Triple Crown Fantasy League Incentivizes Strategic Drafting and Active Management

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"I thought magnitude was great I thought he was the best performance of the week there you know I I don't think he's gonna be that Iowa Derby risen star type horse I also don't think he's anywhere close to the travers horse that was so bad I think he kind of is meeting in the middle there with two solid efforts in a row Pennsylvania derby getting second and then the Clark winning I like that he has that style now where he doesn't have to have the lead you know that's important as you get into the bigger races so I it's look I don't know that he's good enough to be you know those heavy hitters that are coming back but I think he's put himself in in conversation I think they spot him right I think there's a lot of races he can win out there"

The hosts discuss Magnitude's performance, noting his improvement and versatility. They suggest he is not a top-tier contender for the biggest races but is in the conversation for wins in well-matched fields. The hosts highlight his ability to adapt his running style, which is crucial for success in major competitions.

"I wasn't an overly impressed with him I think it was a good workman like type of win he certainly was not as impressive as his maiden win and I do think he probably got a lot out of that race having to kind of go head to head with a horse and put him away and then win just just you know it was a good performance I don't think it was a great performance that's all I would describe it"

The hosts analyze Further Do's performance in a Kentucky Derby prep race. They describe his win as workmanlike rather than impressive, noting it did not match the quality of his maiden victory. The hosts believe the race provided valuable experience but did not elevate him beyond a group of similar contenders.

"I'm on the two as well I think this horse might be pretty damn good and I think at one race kind of learned a lot got you know got some experience going a mile but I think stretching out now will make this horse even better"

The hosts express confidence in Paladin, the number two horse in the Remsen Stakes. They believe his single race provided valuable experience and that stretching out to a longer distance will further enhance his performance. The hosts anticipate Paladin will be a strong contender.

"Look I really think the class relief can't be overstated like this is such an easier race than what he's been facing I think the trip's going to be the big key like I I think it's a two horse race between the six and the seven so I I'm not going to talk you off the six at all The distance will be a big key and then the trip of you know you you go slower obviously when you're going longer so will there be a horse like and let's just throw out Nika because he's been up there their close will there be a horse that's you know a mile type runner or Doc Sullivan maybe a little bit that speeds Phileas Fogg up and gets him out of his game that's going to be the key right"

The hosts discuss the Cigar Mile Handicap, focusing on Phileas Fogg's potential advantage due to class relief from facing easier competition. They identify the trip and pace as critical factors, suggesting a two-horse race between Phileas Fogg and Bishop's Bay. The hosts also consider whether other horses might disrupt Phileas Fogg's preferred front-running style.

"First of all I am going to reevaluate the points that I give out for each race so I'm gonna have a new list for everybody probably tomorrow gotta give me some time to rewrite these rules Well you definitely rewrite it now that you didn't get the one pick you know what I'm saying like now that we got screwed a little bit you can make right these so it works out a little bit better for for you and I mostly Ted Nafy cannot be drafted first is what we're talking about"

The host announces a rule change for the fantasy league, stating that points for each race will be re-evaluated. He also mentions that Ted Nafy cannot be drafted first, implying a potential adjustment to the rules based on recent outcomes or perceived imbalances. This change aims to create a more equitable and engaging fantasy draft experience.

"First of all I am going to reevaluate the points that I give out for each race so I'm gonna have a new list for everybody probably tomorrow gotta give me some time to rewrite these rules Well you definitely rewrite it now that you didn't get the one pick you know what I'm saying like now that we got screwed a little bit you can make right these so it works out a little bit better for for you and I mostly Ted Nafy cannot be drafted first is what we're talking about"

The host announces a rule change for the fantasy league, stating that points for each race will be re-evaluated. He also mentions that Ted Nafy cannot be drafted first, implying a potential adjustment to the rules based on recent outcomes or perceived imbalances. This change aims to create a more equitable and engaging fantasy draft experience.