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Jay Cronley, Special to ESPN.comHandicapping a horse race is like the search for a good golf swing in two main ways. There's a lot to remember. And, pressure causes forgetfulness.
Story | Conversation | July 20, 2009Quiet money
Jay Cronley, Special to ESPN.comHorse race handicapping has changed so much in recent years, some of the classic how-to books seem to have been written about chariot races.
Story | Conversation | July 13, 2009Full-figured Preakness
Jay Cronley, Special to ESPN.comThe highest Beyer number going into the Derby ran 11th.
Story | Conversation | May 13, 2009Boob tube
Jay Cronley, Special to ESPN.comNo sport is handled worse on TV than horse racing.
Story | Conversation | January 26, 2009What we've learned
Jay Cronley, Special to ESPN.comHere's what I might have learned from this round of Breeders' Cup follies; you never know if you gained any material of value until you bet again.
Story | Conversation | October 27, 2008Disfavor
Jay Cronley, Special to ESPN.comAnybody can bet a favorite. All it takes is money and the urge to associate.
Story | Conversation | October 24, 2008Taking stock
Jay Cronley, Special to ESPN.comAnd on a weekday late afternoon after the stock market fell apart like a cheap lawsuit filed in futile behalf of some stomped stockholders, the horse race simulcast joint had more people in it than at any time in recent memory.
Story | Conversation | September 29, 2008Spring fever
Jay Cronley, Special to ESPN.comIt happens every spring, but not once a spring; it happens daily, or thereabouts, throughout the season.
Story | Conversation | April 07, 2008Poor them
Jay Cronley, Special to ESPN.comResponsible gambling is winning. Irresponsible gambling is losing.
Story | Conversation | November 13, 2007Sport of Queens
Jay Cronley, Special to ESPN.comWhat could be more exciting than a 20-horse race that can't be picked?
Story | Conversation | April 19, 2007A taxing situation
Jay Cronley, Special to ESPN.comHere are some tips for horse players being audited by you-know-whom.
Story | Conversation | March 27, 2007Cup Day blog
Jay Cronley, Special to ESPN.comJay will be dropping in all day between races with his observations and musings on ESPN's inaugural coverage of the Breeders' Cup World Championships. Check this page throughout the day for updated comments.
Story | Conversation | November 03, 2006The loan wolf
Jay Cronley, Special to ESPN.comJay's recent investments at the track aren't limited to his wagers.
Story | Conversation | August 30, 2006The Fancy Season
Jay Cronley, Special to ESPN.comSpring is here, which means things can get kind of silly in horse racing.
Story | Conversation | March 28, 2006'Champions' is racing's ultimate history book
Jay Cronley, Special to ESPN.comJay received a number of books over the holidays, but none as appreciated as "Champions" from Daily Racing Form.
Story | Conversation | January 11, 2006EXPLORE RELATED TOPICS
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