Keeneland Opening Day Late Pick 5 with Ryan Anderson

In this episode of the In The Money Players' Podcast, Mikey P welcomes back Ryan Anderson to preview the highly anticipated Keeneland Opening Day on Friday, April 4, 2026. The duo dives deep into the late pick five sequence, analyzing each race with expert insight on horse form, jockey matchups, trainer trends, and strategic betting angles. Ryan emphasizes Keeneland’s unique atmosphere, competitive fields, and the potential for massive pick five payouts, especially given the strong presence of top three-year-olds, sprinters, and turf runners. He provides detailed breakdowns of key contenders across races six through ten, including favorites like Grand Motion’s Without, dark horses such as Coco Connect and Remember Mamba, and longshots like the 30-1 six from Laurel. The conversation highlights the importance of pace, post position, and tactical riding, with Ryan advocating for a balanced approach—either backing the favorite or spreading to beat it. The episode also features insights from top handicappers Chris Couples and Ryan Petruniak, and promotes upcoming coverage from the In The Money Media Network, including shows on the Gallup Out and Eric Solomon’s write-ups. The tone is energetic, informed, and deeply rooted in the excitement of the spring racing season.