Edit: But I did nail the tri in the San Diego Handicap (look below the picks – I gave out a $6 tri play that returned $50), and had the winner of race 1 who returned double digit payouts. I just can’t believe someone hit that pick 6.

@Val – oh no! Did you pick Stolen Heart on the post parade impression? I did the same thing and was able to cash. I’m just glad I can still bet Del Mar through the Pen National website (ebetusa – where I’m forced to place my bets). You’re darn right – this exclusivity bull schnat is killing the game. Not only is most racing action on the weekdays when 95% of people are at work – but when the weekend comes and you’d finally like to participate – oh no, sorry – you can’t bet because someone isn’t making an extra 5 cents per wager.