Handicapping Basics

Columns by Arlington Park odds maker Joe Kristufek that teach the basics of Handicapping at Arlington Park will be added here on a regular basis.

Have a racing related question you want answered?
Every Tuesday on the Arlington Park Facebook page, HorseplayerNOW.com’s Brian W. Spencer and Joe Kristufek will field questions in the morning, and provide answers on Wednesday. No matter how simple, or how complex, every question is a good question. We look forward to your participation.

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Joe Kristufek's complete Arlington Park selections can be found in the Daily Herald, but let’s face it, things change. Even though he has an opinion going into each race, there are several factors that can alter his thinking. Scratches can alter expected pace scenarios. He also pays close attention to the way the track is playing, the action on the toteboard, and how the horses look in the post parade. Following the introduction of the horses on the track, I will “tweet” my final thoughts and selections via “arlingtonracing”. You can follow on Twitter or via the arlingtonpark.com website.

Handicapping Columns and Previous Facebook Q&A's
A Primer to Playing Arlington Park's Polytrack

Early Season Hints

Joe and Brian Answer Your Facebook Questions - Volume 1

Remember, Horses Are Animals

Joe and Brian Answer Your Facebook Questions - Volume 2

Simple Ways to Play

Joe and Brian Answer Your Facebook Questions - Volume 3

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