Today's Hawthorne Matinee Horse Racing Picks

Across the Board

Refers to betting on a horse to finish first, second, and third to cover any of those scenarios happening during a race

Silks

The colorful jacket and cap worn by a jockey which features the design of the owner.

Exacta

A bet selecting the first and second horses in a race in the correct order. An exacta box refers to paying a little more to ensure they can finish in either order.