Laurel Park Race 9 - Maryland Million Nursery S. Stakes
WALT'S NOTION (9) Made all to win by a margin of 1 1/4L last start here and solid career start. The wide draw shouldn't be a problem with plenty of early speed. Will be around the mark at odds. ARUBA ARIBA (10) Was a comprehensive winner by nearly 10L last start at the track but rising in class. Has the speed to overcome the wide draw. Won't be far away. FUTILE GESTURE (4) Did well when 3rd last time at the track and showing consistent performance in races. Has run into the money 3 from 3 attempts this campaign. Respect. ECLIPSENESS (8) Assumed control from the start to win by 6L last run at Delaware Park and putting a tidy record together so far. Facing formidable competition. Winning hope.
Jockey: Forest Boyce
Weight: 53kgs
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Started at $12.00 and chased well when 4th last run at Delaware Park and fitter for debut run. Anthony Pecoraro stable are in good form of late. Others preferred.
Last Starts 25 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/10 | 30/09/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 64 | $0.00 | Delaware Park | 1106m | FT | Ajhari Williams | 53.5kg | - | 7-6-5 | 2 |
| 1.9L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Raul E. Mena
Weight: 53kgs
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Resuming after a spell. Odds of $16.00 and weakened to finish 7th last time at this venue but was on debut last time. Gets a favourable draw. Would need to step up.
Last Starts 127 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/8 | 20/06/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 63 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1006m | FT | Raul E Mena | 54.5kg | - | 4-4-7 | 6 |
| 14.1L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Vincent Cheminaud
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Displayed a good turn of foot when winning last start at Delaware Park and having second race start. Competing at a higher level of competition. Can't leave out of your calculations.
Last Starts 38 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/9 | 17/09/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 70 | $0.00 | Delaware Park | 1006m | GD | Vincent Cheminaud | 54.5kg | - | 8-9-9 | 4 |
| 0.1L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Jorge Ruiz
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Came in 3rd last time at the track and honest performer putting a tidy record together. Been in the money each start this campaign but matched against tougher rivals. Definite winning chance.
Last Starts 16 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 09/10/2026 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 83 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1106m | FM | Jorge Ruiz | 54kg | - | 3-3-3 | 5 |
| 3L | $0.00 |
| 3/7 | 20/09/2026 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 78 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1106m | GD | Jorge Ruiz | 54kg | - | 3-4-2 | 7 |
| 1.6L | $0.00 |
| 2/7 | 29/08/2026 | - | Stakes 74 | $0.00 | Colonial Downs | 1106m | FM | Samuel Marin | 54.5kg | - | 2-2-2 | 6 |
| 0.3L | $0.00 |
| 1/5 | 06/06/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 63 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 905m | FT | Jorge Ruiz | 54.5kg | - | 3-2 | 2 |
| 0.1L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Emanuel Rosario
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Started $16.00 and sub-standard effort when 6th last start at this track and racing in stronger company. Jockey Emanuel Rosario and trainer W Thomas Mcmahon are usually competitive together. Can surprise at a nice price.
Last Starts 35 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/7 | 20/09/2026 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 78 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1106m | GD | Yomar Orlando Ortiz | 54kg | - | 7-6-6 | 4 |
| 7.1L | $0.00 |
| 1/7 | 21/08/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 63 | $0.00 | Colonial Downs | 1106m | FT | Yomar Orlando Ortiz | 54kg | - | 2-2-1 | 4 |
| 0.8L | $0.00 |
| 5/7 | 30/07/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 61 | $0.00 | Colonial Downs | 1207m | FM | Jose E Vargas | 49.200000047683716kg | - | 7-7-7 | 1 |
| 5.6L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Jaime Rodriguez
Weight: 53kgs
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Was competitive when 2nd last run at this venue and having second career run. Should race on the speed. Taking on stronger competition. Best to watch and see.
Last Starts 30 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/9 | 25/09/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 76 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1207m | FT | Jaime Rodriguez | 55.5kg | - | 2-2-2 | 3 |
| 5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Mychel J. Sanchez
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Led throughout when winning by 6L last run at Delaware Park and honest performer putting a tidy record together. Challenged by a tougher grade. Definite contender.
Last Starts 16 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/9 | 09/10/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 57 | $0.00 | Delaware Park | 1207m | FT | Emanuel Rosario | 49.700000047683716kg | - | 1-1-1 | 8 |
| 6L | $0.00 |
| 6/6 | 27/08/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 64 | $0.00 | Delaware Park | 1609m | GD | Jaime Rodriguez | 54kg | - | 2-2-3-5 | 5 |
| 24.3L | $0.00 |
| 3/7 | 14/08/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 63 | $0.00 | Delaware Park | 1106m | FT | Martin Chuan | 54.5kg | - | 4-5-3 | 6 |
| 8.5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Paco Lopez
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Led throughout to win by a margin of 1 1/4L last start around here and good career start. Paco Lopez is a smart booking. Good chance and definitely has claims.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/5 | 03/10/2026 | - | Stakes 80 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1207m | GD | Mychel J Sanchez | 55.5kg | - | 1-1-1 | 3 |
| 1.3L | $0.00 |
| 2/10 | 11/09/2026 | - | Stakes 72 | $0.00 | Delaware Park | 1207m | FT | Emanuel Rosario | 53.5kg | - | 1-1-2 | 6 |
| 0.1L | $0.00 |
| 1/7 | 14/08/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 63 | $0.00 | Delaware Park | 1106m | FT | Emanuel Rosario | 48.299999952316284kg | - | 3-1-1 | 5 |
| 2.8L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Xavier Perez
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Won by a huge margin of close to 10L last start around here but competing in a higher grade. Has not missed the money this campaign in 2 attempts. Good enough chance at a very tempting price.
Last Starts 16 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 09/10/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 63 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1106m | FT | Xavier Perez | 55.5kg | - | 3-1-1 | 8 |
| 9.8L | $0.00 |
| 3/10 | 13/09/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 70 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1006m | GD | Xavier Perez | 55.5kg | - | 1-2-3 | 7 |
| 1.8L | $0.00 |