The Death-Hole: A Southern California Horse Racing Podcast

In the 11th episode of The Death-Hole Podcast, we analyze the Saturday, July 18, 2026 horse racing card at Del Mar Thoroughbred Club in Del Mar, California.

Tune in to hear a breakdown of three of the toughest races on Saturday’s 11-race card — and scroll down to get our picks for the likeliest winners in every race on the card!

If you like what you hear, subscribe to the show and rate it on your podcast platform of choice. Then, follow us on X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok at @DeathHolePod.

RACE 1

5 Otto The Conqueror, 3 Comedy Town, 6 Special Club

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RACE 2

6 Thirsty Caitlin, 1 I’m Smoken Hot, 7 Princess Luna

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RACE 3

If most/all of 5, 8, 10, 1 stay in: 4 Pure Chaos, 7 Zip Me Up, 10 Tiger Of The Sea

If most/all of 5, 8, 10, 1 scratch out: 10 Tiger Of The Sea, 7 Zip Me Up, 4 Pure Chaos

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RACE 4

6 Janie Not Jeanie, 9 Quattro Passi, 1 Make Me Money

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RACE 5

4 Kid Dynasty, 8 B Grayson, 6 Ya’ll Come, 7 Stagger Lee

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RACE 6

9 Net Par, 7 Freedom Sings, 5 Fumo Grigio

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RACE 7

If most/all of 4, 3, 9, 2, 1 stay in: 6 Centrodelantero, 8 Midnight Strike, 4 Packs A Wahlop

If most/all of 4, 3, 9, 2, 1 scratch out: 4 Packs A Wahlop, 6 Centrodelantero, 8 Midnight Strike

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RACE 8

5 Journalism, 3 Shea Brennan, 2 Mirahmadi

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RACE 9

If most/all of 3, 5, 6, 10 stay in: 1 Raiding Party, 5 Peanutbutterbombe, 8 Inbox, 9 Lookin At Diamond, 3 Ground Support

If most/all of 3, 5, 6, 10 scratch out: 3 Ground Support, 5 Peanutbutterbombe, 1 Raiding Party, 8 Inbox, 9 Lookin At Diamond

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RACE 10

4 Magnify, 8 Clouseau, 7 Pure Madness

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RACE 11

6 Koekkoek, 3 Conquer We Must, 5 Flamboyant, 9 Plagarist

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In the tenth episode of The Death-Hole Podcast, host Bobby DeMuro handicaps the Saturday, July 4, 2026 nine-race thoroughbred horse racing card at Los Alamitos Racecourse in Cypress, California.

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RACE 1

2 James J. Braddock, 3 Sir Nano, 5 Bet The Om

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RACE 2

4 Smokem Wicked, 7 Jonny’s Cap, 2 Simple Majority

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RACE 3

6 Elegant Sway, 3 Honorable Gal, 1 Roman Empress

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RACE 4

3 Mongolian Max, 6 Caisson, 2 Duran

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RACE 5

10 By The Moonlight, 6 Blame It On Abby, 9 Forza Palermo

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RACE 6

2 Feisty Mitole, 1 Uffda, 3 Harney Lane, 5 Falabella

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RACE 7

4 Dorie Miller, 6 Theresasilverlinin, 3 Redheaded Reba

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RACE 8

5 Grand Slam Smile, 1 Sweet Azteca, 3 Prancingthruparis

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RACE 9

5 Fight Back, 2 The Gypsy Cowboy, 8 Sogno Di Vino

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In the ninth episode of The Death-Hole Podcast, host Bobby DeMuro handicaps the Saturday, June 27, 2026, horse racing card at Los Alamitos Racecourse in Cypress, California.

Tune in to hear our analysis of the nine-race card, including a special nod to three potential overlays: 2 Oveta’s Hobby in Race 1; 4 Sudeikis in Race 4; and 7 Stylish Colleen in Race 7.

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RACE 1

2 Oveta’s Hobby, 5 Neezer Dalton, 6 Eltonsingsanother, 1 Blessed Angel

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RACE 2

6 Vonntastic, 7 Estrella Esmeral, 3 Shemakesmemad, 1 Princess Luna

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RACE 3

6 Fix It Quick, 3 Millbo Baggins, 4 Pacer, 2 Zagreus

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RACE 4

4 Sudeikis, 6 Faran, 1 Carolina Legacy, 3 Jetway

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RACE 5

6 Nijinsky Halo, 5 Cultural, 7 Seige the Day, 4 Westport Captain

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RACE 6

6 Springline, 5 Sugar Lovin, 1 Queen Kimbe, 4 Tonakitty

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RACE 7

7 Stylish Colleen, 2 Dragon Kat, 6 Smokem Hot Girl, 3 Susan Yvonne

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RACE 8

4 Kambree’s Flyer, 6 Just Mendelssohn, 5 Courtsdream, 3 She’s Back

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RACE 9

2 Sabino Canyon, 3 Start The Ride, 1 Southern Melodee, 4 Fionello

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In the eighth episode of The Death-Hole Podcast, host Bobby DeMuro handicaps the Saturday, June 20, 2026 horse racing card on the daytime thoroughbred configuration at Los Alamitos Racecourse in Cypress, California. Tune in to hear our full analysis of the likeliest winners in all nine races!

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RACE 1

7 Keepsmesane, 2 Swift Appeal, 6 Romanticon

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RACE 2

5 Whynotanotherone, 1 Che, 6 Big Reflections

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RACE 3

3 Melba Montgomery, 4 Split, 6 Dats Ms. Blame

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RACE 4

7 Smokem Ez, 6 Rollinwithpolan, 5 Just Deal

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RACE 5

5 Rassler, 8 Running Tiger, 2 Mischief’s King

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RACE 6

4 Comanche Gal, 2 Savannahs Big Girl, 7 Molly Jensen

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RACE 7

6 Senora Gobernadora, 5 Island Splash, 3 Ride Like the Wolf

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RACE 8

4 Perfect Smile, 1 Blame It On Abby, 5 Twisted Humor

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RACE 9

5 Coach Cronin, 4 Shea Brennan, 1 Speedy Wilson

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50-CENT EARLY PICK 5 ($40.50)

R1 (3): 7 Keepsmesane, 2 Swift Appeal, 6 Romanticon (BACKUP: 4 Hando’s Rule)

R2 (1): 5 Whynotanotherone (BACKUPS: 1 Che, 6 Big Reflections)

R3 (3): 3 Melba Montgomery, 4 Split, 6 Dats Ms. Blame (BACKUP: 5 Surprise D’Oro)

R4 (3): 7 Smokem Ez, 6 Rollinwithpolan, 5 Just Deal (BACKUPS: 1 Crucible, 4 Noble Minded)

R5 (3): 5 Rassler, 8 Running Tiger, 2 Mischief’s King (BACKUP: 1 Carol’s Comic)

In the seventh episode of The Death-Hole Podcast, host Bobby DeMuro handicaps the Friday, June 19, 2026 horse racing card for opening day of the three-week daytime thoroughbred racing meet at Los Alamitos Racecourse in Cypress, California.

Tune in to hear an in-depth analysis of Los Al's 50-cent early pick-5 on Friday, plus the likeliest winners in all eight races!

And if you like what you hear, subscribe to the show, rate it on your favorite podcast platform of choice, and follow us on X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok at @DeathHolePod.

RACE 1

3 Shortman, 6 Habeas, 5 Keep Movin’ On

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RACE 2

3 Kid Dynasty, 4 Next Trick, 6 Magic Connection

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RACE 3

5 Do It For Dave, 6 Fincairn, 4 Grey Power

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RACE 4

2 Dazzle Comm, 6 Still Bulletproof, 4 Tight Dally

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RACE 5

3 Rabeeba, 5 Joyful Mischief, 7 Kinzlee’scharisma

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RACE 6

3 Concord Bridge, 5 Sir Rocket, 1 Mr. Disrespectful

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RACE 7

9 Falabella, 6 A Kitten For Sue, 8 Rock N Roll Song

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RACE 8

10 Cammy’s Girl, 2 Salty Siss, 11 Una Mirada

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50-CENT EARLY PICK 5

MAIN TICKET ($36.00)

R1 (1): 3 Shortman (BACKUP: 6 Habeas)

R2 (4): 3 Kid Dynasty, 4 Next Trick, 5 What a Gift, 6 Magic Connection

R3 (3): 5 Do It For Dave, 6 Fincairn, 4 Grey Power

R4 (6): ALL

R5 (1): 3 Rabeeba (BACKUP: 7 Kinzlee’scharisma, 5 Joyful Mischief)

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SAVER TICKET ($4.50)

R1 (1): 6 Habeas (BACKUP: 5 Keep Movin’ On)

R2 (3): 3 Kid Dynasty, 4 Next Trick, 6 Magic Connection (BACKUP: 5 What A Gift)

R3 (1): 5 Do It for Dave (BACKUP: 6 Fincairn)

R4 (3): 2 Dazzle Comm, 4 Tight Dally, 6 Still Bulletproof (BACKUP: 3 Agrowest)

R5 (1): 3 Rabeeba (BACKUP: 7 Kinzlee’scharisma, 5 Joyful Mischief)

In the sixth episode of The Death-Hole Podcast, host Bobby DeMuro handicaps the Thursday, June 11, 2026 horse racing card at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California. Tune in to hear our full analysis of the likeliest winners in all nine races!

RACE 1

If 1,2,5 in: 6 Doncic, 4 Dakota Country, 3 Charge For Gold

If 1,2,5 out: 1 Code Duello, 6 Doncic, 3 Charge For Gold

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RACE 2

4 Magnificat, 2 Nooni, 3 Revera

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RACE 3

6 Peppermint Dash, 1 Will Happen, 5 Flamingo Star

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RACE 4

3 Pickitupthatsgood, 6 Janie Not Jeanie, 8 Allons Y

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RACE 5

8 Cortina d’Amprezzo, 7 Fire Ban, 2 Jet Black Jewel, 6 Ou La La

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RACE 6

1 Pecos River, 11 Shady Gem, 3 Battle School, 10 Kiki Ride

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RACE 7

9 Not A Sinner, 8 Lee’s Baby Girl, 4 Nikolina, 5 Hey Lil Lady

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RACE 8

3 Secured Freedom, 1 One More Freud, 4 Decisive Win, 2 Mo Koko

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RACE 9

8 Warm Sun And Brew, 5 Jimmy Winkfield, 10 Frank Bullitt, 11 Known Idea

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In the fifth episode of The Death-Hole Podcast, show host Bobby DeMuro handicaps the Sunday, June 7, 2026 horse racing card at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California.

Tune in to hear our full, in-depth breakdown of the likeliest winners in all ten races on the card!

RACE 1

6 Central Dispatch, 5 Tigerhon, 1 Special Club

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RACE 2

5 Romantic Ride, 4 Fumano’s Magic, 3 Courtside Action, 2 Tommy Norris

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RACE 3

1 Aloha Dreamin, 7 Donttellourwives, 2 Toulouse Detrac

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RACE 4

6 Gazon, 1 Gregory’s Pride, 2 Rhythem On Stage, 7 Travelin’ Show

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RACE 5

6 Christa McAuliffe, 5 A Great Shaking, 2 Dottie Hinson

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RACE 6

6 Dreamrider, 9 Allequin Summer, 11 Gallatin, 4 Prime Artist

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RACE 7

4 Sir Davis, 5 Duke Silver, 6 Newton, 9 Moon

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RACE 8

If 9,7(2,4,11) in: 8 Centrodelantero, 1 Henry Adams, 9 Tempus Volat, 10 City Exile

If 9,7(2,4,11) out: 9 Tempus Volat, 8 Centrodelantero, 10 City Exile, 1 Henry Adams

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RACE 9

2 R Danny Boy, 9 Big Notion, 12 Rockabilly Rebal, 8 Subic Boy

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RACE 10

9 Hardtobebetternow, 12 Doing Time, 7 Non Domicile, 3 Island Paradise

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We’re back with the fourth episode of The Death-Hole Podcast!

In it, show host Bobby DeMuro handicaps the challenging Saturday, June 6, 2026 horse racing card at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California.

Tune in now to hear a full analysis, including the likeliest winners in all ten races!

RACE 1

If 1,9,8 in: 4 Tiz Alluring, 5 Somerset West, 1 Goodies

If 1,9,8 out: 1 Goodies, 5 Somerset West, 4 Tiz Alluring

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RACE 2

3 Ottis Betts, 1 Proud Racer, 4 Van Gogh Style

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RACE 3

4 Santarena, 5 Comedy Town, 1 Red Flag

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RACE 4

If 7,5,8 in: 2 Prince Dolce, 5 Matt At Five, 6 Highplainsdrifter, 9 Bro Bro

If 7,5,8 out: 5 Matt At Five, 2 Prince Dolce, 9 Bro Bro, 6 Highplainsdrifter

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RACE 5

3 Confidence Man, 4 Positive Times, 2 Forever Ben

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RACE 6

If 8,1,3 in: 9 Empress Matilda, 5 Lady Maryann, 8 Preem, 4 Rich Of Joy 

If 8,1,3 out: 9 Empress Matilda, 8 Preem, 5 Lady Maryann, 4 Rich Of Joy

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RACE 7

If 4,6,3 in: 7 Chasin Munny, 2 Carol’s Comic, 5 Voucher, 3 Windribbon

If 4,6,3 out: 7 Chasin Munny, 5 Voucher, 3 Windribbon, 2 Carol’s Comic

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RACE 8

If 1,9,10 in: 8 Lookin At Diamond, 9 Light Won Up, 7 Wild Like The West

If 1,9,10 out: 9 Light Won Up, 8 Lookin At Diamond, 7 Wild Like The West

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RACE 9

2 Hard to Figure, 9 Royal ‘n Rando, 3 Duran

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RACE 10

14 Greys Over Bays, 13 Sunny Creed, 4 Winika, 7 Zuraya, 10 Egyptian Mistress

In the third episode of The Death-Hole Podcast, host Bobby DeMuro handicaps the June 5, 2026 horse racing card at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California. Tune in to hear our full analysis of the likeliest winners in all nine races!

Race 1: If 6,3(5) in: 7 Cameron Slough, 5 Dea Matrona, 4 Super Ellie

If 6,3(5) out: 5 Dea Matrona, 3 Going Deep, 4 Super Ellie

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Race 2: 3 Theresasilverlinin, 6 Bear’s Board,1 Ryan’s Girl

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Race 3: 4 Eternal Reign, 2 Wildfire Princess, 1 Anywaythewindblows

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Race 4: 8 Very Smart, 7 Joyful Mischief, 2 Jacklyn Lucas

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Race 5: 7 Tariff, 4 Mr. Leasure, 1 Lord Bullingdon

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Race 6: 8 Waiting for My Cue, 3 Gogotiz, 1 Bitter Truth, 4 Kitty Mac

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Race 7: If 6,7,10 in: 2 The White Lady, 8 Hannah Buckle, 9 Baltic Fire

If 6,7,10 out: 2 The White Lady, 7 Sareeha, 9 Baltic Fire

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Race 8: 1 Magnify, 4 Berlin Wall, 6 Mr. Disrespectful

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Race 9: If 6,3,1 in: 9 Justivar, 7 Specialty, 4 Sugar Reign, 1 Photogenic

If 6,3,1 out: 7 Specialty, 9 Justivar, 1 Photogenic, 4 Sugar Reign

In the second episode (and first full episode!) of The Death-Hole Podcast, host Bobby DeMuro analyzes the Friday, May 29, 2026 horse racing card at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California. Tune in to hear full handicapping analysis breaking down the likeliest winners in all nine races!

Race 1:  5 Redial, 3 Fight Back

Race 2: 4 Wolf Hill, 3 Apples Y Peaches

Race 3: 1 Joker Went Wild, 2 Rollinwithpolan

Race 4: 4 Fair Question, 3 Sagunto

Race 5: 5 Holdthatrainbow, 1 Goje

Race 6: 6 Proud Racer, 3 Danzing Wild Cat

Race 7: 7 Mysterious Husband, 4 I’m Otter Here

Race 8: 1 A. Z. Wildcat, 3 Our Moonlight

Race 9: 3 Intuitivebynature, 9 G’oro