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Remington Park Picks & Predictions — September 26, 2026

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Race 18Joe's CandyML 5/27:30 PM EDT

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Happy Saturday at Remington Park, where a 10-race card is on tap under partly cloudy skies and a warm 89°F — solid late-September conditions for racing in Oklahoma City. The turf should be in good shape with no rain in the mix, and that's relevant today because three of the ten races run on the green stuff, including the card opener and a mile allowance in Race 5.

The card leans heavily claiming, with six claiming races scattered across the afternoon, but the three allowance spots give us some of the better horses on the grounds — and our TrackWiz ratings reflect it. Race 7's Letta's Legacy draws our highest score of the day at 89.71 and opens at a short 6/5 on the morning line, so if you're building tickets around a banker, she's worth a long look. Race 8 brings another strong allowance field going a flat mile on dirt, with Victory for Vets checking in at 88.54 at 2/1.

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Race 1

7:30 PM EDT

Claiming · 1 mi · Turf

A clear class standout tops this one-mile turf claimer, but there's legitimate secondary talent at overlay prices that makes the exotics worth building.

win8Joe's CandyML 5/2

Joe's Candy (No. 8) carries a TrackWiz rating of 87.81 — a full 28 points clear of the second-best horse in the field — and posts the joint-best average speed figure at 55. The Erik Asmussen/Steven M. Asmussen combination (son and Hall of Fame trainer) is one of the sharpest in the barn, and connections rarely take a step backward with this kind of talent. At 5/2 on the morning line, the price isn't generous, but the class edge is undeniable.

place4RemittanceML 4/1

Remittance (No. 4) checks in with the second-highest rating in the field at 59.84 and leads all starters with a 12% career win rate among those with meaningful starts. Stewart Elliott has the call, and he's at home on this course. The 4/1 morning line makes her a solid place play to anchor exotics.

show2Old Boys ClubML 8/1

Old Boys Club (No. 2) has the highest rating among the mid-tier horses at 56.35 and posts a solid average speed figure of 54 on turf. The 8/1 morning line makes him an appealing show horse and a worthwhile inclusion in trifecta tickets — trainer Sarah Nicole Davidson keeps this one fit, and Mario Fuentes picks his spots well.

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Race 2

7:58 PM EDT

Claiming · 7 fur · Dirt

Blame Da Stoops looks like a heavy favorite waiting to happen in this seven-furlong dirt claimer, but Norway Beach and Absaroka bring enough ammunition to keep things honest on the undercard.

win4Blame Da StoopsML 5/2

Blame Da Stoops (No. 4) is the class of this field on every measurable metric — an 87.81 TrackWiz rating, a 25% career win rate, and a top-tier average speed figure of 55. The Steven M. Asmussen/Erik Asmussen tandem is dialed in at Remington, and at 5/2 this horse projects as a short-priced, high-confidence win play. The seven-furlong dirt trip suits a horse with this kind of raw speed.

place7Norway BeachML 7/2

Norway Beach (No. 7) holds the second-best rating in the field at 62.03 and matches Blame Da Stoops with a 55 average speed figure. Floyd Wethey Jr. gets the mount, and trainer Scott E. Young's 7/2 morning line suggests the market respects this one as a legit contender — he's the logical choice to fill the place spot if the favorite runs as expected.

show1AbsarokaML 5/1

Absaroka (No. 1) brings genuine credentials to the show spot — a 59.84 rating paired with the second-best career win rate in the field at 22%. Ramon A. Vazquez is an underrated rider at this circuit, and at 5/1 on the morning line, Absaroka slots neatly into trifecta coverage without breaking the bank.

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The opening trio gives us a nice cross-section of today's card. Race 1 kicks things off on the turf at a mile, where Joe's Candy (5/2 ML, 87.81 rating) headlines our analysis — turf routes at Remington can get tactical early, so pace shape matters, and we like how this one sets up. Race 2 moves to the dirt for a 7-furlong claiming sprint, and Blame Da Stoops (5/2 ML, 87.81) matches that same strong rating in what projects as a competitive heat. Then Race 3 tightens up to 6 furlongs on the dirt, where Tartarian opens at 4/1 — a slight morning-line underdog but one our model respects at 85.62. If the dirt plays fast in the early going, keep an eye on pace pressure in these shorter sprints.

One thread connecting all three free races: the claiming ranks at Remington this time of year tend to shuffle quickly as the meet progresses, so recent form and class movement are key. We've weighted both in our ratings. These three picks represent solid starting points for your day — but the real meat of the card is in the premium races.

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Race 3

8:26 PM EDT

Claiming · 6 fur · Dirt

Tartarian tops the ratings in this six-furlong dirt claimer but goes postward at 4/1, making this a race with a real overlay opportunity buried in the middle of the card — Brass Nucks at 8/1 deserves serious exotic attention.

win1TartarianML 4/1

Tartarian (No. 1) owns the highest TrackWiz rating in the field at 85.62 and ties for the top average speed figure at 55, despite carrying just a 4% career win rate — which suggests this horse has run in tougher spots and is dropping into a soft spot today. Ramon A. Vazquez gets the mount for trainer Oscar Flores, a solid local combination. At 4/1, this is a race where the top-rated horse isn't being bet down to chalk levels, giving you some value on the favorite.

place4Brass NucksML 8/1

Brass Nucks (No. 4) rates second in the field at 79.79 and carries a respectable 12% career win rate. What stands out here is the morning line of 8/1 — our analysis suggests this horse is being overlooked relative to his TrackWiz numbers, making him an excellent exotic play to fill the place position. Floyd Wethey Jr. is a reliable pilot on this circuit.

show3Fair HopeML 9/2

Fair Hope (No. 3) is the most proven winner in the race with a 14% career win rate and ties for the top average speed figure at 55. Fernando Jara is a high-caliber rider who gives this one every chance from the gate. At 9/2, Fair Hope is a natural fit for trifecta coverage alongside the top two selections.

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Race 4

8:54 PM EDT

Claiming · 1 1/16 mi · Dirt

Grace Given and Maddienlizzyshonor form a compelling one-two punch in this 1 1/16-mile dirt claimer, though Maddienlizzyshonor's 33% career win rate makes her impossible to dismiss as just a place horse.

win4Grace GivenML 5/2

Grace Given (No. 4) tops the field with an 87.81 TrackWiz rating — 9.65 points ahead of the next-best competitor — and gets the services of Ramon A. Vazquez for trainer Oscar Flores, a combination that has been sharp at Remington. The 5/2 morning line is fair for the top-rated horse, and at a mile and a sixteenth on dirt, a horse with this kind of class advantage should be able to control or press the tempo. This is our strongest win selection in the first half of the card.

place5MaddienlizzyshonorML 2/1

Maddienlizzyshonor (No. 5) is the most accomplished winner in the field by a wide margin — her 33% career win rate is elite for a claimer, and her 78.16 rating confirms she belongs near the top of this field. David Cabrera is one of the meet's more active riders, and trainer Austin Gustafson keeps this filly competitive. At 2/1 on the morning line, she might actually be the second choice on the board but is rated a solid place selection.

show2BoltoroML 6/1

Boltoro (No. 2) checks in with a 60.46 rating and a 10% career win rate — modest numbers, but the 6/1 morning line offers show-ticket value in a race where the top two are likely to absorb most of the betting action. Trainer J.R. Caldwell keeps this one competitive at the claiming level, and Rene Diaz gives him a good ride from the outside.

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Race 5

9:22 PM EDT

Allowance · 1 mi · Turf

An interesting one-mile turf allowance where the morning line doesn't align neatly with the ratings — C W Prize at 8/1 is quietly one of the most intriguing value plays on the card.

win8Country CaperML 5/2

Country Caper (No. 8) holds an 83.15 TrackWiz rating and logs a solid 54 average speed figure on turf — key for a mile allowance that will likely favor horses with demonstrated grass form. Floyd Wethey Jr. gets the mount for trainer Francisco Bravo, and at 5/2 on the morning line, this figures to be a well-bet, well-prepared runner. A 16% career win rate in what is a competitive allowance field is nothing to sneeze at.

place4C W PrizeML 8/1

C W Prize (No. 4) is the quiet standout of this analysis — a 79.79 rating paired with a remarkable 40% career win rate, the highest in the entire race, and a top-line average speed figure of 55. Trainer Joe S. Offolter and jockey Richard E. Eramia know this horse well, and the 8/1 morning line looks like a significant overlay. This horse should be all over your exacta and trifecta tickets.

show2Tap the DotML 9/2

Tap the Dot (No. 2) brings a 78.90 rating and a 22% career win rate to the party under Erik Asmussen for the powerful Steven M. Asmussen barn. The 9/2 morning line is reasonable, and on a one-mile turf course where pace can be honest, a closer with this kind of class has a clear path to hitting the board.

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Race 6

9:50 PM EDT

Claiming · 5 fur · Dirt

Miss Sundaze has the look of a standout in this five-furlong dirt claimer, but Princess Kaiulani at 4/1 and Cankton's Cowgirl at 5/1 bring genuine form to make the exotics tick.

win2Miss SundazeML 5/2

Miss Sundaze (No. 2) tops the field with an 87.81 TrackWiz rating — a commanding edge in a nine-horse sprint. She posts a 55 average speed figure and an 18% career win rate, and the 5/2 morning line reflects the market's respect. Richard E. Eramia gets the call for trainer Riley Dean Seaton, and in a five-furlong sprint, early speed and class usually decide the outcome — Miss Sundaze appears to have both.

place7Princess KaiulaniML 4/1

Princess Kaiulani (No. 7) rates second in this field at 72.89 and also logs a 55 average speed figure, giving her the raw tools to run down horses in a sprint. Iram Vargas Diego is a capable rider, and trainer Shon M. Dunlap keeps this filly sharp. At 4/1, she's the logical place contender and worth keying underneath the top selection.

show9Cankton's CowgirlML 5/1

Cankton's Cowgirl (No. 9) brings a 63.36 rating and a 15% career win rate, which places her solidly in the mix for show honors in a field where the top three are reasonably separated from the rest. Deshawn L. Parker rides for trainer Salvador Arceo, and at 5/1, there's enough value here to warrant inclusion in trifecta tickets from the outside post.

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Race 7

10:18 PM EDT

Allowance · 5 1/2 fur · Dirt

Letta's Legacy looks like the most dominant single-horse setup of the day — a 6/5 morning line favorite that our model backs up with the top rating AND the second-best career win rate in the field at 56%.

win4Letta's LegacyML 6/5

Letta's Legacy (No. 4) is a standout in every measurable category — an 89.71 TrackWiz rating (the highest on today's card for any horse in an open field), a 56% career win rate, and a 55 average speed figure. David Cabrera has the call for trainer C.R. Trout, and this looks like a horse dropping into a conditions spot she's ready to dominate. Yes, 6/5 is a short price, but when the model aligns with the morning line this cleanly, you take the horse.

place5Ship of DreamsML 9/2

Ship of Dreams (No. 5) posts a 55.29 rating and a strong 30% career win rate, making her a legitimate contender for second in an allowance field that is otherwise overmatched. Stewart Elliott is a veteran rider who handles pace well, and trainer W. Bret Calhoun is known for placing horses where they can succeed. At 9/2, she's a fair overlay for the place spot.

show2So JacksannML 6/1

So Jacksann (No. 2) owns the best average speed figure among the second-tier horses at 56 — a meaningful edge in a sprint-adjacent 5.5-furlong race where early fractions matter. Geovanni Franco rides for Scott Corderman, and a 23% career win rate gives So Jacksann the kind of consistency that makes her a safe show option. At 6/1 on the morning line, she rounds out a solid exacta/trifecta combination.

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Race 8

10:46 PM EDT

Allowance · 1 mi · Dirt

A fascinating allowance mile on dirt where the top TrackWiz rating belongs to Victory for Vets at 2/1, but the 8/5 favorite Dimatic is rated a distant fifth in the field — setting up a potential pace duel and overlay situation.

win3Victory for VetsML 2/1

Victory for Vets (No. 3) holds the top TrackWiz rating in the race at 88.54 and logs a top-tier average speed figure of 56, tied with Aaron and McDude for best in field. Trainer W. Bret Calhoun is one of the sharper allowance conditioners in the region, and Jose L. Alvarez brings experience and tactical awareness to this mile trip. The 2/1 morning line is fair — this horse is rated well above the consensus favorite, which is an unusual and attractive spot.

place4McDudeML 9/2

McDude (No. 4) brings a 61.90 rating paired with the field's best career win rate among clearly experienced runners at 30%, and he also matches the top speed figure at 56. Stewart Elliott is an elite tactical rider on a one-mile dirt course, and trainer Todd W. Fincher has a reputation for getting horses to the wire. At 9/2, McDude is a legitimate place contender if Victory for Vets gets the decision.

show1Flying DrummerML 4/1

Flying Drummer (No. 1) posts a 53.12 rating and leads all starters with a 38% career win rate — the highest in this allowance field by a considerable margin. That win percentage suggests a horse who knows how to close out races, even when speed figures don't tell the whole story. Richard E. Eramia has the call for trainer Justin R. Evans, and at 4/1, Flying Drummer is worth including in show and trifecta combinations.

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Race 9

11:14 PM EDT

Claiming · 5 fur · Turf

This five-furlong turf claimer features a legitimate value play at the top of the card — Successfulpath is rated highest in the field but goes off at 7/2, while Happy N Smiling and Saltwater Taffy offer long-shot appeal for exotic players.

win7SuccessfulpathML 7/2

Successfulpath (No. 7) earns the top TrackWiz rating in the field at 81.43 and posts the highest average speed figure of any horse in the race at 58 — a standout number on five-furlong turf where early zip matters enormously. Lane J. Luzzi has been a reliable pilot on this circuit, and trainer J.R. Caldwell has this filly pointed for a strong performance. A 29% career win rate seals the case — this is your primary win selection at a fair 7/2 price.

place1Happy N SmilingML 10/1

Happy N Smiling (No. 1) rates second in the field at 76.88 and owns the joint-highest average speed figure at 57, matching Bling It to Me but carrying a much superior overall rating. The 10/1 morning line is a genuine overlay given those numbers — trainer Austin Gustafson runs both of his horses in this race, which signals confidence in the barn's form. Ramon A. Vazquez rides, and this filly is an excellent place or exacta target at a big price.

show2Saltwater TaffyML 12/1

Saltwater Taffy (No. 2) comes in with a solid 72.55 rating and a 56 average speed figure, making her one of the more capable horses in the mid-tier of this field. She's also from the Gustafson barn — same trainer as Happy N Smiling — which suggests both horses are in peak condition. The 12/1 morning line is a serious overlay for a horse with this profile, and she's worth sprinkling into trifecta tickets for a potentially big payoff.

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Race 10

11:42 PM EDT

Maiden Special Weight · 5 1/2 fur · Dirt

Maiden Special Weight sprints at 5.5 furlongs on dirt are always tricky to read, but Nedra Nell separates herself from a field of first-time starters and lightly raced maidens with the top rating and a favorable post.

win2Nedra NellML 2/1

Nedra Nell (No. 2) tops this maiden field with a 58.33 TrackWiz rating and has logged an average speed figure of 54 — meaningful in a race where several competitors have yet to record a workable figure at all. David Cabrera is one of the meet's strongest riders, and trainer Patrick E. Swan has two horses in this race, which often indicates confidence in preparation. At 2/1, the morning line correctly identifies her as the standout, and the rating gap over most of the field is hard to ignore.

place10Sweet CharlotteML 4/1

Sweet Charlotte (No. 10) checks in with a 55.00 rating and a 53 average speed figure — the second-best combination in the race after Nedra Nell. Erik Asmussen gets the mount for trainer Kari Craddock, and the Asmussen connection at this meet has been a positive angle all day. At 4/1, she's a natural place contender to anchor the exacta underneath the favorite.

show5OptimizeML 5/1

Optimize (No. 5) holds a 53.33 rating and has posted an average speed figure of 53 — giving her a demonstrated baseline in a field where several horses have yet to show any timed work. Fernando Jara is a top-tier rider who can navigate a maiden sprint cleanly from the five-post, and trainer Victor Hanson has this filly ready to run at 5/1. She fills the show slot with legitimate credentials rather than just filler.

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Today at Remington shapes up as a well-rounded card with legitimate plays from top to bottom. Our free best bets center on Joe's Candy, Blame Da Stoops, and Tartarian in the early going — all rated 85+ by TrackWiz. The afternoon's marquee interest is Letta's Legacy in Race 7, our highest-rated horse on the card. For the full picture — pace analysis, exotic tickets, and every premium pick — subscribe to TrackWiz and get in before the gates open. Good luck out there.

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