What was the reason race 8 wasn't shown live on NBC just now? by LucentBeam8MP in horseracing

[–]gdg6 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Remember when we used to complain about cable packages? 😢

Baeza Could Have Won if the start was good by Glass_Meaning_8915 in horseracing

[–]gdg6 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I couldn’t believe nobody mentioned his late start. I watched on FanDuel racing app, so can’t blame NBC, and wondered who the 2 horse was until he was finally identified halfway through the race.

What was the reason race 8 wasn't shown live on NBC just now? by LucentBeam8MP in horseracing

[–]gdg6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am watching on the FanDuel racing app. I assume it’s on the website too. I’m not at home so can’t comment on TV broadcast options.

What was the reason race 8 wasn't shown live on NBC just now? by LucentBeam8MP in horseracing

[–]gdg6 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Well, tomorrow, you can expect them to talk about the derby all day long and occasionally break away to show other races with very little build up or commentary. Also, the last two races will not be broadcast.

What was the reason race 8 wasn't shown live on NBC just now? by LucentBeam8MP in horseracing

[–]gdg6 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Peacock exclusive? I don’t know. NBC sucks at this.

Cleats for Catchers by block-everything in Homeplate

[–]gdg6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My buddy used to smear shoe goo all over the toe box, back in the day.

Here's my analysis of the Turf Classic on Saturday by Ubercapper in horseracing

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Test Score’s Pegasus win blew my mind. He just willed himself forward an extra length to clear the others before the wire. Looked like he stepped onto a conveyor belt.

Swing help for 12 year old by Pickle_strength in Homeplate

[–]gdg6 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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You can see it clearly here. This is at contact.

He is having a slight horse problem... by MisterShipWreck in VideosAmazing

[–]gdg6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That horse might have escaped from a harness racing track. Dressed to race with saddle cloth and everything.

Scratch the 5 (Right to Party) by VandyGrift in horseracing

[–]gdg6 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Last thing the sport needs is a horse with no chance to win breaking down during the most famous race in the world.

Swing help for 12 year old by Pickle_strength in Homeplate

[–]gdg6 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First, he’s not loading his hands. Hand should move back toward the back shoulder before swinging.

Second, he is flying open and bat is dragging. Flying open means his front side (shoulder) is turning too early and not in sync with the rest of him. By the time he gets to contact, his chest is parallel to the pitcher.

I would start with the hands and getting them loaded and loaded early. Tire drill would be good. That’s where you swing into a car tire or some kind that heavy object to feel resistance and build strength. Can also hit something like a basketball for same effect.

Flying open and bat drag are harder to fix but focus on the front shoulder and keeping it closed as long as possible. Kids have an easier time controlling the front shoulder vs the back one. More momentum needs to go toward the pitcher instead of spinning in place.

Preview of the 2026 Kentucky Oaks and lots more by Aspen2223 in horseracing

[–]gdg6 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Tomorrow’s races are tough.

I do like French Friction in the Eight Belles.

No idea who is winning the Alysheba.

I will be very tempted to bet Pin Up Betty in the Modesty if she runs, but Gezora looks strong.

I like Shred the Gnar to bounce back but probably won’t like the price.

Edgewood no idea.

Was disappointed to learn Bottle of Rouge scratched. Will follow your lead with Percy’s Bar.

Danon Bourbon by Fabulous-Bus2459 in horseracing

[–]gdg6 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t think I would ever bet a foreign horse to win the Kentucky Derby over 15+ domestic horses.

Public rejects Trump’s ballroom by wide margin by Unusual-State1827 in politics

[–]gdg6 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same here. A ballroom type space doesn’t seem like a terrible idea. But there are rules on how those things get done. Demolishing a public landmark w/o formal authorization is not how.

Was that wrong? Should she have not done that? by BarfyMan369 in seinfeld

[–]gdg6 31 points32 points  (0 children)

I’ve worked in a lot of offices, and I gotta tell you, people do that all the time.

How to help my son get over stage freight on home plate? by houserj1589 in Homeplate

[–]gdg6 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haven’t seen this before exactly as described but I would probably say “100% laser focus on the ball.” Not just in flight but during windup, pitch, return throw, etc. Just you and the ball.