Today's AU - The Valley Horse Racing Picks

Yielding

A rain-soaked turf condition often producing a slick or heavy course and slower finish times.

Pari-Mutuel

A pool style wagering system, where all money input through betting is divided among those with winning tickets (save for various deductions by the track operators).

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