{"id":54,"date":"2023-08-24T19:46:07","date_gmt":"2023-08-24T18:46:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/?page_id=54"},"modified":"2023-08-24T19:46:07","modified_gmt":"2023-08-24T18:46:07","slug":"2023-travers-stakes-post-draw-pace-analysis-expert-picks","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/index.php\/2023-travers-stakes-post-draw-pace-analysis-expert-picks\/","title":{"rendered":"2023 Travers Stakes: Post Draw, Pace Analysis, Expert Picks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Forte-Opening-Pace-article-1024x819.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55\" style=\"width:832px;height:665px\" width=\"832\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Forte-Opening-Pace-article-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Forte-Opening-Pace-article-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Forte-Opening-Pace-article-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Forte-Opening-Pace-article-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Forte-Opening-Pace-article-2048x1638.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 832px) 100vw, 832px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pace Makes the Race<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hello &amp; welcome to Billy Ho Sports! Today, we present yet another exciting preview for the Travers Stakes! With post positions &amp; morning line odds in our hands, it&#8217;s time to dive into this exhilarating race. Undoubtedly, the pace of the race will play a pivotal role in determining the victor of this upcoming event. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check out the preview article here:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-billyhosports-com wp-block-embed-billyhosports-com\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"oy3w478zvI\"><a href=\"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/index.php\/thrilling-moments-and-top-contenders-unveiling-the-ultimate-guide-to-the-2023-travers-stakes\/\">Thrilling Moments and Top Contenders: Unveiling the Ultimate Guide to the 2023 Travers Stakes!<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Thrilling Moments and Top Contenders: Unveiling the Ultimate Guide to the 2023 Travers Stakes!&#8221; &#8212; billyhosports.com\" src=\"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/index.php\/thrilling-moments-and-top-contenders-unveiling-the-ultimate-guide-to-the-2023-travers-stakes\/embed\/#?secret=PeYdDSe4T0#?secret=oy3w478zvI\" data-secret=\"oy3w478zvI\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s start by examining the front runners. At the forefront is National Treasure, positioned as the horse expected to dictate the pace. However, the question arises: will Scotland&#8217;s early pressing style pose a challenge &amp; encourage an honest pace? Only time holds the answer. Additionally, trainer Bob Baffert is removing the Blinkers that helped secure the Preakness win. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Nat-treasure-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56\" style=\"width:831px;height:540px\" width=\"831\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Nat-treasure-1.jpg 615w, https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Nat-treasure-1-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 831px) 100vw, 831px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">National Treasure Should Set the Pace<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Travers Stakes will be televised on FOX, with Travers Day coverage from Saratoga from 3-6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Subscribe to My YouTube Channel Here:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC_TO9Jb3taFlBHSfXPN3ZPQ?sub_confirmation=1\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC_TO9Jb3taFlBHSfXPN3ZPQ?sub_confirmation=1<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"477\" height=\"182\" src=\"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Billy-Ho-T-Shirt-Youtube-White-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-71\" srcset=\"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Billy-Ho-T-Shirt-Youtube-White-1.png 477w, https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Billy-Ho-T-Shirt-Youtube-White-1-300x114.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 477px) 100vw, 477px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Arcangelo-Mage-Forte.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58\" style=\"width:830px;height:460px\" width=\"830\" height=\"460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Arcangelo-Mage-Forte.png 356w, https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Arcangelo-Mage-Forte-300x166.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 830px) 100vw, 830px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arcangelo, Mage &amp; Forte Will Stalk the Pace<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving on, our focus shifts to the Favorites. Arcangelo, Mage, &amp; Forte will continue the strategy of just off the pace, strategically planning their closing moves. Meanwhile, Disarm &amp; Tapit Trice aim to avoid falling too far behind, positioning themselves for their final surge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, Disarm exhibits a tendency to make his move from off the pace. With the addition of blinkers, he could easily find himself in a position comparable to the aforementioned favorites. While this son of Gun Runner thrives on a swifter tempo to orchestrate his late-stage charge, it&#8217;s not a prerequisite for the top 3. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Forte-Tapit-Trice-Work-1024x660.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-61\" style=\"width:829px;height:534px\" width=\"829\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Forte-Tapit-Trice-Work-1024x660.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Forte-Tapit-Trice-Work-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Forte-Tapit-Trice-Work-768x495.jpg 768w, https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-Forte-Tapit-Trice-Work.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 829px) 100vw, 829px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Forte Working Alongside Tapit Trice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Likely coming from the back of the pack is Tapit Trice. Notably, Todd Pletcher will be introducing blinkers for the first time, aiming to enhance his early involvement out of the gate. An interesting observation I made was his distraction caused by the 6 horse next to him during the start of the Haskell race. Also, his demand for continuous focus, particularly around the turns &amp; down the stretch, might be the key factor at play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-2023-Travers-Pace-Thumb.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-69\" style=\"width:835px;height:490px\" width=\"835\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-2023-Travers-Pace-Thumb.png 657w, https:\/\/billyhosports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-2023-Travers-Pace-Thumb-300x176.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, 835px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prediction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I believe Johnny V gets National Treasure out to the early lead. Following closely in second, Scotland should position itself, with Mage &amp; Arcangelo not far behind. Additionally, I can see Forte tracking that group, accompanied by Disarm &amp; Tapit Trice, who are closer than usual. If the half goes in 47 seconds, we&#8217;ll have ourselves a showdown looming. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the big question is who will show their hand first. In my opinion, Mage is the likely candidate. With what I anticipate to be an honest pace, this will favor the closers. Ultimately, it all comes down to who finds that best path down the stretch &amp; hits their stride at the right time. The only way I see getting value here is to take a shot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I have not finalized my picks yet, but I will have both Scotland &amp; Tapit Trice in my exacta with Forte. I&#8217;ll save the other favorites for different exotics.   <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pace Makes the Race Hello &amp; welcome to Billy Ho Sports! 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