Nadeau: Keeneland Play of the Day 4.13.23
| “PLAY of the DAY” by Brian Nadeau | |
| Date: | 4/13/2023 |
| Featured Track/Race: | Keeneland – Race 8 |
| Race overview: | A typically strong N2X routing on the grass, with several who can win, but none with the upside of #7 STRONG QUALITY (9-2), who looked awesome winning his turf bow in February at Gulfstream. |
| Pace: | There’s very little here on paper, so being able to lay close is preferred, and it wouldn’t be surprised if #7 STRONG QUALITY (9-2) finds himself walking on the lead, as he’s as fast as anyone here. |
| Trends: | N/A |
| Best Play: | #7 STRONG QUALITY (9-2) (turf only): Looked like a new horse winning on the lawn at GP, when he finally delivered in the stretch even though he had a rougher trip than the 2-3-4 finishers, and while this is a class rise, his tactical speed will play, and he may only be getting started. |
| Bet Types: | Aggressive WP bet and single in the late Pk5/Pk4 as well. |
| Meet/POD Stats: | Kee Meet: 21-7-3-2 ($2.42/$6.48)
Kee POD: 1-0-0-0
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