Video: Play these long shots on Churchill's claiming crown card

By Sara Elbadwi
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Now that the Breeders' Cup is over, hard-knocking claiming horses will have their day in the spotlight at Churchill Downs on Saturday. The claiming crown gives them the opportunity to compete in various divisions on both turf and dirt. Handicapper Sara Elbadwi discusses two long shots worth considering on the card in this week's Outrun the Odds episode. 

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Race 2 features the return of an exciting and undefeated horse in No. 6 Strobe, who is understandably the favorite. At 3-5 morning line though, finding an alternative price to use underneath for an exacta could be the way to bet the race.

Race 6 features a horse who is switching barns and getting a leading jockey aboard. At 10-1 ML, he's an extremely consistent type that usually hits the board. 

For more video handicapping content, subscribe to the Horse Racing Nation YouTube channel. Bettors can check out Paddock Prince picks for the entire Saturday card at Churchill Downs. 

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