Aqueduct Racetrack Selections for Saturday, 10th May

Aqueduct Racetrack Selections for Saturday, 10th May - Belmont Meeting

Twisting the Tide: Mr. Ed's Belmont at Aqueduct Picks for Saturday, May 10th

Stepping back into the arena after a short break, Mr. Ed's here, ready to take on the thoroughbred action at Belmont at Aqueduct (BAQ). The initial 11-race program looked like a dream, featuring five stakes races. Alas, upon further inspection, I detected a lackluster lineup. But no worries, Mr. Ed ain’t no quitter! I delved deep into the past performances, searching for picks worth highlighting. The first race kicks off at 1:10 p.m. ET/10:10 a.m. PT, and as they say, the game's afoot! Here's a sneak peek at Mr. Ed's Belmont at Aqueduct (BAQ) selections for Saturday, May 10th.

Mr. Ed's Belmont at Aqueduct (BAQ) Picks

Race 1 (1:10 p.m. ET/10:10 a.m. PT) - $82K ALLOWANCE CLAIMING for 3YOs & up going 6 furlongsMr. Ed's in the mood for a chilly two-horse Daily Double. In the first leg, his pick is the eagle-eyed #1 DAUFUSKIE ISLAND (9-2 morning line). With Rudy Rodriguez at the helm and jockey Flavien Prat in the irons, if 6YO gelding can break clean, he should breeze home. Competing with a top-notch trainer and seasoned jockey, Mr. Ed's confident.

Race 2 (1:47 p.m. ET/10:47 a.m. PT) - $400K G2 MAN O' WAR STAKES for 4YOs & up going 13⁄8-mile on the turfThe billings are humble, but the talent speaks volumes in this field of five. #3 FAR BRIDGE (3-5 morning line) catches Mr. Ed's eye like a beacon. Manned by millionaire Christophe Clement, and Joel Rosario holding the reins, Far Bridge stands out as the one to conquer.

Race 3 (2:21 p.m. ET/11:21 a.m. PT) - $65K ALLOWANCE for 3YOs & Up going 6 furlongsThink Mr. Ed's taking a gamble? Au contraire, me hearty! I'm backing Brittany Russell-trained #5 TARPAULIN (5-1 morning line). Manny Franco is back in the saddle, aiming to repeat her career-opening victory in March. Let's sail to Easy Street!

Race 7 (4:40 p.m. ET/1:40 p.m. PT) - $175K G3 JOHN NERUD STAKES for 4YOs & up going 6 furlongsAssemble your betting prizes, Mr. Ed's calling in a tested contender: #5 ANARCHIST (7-2 morning line). Proven horse invader from the west for trainer Doug O'Neill, 6YO knows just how to win. As always, Joel Rosario's in the driver's seat.

Races 8-11 (5:13 p.m. ET/2:13 p.m. PT) - $.50 PICK 4Let's tackle the multi-race wagers!

Race 8: 1,4,6
Race 9: 4,6,7,8,9
Race 10: 1,4,5
Race 11: 4,8
Total Cost: $45

Race 8 (5:13 p.m. ET/2:13 p.m. PT) - $90K ALLOWANCE CLAIMING for 3YOs & up going 1 1/16-mileMr. Ed's cheering three horses to the finish line for cold, hard cash:

Time for an Exacta Box, you say? Absolutely, my friend. Here goes: $30 Exacta Box.

Race 9 (5:46 p.m. ET/2:46 p.m. PT) - $150K TAKE THE A TRAIN STAKES for 3YO fillies going 6 furlongs on the turfA hot bunch competes, but Mr. Ed's betting his loose change on #6 ANNASCAUL (9-2 morning line). With Christophe Clement guiding and Irad Ortiz, Jr. riding, Annascaul shows improvement. Buckle up, it's gonna be a fun ride!

Race 10 (6:16 p.m. ET/3:16 p.m. PT) - $200K G2 RUFFIAN STAKES for fillies and mares 4YOs & up going a mileMr. Ed's pony of choice? #4 STERLING SILVER (9-2 morning line). Consistency is her game. A mud-loving 6YO under Bill Mott's guidance and Javier Castellano's expertise, is Mr. Ed's favorite.

Race 11 (6:46 p.m. ET/3:46 p.m. PT) - $200K G3 PETER PAN STAKES for 3YOs going 11⁄8-mileIt's time for a bold prediction, folks! #8 CAPTAIN COOK (2-1 morning line) steps up, primed to clinch the victory for Rick Dutrow with Manny Franco aboard. Son of Practical Joke has kicked his training into high gear, ready to put on a show in the Peter Pan Stakes. Here's Mr. Ed's standout pick, the BEST BET OF THE DAY!

Total Wagers: $155

Peter Pan Stakes 2025 Entries, Picks, and Odds

Belmont at Aqueduct Picks for Saturday, May 10 from Mike Somich

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Insight: Captain Cook is a contender with a proven record but recent challenges. Key points about his performance are:

Captain Cook made his debut in October 2024, ending up sixth in a six-furlong race at Churchill Downs.
His comeback was a stormer, winning with a dominant 9 1/4-length victory at Aqueduct in a seven-furlong race later in December 2024.
He stretched out to nine furlongs at the Withers Stakes in February 2025, securing another victory as the favorite.
A most recent fourth-place finish in the GII Wood Memorial Stakes in April 2025 left a few question marks. Despite maintaining pace, he couldn't survive in the stretch.
Captain Cook has won two of his past three races before the Peter Pan, demonstrating tactical speed and typically competing near front runners in his races.
Husband and wife trainers Bob and Debra Carlson are optimistic about his recovery and form ahead of the Peter Pan Stakes.
There is uncertainty regarding Captain Cook's ability to handle longer distances, as indicated by a relatively low win rate at routing distances on dirt (12%) for Practical Joke's offspring, adding an element of doubt in the 1 1/8 mile Peter Pan Stakes.

Mr. Ed anticipates a DAUFUSKIE ISLAND victory in the first race at Belmont at Aqueduct, with the gelding backed by Rudy Rodriguez and jockey Flavien Prat.
In Race 2, Mr. Ed supports FAR BRIDGE, a top pick boasting Christophe Clement's training expertise and Joel Rosario in the irons for the Man o' War Stakes.
TARPAULIN, guided by trainer Brittany Russell and jockey Manny Franco, is Mr. Ed's choice in the third race at Belmont at Aqueduct.
ANARCHIST, a proven contender from Doug O'Neill's western stable, is Mr. Ed's selection for the John Nerud Stakes in race 7.
For the final races of the day (8-11), Mr. Ed puts together a $45 0.50 Pick 4 including ACTIVIST INVESTING, ENLIGHTEN, and ITSALLCOMINTOGETHA in Race 8; ANNASCAUL in Race 9; STERLING SILVER in Race 10; and CAPTAIN COOK, the BEST BET OF THE DAY in Race 11.