BRIAN W. SPENCERRacing Analyst @brianwspencer

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Brian W. Spencer is a lifelong racing fan who currently serves as the racing analyst and Manager of Communications at both Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots and Arlington International Racecourse. Spencer started full time in the industry in 2009 when joining the team at Horse Player NOW, where he was a consistent presence at major racing events nationwide while hosting Wagering 101 pop-ups designed to educate new fans. He aims to blend his analysis to appeal to both casual racing fans and seasoned handicappers with a focus on class and trip notes.

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Selections subject to change due to scratches, off the turf, etc. Tune in to the twinspires.com pre-race paddock show for the most up to the minute information. Check program numbers for accuracy.

Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017 Race 1

#3 Dreamer's Point – Tactical runner still has upside. #1 Potential Danger – Nice first try vs. winners. #2 Bourne in Nixa – Woke up in a big way in the mud. #4 Mr Ashley – Bit more exposed than most here. Brian's Selections: 3-1 / 2-4 / 5 Race 2

#4 Quick Thinker – Reliable; improves for Correas? #7 Ma'am – Will be rolling late for new barn. #5 Prado Vision – Caught brutal group at level 6/25 #6 Ervsayslethergo – Might get loose on the lead.

Brian's Selections: 4-7-5 / 6 / 2-9 / 1

Race 3 #6 Splashing – Solid second-out barn; better break? #3 Just Hattie – Blinks off, forward trip in first dirt try. #8 Caramel Cream – Trouble last out, drop may help. #2 Patti Patti Patti – Makes a break for it on stretchout. Brian's Selections: 6-3-8-2 / 1

Race 4 #9 Mineyerownmalone – Hikes off claim, gets perfect run. #10 Irish You Well – Back class rolls past late? #6 Ransack – Very tough when in with this kind. #4 Louies Flower – Admirable type usually runs his race. Brian's Selections: 9-10 / 6-4-7 / 3-2 Race 5 #9 Altered Mind – Think he's better than he looks. #3 Dancing Waves – Pace excuse for clunker last out? #6 Americium – Drops in, capable of better. #2 Merry Memories – Turf return should help. Hit or miss. Brian's Selections: 9-3 / 6-2-11

Race 6 #3 It Is Dejavu – Versatile type make enough sense. #9 Nicky Numbers - “A-game” would do the trick. #12 Mistake Present – Gelded, drops with blinks. #4 Riding High – Tougher spot, decent on dirt.

Brian's Selections: 3-9 / 12-4

Race 7 #4 Pop Culture – Looks live from here. #7 Run Trouble Run – Damn ran on anything. #9 Royal Creed – Moved up on dirt. Overbet? #6 Dark Templar – Looks ready, barn usually needs one. Brian's Selections: 4-7-9-6-8-2-1

Race 8 #9 Watch Me Whip – Guessing he'll love the turf. #3 Takeoff – Gets the run of the race today. #2 Hard Fought – A revelation on the lawn. #1 Flash Harry – Sharp start would go a long way. Brian's Selections: 9-3 / 2-1-11-5

Race 9 #7 Farrell – Tighter after the comeback. Good trip. #6 Mo d'Amour – Should have every chance again. #3 Money'soncharlotte – One to beat. Not a lock. #5 Tiger Moth – Expecting a bounce-back here. Brian's Selections: 7-6-3-5 / 11-8 Race 10 #1 Faith Healer – Stepped up well last. Threat. #5 Golden Amber – Reliable type should graduate soon. #8 Fashion Bid – Chased Lady Aurelia in '16 debut. #2 Socata – Huge effort at 60-1 last out. Repeats it? Brian's Selections: 1-5 / 8-2-7

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KK’sPlayoftheDayBy:KevinKerstein

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Race9:10/20- #8 Motown Lady finished strong while under big hold to the wire. Forvaluableinformationonmorningworkoutsandracedayanalysis,followBrandononTwitter@bstaubs22.

WorkoftheDayBy:BrandonStauble

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