Points and ROI Totals for 2017-2018 Contest Year

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Total through November 25, 2017

The beginning of the new handicapping year starts us off as you can see. Sure wish we had more returning players and some new ones. Not starting off too negative but this may be our last year or maybe just mine. A big thanks to those hanging in here and if possible can you recruit just a few more or bring back the semi-regulars to play more.

20 Plenilune (11/18 3rd Pts/1st ROI and 3rd Pts 11/25)
16 DonGudio (11/18 1st Pts and 3rd Pts 11/25)
9 Real Quiet (2nd Pts 11/25)
9 JolyB (11/18 2nd pts)
9 Cruzan (11/18 2nd ROI)
8 Ruffian (11/18 4th Pts and 4th Pts 11/25)
1 NJ Stinks

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through December 2, 2017

Quick update, all of sudden I've gotten very busy in real life . . . go figure. Positions changed a little in this very early part of the year. Thanks for playing!!!

38 Plenilune (1st Pts and 2nd ROI)
17 DonGudio
17 Real Quiet (4th Pts and 3rd ROI)
16 Ruffian (2nd Pts)
14 JolyB (3rd pts)
12 NJ Stinks (1st ROI)
9 Cruzan (11/18 2nd ROI)

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through December 9, 2017

Plenilune continues to take command early on in the season with dual wins for most of the past weeks with a nice win in ROI, while DonGuido feeling a little more of his usual oats hangs in for the second rung win a nice with in points. Ruffian takes bridesmaid honors again and moves up two spaces to the three hole while Real Quiet hangs tough in 4th with a super spot in points. And JolyB stays close to all with his tie for 4th in points.

Thanks for playing and lets see what next weekend has to bring???


1. 53 Plenilune (3rd Pts and 1st ROI)
2. 28 DonGudio (1st Pts)
3. 24 Ruffian (2nd Pts again)
4. 21 Real Quiet (4th Pts tie)
5. 18 JolyB (4th Pts tir)
6. 13 NJ Stinks
7. 10 Cruzan
8. et Al, where are all the others????????????????

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through December 16, 2017

DonGuido takes down a repeat in points and moves into the lead, at least temporarily, while Real Quite pulls in scores in the two contests and moves up two rungs of the ladder. JolyB hits in both contests as well landing in the 4 hole right behind RQ as Ruffian hits a 4th in points and moves down a couple of spots.

So it looks like we prefer to take on our long winters nappy's this coming weekend and forego (where is Forego BTW) the contest to indulge in the festivities, peace and joy of the season. And my politically incorrect message is:

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL AND TO ALL A GOOD NIGHT!!!:):):) See you in the gate on the 30th.



1. 59 DonGudio (1st Pts REPEAT w/ 20 bonus pts)
2. 54 Plenilune
3. 39 Real Quiet (3rd Pts and 1st ROI)
4. 37 JolyB (2nd Pts and 2nd ROI tir)
5. 28 Ruffian (4th Pts)
6. 14 NJ Stinks
7. 11 Cruzan
8. et Al, where are all the others????????????????

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through December 30, 2017

So we have a new leader as Real Quiet jumps over DG hitting a nice REPEAT in ROI garnering 20 bonus points, while JolyB scores in both contests as he slowly climbs the ladder. Ruffian hangs tough in the 5 hole with a nice win in Points. Cruzan adds nicely to his total in the 7 spot and Indian Hemp joins the party occupying the 8th rung of the ladder with a tie for fourth in Points.

Nice to see IH here and thanks to all for playing.

1. 77 Real Quiet (1st ROI REPEAT w/ 20 bonus Pts and a 2nd Pts)
2. 60 DonGudio
3. 55 Plenilune
4. 48 JolyB (2nd ROI again and 4th Pts tie)
5. 39 Ruffian (1st Pts)
6. 14 NJ Stinks
7. 16 Cruzan (3rd Pts)
8. 4 Indian Hemp (4th Pts tie)
9. 0 et Al, where are all the others????????????????

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through January 20, 2018

OK, I'm 3 weeks tardy so here is a quick up date to bring us up to date. One comments is Ruffian seems to hotter than molten lava right now bringing home a SWEEP and REPEAT no less!!! And she surges to a commanding lead early on in the year.

1. 123 Ruffian
2. 99 Real Quiet
3. 82 JolyB
4. 73 DonGudio
5. 67 Plenilune
6. 26 Cruzan (3rd Pts)
7. 20 NJ Stinks
8. 19 Indian Hemp (4th Pts tie)
9. 0 et Al, where are all the others????????????????

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through January 27, 2018

Ruffian maintains her lead in a score in Pts but Real Quiet gains ground to edge up close in the 2 hole while JolyB hang tough on the 3rd rung of the ladder nailing a 3rd in Pts. Plenilune jumps over DG to take over the 4th spot with a nice 1st and 2nd in each of the contests.

The rest of us also-rans remain stable where we are at and we all give the final BIG WELCOME to Banter for joining the FUN!!! Thank you Banter.

1. 127 Ruffian (4th Pts)
2. 114 Real Quiet (1st ROI and 3rd Pts)
3. 90 JolyB (3rd Pts)
4. 85 Plenilune (1st Pts and 2nd ROI)
5. 74 DonGudio
6. 27 Cruzan
7. 21 NJ Stinks
8. 20 Indian Hemp
9. 1 Banter (WELCOME!!!)
10. 0 et Al, where are all the others????????????????

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through February 3, 2018

Ruffian adds minor points with the super place in Pts while Real Quiet remains red hot-hot-hot, as he creeps up on Ruff, accumulating a nice points total for scores in each contest. Plenilune, the big mover of the day, makes a nice gain hitting in both contests and jumps over JB landing firmly on the 3rd rung of the ladder. And JolyB takes over the 4 hole adding nicely in the Pts contest.

Lets just see how Tampa Bay has treated us!? Who knows?

1. 141 Ruffian (4th Pts again)
2. 132 Real Quiet (1st Pts and 2nd ROI)
3. 101 Plenilune (1st ROI amd 3rd Pts)
4. 98 JolyB (2nd Pts)
5. 74 DonGudio
6. 28 Cruzan
7. 22 NJ Stinks
8. 21 Indian Hemp
9. 1 Banter (WELCOME!!!)
10. 0 et Al, where are all the others????????????????

[RUFFIAN]

THIS IS WHAT I GET FOR SHARING TOO MUCH CATNIP WITH THE "QUIET ONE" WHOSE HOT BREATH I CAN FEEL ON MY TAIL! :eek:

I MAY REDUCE HOW MUCH I SHARE ;)

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through February 10, 2018

And we have a new leader with white hot Real Quiet taking down the REPEAT in points. Don't get near him you'll get burned. Ruffian slides into the 2 hole due to RQ's climb and Plenilune continues to gain nicely with scores in both contests. JolyB nabs points for a 4th in points to hold onto the 4th spot and DonGuido wakes up a bit after a short absence nailing a rare win in ROI.

Let's see where our leader takes us next week and thanks to all for playing!!!

1. 163 Real Quiet (1st Pts REPEAT w/ 20 bonus pts)
2. 149 Ruffian (2nd Pts)
3. 114 Plenilune (2nd ROI and 3rd Pts)
4. 102 JolyB (4th Pts)
5. 85 DonGudio (1st ROI, :eek: huh???)
6. 29 Cruzan
7. 23 NJ Stinks
8. 22 Indian Hemp
9. 1 Banter (Where is Banter?)
10. 0 et Al, where are all the others????????????????

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through February 17, 2018

As we move along Real Quiet gets show points win in Pts (all in points since we all busted in ROI) and Ruffian lands the show spot for added point while JolyB grabs the super tally adding to his bank. DonGuido may be starting to warn up a bit as he takes the win for the card and the rest get a point for being in the gate.

Off to Sam Houston (where??? DG) and lets see what damage that place does to us.

Thanks for playing yas knows I luvs yas!!!

1. 168 Real Quiet (3rd pts)
2. 157 Ruffian (2nd Pts again)
3. 115 Plenilune
4. 106 JolyB (4th Pts)
5. 96 DonGudio (1st Pts)
6. 30 Cruzan
7. 24 NJ Stinks
8. 22 Indian Hemp
9. 1 Banter (Where is Banter?)
10. 0 et Al, where are all the others????????????????

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through February 24, 2018

Real Quiet adds minor points to hang tough in the lead as Ruffian keeps the bridesmaid spot slowly gaining on RQ. JolyB handles Sam Houston just fine with a win in Pts and DonGuido manages yet a second ROI win in three weeks and a 3rd in Pts to move up and join Plen on the 4th rung of the ladder.

As we slowly work toward that first Saturday in May I'm sure we'll see some ups and downs in this group. Lets see where the Professor takes us next and how we fare.

1. 172 Real Quiet (4th pts)
2. 165 Ruffian (2nd Pts again, and again)
3. 117 JolyB (1st Pts)
4. 111 Plenilune
111 DonGudio (1st ROI)
6. 31 Cruzan
7. 25 NJ Stinks
8. 22 Indian Hemp
9. 1 Banter (Where is Banter?)
10. 0 et Al, where are all the others????????????????

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through March 10, 2018

A quick update so I don't get 3 weeks behind since it's upon us. Points gains in the past two contests shown. And we have a new leading "Cowgirl" from the Rockie Mountain "Very High" state. Ruffian is hot, hot!!! I promise I'll try to be more punctual with my updates and not let real life get in my way . . . REALLY!!!

1. 218 Ruffian (+53 Pts including a 20Pt Bonus for sweep last contest)
2. 194 Real Quiet (+22 Pts)
3. 130 JolyB (+13 Pts)
4. 134 Plenilune (+23 Pts)
5. 119 DonGudio (+8)
6. 37 Cruzan (+6)
7. 27 NJ Stinks (+2)
8. 24 Indian Hemp (+2)
9. 2 Banter (+1)
10. 0 et Al, where are all the others????????????????

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through March 31, 2018


Well, once again I'm letting real life get in my way, with job changes and other interesting family stuff but here goes:

TRUST ME!? Real quick (late and I need to got to bed), Plenilune moving up as is DonGuido to the detriment of JB and others staying about the same with our 1 and 2 leaders staying strong!!!

Where will DG send us next as week get closer and closer the Run for the Roses?!


1. 242 Ruffian
2. 211 Real Quiet
3. 151 Plenilune
4. 149 DonGudio
5. 147 JolyB
6. 43 Cruzan
7. 47 NJ Stinks
8. 34 Indian Hemp
9. 3 Banter
10. 0 et Al, where are all the others????????????????

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through April 7, 2018

Ruffian continues her hotness pulling down a 1st in Pts and maintains a comfortable lead while Plenilune hits with a win in ROI and show spot in Pts to hang tough in 3rd place. JolyB and DonGuido are playing "tag your it" in the 4 and 5 spots as JB, landing a 2nd in Pts, moves ahead of DG, with a 4th in Pts, by 1.

Lets see how Oaklawn and Lexington teat us on 4/14. Thanks for playing and being who y'all are!!!:)

BTW - Ruffian is on pace to top DG's record totals of last year. As of now she's 16 points ahead of where DG was this time a year ago. Keep it rolllin-rollin-rollin Ruff!

1. 253 Ruffian (1st Pts)
2. 212 Real Quiet
3. 166 Plenilune (1st ROI and 3rd Pts)
4. 155 JolyB (2nd Pts)
5. 154 DonGudio (4th Pts)
6. 44 Cruzan
7. 48 NJ Stinks
8. 35 Indian Hemp
9. 3 Banter
10. 0 et Al, where are all the others????????????????

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through April 21, 2018

Ruffian stays hot with nice scores in both weeks and RealQuiet maintains the 2 spot hitting as well in both weeks. But JolyB is the big mover and groover getting his keen edge ready of the Triple crown and jumps up to the 3rd rung of the ladder with mega points for both weeks. DonGuido adds a little to his till hanging tough in the 5 hole and Cruzan slips a notch as NJ Stinks takes the 6th rung away from him with a nice win in ROI and Indian Hemp lands points to "keeps on keepin on" in the 8 slot.

Great to see Roamin back and lets see what the Derby prep does for us at Churchill and then we go to the DERBY!!!


1. 269 Ruffian (4th Pts 4/14 and 1st pts 4/21)
2. 231 Real Quiet (4th Pts 4/14 and 3rd Pts 4/21)
3. 204 JolyB (SWEEP 4/14 w/ 20 bonus pts and 2nd Pts 4/21)
4. 168 Plenilune
5. 163 DonGudio (2nd Pts 4/14)
6. 59 NJ Stinks (1st ROI 4/21)
7. 49 Cruzan (4th Pts 4/21)
8. 43 Indian Hemp (2nd ROI 4/14)
9. 3 Banter
10. I'm waiting to put Roamin42 on the board (great to have him back in the game!!!)

[RUFFIAN]

DON:
Think U Have TYPO on => ''Ruffian 5th Pts 4/14''
Didn't Know We Get Pts For 5th! ;) LOL! :{>:
Should Be *3rd* 4/14

4/14 Points Results
*RUFFIAN-333 takes a sweet third.
Real Quiet nicely rounds out the super.

1 JolyB ABC 35 204
2 DonGuido ACB 30 180
3 RUFFIAN-333-DC CAB 20 159
4 Real Quiet ABC 35 149

WE ALL DO TYPOS!
Even WORSE is SIRI When Using Microphone To Type
SO many words SOUND The Same But Spelled Differently ~
So How Can SIRI even Know which one is meant!

Example: I say The MARE is In Foal And SIRI Types: MAYOR!
(How's THAT for A Mental Image of the MAYOR IN FOAL! :eek:

[DonGuido]

DON:
Think U Have TYPO on => ''Ruffian 5th Pts 4/14''
Didn't Know We Get Pts For 5th! ;) LOL! :{>:
Should Be *3rd* 4/14

4/14 Points Results
*RUFFIAN-333 takes a sweet third.
Real Quiet nicely rounds out the super.

1 JolyB ABC 35 204
2 DonGuido ACB 30 180
3 RUFFIAN-333-DC CAB 20 159
4 Real Quiet ABC 35 149

WE ALL DO TYPOS!
Even WORSE is SIRI When Using Microphone To Type
SO many words SOUND The Same But Spelled Differently ~
So How Can SIRI even Know which one is meant!

Example: I say The MARE is In Foal And SIRI Types: MAYOR!
(How's THAT for A Mental Image of the MAYOR IN FOAL! :eek:Yes, I'll take care of it. I had you beat this week but a typo "WE ALL DO TYPOS" screwed me in race 6. I had 8-4-2 on my picks but typo-ed 8-4-1. Oh well the slip of a finger is a FICKLE freaking thing. Nice win that really shoulda been . . . 'nough said!!! You're running away with it like I did last year. Best of luck to keep it going . . . but I may not be done yet???

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through April 28, 2018

Ok say Ruffian is setting them up and knocking them down with a nice REPEAT and adds to expanding lead while JolyB adds minor point to his wallet. Plenilune gains some with a 3rd in Pts and DonGuido moves a little closer to her with a 2nd place finish in Pts. No position changes, so lets see how the always tough Derby card treats us with double points gained.

One more time, a very warm WELCOME BACK to our "old" friend Roamin!!!

1. 300 Ruffian (REPEAT in Pts with 20 bonus pts)
2. 232 Real Quiet
3. 208 JolyB (4th Pts)
4. 173 Plenilune (3rd Pts)
5. 171 DonGudio (2nd Pts)
6. 60 NJ Stinks
7. 50 Cruzan
8. 44 Indian Hemp (2nd ROI 4/14)
9. 3 Banter
10. 1 Roamin

[RUFFIAN]

Don
Math = Not My Strong Suit...:eek:
But if you Add 10 Pts For 1st On 4/21 + 20 Pts For Repeat To 269
..........Wouldn’t That Be 299 Not 290? :confused:

4/21
1. 269 Ruffian (4th Pts 4/14 and 1st pts 4/21)

[DonGuido]

Don
Math = Not My Strong Suit...:eek:
But if you Add 10 Pts For 1st On 4/21 + 20 Pts For Repeat To 269
..........Wouldn’t That Be 299 Not 290? :confused:

4/21
1. 269 Ruffian (4th Pts 4/14 and 1st pts 4/21)No actually your total is 300. Keep on keepin on!!! Math is not mine either but I aced Calculus for 4 semesters in college. Believe me you have nothing to worry about, just keep Ruffing us up for the rest of the year!

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through May 5 Derby Day 2018

So with double points we had some movement as Ruffian stays tough at the top the ladder but Real Quiet closes the gap nicely with a 2nd place showing in each contest. JolyB maintains his 3rd place standing while DonGuido moves up to the 4 hole changing spots with Plenilune with a nice 1st place win in Pts. And Cruzan,nailing a win in ROI, leaps over NJ Stinks taking on the 6th rung of the ladder.

We are in the Triple Crown mix with a real deal of a horse in Justify that could go all the way!!! Lets see how Belmont treats us. Thanks for playing y'all!!!:)

1. 308 Ruffian (4th Pts)
2. 263 Real Quiet( 2nd Pts and ROI)
3. 218 JolyB (3rd Pts)
4. 193 DonGudio (1st Pts)
5. 175 Plenilune
6. 72 Cruzan (1st ROI)
7. 62 NJ Stinks
8. 46 Indian Hemp
9. 3 Banter
10. 3 Roamin

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI totals through Preakness Day May 19, 2018

OK so we all enjoy double points for those who nabbed'em as Ruffian stands tall still in the lead but JolyB climbs much closer as he pulls down a boo coo load of points for doubles day and a SWEEP. Real Quiet maintain the 3 hole capturing a 3rd in ROI and DonGuido makes a significant move up the ladder with place positions in both contests. Cruzan is no slouch adding to his total and solidifies his hold on the 6 spot.

No word yet as to where the Professor is taking us next but I'm sure it will give us more fun than we can handle, or maybe not. :) And many of us wait with great anticipation to justify our feelings for a Justify triple crown.

Thanks for playing and keep those cards and letters coming in.
__________________________________________________ ______
Added points for 5/12 which moves RQ into 2nd place. Thanks to Ruffian for the reminder.

1. 329 Ruffian (3rd Pts) + 1st Pts 5/12
2. 288 Real Quiet( 3rd ROI) + 1st ROI and 4th Pts 5/12
3. 285 JolyB (SWEEP w/ 20 bonus pts) + 3rd Pts 5/12
4. 231 DonGudio (2nd Pts and ROI) + 2nd Pts 5/12
5. 177 Plenilune
6. 81 Cruzan (4th Pts)
7. 64 NJ Stinks
8. 47 Indian Hemp
9. 5 Roamin
10. 3 Banter

[RUFFIAN]

DON
What about MAY 12 TOTALS?

Belmont Park R11 Man o' War S. G1

7 Hi Happy (ARG)
2 Sadler's Joy
9 One Go All Go

Scratched: 3 10

**RUFFIAN-333 scores the win this week!
DonGuido is a sweet second.
JolyB is a solid third. Real Quiet nicely rounds out the super.

1 RUFFIAN-333 ABX 25 117
2 DonGuido-DC ABX 25 107
3 JolyB ABX 25 104
4 Real Quiet ACX 15 89

[DonGuido]

DON
What about MAY 12 TOTALS?

Belmont Park R11 Man o' War S. G1

7 Hi Happy (ARG)
2 Sadler's Joy
9 One Go All Go

Scratched: 3 10

**RUFFIAN-333 scores the win this week!
DonGuido is a sweet second.
JolyB is a solid third. Real Quiet nicely rounds out the super.

1 RUFFIAN-333 ABX 25 117
2 DonGuido-DC ABX 25 107
3 JolyB ABX 25 104
4 Real Quiet ACX 15 89Hmmm, I guess I did skip that date. Will add to latest update. Good catch Ruffian.

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through The Belmont June 9, 2018

So my apologies for getting so far behind but the new job and traveling just got in my way. The totals are 99.9% accurate and as you can JolyB knocked them dead over the past three weeks and with a Repeat and double points on Belmont day he surges to the lead!!! And most in the top 6 had good days as well.

I'll get back my normal forum self soon and do a better job of keeping this current. Lets see how we fare at Churchill and most of all thanks for playing. And please keep those cards and letters coming in.

1. 362 JolyB
2. 350 Ruffian
3. 295 Real Quiet
4. 266 DonGudio
5. 196 Plenilune
6. 115 Cruzan
7. 68 NJ Stinks
8. 51 Indian Hemp
10. 9 Roamin
9 Banter

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through June 23, 2018

No changes in positions and lots of added points to dole out over the past two weeks. JolyB holds on to the lead, Ruffian hangs tough in the 2 hole and Real Quiet maitains the 3rd rung of the ladder. DonGuido gaining some on the top 3 but stays in the 4 hole while Plenilune and Cruzan stay pat with nice points gains as well. Indian Hemp and Roamin are on the move with a share of the winner's points for ROI on 6/23.

Status in time (if anyone cares): JB is on track, in fact a month ahead of DG pace at this time last year, to eclipse the record points total of 565 DG ended up with last year. BTW JB ended up with a not to sneeze at 508 total last year and with right at 4 months to go to Breeders Cup.

Thanks for playing and keep those cards and letters coming in. And again great to see EP back on the board.

1. 388 JolyB (6/16 2nd Pts and 6/23 1st Pts tie, 2nd in ROI)
2. 362 Ruffian (6/23 1st Pts tie)
3. 308 Real Quiet (6/16 3rd Ptys and 6/23 2nd Pts)
4. 282 DonGudio (6/16 1st Pts and 6/23 3rd Pts)
5. 207 Plenilune (6/16 1st ROI)
6. 127 Cruzan (6/16 2nd ROI and 6/23 4th Pts)
7. 70 NJ Stinks
8. 63 Indian Hemp (6/23 1st ROI tie)
10. 21 Roamin (6/23 1st ROI tie)
11. 10Banter
12. 1 ElPrado

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through July 7, 2018

So we had a little movement these last two weeks as JolyB continues to lead the pack with two 2nd's in Pts while Ruffian stays within striking distance adding nicely to here total. DonGuido starts to find his groove and takes the prize for the big move nailing a REPEAT and jumps over RQ to take on the 3 hole. Real Quiet adds minor points but slips a rung in 4th and Cruzan reaps rewards for his nice gains in each of the two contests.

NJ Stinks takes in minor points hanging tough in 7 hole as Roamin and Banter hang on to their positions. Thanks for playing as we get closer to those great racing days at The Spa and Del Mar!

1. 404 JolyB (2nd Pts 6/30 and 2nd Pts 7/7)
2. 384 Ruffian (1st ROI & 3rd Pts 6/30 and 4th Pts)
3. 331 DonGudio (1st Pts 6/30 and 1st Pts REPEAT w/ 20 bonus pts and 2nd ROI 7/7)
4. 313 Real Quiet (4th Pts 6/30)
5. 209 Plenilune
6. 149 Cruzan (4th Pts & 2nd ROI 6/30 and 1st ROI 6/30)
7. 74 NJ Stinks (4th ROI 6/30)
8. 65 Indian Hemp
10. 27 Roamin (3rd Pts 7/7)
11. 16 Banter (3rd ROI 6/30)
12. 2 ElPrado

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through July 14, 2018

Ruffian stays pat on the second rung of the ladder adding points for a show position in the Points contest. Real Quiet takes on minor honors in both contests and hangs tough in the 4 hole while Plenilune has a stellar day in the Points Contest and adding a place showing in ROI. Roamin registers a great showing with a humongous win in ROI and nabs the place spot in Points as well.

And I am happy to add Cal288 to the points totals board. I bet Cal288 can't wait to have some more fun this week. And keep those cards and letters coming in.

1. 405 JolyB
2. 389 Ruffian (3rd Pts)
3. 332 DonGudio
4. 321 Real Quiet (4th Pts and ROI)
5. 227 Plenilune (1st Pts and 2nd ROI)
6. 150 Cruzan
7. 75 NJ Stinks
8. 66 Indian Hemp
10. 45 Roamin (2nd Pts and 1st ROI)
11. 17 Banter
12. 2 ElPrado
13. 1 Cal288

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through July 21, 2018

Hardly and movement except that Cal828 jumps over EP to take over the 12 spot. JolyB maintains the lead with excellent scores in each contest DonGuido gains a little ground in the 3 hole while RealQuiet adds to his total as well getting very comfortable on the 4th rung of the ladder. And Banter nails the win in ROI adding nicely to her score.

Thanks for playing and sorry but it's hard in my mind to Justify the rest of the year without watching him run. I understand why they had to do it, but . . . well . . . enough said. Let's enjoy this wonderful sport at the Spa and Where the Turf Meets the Surf for the short period we can.


1. 424 JolyB (1st Pts and 2nd ROI)
2. 390 Ruffian
3. 340 DonGudio (2nd ROI)
4. 326 Real Quiet (3rd Pts)
5. 228 Plenilune
6. 151 Cruzan
7. 76 NJ Stinks
8. 66 Indian Hemp
10. 46 Roamin
11. 28 Banter (1st ROI)
12. 5 Cal828 (4th Pts)
13. 1 ElPrado

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through July 28, 2018

OK, it appears the JolyB is putting on his professor hat again at the Spa and easily pulling away from all of us as Ruffian adds minor point as does DonGuido both stay pat in their positions. Real Quiet hits a nice 2nd in ROI to creep closer to DG and Cal828 adds points for 2nd place honors in the Pts contest.

It's looking like JB has the Spa all figured out, so we can say bye bye and play for bridesmaid honors the rest of way to the Breeders Cup. Lets see how the Aug 4 results add up. I know the Spa is not being kind to me . . . but then again what's new???:confused::zz:

1. 455 JolyB (1st Pts REPEAT +20 bonus Pts)
2. 394 Ruffian (4th Pts)
3. 345 DonGudio (3rd Pts)
4. 334 Real Quiet (2nd ROI)
5. 218 Plenilune
6. 121 Cruzan
7. 76 NJ Stinks
8. 66 Indian Hemp
10. 76 Roamin
11. 29 Banter
12. 13 Cal828 (2nd Pts)
13. 2 ElPrado

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through August 4, 2018

JolyB is putting on a Secretariat-Belmont performance with the first THREE PEAT of the year adding "gobs" of points to his leading status while Ruffian continues to add nicely to her totals as well gaining points in each contest. Real Quiet hits a first in ROI and a second in Pts which allows him to leap over DG to regain the 3rd rung of the ladder and Cal828 keeps climbing the ladder in the lower tier.

Is a FOUR BAGGER in the mix for JB? Never been done before but if anyone can do it, JB can . . . we'll see as we take to Arlington Park this week. Thanks all for playing and keep those cards and letters coming in.


1. 503 JolyB (1st Pts Three Peat +30 bonus Pts and a 2nd in ROI)
2. 403 Ruffian (3rd in both Pts and ROI)
3. 352Real Quiet (2nd ROI)
4. 346 DonGudio
5. 218 Plenilune
6. 121 Cruzan
7. 76 NJ Stinks
8. 66 Indian Hemp
10. 76 Roamin
11. 29 Banter
12. 13 Cal828 (2nd Pts)
13. 2 ElPrado

[DonGuido]

Quick update since I'm way behind by letting real life get in the way of my fun here . . . oh well, not retired yet and still loving my job so it could be worse. Now back to the contest, after that short "who cares DG" editorial.

Points and ROI Totals through August 18, 2018

Not much change except DG is playing "tag your it" with RQ to recapture the 3 hole while JB maintains his even more commanding lead out front as Ruffian cuts into it slightly. Update coming soon for Oct 25 to get us current. Apologies for my tardiness.

1. 522 JolyB
2. 428 Ruffian
3. 358 DonGudio
4. 354 Real Quiet
5. 219 Plenilune
6. 133 Cruzan
7. 78 NJ Stinks
78 Roamin
9. 66 Indian Hemp
10. 38 Banter
11. 28 Cal828 (2nd Pts)
12. 4 ElPrado

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through August 25, 2018

Labor Day Weekend update with lots of yard work and home stuff and I LABORed way to hard and today I may rest up . . . but anyway back to the totals. No change in the order asJolyB continues his smooth and easy ride to the Year's Handicap Champion while Ruffian adds nicely to her total in the 2 spot and DonGuido widens the separation from RQ adding minor points. Plenilune nails the win in ROI and increase her points totals hanging tough on the fifth rung of the ladder. Banter nabs a place position in ROI and Cal 828 hits show spot in the Points contest both add nicely to their totals.

Let's see how the last Saturday card at Saratoga treats us, giving me a "no show" "no points" . . . with guests visting and just too much going on. Always a sad day when racing has to wait again until next year at the Spa.

Thanks for playing and keep those cards and letters coming in.


1. 530 JolyB (2nd Pts)
2. 439 Ruffian (1st Pts)
3. 362 DonGudio (4th Pts tie)
4. 355 Real Quiet
5. 233 Plenilune (1st ROI and 4th Pts tie)
6. 139 Cruzan
7. 79 NJ Stinks
79 Roamin
9. 67 Indian Hemp
10. 46 Banter (2nd ROI)
11. 33 Cal828 (3rd Pts)
12. 5 ElPrado

[RUFFIAN]

DON
“...Points and ROI Totals through October 18, 2018 <===
... Update coming soon for Oct 25 <=== to get us current. LMLFAO Apologies for my tardiness.

MEOWZA DONATELLO DUDE
OCTOBER??? :confused:

It kind of sounds like “FUN” took priority over “REAL LIFE” ~
leaving your brain skipping over September right into October :eek: :zz:

ROTFLMVTFAO ;)

[DonGuido]

DON
“...Points and ROI Totals through October 18, 2018 <===

MEOWZA DONATELLO DUDE
OCTOBER??? :confused:

It kind of sounds like “FUN” took priority over “REAL LIFE” ~
leaving your brain skipping over September right into October :eek: :zz:

ROTFLMVTFAO ;)I was waiting for you to pounce on that like the feisty catastrophic feline you are sensing slightest odor of cat-nipping or in my case cat-napping. Glad you got a catatonic cackle out of it, since I did to as soon as I quicly went back to correct it. For some reason September doesn't exist in my brain this year. I did that once at work too and glad it didn't go out to the client. Maybe I'm blocking it out since my birthday is in September and I'm tired of having them!!!

[RUFFIAN]

DON-THE-SWEETIE-PIE QUIPS

"...I was waiting for you to pounce on that like the feisty catastrophic feline
you are sensing slightest odor of cat-nipping or in my case cat-napping.

Glad you got a catatonic cackle out of it, since I did too.."
====================================
INDEED....
MY FLAWLESS, FERVENT, FLAMBOYANT FELINE RADAR
IS ALWAYS ON THE "CATNIP-HIGH" ALERT SETTING ;)

"SPIDEY~SENSES" CANNOT EVEN COMPARE! :eek:

I NEEDED A CAPTIVATING CACKLE SO THANKS FOR PURRR-VIDING IT :{>:

[DonGuido]

DON-THE-SWEETIE-PIE QUIPS

"...I was waiting for you to pounce on that like the feisty catastrophic feline
you are sensing slightest odor of cat-nipping or in my case cat-napping.

Glad you got a catatonic cackle out of it, since I did too.."
====================================
INDEED....
MY FLAWLESS, FERVENT, FLAMBOYANT FELINE RADAR
IS ALWAYS ON THE "CATNIP-HIGH" ALERT SETTING ;)

"SPIDEY~SENSES" CANNOT EVEN COMPARE! :eek:

I NEEDED A CAPTIVATING CACKLE SO THANKS FOR PURRR-VIDING IT :{>:I just got out-alliterated. Shoulda known better.:wf

[JolyB]

I just got out-alliterated. Shoulda known better.:wf

Don, when it comes to alliterative adumbrations it is Ruffian's world; the rest of us just live in it.:rolleyes:

[RUFFIAN]

JOYOUS JOLY ~

A TENACIOUS TENDERHEARTED TEMERARIOUS
TITILLATING TRANSMUNDANE THANK YOU
FOR YOUR COLOSSALLY CHARMING COMPLIMENT :{>:

WHAT A GLEEFUL GENEROUS GENTLEMAN YOU ARE :tro:

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through September 8, 2018

OK I'm lagging behind on my duties again and no excuses this time. No change in the order as JB continues his insurmountable and record setting lead with Ruff holding firm grip on the 2nd hole. RQ and DG "battle it out: :) for the 3rd rung of the ladder with Plen says "watch out boys, I'm right behind yas". Many others gained ground as well. Let's see how Woodbine treats us as we get closer to the Breeders Cup at Churchill.

1. 546 JolyB (2nd Pts 9/1 and 9/8)
2. 439 Ruffian (3rd Pts and 4th ROI 9/8)
3. 376 DonGudio (4th Pts and 1st ROI 9/8)
4. 367 Real Quiet (1st Pts 9/1)
5. 348 Plenilune (4th Pts 9/1 and 1Pts 9/8)
6. 151 Cruzan (1st ROI 9/1)
7. 85 NJ Stinks (3rd ROI 9/1)
8. 81 Roamin
9. 75 Indian Hemp (3rd ROI 9/1)
10. 48 Banter
11. 41 Cal828 (3rd Pts 9/1 and 9/8)
12. 17 ElPrado (4th ROI 9/1 and 2nd ROI 9/8)

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through September 15, 2018

So JolyB nabs minor points and continues as our leader while Ruffian hits for the place spot. Real Quiet changes places with DG again stepping up to the contentious 3rd rung of the ladder and Plenilune hangs tough right behind the two Amigos in the five hole. Cruzan brings home the most "bacon" for the day adding nicely to his totals with 1st and 2nd in both contests and cal828 jumps up to join the top ten for the first time.

Congrats to all the points "getters" and it's off to PARX for the PA Derby and more. And a college football editorial note: can my Clemson Gentlemen find the secret to the tricky Georgia Tech Engineers double/triple option running game and pull off win #4? Clemson has tons of talent but they have not been overly impressive this year so far.


1. 551 JolyB (3rd Pts)
2. 447 Ruffian (2nd Pts tie)
3. 378 Real Quiet (1st ROI)
4. 376 DonGudio
5. 352 Plenilune (4th Pts)
6. 169 Cruzan (1st Pts and 2nd ROI)
7. 86 NJ Stinks
8. 82 Roamin
9. 76 Indian Hemp
10. 49 Cal828 (2nd Pts tie)
11. 48 Banter
12. 18 ElPrado

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through September 29, 2018

OK update on totals for the past two contests. No change in positions except DG leaped over RQ again to take on the 3 hole. RQ's been "Real Quiet" :) lately and maybe just chillin out while getting ready to pounce on us for the Gallivan Cup.

You can see where we're at for now. Thanks for playing and keep those cards and letters coming in!!!

1. 563 JolyB (9/22 1st ROI)
2. 463 Ruffian (9/22 3rd Pts 9/29 1st Pts)
3. 391 DonGudio (9/22 1st Pts 9/29 4th Pts)
4. 380 Real Quiet
5. 361 Plenilune (9/29 2nd Pts)
6. 174 Cruzan (9/29 3rd Pts)
7. 87 NJ Stinks
8. 86 Roamin (9/22 4th Pts)
9. 76 Indian Hemp
10. 57 Cal828 (9/22 2nd Pts)
11. 48 Banter
12. 20 ElPrado

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through October 13, 2018

Trust me on this update as far as the numbers go. Only movement is with the RQ-DG back and forth as RQ lands back in the 3 hole. The other change is Roamin taking over the 7 spot.

With only one more contest until Breeders Cup the top 10 is pretty well defined to compete for the Gallivan Cup. And we will have the usual announcements during the week before and after.

Thanks for playing and keep those cards and letters coming in!!!:)

1. 569 JolyB
2. 477 Ruffian
3. 404 Real Quiet
4. 397 DonGudio
5. 373 Plenilune
6. 189 Cruzan
7. 88 Roamin
8. 87 NJ Stinks
9. 77 Indian Hemp
10. 70 Cal828
11. 48 Banter
12. 22 ElPrado

[DonGuido]

Points and ROI Totals through October 20, 2018

Not much going on with two weeks to go to Breeders Cup, EXCEPT FOR THE DUELING "BROTHERS" of the forum for the 3rd spot. Again they change positions as DG up ends RQ for the coveted 3 hole. What will happen this coming Saturday between the dazzling duo . . . better yet WHO CARES!!!

My bets on RQ to regain numero tres again. Any odds on that???

1. 570 JolyB
2. 481 Ruffian (4th Pts)
3. 408 DonGudio (1st Pts)
4. 405 Real Quiet
5. 381 Plenilune (2nd Pts)
6. 190 Cruzan
7. 89 Roamin
8. 87 NJ Stinks
9. 77 Indian Hemp
10. 71 Cal828
11. 48 Banter
12. 23 ElPrado

[DonGuido]

Points and ROi Totals through October 27, 2018

Determining the Top Ten to go for the Gallivan Cup. So Banter and ElPrado joined the group late or very late thus understandably why they missed out. Most if the rest have been solid players most every week and thus you have the Top Ten as numbered.

And to note JolyB has eclipsed DonGuido's points total record of 560 up to the weekend before Breeders Cup. Nice job JB, records are made to be broken. So we have our top ten and it's time to cap the cappers.

1. 571 JolyB
2. 492 Ruffian (1st Pts)
3. 413 DonGudio (3rd Pts)
4. 406 Real Quiet
5. 382 Plenilune (2nd Pts)
6. 215 Cruzan (1st ROI and 4th Pts)
7. 90 Roamin
8. 88 NJ Stinks
9. 79 Cal828
10. 77 Indian Hemp

11. 48 Banter
12. 23 ElPrado

[DonGuido]

Year End Points and ROI Totals through BC Weekend November 3, 2018

1. 572 JolyB
2. 496 Ruffian (4th Pts tie)
3. 424 DonGudio (1st Pts)
4. 417 Real Quiet (1st ROI)
5. 387 Plenilune (3rd Pts)
6. 216 Cruzan
7. 96 NJ Stinks (2nd ROI)
8. 94 Roamin (4th Pts tie)
9. 87 Cal828 (2nd Pts)
10. 77 Indian Hemp

11. 48 Banter
12. 24 ElPrado

[RUFFIAN]

MRRRRRRRRRRRRROW! :(

Missed The ''Flamboyant~500'' Club By 4 Wilting Whiskers! :eek:
Probably Due To My Lack Of ''Classic-Acceleration'' :rolleyes: :zz:

[Real Quiet]

Congrats Joly on your overall points win for the year. That's a whole lotta points and consistency each and every week. Kudos to Ruffian for chasing Joly all year and for a great points total too.

[JolyB]

Thank you for the kind words, Real Quiet. Shall I try for the Jacques Who designation again in this year's ROI, or is that something better avoided? I've never been quite sure.:rolleyes: