Keeneland Friday 4/17 Late Pick 5 - Jackson Muniz and Ryan Petrunyak

In The Money Media Network27mApril 15, 2026

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Jackson Muniz and Ryan Petrunyak provide expert analysis for the Keeneland Friday, April 17th Late Pick 5, offering strategic insights across 10 races. The hosts emphasize the competitive nature of the sequence, with both players favoring a leaner pick five approach focused on high-conviction singles and selective backups. Key races include a competitive sixth race with American Monarch and Little Nye as top contenders, a challenging seventh race where the favorite is heavily overbet, and a pivotal Grade 2 Double Dog Dare where Alpine Princess and Unomia are highlighted as top picks. The final race on the grass features Twirling Claire as the primary selection due to past trouble and improved draw, with long-shot plays on Lord Beth and Sheer Jazz. Both guests stress the importance of identifying horses with favorable trips and avoiding overbet favorites, especially in high-stakes, competitive fields. The episode captures the excitement of Keeneland’s spring meet and builds anticipation for the upcoming Kentucky Derby and Oakland Handicap.

Key Takeaways
1

Focus on lean pick fives with strong singles and minimal exposure to overbet favorites.

2

Twirling Claire in Race 10 is a top pick due to improved draw and past trouble that suggests an upgrade.

3

In the Grade 2 Double Dog Dare, Unomia is favored for her closers’ ability and Flavian Pratt’s pace judgment.

4

Avoid overreliance on horses with poor works or inconsistent form, like Beer Run and the two Wesley Ward maidens.

5

Use long-shot plays like Lord Beth and Sheer Jazz in the final race for potential high returns.

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Chapters
0:00
2 min

Introduction to Keeneland Friday Late Pick 5

Mike introduces the episode, welcoming Jackson Muniz and Ryan Petrunyak for their expert analysis on the Keeneland Friday Late Pick 5. The hosts express excitement for the Keeneland meet and preview the competitive nature of the sequence.

2:00
3 min

Race 6: Upper-Level Optional Claiming – American Monarch vs. Little Nye

If he can work out a trip from that second flight, I think he's going to be difficult to hold off in later stages.

Highlight
5:00
4 min

Race 7: Starter Allowance – Favorite Overbet, Alternates in Focus

I'm going to use the board to tell me if I'm supposed to use the two.

Highlight
9:00
5 min

Race 8: 1X Turf Allowance – Kentucky Down as Top Pick

I just really view him as the horse to beat.

Highlight
14:00
6 min

Race 9: Grade 2 Double Dog Dare – Alpine Princess vs. Unomia

She's also going to be probably the best price of those four.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
Don't be afraid to single it when no one else will.
Ryan Petrunyak25:34
Viral: 85.0
She's supposed to get a really nice trip in this spot.
Jackson Muniz22:54
Viral: 80.0
If he can work out a trip from that second flight, I think he's going to be difficult to hold off in later stages.
Jackson Muniz2:49
Viral: 78.0
Speakers

Host

Mike

Guests

Jackson MunizRyan Petrunyak
Topics Discussed
Late Pick 5 Strategy95%Horse Form and Pace Analysis90%Overbet Favorites and Value Plays88%Post Position and Trip Evaluation87%Jockey and Trainer Impact85%Keeneland Meet Performance80%Long-Shot and Hedge Bets75%Kentucky Derby Countdown70%
People & Brands

Jackson Muniz

person

45xPositive

Ryan Petrunyak

person

42xPositive

Keeneland

other

25xPositive

Mike

person

12xNeutral

American Monarch

other

11xPositive

Little Nye

other

10xPositive

Twirling Claire

other

9xPositive

Durante

other

8xNeutral

Alpine Princess

other

8xPositive

Wesley Ward

other

8xNeutral

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