George Pepis, Author at Crescent City Sports

Magic Man’s Thursday Preview From the Fair Grounds

December 13, 2017
By George Pepis

Before I preview this week of racing, I must note that I did not get a chance to preview Champions Day last week.

Magic Man’s Thursday Preview From the Fair Grounds

December 7, 2017
By George Pepis

Another week of racing is here. The highlight is the Louisiana Champions Day card on Saturday. It is always a fun day and this year it looks like we will have clear skies.

Magic Man’s Sunday Preview From the Fair Grounds

December 3, 2017
By George Pepis

After a dull Friday the Magic Man bounced back with a two win Saturday along with five board finishes. We have but a card to go as we end the second week of racing here at the Fair Grounds. Here now is my look at the Sunday slate of races.

Magic Man’s Saturday Preview From the Fair Grounds

December 2, 2017
By George Pepis

Not exactly a good first two days of this racing week for the Magic Man as two winners came through on Thursday and none won on Friday. Looking to get back on track here now is my look at how I see the Saturday card playing out.

Magic Man’s Friday Preview From the Fair Grounds

December 1, 2017
By George Pepis

An early morning rush of rain led the Fair Grounds into its first inclement track day of the meet as it was labeled sloppy for the early part of the card.

Magic Man’s Thursday Preview From the Fair Grounds

November 29, 2017
By George Pepis

It was a good first full week for the Magic Man as 15 wins dotted the stat line over the first five days of racing.

Magic Man’s Sunday Preview From the Fair Grounds

November 26, 2017
By George Pepis

It was another three-win day for the Magic Man on Saturday. Why not keep it going right?

Magic Man’s Saturday Preview From the Fair Grounds

November 25, 2017
By George Pepis

So far for the first three days of racing in New Orleans, the Magic Man has been consistent at least when the number three is involved.

Magic Man’s Black Friday Preview from the Fair Grounds

November 24, 2017
By George Pepis

Yockey’s Warrior repeated his triumph from last year’s Thanksgiving Day Handicap in solid fashion to cap a good day of racing under immaculate conditions.