Dee Zephyr

Demons co-captain hopeful of facing Cats in round 1.
http://m.afl.com.au/news/2018-01-12/cautious-viney-still-weeks-from-full-training

Apologies if this has been posted already. 

Angus Brayshaw. 

Hopefully we get a full season out of this kid so he can showcase his potential. 

7 minutes ago, Dr. Gonzo said:

I'd have him in our best team. While he isn't the smoothest operator going around he does have a major thing in his favour, guts and determination. That can get a player a long way, and he'd seemed to get over his goalkicking yips before being rubbed out for the hit on Mills. He did dob a crucial goal against the Crows at Adelaide Oval against the run of play to keep us in it when the Crows got out to a 4-5 goal lead remember.

Funny you mention the Crows game, I watched the highlights of that game today  and that was a huge goal he kicked from the pocket in the second quarter. Bobbed up for another also. He has an ability to find space, has a good leap and his defensive efforts are pretty good.

Someone posted a pic of their TV after the QB clash pointing out a 50 metre chase by Bugg that thwarted a Pies attack at a crucial stage in the last. 

3 minutes ago, DemonOX said:

Well that makes it all better then doesn’t it!!!

Thats one of the things that annoys me. It not rocket science putting together a membership pack but the way it gets done sometimes u would think u would need a PhD to do it. 

Exactly DemonOx, I spoke to them directly on the phone back in October and I could hear the person typing on the computer  when I was requesting which player is to go with each name. 

Therefore, you would assume the information was entered correctly at that point in time. 

When I called them about the mistake, they took the names again, threw me the sorry line and advised me the cards will be posted again. Being a week or so before Christmas there was no chance I was receiving their cards by Christmas.

2 minutes ago, old dee said:

Probably the same people who sent out the finals info last year.

We are still not flash in a few areas.

It was disappointing.

 I spoke to someone from the membership department via phone in regards to customising the kids cards back in October, it would have been nice for them to receive the cards with their favourite players on there in time for Christmas. 

I did receive a "sorry about that" though.

10 minutes ago, Good Times Grimes said:

Did all members receive their scarf with their membership pack? I received the membership pack but no scarf, and heard rumours of some people receiving multiple scarfs. Not too fussed about whether or not I get it, but would just like to know what's going on.

No scarf here either with the pack and they sent me the wrong membership cards for the kids.

2 hours ago, hardtack said:

 Saw VDB, who did not participate and did appear to be in some discomfort walking across the ground.

 

This doesn't look good for him. Sounds like he's coming from a long way back.

Having a look at him prior to Christmas, it looked like he struggled to maintain muscle during his rehab.

Here's wishing he makes it back and soon.

6 minutes ago, Macca said:

Yep ... the prizemoney on offer is remarkable  for the Magic Millions meeting.  As previosly mentioned, I'll have a go at the 1400m Cup race and will probably have a few 'Interest' bets on the other feature races. 

There's not a lot of sport happening on Saturday arvo's now so the races takes centre-stage.  Even in the footy season we rarely play on a Saturday arvo so the Brisbane & Adelaide carnivals fits nicely after the Autumn Carnival.

And the big races from Europe kicks off in early May as well ... there are any number of Set Weight or WFA races to hold my interest.  'Winx' travelling over there for a few races adds to the interest.

The Brisbane winter carnival is one my favourites.

I lived in Brisbane from 2011-14 and would frequent the local on Saturdays to watch the Dees with the races in the background. With our performances during that time it wasn't hard to turn your attention to the races.

I attended Stradbroke Handicap Day one year whilst up there. It was a great day out with many quality horses running. Best part was you didn't have to push through 100,000 people to get to a bar. 

3 minutes ago, Macca said:

 

 

Keep forgetting to ask about how either of you are faring or if you even have a flutter at this time of year? 

I tend to bet the same way all year round ... a trifecta on a feature race or 2 most weekends (when they're up) and that's about it.

First 4's sometimes but they are really hard to get unless one throws the field in for 4th (and by doing that you often end up with a low percantage of the dividend)

I enjoy having a flutter during the carnivals and will do as much study as possible. I tend to mix it up during those times with quinellas, trifectas and first fours. I will back a horse to win if I believe it's overs in the betting. I finished slightly in front during the spring. I haven't had much success after the carnival but no great damage done either.

This time of the year I rely on a work colleague for tips, he has a horse with the Weir stable and gets some good word on horses, especially mid-week. The fields aren't as strong and you get some decent value for runners. I was going to share a tip yesterday on here but the Mornington meeting was called off. The horse is Von Richter, I'll see if it's worth following next run. 

I'll always have a small bet on the Zephyr when and where he runs and I've been following your selections lately for races you mention. I'll invest a small amount with a small combination to boost the percentage, today the 7 split me and I missed out on the tri.

Silly me, in hindsight I could've taken your top selections for 1st and added the 7 and 8 for second and third.

I look forward to your Magic Millions selections, it's usually a great racing day. There is a $242,000 Maiden Plate on the day with $142,500 for first.

Not bad for a first time winner compared to the horses that slug it out in $15,000 maidens around the country.

On 05/01/2018 at 11:05 PM, Macca said:

Hope all is well there Wadda ...

Pounamu has found it's true form and is worth following up on.  I do like horses that swoop late ... 'Art Series' is another horse from the Ascot carnival to look out for down the track. 

Aside from the big Magic Millions meeting on the 13th Jan,  there's not a lot happening with regards feature races until the Autumn carnival kicks off in February.  However,  there's 1 or 2 Stakes races most weekends to keep things interesting. 

For those that are interested here's a list of all the Group and Stakes races for the entire Australian season.

I did find a G3 race at Sha Tin on Sunday to have a go at though - only 8 runners but 3 stand out and all 3 are well down in the weights from their lead-in runs.  Those 3 horses are the 2, 4 & 5 and I'll put together a Tri & F4 and hope that some sort of combination comes through with the goods.  The 7 & 8 could get into the minor placings as well. 

Sha Tin (Hong Kong) Sunday 7th Jan Race 7 (The G3 Bauhinia Sprint 1000m 7.10pm)

Hi Macca, once again spot on with your selections. I hope you got some kind of return with the right combination.  The 7 was showing $62 on the tote at the jump.

6 minutes ago, Sir Why You Little said:

I thought it was just me...!

Phew, I felt all alone on that one as well....

Jonesy wants a decent write up. Most players are sitting poolside sipping cocktails and our co-captain is doing this during the break.

4 minutes ago, Bombay Airconditioning said:

Is it a full time gig for Dr Turf or just his normal cameo’s?

They will fill the 3pm - 6pm time slot. 

It will be called " KB and the Doc".

I posted the wrong time slot earlier.

3 minutes ago, Bombay Airconditioning said:

I read he has the 9am - 12 slot Monday to Friday. Did KB also get the boot? 

KB will be on from 12pm - 3pm with Dr Turf.

Sorry, from 3pm to 6pm.

1 hour ago, Macca said:

Pounamu was a good thing beaten wasn't it?  Definitely worth following if it comes over to the East - looks a Flemington horse the way it powers home.  It's a 6 year old but it's found it's true form. 

I got a percentage of the Tri as I changed my mind on Material Man - took it to win as well as Pounamu & Trap For Fools instead of Royal Star to win. 

But it was a grandstand finish and a fairytale ending for the family involvement of Material Man.  A great story. 

Yes it was, got stuck behind some traffic, hemmed in at stages and when a run presented, it finished off like a train and missed by centimetres. 

I thought the trifecta paid ok considering 2 favourites filled the top 2 spots. If they bring Pounamu here I will be jumping on the bandwagon. 

Always a great story when there's a family involvement and Ms L Warwicks' post race interview was a good one too.

‘’I was out in front a long time by myself – it’s a massive straight.’’

She said things were ‘real quiet’ but she kept telling herself that ‘no, he’s coming’.

On 28/12/2017 at 7:41 PM, Macca said:

While I think of it,  here's the line up for the Perth Cup next Monday (Jan 1) ...

Racenet.com.au Race 8 Ascot (Perth Cup)

16 runners so it isn't a small field ... Pounamu,  Material Man,  Trap For Fools,  Royal Star,  Dark Alert & Zarantz have all accepted and because of the extra distance & handicap conditions,  the race could well be fought out by the aforementioned horses and a few others. 

 

Terrific finish to the Cup Macca, couldn't be any closer. Once again your selections filled the places.

Pounamu can certainly chase hard. 

4 minutes ago, Sir Why You Little said:

That is on the AFL website??

Yes, Ben Collins on all 18 coaches.

Our coach made his resolution for 2018.

Come on Demonlanders, make us laugh for one last time in 2017. 

What's your resolution on Demonland for 2018?

Happy New Year everyone!

(Source AFL site)

Simon Goodwin (Melbourne)

Pour concrete in the players' drink bottles to harden them up. First, they blew their chance to break an 11-year finals drought, and then they wussed out of a pre-season boot camp. 'Blighty' wouldn’t have taken it as well as I have. But times have changed and I consider myself a SNAC (Sensitive New Age Coach). I just hope the boys don't become SNAPs (Sensitive New Age Players) on the field. 

18 minutes ago, Wadda We Sing said:

Winner had no weight, listening to Weir just before the race, he was very confident. The Zeph just looks like he needs a rest, more or less the 6th run of the campaign time to hit the paddock for a well earned rest. The 3rd placegetter 6 duck eggs before this run, just shows its a matter of finding the right track and race

Yeah, it's been a decent prep. I think his best is behind him but we shall see where they go from here with him. 

A winless year for the Zephyr, now we move on to Doomben for the rest of the day.

No good again, disappointing run in the end. The winner just played with them.

Belated update, the Zephyr is in good order, track is playing evenly. Hoping for 1 out 1 back sit during the run and a long overdue win.

14 minutes ago, Macca said:

2 scratchings so we have a field of 9 Wadda.  However,  the multiple dividends can still pay well with the right combo. 

A number of horses can win whilst all of the runners are genuinely capable of running a place or in the first 4.  I do like Ozi's Choice to win though.  Thelberg is another to watch out for ... ran 2nd to Ozi's Choice last start and will only carry 51kg again.

Agree with you Macca, I've also come up with Ozi Choice and Thelburg as my top 2. After the claims they both meet Dan better at the weights again.

An interesting runner according to the market is Lite'n In My Veins. Former WA horse and didn't really flatter in two spring runs but he was contesting group and listed races over in the West.

28 minutes ago, Wadda We Sing said:

Whats the inside scoop from trackside at lakeside D77? It certainly is a good betting race, 6 dollars the field. I notice Robert Hickmont has a horse in as well. Its the first time ive ever seen one of his in a 1400m race. Maybe hes got some more license as a trainer since he left the Lloyd Williams camp.....I will certainly put him in a few multiples...

Waiting for the latest as we speak, I know connections are happy to have the "Dee" on board.

As far I know they will push forward again but unsure if they will lead with him at this stage.

Hopefully I have some news soon.

12 minutes ago, Macca said:

3 wins from 7 rides by Michael Dee according to racenet.  Of course the 'Dee' in the jockeys name doesn't go unnoticed either!

Quite a good open betting race too - Tri & F4 dividends could be healthy.  I'll be including the Zephyr in my multiples D77.

Spot on Macca,  the "Dee" rode him to 3 wins in a row in the early part of 2016. The horse was red hot back then. 

Lets see if he can recapture some of that form on Saturday. I'll also be concentrating on the multiples for that race. He will add some value if he lands in the first 4.

37 minutes ago, Macca said:

While I think of it,  here's the line up for the Perth Cup next Monday (Jan 1) ...

Racenet.com.au Race 8 Ascot (Perth Cup)

16 runners so it isn't a small field ... Pounamu,  Material Man,  Trap For Fools,  Royal Star,  Dark Alert & Zarantz have all accepted and because of the extra distance & handicap conditions,  the race could well be fought out by the aforementioned horses and a few others. 

And I'll be looking out for the Zephyr race at Sandown on Saturday too! (if it runs) 

By the way,  Racenet.com.au is a more than decent website for form & odds (Thoroughbreds only by the looks of it) The site provides a few interesting links and the race fields,  form & odds are up a number of days in advance. 

Thanks Macca, Dan is running on Saturday.

https://www.racenet.com.au/racing-form-guide/sandown-20171230/ladbrokes-info-hub-handicap-race-6

Michael Dee to ride, he's had success on the horse previously and comes in at 54kg. Juicy odds at the moment.