Belmont Big A Picks for May 9: Ruffian Stakes and Peter Pan

Cashin’ W/ the Wolf”Its Howling Time!” · May 9, 2026 · 5m

Locking in plays for Belmont at the Big A on May 9: focusing on two key spots—Race 7 (Ruffian Stakes) and Race 9 (Peter Pan Stakes). I'll give my top pick, two backups, and the trip I want to see for each.

Ruffian (Race 7): Top pick is #6 Irish Maxima (5-1) — prefer a mid-pack, ground-saving trip with Pennington tucking in and launching a long sustained run late. Second is #3 Eunomia (6-5) — needs a clean break and an inside, ground-saving journey to be in contention. Long shot is #1 Cassiar (10-1) — use the rail, try to get brave early and force others to chase.

Peter Pan (Race 9): Top pick…