Candy Ride (Arg) is a top five lifetime active sire and a sire of six Champions—including 2018 Horse of the Year Gun Runner, who amassed over $15,000,000 in earnings. The sire of juvenile champions as well as older horses, Candy Ride has thrown both precocious and durable runners.

In 2023 Candy Ride added two G1 winners raising his tally to 19. Two-year-old filly Candied captured the G1 Alcibiades at Keeneland and was third in the G1 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies. Three-year-old colt Geaux Rocket Ride won the historic G1 Haskell stakes and was second in the G1 Pacific Classic. Other 2023 graded stakes winners include Heavenly Sunday, Touch’n Ride, Candy Man Rocket, Confidence Game and Hit Show. Making him a top 5 sire by graded stakes winners.

Candy Ride is accomplished in the sales ring as well, with lifetime yearling sales up to $1,000,000 and lifetime two-year-old sales up to $975,000. In 2023 he had yearling sales of $850,000, $800,000, $700,000, $525,000, $500,000, etc. cementing his commercial appeal

He is a proven sire of sires, led by Gun Runner and Twirling Candy. Gun Runner is a top three general sire and is the leading third-crop sire in nearly every category. Twirling Candy is a proven top level sire and ranking in the top 15 general sires. Both have seen commercial success with seven-figure yearling sales. Next in line is young sire Game Winner, who’s first-crop of yearlings to sell reached $600,000, with many six-figure sales.

Liam’s Map is the sire of Grade 1 winners Basin, Hopeful S. (G1) and Arkansas Derby (G1), Colonel Liam, back-to-back editions of thePegasus World Cup Turf (G1) and Turf Classic S. (G1), Wicked Whisper, Frizette S. (G1) and Juju's Map, Alcibiades S. (G1).

Not only do these top-level successes rank Liam’s Map among the best young sires, it puts him alongside some of America’s top stallions in history. Both Basin and Wicked Whisper hail from the first-crop of Liam's Map and since 1983, just eight other first-crop stallions have sired two Grade 1 winners, with only Danzig and Uncle Mo having sired both Grade 1 fillies and colts. An elite group of just five other stallions have sired winners of both the G1 Frizette and the G1 Hopeful—A.P. Indy, Storm Cat, Mr. Prospector, Bold Ruler, and Nasrullah.

His success continued in 2024 with MGSWs Roses for Debra, Deterministic and Starting Over. Roses for Debra went on to top the Keeneland November Sale selling for $2,400,000. He saw 40 $150,000+ yearling sales, with a top price of $700,000.

An $800,000 Keeneland September yearling, Liam's Map is out of the stakes-winning Trippi mare Miss Macy Sue, and is a half-brother to graded winner Not This Time and black-type winner Taylor S. Liam’s Map’s pedigree carries only one cross of Northern Dancer in the sixth generation, so his pedigree will be an ideal outcross for mares inbred to Northern Dancer. Since Liam’s Map’s pedigree largely consists of horses bred by or based on pedigrees of horses bred by John Nerud, it should also be beneficial to emphasize female families associated with Nerud other than Aspidistra.

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Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the latest from around the racing world. James Fanshawe is first up today, revealing that he wasn't surprised by the removal of Derby runner-up Ambiente Friendly from his stable. Furthermore, he issues a positive bulletin on the wellbeing of star sprinter Kind of Blue. Plus, Jimmy Mangan is along with an outline plan of Spillane's Tower's campaign, while RCA boss David Armstrong talks Commercial partnerships and gives a guide as to how the sport's new marketing arm might work. Kieran Lalor of Al Shir'aa is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest, while Ben is along with all the week's Pointing news.

A tribute to HH the Aga Khan, one of the greatest owner-breeders in the sport's history, with contributions from Brough Scott, Lee Mottershead, Alain and Gisele de Royer Dupre, Adrien Cugnasse, Dermot Weld and Gerald Mosse.

MUST LISTEN! JK & Frankie talk about "The Watch", The Queen, his favorite Italian food, vacation spot, soft vs firm turf, his childhood, and MORE!

Horse of the Year Mineshaft is the sire of two Champions, seven Grade 1 winners and 23 graded stakes winners. His winners include Weep No More (G1), Effinex (G1), Bitumen (G3), Suddenbreakingnews (G3), J Boys Echo (G3). His 2023 winners include multiple G2 winner Hoist the Gold and G2 winner and G1 Pegasus placed Senor Buscador.

Mineshaft has seen lifetime two-year-old sales of up to $1,750,000 and boasts three seven-digit yearlings.

Mineshaft is a leading son of the legendary A.P. Indy out of the multiple Grade 1-winning mare Prospectors Delite. He is a full sibling to G1 winner Tomisue’s Delight and hails from an exceptionally deep female family which includes G1 winners Mr. Sidney, Flagbird, Little Belle, and Runup The Colors.

Mineshaft is out of a mare by Mr. Prospector, but has sired 11 stakes winners out of Mr. Prospector line mares and multiple stakes winners from the Damascus line. A.P. Indy has also done extremely well over mares descending from Northern Dancer.

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PTF and JK kick off the show with quick thoughts on the Super Bowl.

Then it's back to regularly scheduled programming as they delve into the late Pick Five at Gulfstream Park and the $2 Pick Six at Santa Anita.

In the show's next segment, Mikee P (Mike Pribozie) and Nick Tammaro take an in-depth look at the Sam F. Davis Stakes at Tampa Bay Downs where valueable Kentucky Derby points are on the line.

Takeaways:

• The podcast episode commences with PTF and JK sharing their insights on the Super Bowl, highlighting the event's significance in American sports culture.
• Listeners are provided with a detailed analysis of the late Pick Five races at Gulfstream Park, emphasizing the potential for substantial payouts.
• Mikee P and Nick Tammaro engage in a thorough examination of the Sam F. Davis Stakes, underscoring the implications for Kentucky Derby points and the competitive nature of the field.
• The hosts discuss strategic betting approaches for the $2 Pick Six at Santa Anita, focusing on the importance of race selection and horse evaluation.
• PTF and JK offer a recap of their favorite horses and potential betting strategies for the upcoming races, encouraging listeners to consider various factors before placing wagers.
• The episode concludes with a reflection on the upcoming Derby season, as well as a call to action for listeners to subscribe and engage with the content provided by In the Money Media.

Companies mentioned in this episode:

• Gulfstream
• Santa Anita
• Churchill Downs
• Brendan Walsh
• Todd Pletcher
• Karakonti
• Good Magic
• Lane's End
• City of Light
• Uncle Mo
• Ian Wilkes
• Dylan Davis
• Nick Tamaro
• Paco Lopez
• Jose D'Angelo
• Coal Battle
• Speed King
• Dr. Ruben M.

Tonalist is the sire of multiple Grade 1 winner Country Grammer, who won the Dubai World Cup (G1) and was second in the Saudi Cup (G1), making his career earnings over $10.8 million. He is also the sire of Tonalist's Shape (G2) and Sovereign Award winner Who’s the Star.

In 2023 he sired Saratoga stakes winners Drake’s Passage and New Ginya, as well as stakes winners Betsy Blue and Lightning Tones. In 2024 he was represented by stakes winners Misty Veil and again Drake's Passage, both were also graded stakes placed. Tonalist got off to fast start in 2025 with new stakes winner Lightning Tones on January 11.

In an impressive racing career, Tonalist won four Grade 1 races and is a leading son of Champion sire Tapit. The G1 Belmont winner ran triple digit Beyers in 11 graded stakes starts, including the Cigar Mile (G1) and in repeat wins in the Jockey Club Gold Cup (G1). Through sixteen lifetime starts, nine of which came in G1 company, he was off the board only twice, amassing over $3,600,000 in earnings.

Tonalist is out of the Pleasant Colony dam Settling Mist and is from the family of Champions Havre de Grace and Plugged Nickel, as well as G1 winners Christiecat and Riskaverse.

His sire Tapit has enjoyed considerable success with broodmare sires noted for their speed, including Distorted Humor (Constitution), Mr. Greeley (Zazu, Flashback), More Than Ready (Race Day), Carson City (Teen Pauline) and most particularly Storm Cat and/or his sons (Hansen, Careless Jewel, Tell a Kelly, Coup de Grace, Just Wicked, Divining Rod, Cassatt).

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Mikee P hosts Jockey Will Humphrey to cover the Tropical Turf Pick 3 at Gulfstream Park on Friday, February 7, 2025. The bet has a $3 minimum and a 15% Takeout encompassing Races 1, 5, and 10 at Gulfstream Park.

Saturday, February 1 – 1/ST NHC Super Qualifier 

• First Chance to win 2026 NHC Seats or Last Chance to win 2025 NHC Seats
• One NHC Seat per 15 entries
• Players can choose 2025 or 2026 NHC seat
• $1,500 Buy-In ($1,000 Bankroll + $500 Entry Fee)
• Includes full card at Santa Anita + last 4 Gulfstream races
• Players can play online at Xpressbet or on-track at Santa Anita
• Last year, seven (7) NHC tickets were punched in this tournament
• Details at xpressbet.com/tournaments

Saturday, February 15 - $500 Santa Anita Challenge

• Chance to win NHC Seats, Ultimate Betting Challenge Seats or Cash
• $500 Buy-In ($300 Bankroll + $200 Entry Fee)
• Includes full card at Santa Anita
• Players can play online at Xpressbet or on-track at Santa Anita
• Details at xpressbet.com/tournaments

Saturday, March 1 – 1/ST Ultimate Betting Challenge 

• The Ultimate Betting Challenge features full card action from both Santa Anita (Big Cap Day) and Gulfstream (Fountain of Youth Day)
• Prize Pool includes four (4) 2026 NHC Seats, seeded by 1/ST
• Massive cash prizes to the Top 5 finishers – last year’s winner took home $45,500!
• $6,000 Buy-In ($5,000 Bankroll + $1,000 Entry Fee)
• Players can play online at Xpressbet or on-track at Santa Anita or Gulfstream
•  Details at xpressbet.com/tournaments

Saturday, March 22 - $500 Santa Anita Challenge

• Chance to win NHC Seats, FL Derby/SA Derby Challenge Seats or Cash
• $500 Buy-In ($300 Bankroll + $200 Entry Fee)
• Includes full card at Santa Anita
• Players can play online at Xpressbet or on-track at Santa Anita
• Details at xpressbet.com/tournaments

Saturday, March 29 - $1,500 Florida Derby Challenge 

• Major opportunity to hit big on Florida Derby Day at Gulfstream
• Last year’s winner took home $21K cash + BCBC Seat
• Win Cash Prizes + BCBC Seats, NHC Seats, PWCBC Seats or Cash
• $1,500 Buy-In ($1,000 Bankroll + $500 Entry Fee)
• Players can play online at Xpressbet or on-track at Santa Anita or Gulfstream
•  Details at xpressbet.com/tournaments

Saturday, April 5 - $1,500 Santa Anita Derby Challenge 

• Major opportunity to hit big on Santa Anita Derby Day at Santa Anita
• Last year’s winner took home $12K cash + BCBC Seat
• Win Cash Prizes + BCBC Seats, NHC Seats, PWCBC Seats or Cash
• $1,500 Buy-In ($1,000 Bankroll + $500 Entry Fee)
• Players can play online at Xpressbet or on-track at Santa Anita
•  Details at xpressbet.com/tournaments

Twirling Candy is following in his father’s legendary footsteps at Lane’s End Farm. A son of Candy Ride (Arg), Twirling Candy has sired 21 graded stakes winners, seven millionaires, and nine Grade 1 winners. In 2024, he added new G1 winner Iscreamuscream, winner of the Del Mar Oaks (G1) and the San Clemente H. (G2). Other 2024 GSWs include Ag Bullet (G2, G1 placed), Walkathon (G3), Two Sharp (G3), and Where's My Ring (G3).

His 2023 GSWs include: G1 winner Exaulted, millionaire Gear Jockey, Evvie Jets and Dream Shake. 2023 also proved to be a great year for his two-year-olds, with 26 winners, including black type winners Where’s Chris and Move to Gold. This success on the track was reflected in the sales ring. His yearling average increased to $160,064 and had seven-figure yearling and two-year-old sales.

Twirling Candy is out of the Chester House mare House of Danzig, making him a half-sibling to G2 winner Ethnic Dance. Multiple Champion Affirmed can be found farther down his page. Candy Ride has already shown a remarkable affinity for the Storm Cat branch of the Northern Dancer line. Other branches of the Northern Dancer line to provide the dams of Candy Ride stakes winners are Sadler’s Wells (sire of El Prado; grandsire of Medaglia d’Oro and Kitten’s Joy), Nureyev (from a mare by Theatrical), Danzig and Dixieland Band. Candy Ride has found success with a wide variety of mares by stallions that descend from the Nasrullah line, with three stakes winners from mares by In Excess, as well as stakes winners out of mares by In Excess’s son, Indian Charlie, and Cozzene. Candy Ride is out of a Mr. Prospector-line mare, and Twirling Candy should cross well over mares from that line.

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