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Free Woodbine Picks & Predictions

Woodbine runs on dirt and turf, with about 59% of races on the dirt, racing from 5 fur to 1 3/8 mi, with fields averaging 7.7 starters. Every card gets free picks on selected races plus a full-card breakdown for subscribers — 78 Woodbine sheets published so far.

3 Free Races Today at Woodbine

Race 1

Maiden Claiming · 5 1/2 fur · Dirt

A maiden claiming opener on the dirt at 5½ furlongs where two horses separate themselves on paper — the rest of the field is a significant step below the top pair.

win4AshukaML 2/1

Ashuka tops the TrackWiz ratings at 88.54, a number that stands well clear of the field in what is otherwise a modest maiden claiming affair. Despite a blank career win slate, that's expected in a maiden race — what matters here is the edge in our overall assessment. Trainer Kerron Palmer sends her out with Christoff Douglas in the irons, and with an average speed figure of 53, she's got enough early zip for the 5½-furlong trip. At 2/1 on the morning line, she's not a huge overlay, but the class advantage over most of this field is hard to ignore.

place7Wine MoneyML 5/2

Wine Money comes in with a TrackWiz rating of 81.10 — second-best in the race — and posts the field's top average speed figure at 54, a tick better than the win pick. Trainer Tony Michael Gattellaro has her in at a price (5/2 ML) that reflects public confidence, and Fraser Aebly is a capable handler for the short sprint. If Ashuka gets into any trouble early, Wine Money has the raw speed to push through.

show2Scottie's BarnML 6/1

Scottie's Barn sits third on the TrackWiz ratings at 52.48 and shares the 53 average speed figure with several others. The 6/1 morning line gives you decent value for a horse that projects as a third-best contender, making him a sensible inclusion in tri-bets and exacta savers. Jockey Desean Bynoe and trainer Devon Gittens are a familiar pairing at the meet, which adds a bit of comfort to the ticket.

Race 2

Claiming · 1 1/16 mi · Dirt

A claiming route on the dirt draws a competitive seven-horse field, but one horse carries a meaningful TrackWiz ratings edge that makes this look like a race with a clear standout hiding behind a modest morning line.

win5Swan LakeML 9/5

Swan Lake owns the top TrackWiz rating in the field at 88.83 and is the only horse in the race priced at 9/5 — the market and our model agree this is the horse to beat. Ryan Munger pilots for trainer Edgar Mendoza, and with a 19% career win rate, Swan Lake brings proven ability to this claiming route. The 1 1/16-mile distance on dirt suits a closer-type profile, and with a field full of horses in the 51-53 average speed range, Swan Lake doesn't need a career best to win.

place4Alley Oop JohnnyML 4/1

Alley Oop Johnny rates second among horses with meaningful data at 70.62 and carries a 17% career win percentage — solid for a claiming level. David Moran takes the mount for trainer Pat Parente, and at 4/1 on the morning line, there's solid each-way value here if Swan Lake encounters any trouble in a seven-horse field. His average speed of 52 is in line with the pace scenario for this route.

show7Good SinML 5/2

Good Sin is the most interesting piece of the puzzle at 5/2 ML despite a rating of 63.44, primarily because that 27% career win percentage leads the entire field — this horse knows how to win. Pietro Moran and trainer William Tharrenos have a live combination at a reasonable price. The slightly lower speed average of 51 raises a pace question, but a high win rate in claiming company suggests tactical savvy worth rewarding in the exotics.

Race 3

Maiden Optional Claiming · 7 fur · Dirt

A maiden optional claiming sprint on the dirt features a significant ratings gap at the top — one horse stands well above the rest, though a competitive group clusters just below.

win1AleatoricML 5/2

Aleatoric opens as the TrackWiz top-rated horse at 87.81 in this seven-furlong maiden, a figure that leads the field by more than 25 points. Trainer Dale A. Desruisseaux teams with Fraser Aebly, and at 5/2 on the morning line, Aleatoric is priced as a co-favorite — the model fully endorses that assessment. An average speed of 54 is comfortable for the seven-furlong distance, and in a race where most rivals are bunched between 53 and 55, the ratings edge is the decisive separator.

place3Pepper PatchML 2/1

Pepper Patch draws the morning line favorite's spot at 2/1 despite rating second in the field at 62.29 — that gap between her ML and rating is worth noting. Ryan Munger brings experience to the irons for trainer Catherine Day Phillips, and the 53 average speed is workable for this distance. She profiles as a horse who can pressure the lead and find the board even if she can't quite match Aleatoric's overall profile.

show4Chart the CourseML 7/2

Chart the Course is intriguing at 7/2 with a rating of 55.83 and the field's top average speed figure at 55 — pure early pace ability could put this Mark E. Casse trainee in a good spot from the break. Sahin Civaci gets the call, and Casse's operation rarely sends horses to the post without preparation. If Aleatoric and Pepper Patch get into a contested pace duel, Chart the Course's closing ability off a hot pace makes it a smart show-ticket inclusion.

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About the Woodbine Racing Surface

Surfaces
Dirt and Turf
Distance range
5 fur to 1 3/8 mi
Typical field
7.7 starters
Typical card
8.9 races

Most common race conditions at Woodbine: Claiming, Maiden Optional Claiming, Allowance Optional Claiming, Maiden Special Weight.

Measured across the last 24 Woodbine cards we have handicapped.

Woodbine Results & Payouts

Official finishing order and mutuel payouts for September 4, 2026.

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Woodbine Picks — Common Questions

Is there a free Woodbine card?

Yes. Every Woodbine race sheet includes free picks with full analysis on selected races, with no account required. The remaining races on the card are part of a TrackWiz subscription.

What surface does Woodbine race on?

Woodbine cards run on dirt and turf. Across the last 24 cards, roughly 59% of races were on the dirt.

How many races are on a typical Woodbine card?

Woodbine cards average 8.9 races, with fields of about 7.7 starters. Distances run from 5 fur to 1 3/8 mi.

When are Woodbine picks published?

Woodbine picks are published ahead of the first post for that day's card. We have published 78 Woodbine sheets; you can get each new one by email before post time.