating of 56.67 and a 50% career win rate that stands out in this competitive group. Trainer Kash Reed sends her out with Francisco Calderon, and that win rate is a real differentiator in a field where most horses have never crossed the wire first. In a tight-rated race, we'll take the horse with the proven winning instinct.

place2Y It EarpML 7/2

Y It Earp draws a 7/2 morning line and rates just a hair below the top pick at 55.83 — the difference between these two horses on the ratings scale is essentially a coin flip. Trainer Marc E. Jungers gives the call to Edwin G. Escobedo, who is active across tonight's card. In such a compressed rating cluster, Y It Earp is a natural exacta partner and shouldn't be dismissed as a potential win candidate either.

show3HardtokissML 9/2

Hardtokiss rounds out our picks at 9/2 on the morning line with a rating of 54.17 — third in the field and within the same tight cluster as the top two. Trainer Joel J. Gonzales gives the mount to Oscar Andrade Jr., and while there's no career win on the ledger, the competitive rating in what is essentially a dead heat among the top three makes this horse a sensible inclusion on tri tickets. The 9/2 morning line adds a touch of value.

Race 7

8:30 PM EDT

Trial · 400 yd · Dirt

Miss American enters as a clear class standout in this trial, sporting a TrackWiz rating that dwarfs the second-best horse by nearly 30 points — but a pair of interesting secondary runners with winning pedigrees add some depth to the exotics.

win7Miss AmericanML 7/2

Miss American draws a 7/2 morning line that might actually be generous given her field-topping TrackWiz rating of 86.35 — a number that blows away the rest of this field. Trainer Jason L. Olmstead gives the call to Ramiro Haro Garcia, an active rider who knows this track well. The rating gap is steep enough that this horse is essentially in a different tier than the field, and we expect her to make that clear at the wire.

place8Jet Two Is ArmedML 3/1

Jet Two Is Armed is an intriguing secondary play — the 100% career win rate is the single most eye-catching stat in this race, and trainer John A. Stinebaugh pairs him with the reliable Gilberto Linares at 3/1 on the morning line. His TrackWiz rating of 56.67 places him second in the field, and while there's a big gap to the top pick, the perfect win rate suggests he knows how to compete when it counts. A natural exacta partner.

show2Jaw BreakkerML 9/2

Jaw Breakker opens at 9/2 and slots in third on our ratings at 54.17, making him a logical show option in a race with a clear top two. Trainer Clinton Crawford sends out Jacob Enriquez, and while this horse doesn't carry win percentage data, the rating gives him a small but clear edge over the mid-pack runners. For those building trifectas in this race, Jaw Breakker is the most defensible choice to fill the third slot.

Race 8

8:55 PM EDT

Trial · 400 yd · Dirt

Race 8 features a 10-horse field with a tight battle at the top between two well-rated runners — this one sets up as a genuine two-horse war with a clear but not overwhelming favorite.

win1Mw WishyouhadaheroML 7/2

Mw Wishyouhadahero tops our TrackWiz ratings in Race 8 at 86.35 and opens at 7/2 on the morning line — a fair price given the quality of the competition. Trainer Rodolfo G. Valles puts Christian Cardenas in the saddle, and the 33% career win rate provides meaningful credibility. The rating matches that of Miss American in Race 7, which tells you this is a legitimately talented runner who deserves respect in what is admittedly a competitive trial.

place2WhatdyathinkofmenowML 3/1

Whatdyathinkofmenow is the clear second choice in this field, rating out at 79.98 — a meaningful gap below the top pick but comfortably ahead of the rest. Trainer John A. Stinebaugh saddles him with Gilberto Linares, a jockey who is one of the busiest on tonight's card and clearly trusted by multiple barns. A 33% career win rate adds to the profile, and at 3/1 on the morning line, this horse offers solid exacta value as the natural complement to the top pick.

show4Cowboys First GinML 9/2

Cowboys First Gin rates third in this 10-horse field at 61.89 and draws a 9/2 morning line from trainer Daniel R. Ruiz Amaya, with Luis Martinez getting the mount. The rating represents a noticeable step below the top two, but an equally noticeable step above the rest of the pack — which is exactly the kind of profile you want in a show pick. He's a logical bottom end of a trifecta without overextending your ticket.

Race 9

9:20 PM EDT

Trial · 400 yd · Dirt

Race 9 is one of the tightest-rated races on tonight's card — the top three picks are separated by fewer than three points, and no horse in the field has a career win on record, making this a true wide-open trial.

win9Van PeltML 3/1

Van Pelt gets the nod as our top pick in Race 9 despite a field where ratings are extremely compressed at the top. He rates at 56.67 and opens at 3/1 on the morning line, with trainer Clinton Crawford sending out Jacob Enriquez — a jockey who is handling multiple mounts tonight and is clearly a trusted pair of hands in this stable. In a race this tight, the morning line and rating edge are the best tools we have, and Van Pelt holds both.

place5AnticaML 7/2

Antica rates just a sliver below the top pick at 55.83 and comes in at 7/2 on the morning line, handled by Noe Garcia Jr. for trainer Wesley T. Giles. Garcia is one of the more active jockeys tonight, and Giles has multiple competitive runners across the card. In a race this close on the ratings, Antica is essentially a co-pick and should be included in all win/place combinations.

show3Eclipse RarityML 8/1

Eclipse Rarity rounds out the ticket at 8/1 on the morning line — a touch of value in a race where the top three are bunched so tightly. Trainer Dee Keener puts Roman Cruz aboard, maintaining that partnership that appears throughout tonight's card. A rating of 53.86 puts this horse just below the top two but meaningfully ahead of the rest of the field, making her a legitimate show option and a valuable exotic inclusion at a slight overlay price.

Race 10

9:45 PM EDT

Trial · 400 yd · Dirt

Tater Hill Senator crashes this 10-horse field with the highest TrackWiz rating on the card among the secondary contenders, setting up what looks like a two-horse show at the top — though the morning-line gap tells an interesting story.

win10Tater Hill SenatorML 3/1

Tater Hill Senator draws the 10-post in a 10-horse field but that's the only thing working against this runner — a TrackWiz rating of 87.08 and a 66% career win rate make him the standout selection in Race 10. Trainer Clinton Crawford sends out Jacob Enriquez, and two wins in three career starts is elite production by any measure. At 3/1 on the morning line, the price is fair for a horse that converts at this clip.

place5Mr RooseveltML 7/2

Mr Roosevelt is an intriguing secondary play — he carries a 33% career win rate and a TrackWiz rating of 83.29, putting him clearly in the top tier of this field. Trainer John A. Stinebaugh gives the call to Gilberto Linares, who rides multiple horses tonight for this barn. At 7/2 on the morning line, the odds are reasonable for a horse with real winning experience, and he's a natural exacta partner with the top selection.

show2Bonita Sin TachaML 9/2

Bonita Sin Tacha opens at 9/2 and rates third in this field at 62.40 — a sizable gap below the top two but enough separation above the rest to justify inclusion in the exotics. Trainer Zackary Stinebaugh sends her out with Gabriel Medrano, and while she hasn't broken her maiden on record, the rating suggests underlying quality that trial conditions could help unlock. A solid show bet in a race with two clear leaders above her.

Race 11

10:10 PM EDT

Trial · 400 yd · Dirt

Konklusiv is the dominant figure in Race 11 — she leads the field in ratings AND carries a perfect win record, making this as close to a standout pick as you'll find on tonight's card — though Cartier provides a legitimate secondary threat.

win2KonklusivML 9/5

Konklusiv is the horse of the night in Race 11 — a field-best TrackWiz rating of 88.83 combined with a 100% career win rate makes her as compelling a selection as we'll find on tonight's card. Trainer Juan L. Vazquez sends her out at just 9/5 on the morning line with James A. Flores in the saddle. Every time this horse has raced, she's won — that's a statement you can't ignore, and we'll back her confidently here.

place7CartierML 7/2

Cartier rates second in this field at 83.32 and brings a 25% career win rate to the table — which puts him in the conversation despite the gap to the top pick. Trainer Jason L. Olmstead pairs him with Ramiro Haro Garcia, a consistent rider throughout tonight's card. At 7/2 on the morning line, Cartier is priced reasonably for a horse that has demonstrated the ability to finish, and he's the logical exacta complement to the heavy favorite.

show5A Political AssassinML 6/1

A Political Assassin opens at 6/1 and carries a 50% career win rate — one of the stronger win percentages in the field outside the top two. Trainer John A. Stinebaugh trusts Gilberto Linares with this mount, and the combination of solid win rate and competitive morning line makes this horse a value play in the show spot. For trifecta bettors, the 6/1 morning line means there's real upside if she fills the third slot.

Race 12

10:35 PM EDT

Trial · 400 yd · Dirt

Tymetogojoe leads the ratings in Race 12, but this is a race where a horse with a 100% win rate and another with a 66% win rate are lurking at juicy enough prices to make the exotics genuinely interesting.

win8TymetogojoeML 7/2

Tymetogojoe carries the field-best TrackWiz rating in Race 12 at 86.35 and backs it up with a 66% career win rate — two out of every three starts ending in victory is elite production. Trainer Jason L. Olmstead gives the call to Ramiro Haro Garcia, who is clearly one of the more trusted riders on this card. At 7/2 on the morning line, this horse represents solid value relative to his credentials, and we're happy to make him our top selection.

place10Mw Bcause Im On FireML 9/2

Mw Bcause Im On Fire opens at 9/2 and carries a 33% career win rate alongside a TrackWiz rating of 67.97 — second-best in the field. Trainer Rodolfo G. Valles saddles this runner with Joseph Belloc Jr., and the combination of a winning record and respectable rating makes this horse a natural exacta companion. The 9/2 morning line is a fair price for a horse with this kind of win rate, and she's a solid inclusion on all exotic tickets.

show7Lightning FlashML 3/1

Lightning Flash is a fascinating show play — the 100% career win rate stands alone in this field and demands attention even though the TrackWiz rating of 56.67 places this horse third among our selections. Trainer Justin W. Joiner sends out Francisco Calderon at 3/1 on the morning line, and the perfect win record suggests this horse knows how to close. If the top two split the exacta, Lightning Flash has the temperament to sneak into the tri.

Race 13

11:00 PM EDT

Trial · 400 yd · Dirt

Good Can D enters Race 13 as a morning-line overlay worth circling — she tops our ratings and opens at 6/1 despite clear class separation from the field, setting up a potentially lucrative single on what could be a chalky card.

win2Good Can DML 6/1

Good Can D is a genuine value proposition in Race 13 — she leads the field with a TrackWiz rating of 82.71 but opens at 6/1 on the morning line, a price that looks generous relative to her standing in this field. Trainer Jason L. Olmstead sends out Ramiro Haro Garcia, one of the most active and trusted riders on tonight's card. The combination of a significant ratings edge and a morning line that implies she's an overlay makes this a strong single for those building multi-race tickets.

place10Sixes CandyML 9/2

Sixes Candy opens at 9/2 and rates second in the field at 75.05 — a meaningful cushion above the third-rated horse. Trainer Justino Tarin Saenz gives the call to Jesse Lee Levario, and the 33% career win rate adds credibility to what is otherwise a competitive trial field. She's the natural exacta complement to the top pick and is worth including in all multi-horse combinations.

show3Cowgirl Eats FireML 7/2

Cowgirl Eats Fire draws a 7/2 morning line — which makes her an interesting show play given she rates third in the field at 63.85 but is priced shorter than both of our top two selections. Trainer S. Trey Wood deploys Ricky Ramirez, a pairing that appears multiple times tonight. The morning line suggests the public might rank her higher than our ratings do, and in a trial where the margins are thin, that crowd wisdom is worth respecting on the show end.

Race 14

11:25 PM EDT

Trial · 400 yd · Dirt

Cyber Paint sets up as a morning-line overlay worth targeting — the field-best rating comes in at 3/1, which is fair money for a horse with this kind of edge over the competition in a wide-open trial closer.

win3Cyber PaintML 3/1

Cyber Paint leads the field in Race 14 with a TrackWiz rating of 83.71 and opens at 3/1 on the morning line — a price that accurately reflects the edge she holds over the rest of this trial field. Trainer Zackary Stinebaugh hands the mount to Gilberto Linares, who has been one of the busiest riders on the card all night. The 33% career win rate adds meaningful substance to the ratings argument, and this is a horse we're comfortable backing at the win price.

place5Dynastys DashML 7/2

Dynastys Dash is a fascinating secondary play — the 100% career win rate makes her stand out immediately, and trainer Rodolfo G. Valles sends her out with Joseph Belloc Jr. at 7/2 on the morning line. The TrackWiz rating of 55.83 puts her second in the field, but the perfect win record tells you this runner has learned how to get to the wire first. At 7/2, the place price is solid value for a horse with an unblemished record.

show10LiionesssML 9/2

Liionesss opens at 9/2 and brings a 50% career win rate into this field, which immediately puts her among the more credentialed horses in the trial from a results standpoint. Trainer John A. Stinebaugh keeps Gabriel Medrano in the saddle, and while the TrackWiz rating of 54.17 slots her third in the field, the win rate keeps her relevant in the exotics conversation. A natural show bet and tri inclusion at a reasonable morning line.

Race 15

11:50 PM EDT

Trial · 400 yd · Dirt

Gbh Cowboy closes out the card as the most dominant-looking horse of the night — a 75% career win rate combined with a field-best rating makes this the strongest single on the entire program.

win2Gbh CowboyML 9/5

Gbh Cowboy is the horse of the night. A TrackWiz rating of 88.83 — tied for the highest we've seen all evening — combined with a staggering 75% career win rate makes this runner the most compelling selection on the entire card. Trainer Omar Vargas sends him out at just 9/5 on the morning line with Jose Luis Enriquez, and that price might actually be fair given three-in-four career starts have ended in the winner's circle. This is our strongest play of the night, and we'll back him with confidence.

place5Sephora 157ML 7/2

Sephora 157 opens at 7/2 and rates second in the field at 57.72, carrying a 33% career win rate that gives her legitimate credentials in this trial. Trainer Wesley T. Giles teams up with Gabriel Medrano, a pairing that has been active throughout tonight's card. While the gap between Sephora 157 and the dominant top pick is notable on the ratings scale, her win rate makes her the most credible place horse in the field and a natural exacta companion.

show7Jess MaggieML 10/1

Jess Maggie opens at 10/1 on the morning line, which represents a touch of value for a horse who rates third in this field at 55.06. Trainer Jason L. Olmstead gives the call to Ramiro Haro Garcia, who has been one of the most active and trusted jockeys all night long. There's no career win on the ledger, but the rating puts this runner comfortably ahead of the bottom half of the field, and the 10/1 morning line provides solid exotic value if she fills the third spot behind the dominant favorite.

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Bottom line: Lethal Wind is the marquee free play of the day, Valiant Sass and Tellem Im in the 918 offer supporting value in the early races, and the premium card is loaded with high-rated sprinters primed by perfect Albuquerque conditions. Fast track, clear skies, 15 trials — it's a handicapper's sprint festival. Get the full card analysis and exotic breakdowns with a TrackWiz subscription at /pricing. Good luck out there.

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