Jockey confidence + /-

[allcat2020]

Jockey reliability really factors into my handicapping, maybe more than ever.
Reliable jockeys:
*Prat - He almost ALWAYS puts the horse in best position to win. For me, the #1 jockey when singling in Horizontal bets.
*Others - Ortiz brothers usually, Detorri grass, Paco Lopez at smaller circuits, and Kyle Frey is underrated for his opportunistic rides. Also, Tiago Pereria is sharp on an outside post closer; not as much on front running rail horses.

Unreliable:
*Antonio Fresu - there are times when he can put in great ride, then 30 minutes later look like it’s his first time on horse. He’s gotten more inconsistent this year.
*Mario Guitierrez - would NEVER single him in a Horizontal bet. Without Reddam supported horses, his win rate would drop significantly. Convinced if Reddam rode other jocks his Stable’s win % would jump.
*Van Dyke - was really struggling, but Gulfstream boosting him.

You have tips on other jocks?

[docd]

Dylan Davis ,I believe he has the highest ROI in the Spa colony,Add Kendrick Carmouche,great rider but doesn't get enough mounts IMHO.

[allcat2020]

Great call on Dylan Davis - I’ve noticed him this year, and seems to always be a value.

Also, not sure what Irad was doing in the last race at Saratoga on the 2 - is he trying to drive up horse’s odds for next race. Bizarre ride, just sat all the way to wire after great start and position. He does odd things at times.

[Badactor]

This is a great topic!

There are a couple jockeys I'd say are always dependable for good efforts.
Ramon A Vazquez doesn't get the best horses, but watch out when he does.
In fact, he's got a one going today in Saratoga's 8th @ 20-1. Hot recent work.
(result: flashed speed, faded, ran last)

My other dependable jockey - especially in Stakes races - is of course... HIB.