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French Division 1 Fr 30Jan 19:30

Paris St-G.

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Rennes

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT PARIS ST-G.	RECENT FORM
AWALAWHWHWAW​ Most recent​	1 - 2 1 - 2 3 - 0 0 - 0	AWADALHDHW*HL​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: PSG have been leading at half-time in only one of their last seven league games

EXPERT VERDICT: Paris St-Germain dug out a hard-fought 1-0 win at St-Etienne last weekend but their home clash with Rennes should be more open. The visitors, who held PSG to a 1-1 draw in September, have lost four of their last six league games although both teams have scored in six of their last seven in all competitions.

RECOMMENDATION: Both teams to score
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German Bundesliga 1 Fr 30Jan 19:30

Wolfsburg

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B Munich

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT WOLFSBURG	RECENT FORM
HWAWAWHDADHW​ Most recent​	1 - 6 0 - 2 0 - 1 1 - 1	AWHWHWAWHWAW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Bayern Munich are unbeaten domestically this season

EXPERT VERDICT: Wolfsburg have lost only one home Bundesliga match in the last year but that sole defeat came against Bayern Munich and it is difficult to envisage an upset as the Germans return from a winter break. This is second against first but Bayern and in a class of their own and can go 14 points clear.

RECOMMENDATION: Bayern Munich to win 2-0
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English Championship TODAY 19:45

Bournemouth

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Watford

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT BOURNEMOUTH	RECENT FORM
AWAWHLAWALAL​ Most recent​	1 - 1 0 - 1 1 - 2 1 - 1	HLAWALALHWHW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Watford have scored 11 goals in their last four league away matches

EXPERT VERDICT: High-flying Bournemouth have suffered a little blip with two league defeats in three but will fancy their chances of bouncing back in this clash between two of the division’s highest-scoring teams. Watford have won only one game in seven against top-eight sides but should at least find the net at Dean Court.

RECOMMENDATION: Both teams to score
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Scottish Premiership TODAY 19:45

Partick

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St Mirren

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT PARTICK	RECENT FORM
HDALHDALHWAD​ Most recent​	1 - 0 1 - 2 1 - 1 0 - 3	HLALHLAWHDHL​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Partick have lost just one of their last seven home Premiership matches

EXPERT VERDICT: All four of St Mirren's league victories have come on the road, but Partick have proved stronger at Firhill than they were last season. This is just the sort of game the relegation-threatened Buddies need to get something from but with five of Thistle's last seven home matches finishing in draws, this could provide another stalemate.

RECOMMENDATION: Draw
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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Maywood Park

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 8 - Post: 9:30 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 77 - Purse:$5400 - FILLIES & MARES, NON-WINNERS OF $4,000 LAST 5 STARTS


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 4 WINDSUN MONTECARLO 3/1


# 5 MAKENA CAT 9/2


# 2 MAZEPPA HANOVER 5/2


After thorough analysis by the brain trust, WINDSUN MONTECARLO comes out as the top play. May provide us a win based on good recent TrackMaster speed figs - earning an average of 81. This harness racer looks strong considering the high class statistics. Don't toss out of any exotics. Many analyzers will recognize the exemplary speed fig in the last race. Stacks up against any horse in this grouping. MAKENA CAT - Been competing with some tougher customers of late, has a distinct class edge. (Average Rating 81). When starting from the 5 hole, a well above average win percentage has resulted. MAZEPPA HANOVER - Could surprise us at a reasonable price. Don't leave out. If effort in the last race is any indication, this entrant will have a very great shot for this one. High last race TrackMaster SR.

 

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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at The Meadows

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Race 8 - Post: 9:15 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 89 - Purse:$15000 - ***DO ME HONOR*** F& M NOT LISTED PREFERRED MORNING LINE: 1-5-3-6 OLDER MARE PACER OF THE YEAR


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 1 NOVASCOTIA HANOVER 2/1


# 2 CERTIFIED IDEAL 8/1


# 6 MACHAROUNDTHECLOCK 6/1


NOVASCOTIA HANOVER surely appears to be the contender to beat here. Positive feel - performing well enough to contend in this competition. Has the makings of a profitable play, averaging a nifty 90 speed rating. If effort in the most recent competition is any indicator, this nice horse will have a very formidable shot in this contest. High last race speed fig. CERTIFIED IDEAL - The knowledge group gives this interesting entrant a really good chance to come home a winner, class numbers are tops in the field of horses. The consortium happens to know that when you put Hall and Bendis together respectable results frequently occur. MACHAROUNDTHECLOCK - Twaddle fits this horse's style perfectly. They've enjoyed some tremendous results when teaming up. Seems to have a good class edge based on the field of horses she has faced.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Delta Downs

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Race 7 - Maiden Special Weight - 7.5f on the Dirt. Purse: $30000 Class Rating: 71

FOR MAIDENS, THREE YEARS OLD. WEIGHT, 121 LBS.



RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 5 U CALL ME ALEX 5/2


# 8 SPRING ABOUT 4/1


# 9 WOOD MACHINE 7/2


U CALL ME ALEX looks like the bet in here. He must be considered given the competitive speed figures. Is a definite contender - given the 71 Equibase Speed Fig from his most recent race. Is worth a look and may be a bet - strong Equibase Speed Figs (65 average) at today's distance and surface lately. SPRING ABOUT - Had one of the strongest Speed Figures of this group of animals in his last contest. Has been racing in the most competitive company of the group of animals recently. WOOD MACHINE - Shows evidence of the look of a money-making play, averaging a solid 58 speed figure which is one of the most competitive in this group. Will most likely be one of the front-runners of the group going into the halfway point of the race.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Los Alamitos (Quarter Horse)

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Race 5 - Maiden Claiming - 4.5f on the Dirt. Purse: $7000 Class Rating: 71

FOR MAIDENS, THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD. THREE YEAR OLDS, 120 LBS.; OLDER, 123 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $3,500.



RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 4 SHOP FOREVER 1/1


# 5 CLARET FAN 10/1


# 1 AARON'S THUNDER 3/1


I think SHOP FOREVER is a formidable choice. Could provide positive returns based on respectable recent speed figures with an average of 62. Will probably go to the lead and should never look back. Should be considered - I like the figures from the last affair. CLARET FAN - Will more than likely be one of the early speedsters of the group going into the midpoint of the affair. Has been racing strongly and has among the strongest speed in the race for today's distance. AARON'S THUNDER - With a sound 55 average Equibase speed fig at the distance, seems well suited for today's contest. Had one of the most favorable Equibase Speed Figures of this group in his last race.

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Penn National - Race #7 - Post: 8:43pm - Claiming - 5.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $17,100 Class Rating: 88

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#7 GROOVIN' SOLO (ML=7/2)
#3 HEAVENLY WARRIOR (ML=5/1)
#5 WHEREISTHESURPRISE (ML=6/1)


GROOVIN' SOLO - This gelding is in top condition right now. Finished second last time out and comes back promptly. Trainer, Kreiser, has been deliberate with this gelding off the layoff. Look for a solid effort today. HEAVENLY WARRIOR - Colt has shown some pace. This shorter distance should be better for him. WHEREISTHESURPRISE - This gelding is in nice physical condition, having run a strong race on January 15th, finishing third.

Vulnerable Contenders: #1 EMPIRE STAR (ML=5/2), #6 BETTY'S BOY (ML=9/2), #2 CITY'S FAST LANE (ML=6/1),

EMPIRE STAR - Didn't show much last time out of the box. Probably won't make an impact in today's race. BETTY'S BOY - Looked like he was in good form on January 8th. Hasn't been near the track since then though. Not a positive sign. CITY'S FAST LANE - I'd like to see more hospitable recent efforts with morning line odds of 6/1.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Bet on #7 GROOVIN' SOLO to win if you can get at least 3/1 odds

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [3,7]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Box [3,5,7] Total Cost: $6

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
None

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Aqueduct - Race #8 - Post: 4:43pm - Claiming - 6.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $33,000 Class Rating: 74

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#8 BETTY BING BING (ML=8/1)
#5 CONZIG (ML=8/5)
#4 KISS CAT (ML=10/1)


BETTY BING BING - Taking a trip down the class scale; has the ability to make her presence felt. Filly looks like the lone speed here. She may turn the race into a procession. Streicher is hoping to get a little more out of this filly by adding blinkers today. When a horse drops at least 5 lbs (like this one is), you must take notice. It may not seem like much, but should help. CONZIG - The October 13th race at Belmont was at a class level of (89). Dropping to a lower class level considerably, so she should be in a good position. I wouldn't worry too much about the layoff; this mare is ready to run today. This mare's last speed rating is high enough to triumph here, I'll invest in her back again in today's event. Horse has improved at least two Equibase speed fig points in last two races. I look for that trend to continue in this field. KISS CAT - Last race at Aqueduct on Jan 15th was a big class drop for this equine. Facing similar foes today. She should do well this time around. 64-66-71 are last 3 speed ratings. Improving each time out is something she should do again in this field.

Vulnerable Contenders: #2 WISDOM OF OZ (ML=4/1), #3 WARM FRONT (ML=5/1), #7 CURRENCY UNION (ML=6/1),

WISDOM OF OZ - Hard to put your cash on the win end of any horse that finishes second and third as often as this entrant does. WARM FRONT - Had a determined stretch run on November 10th and followed it up with another one. Probably won't see her doing it this time. Don't feel this racer will make an impact in today's event. That last speed rating was common when compared with today's class rating. CURRENCY UNION - This mare finished off the board on November 26th and wasn't close last race out either.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Play #8 BETTY BING BING to win if you can get odds of 5/2 or more

EXACTA WAGERS:
8 with [4,5]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Box [4,5,8] Total Cost: $6

 

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At the Gate - Friday
By Mike Dempsey

The racing went on without us on Thursday at Aqueduct as I thought there was a good chance the card would be canceled. With 16 scratches, maybe they should have just scrapped the card.

The opening race had a field of four, the second race was a field of three, and the fourth race featured a match race after six of the eight entered had to scratch due to a mix up in the racing office. Horses cannot run back for 14 days and those six missed it by a day.

The weather is not going to be good on Friday, with a couple of inches of snow forecast overnight and another inch possible in the morning. Temperatures will reach 35 but it is going to be windy.

Saturday could be a problem with a high of just 25 with winds of 20 to 30 miles per hour, which will mean the wind chill factor will be in the teens or colder.

Even if the Big A does not run on Saturday, there will still be plenty of betting action. At Tampa Bay Downs, the $250,000 Sam F. Davis (G3) drew a field of 12 three-year-olds looking to jump on the Derby Trail.

The Sam F. Davis is not a Derby points race, but does serve as a key prep for the $350,000 Tampa Bay Derby (G2) on March 7, which is a Derby points race.

The Kiaran McLaughlin trained Ocean Knight is the 5-2 morning line favorite. The colt was an impressive winner in his debut going six furlongs on the inner track on Dec. 13, drawing clear to win by 4 ¼ lengths with plenty left in the tank.

His main foe may be Catalina Red (4-1), who won the Inaugural and Pasco Stakes in his last two starts. Mucho Macho Man runner up Ami’s Flatter (9-2) should take some action as well.


Here is today’s opening race from Aqueduct to get the day off to a good start:

AQU Race 1 Md $20,000 (1:20 ET)
5 Samus 1-1
1 Dariel 3-1
2 Westside Tapstress 5-1
7 Folly Fashion 8-1

Analysis: Samus looks likely to get the day off to a chalky start. Last out the filly dueled for thee early lead while down along the two path and had to settle for the runner up spot. The inner paths were not the best place to be that day. After getting beaten double digit lengths two back the cut back to a sprint seems to have suited this gal. There is not much early speed signed up to go here and she may prove tough to catch at a light price.

Dariel is a $35,000 Ocala purchase making her debut for the hot Gullo barn that is 19% winners (with a +ROI) with first timers. The filly debuts with lasix and is by Kipling (7% winners with debut runners) out of a Silic mare that has dropped one foal to race, 3 for 25 Tahiti Shack ($73,730). Decent works on the morning tab and this looks like a soft spot for her debut.

Wagering
WIN: #5 to win at 6-5 or better.
EX: 1,5 / 1,2,5,7
TRI: 1,5 / 1,2,5,7 / 1,2,4,5,7

Today’s Featured Race of the Day from Aqueduct:

AQU Race 7 The Rego Park (4:14 ET)
4 Saratoga Dreamer 4-1
6 Deficit Hawk 9-5
5 Regal Minister 2-1
7 Breakin the Fever 12-1

Analysis: Saratoga Dreamer makes his first start since September where the colt faded to finish eighth going a mile on yielding turf in the Summer (G2) at Woodbine. The colt broke his maiden two back on turf against state breds on turf at the Spa. He comes back here with lasix added and sports a bullet work on the inner track. The Clement barn is 23% winners with runners coming back off a 61-180 day layoff.

Deficit Hawk was a good looking maiden winner in his debut on the inner track, stalking the early pace and finished strongly for the win. The colt earned the top last out speed fig in the effort. The Violette barn has been very live with his lightly raced runners. A repeat of his last outing makes him tough in this spot.

Wagering
WIN: #4 to win at 3-1 or better.
EX: 4,6 / 4,5,6,7
TRI: 4,6 / 4,5,6,7 / 1,4,5,6,7

Live Longshots:
These are price plays for exotic players looking to find a couple of extra contenders to use in their trifecta and superfecta wagers. Or for those with smaller bankrolls, you might want to get in a small win-place wager.

Aqueduct
R1: #7 Folly Fashion 8-1
R2: #2 Hoopskirt 12-1
R5: #3 Oohala 10-1
R6: #7 Hurry Up Alan 8-1
R7: #7 Break the Fever 12-1

Good luck today!

 

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Woodbine Harness: Friday 1/30 Analysis
By Garnet Barnsdale

DRF HARNESS

Race 4 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

EARLY $1 PICK 4:

1,6,7,8 / 2 / 2,4,5 / 2,3,5,10 = $48

MEET STATS: 25 - 73 / $153.90 BEST BETS: 2 - 7 / $13.20 SPOT PLAYS: 2 - 7 / $28.40

Best Bet: DGS PESQUERO (1st)

Spot Play: TOSCA (2nd)


Race 1

(7) DGS PESQUERO took a costly shuffle last week in the Mares Preferred, but missing a check also helped facilitate a drop into this much lower class which she should boss. The only issue might be a very low price. (5) EAT ME UP is a win-shy sort but she showed a bit of grit last week and trainer Moreau has been on a tear, winning 5 dashes Monday night. (1) MACHYNBYRD PRINCESS also drops back into a class where she should share.

Race 2

(10) TOSCA faced better in a NW 3 after missing a week and wasn't disgraced. As a mare she gets to drop back into a class she has already conquered in her penultimate race on January 8th showing good speed both early and late. The 10-hole sweetens the price; top call. (7) PUREFORM OLYMPIA has been on an incredible roll at Flamboro and is the one to beat. She likely won't get the same front-end respect here and may not be on the lead turning home as she is accustomed to. (3) LOVE DETECTIVE is very consistent and will be in striking range as they turn home as she always is. She's not out of the question for the top spot.

Race 3

(6) MARQUISE DE SARAH was worked over pretty good last week which resulted in the end of her win skein. She can rebound with a more patient drive here and the price may be better. (4) BULLET POINT showed a new dimension rallying from far back for second proving you can teach an old dog new tricks. She likely tries to take them down the road again tonight as has been her custom. (7) GREYSTONE LADYLIKE took advantage of some early battling and blew by her rivals in the 3rd quarter while moving at a 26 3/5 clip. It's unlikely she gets the same setup tonight but she is also obviously very sharp.

Race 4

(7) BACK YARD BABY drops back into the only class she has been competitive in of late. Waples will be sending and hoping to take them all the way or work out a pocket trip; top call. (1) CALL IT COURAGE has been showing the signs the past couple of weeks but needs to get a better start and get moving earlier to threaten for the win. (8) HAT TRICK HONEY has raced okay in this class the past three starts and now switches to Jamieson which could get her over the hump in a race with few contenders. (6) RUB N TUG got stung hard last time and led to the stretch call; she is due for some better luck.

Race 5

(2) EXQUISITE GLIDE missed a week heading into last week's start but that didn't affect him a bit as he trotted a 27 2/5 third quarter to get into contention then eke out a narrow win. He is razor-sharp now and should be good for his third straight. (3) O NARUTAC PERFETTO rode the choice's tail to the lane and just failed to pick him off late; the main danger. (6) ETRUSCAN HANOVER managed to stay flat and dug in late to hold off his main foe. His gait issues make him unreliable but he is an obvious danger.

Race 6

In this mostly weak group, those dropping out of the Snowshoe series look best. Of those, we'll call (4) CONVERSATION BOY on top. He showed life last week in the back half despite finishing 7th and we expect him to make a much earlier move vs. these. (5) CREDIT REFUSAL went a big first-up trip last week falling just short; repeat makes him very tough here. (2) DRAGON WAVE also showed some first-over grit in his last and is another in with a chance.

Race 7

This race looks like a place to go very deep on early pick 4 tickets. That being said we'll try (2) BROADWAY PRINCE on top. His last race was much better than previous efforts and if Henriksen can keep him covered up to the lane he might just end his winless skein. (10) SANTO DOMINGO looks best off his most recent but the 10-hole can be the great equalizer. (3) EL ROCK is a good one to use for a minor share and could even upset if sent for forward position early. (5) MIDFIELD MAGIC can be dangerous if he could ever stay flat and reproduce one of his good qualifying miles.

Race 8

(5) LANESIDE LEXUS showed her class last out and easily dispatched weaker foes. Call to repeat against slightly tougher. (1) TRAUMA UNIT showed further progression and hit the ticket at a big price as expected. She will be coming widest and latest again; one of these times. (7) ROLLTIDEROLL is the big speed danger but Henry likely had his choice here and stuck with the choice.

Race 9

(1) A FEARLESS AFFAIR escapes the classier Artistic Fusion here and looks good from the rail. (3) MEA LILLEY MARK missed a month and used last week as a tightener likely. She knows where the wire is and is the main danger. (5) PERFORMING ART when last seen was leading past the half in the Autumn Series Final. She showed good late speed in her qualifier and looks like a must-use in the late pick 4.

Race 10

(5) YS LOTUS couldn't find anywhere to tuck in early and suffered a brutal overland journey as a result in the Snowshoe Final. That he was only beaten 2 1/2 lengths was kind of amazing really; top call here. (3) PL HEAVENLY had his chances eliminated at the post position draw but did well to get a check. He will be tough in here as long as his gait issues don't resurface. (6) IDEAL SHADOW is one of the Baillargeon brother's few winners so far this meet. He should be right there again. (9) ARRIVED LATE slid up the rail late in the mile Monday night to get the job done. These are a bit tougher and post 9 does him no favors; for a minor share. (1) LETS WAIT AND SEE is another that figures highly in a competitive finale.

 

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Meadowlands: Friday 1/30 Analysis
By Derick Giwner

DRF HARNESS

Race 1 - $30,000 Guaranteed Pick Five Pool

Race 3 - $25,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

Race 7 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

MEET STATS: 74 - 303 / $430.60 BEST BETS: 9 - 22 / $33.20

Best Bet: MISTERY WOMAN (11th)

Spot Play: HOW BOUT CASH (10th)


Race 1

(4) PHOTO MASS has missed nearly seven weeks of action but finds a favorable spot to return. (5) CAPTAIN PRIMEAU has shown that he can win at this level. (2) THOUGHTFILLY has yet to pay me dividends, but I'm convinced she is going to win a C-2 here eventually. Maybe new driver Gingras will get her in gear.

Race 2

(4) SAFE FROM TERROR was up against it facing faster foes in the Worldly Beauty series. She drops back into a NW2/3 and should be tough to beat. (9) ALESSANA HANOVER also took on better and was an even fourth when last here. She has a shot at a price. (5) AMERICAN TRUTH had no chance of closing into pedestrian fractions last week after a long stint on the shelf.

Race 3

(5) LUKAS HALL gets a barn change to Julie Miller and we've seen her work wonders with a few trotters over the years. Four-year-old is fast enough to win if Miller can turn him around. (2) DC FLASHBACK is another moving into a new barn; improvement possible. (4) TWISTED PRETZEL has been ultra-consistent; using underneath.

Race 4

(7) BLUSH HANOVER always seems to find herself in the wrong spot at the wrong time. This straight C-1 is the perfect class for her. (2) EIFFEL TOWER raced well in her first start since September and can certainly show more now. (5) KZ BEACH GIRL has early speed and won in this class two starts back.

Race 5

(4) HELIOS really hasn't been that bad since dropping to the C-2 class. Gelding finally draws a good post and knows how to win here. (6) MY MUSCLEMAN comes off a pair of decent efforts and looks as good as any. (5) CURRENT CRISIS has proven to be a contender when he gets a good catch-driver.

Race 6

(6) LINDY'S TRU GRIT has maintained his form for well over a month; narrow edge. (7) MELADY'S MONET is another with a strong recent resume, but he has missed a month of action. (2) ODDS ON AMETHYST has plenty of early zip and should work out a trip if he behaves.

Race 7

(8) TAMASIN HALL won in this class three starts back and has raced evenly against better in subsequent starts. This gal is as fast as any in here and Pierce has a way of getting the most out of a horse. (1) B L CLASS ACT is racing well and should get a big piece. (6) HILL I AM powered away from a less accomplished group last time. This is a nice test for him.

Race 8

(6) JAILHOUSE JUICE had to do some bobbing and weaving through the stretch last time as he was the only one with late trot. This guy looks like he could be sitting on a good race and this blank field should help his cause. (1) BORN TO FIGHT hasn't been as bad as his recent lines would suggest. From this inside post I could see him putting in an improved effort. (9) WORTH THE MONEY AS is in the right class but the post will hurt.

Race 9

(1) WALK THE WALK was a decent second in his first start since July and now faces a lackluster group. (10) WINDING HILL has more GO than we saw last week; Gingras drives tonight. (4) JUSTIN ON BROADWAY picked up some confidence at Yonkers and could be ready to show more now.

Race 10

(3) HOW BOUT CASH comes off an awful line, but those are the types of performances that you just draw a line through and hope they lead to a better price. She drops a notch this week and looks to be in a prime spot. (2) CHOCOHOLIC has early speed in a field without much of that quality. (4) ARUBA VACATION is another who can go a bit early.

Race 11

(5) MISTERY WOMAN was putting in a game uncovered mile when she simply succumbed and made a break. Classy mare gets the class relief she needs to take charge and never look back. (4) MASTER OF LAW is another facing slightly easier. He shouldn't find much traffic in this small field. (8) SPIDER BLUE CHIP has a couple of races under his belt now and would be no surprise.

Race 12

(3) PAN LUIS OBISPO gets a huge class break this week and should bring a top effort. (7) MONTENEGRO is another dropping down, but the outside post may hurt. (2) TREVOR'S BEBE has no chance of rallying into a slow pace last time.

Race 13

(3) LAUDERDALE clocked a decent mile in the morning following the break the prior week. If he trots, he should go down the road. (5) VIBE BLUE CHIP hasn't been very good but neither have most of these. (2) MAJESTIC STONE is another who could get a nice piece of the pie if he minds his manners. (4) WHERES THE CLICKER goes out for a barn that has been racing well.

 

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Yonkers: Friday 1/30 Analysis
By Brewster Smith

DRF HARNESS

MEET STATS: 11 - 60 / $50.50 BEST BETS: 0 - 5 / $0.00

Best Bet: NEFERTITI BLUECHIP (12th)

Spot Play: CASHONTHEROCKS (2nd)


Race 1

(7) FOX VALLEY LEO Quite sharp in his latest and he seems to ready to get back on the winning track. (5) DOUBLESHOTASCOTCH took the pocket route home to victory in his most recent trip. (1) COLOSSAL CRUISER just missed the score last time out.

Race 2

(3) CASHONTHEROCS Meadowlands invader should fit well against these trotters; ready for action. (6) SUPER MANNING just got up for place honors in his last try. (7) TIME TO QUIT has some early zip and could contend in here.

Race 3

(1) PICTONIAN PRIDE moves back to the fence where this pacer got the job done on 1/13. (2) NOBLES GRAND SLAM rallied strongly for the victory in his last one. (3) ISLAND GIGOLO's last start indicates he is knocking at the door.

Race 4

(1) HURTIN ALBERTAN might have been used up in the early stages last out but the good news is he returns to the fence where he went down the road for all the glory two tries ago. (2) TYS A BIG STAR Gelding just missed the victory in his latest. (3) VIPER HANOVER has wheeled off five straight victories at Monticello.

Race 5

(1) ONE THROUGH TEN did not fire at The Meadowlands last time out but this pacer is back at Yonkers and the rail slot can help his cause. (3) LAUXMONT CAPRI put in a mild rally in his most recent start. (5) I FOUND MY BEACH gets some post relief.

Race 6

(4) ROBIN CRUISER If she gets the right trip, this pacing gal can mow this select group down to bring home all the bacon. (5) CAROLSIDEAL has scored in her last two tries. (6) SPIRIT OF DESIRE is clearly not out of this event based on her last three trips to the post.

Race 7

(1) ANDIE SOPHIA gets serious post relief and this trotting miss is very capable of getting the job done tonight. (7) EXPLOSIVE ACTION Tough break in his last try but has a chance to make amends. (4) ZOOMING Gelding showed signs of life last out.

Race 8

(7) SHADIOS put in a nice run last time out and this gelding can put his best foot forward for win honors. (6) LAST DRAGON got the job done last out via the pocket route. (1) ALLSTAR PARTNER should fare quite well from the rail slot.

Race 9

(2) CANT STOP ME NOW Pacing miss is in sharp form and has a right to return to her winning ways. (1) ST LADS MORGAN put in two nice efforts makes her a threat in here. (4) MONKEY ON MY WHEEL gets class relief; watch out.

Race 10

(2) IN COMMANDO Woodbine invader has tactical speed and a good post to work with; ready to pounce and score. (8) DREAMLANDS ART could be a factor from the 8-hole. (4) JONES BEACH could land a share of the purse.

Race 11

(1) ALTERNAT THURSDAYS gets the rail slot and fits well against this group. (5) BLOOMFIELDCANTIFLY She made her Yonkers debut a winning one last out. (2) TAG UP AND GO raced evenly in his last start.

Race 12

(1) NEFERTITI BLUECHIP was over her head last time around but she should find these ladies to her liking and retains the fence; all systems go. (7) HAYWORTH BLUE CHIP Sharp in her last two makes her a contender. (3) OUR ELS DREAM N could have a say in the outcome.

 

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SPOT PLAYS

For Friday


TRACK (RACE) HORSE, MORNING LINE


Aqueduct (2nd) Morning Has Broken, 3-1
(3rd) Myth Master, 3-1

Charles Town (7th) Tangueray Miss, 5-1
(8th) Twin Six, 3-1


Delta Downs (4th) Visions and Dreams, 3-1
(5th) Time to Embrace, 3-1


Fair Grounds (3rd) Proven Warrior, 4-1
(8th) Aqtaar, 7-2

Golden Gate Fields (4th) New Karma, 10-1
(8th) Rush In, 4-1

Gulfstream Park (4th) Simple Love, 4-1
(6th) Gifted Ruler, 10-1


Laurel Park (6th) Golden Rings, 8-1
(8th) Bonita Luna, 9-2


Oaklawn Park (1st) Tavara, 6-1
(7th) Star Sighting, 7-2

Penn National (2nd) Green Lane, 3-1
(5th) Rhinestone Diva, 6-1

Sam Houston (3rd) Slew of Halos, 8-1
(5th) Fiery Dream, 8-1


Santa Anita (4th) Sacred Ovation, 8-1
(7th) Scene Queen, 6-1

Sunland Park (6th) Jacquill, 7-2
(8th) Snowbound Jones, 3-1


Tampa Bay Downs (3rd) Ender's Universe, 5-1
(7th) Royal Jewely, 6-1

Turf Paradise (4th) Perfect Light, 7-2
(6th) Anita Sunset, 4-1


Turfway Park (2nd) Charming Talullah, 3-1
(5th) Trouble in Dodge, 7-2

 

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NHL Grand Salami - January

The Grand Salami in pro hockey is decided by adding up all the goals scored in every game scheduled for that particular day. You can wager on 'over' or 'under' the Grand Salami total. The total is set by adding up all listed 'over/under' odds for each game on that particular day.

Note: The Grand Salami will have no action if any game is suspended or cancelled before the regulation time of three twenty minute periods. Also, regardless of the number of goals scored during the shoot out portion of the overtime, the final scored recorded for the game will give the winning team on more goal than its opponent based on the score at the end of regulation time.

*The majority of sportsbooks do not put out a total on the Grand Salami when there is only one game on the card. For tracking purposes, we will continue to show the 'over/under' for goals and combined goals scored on days with just one game.

NHL GRAND SALAMI

Date No. of Games Total Goals Combined Goals Scored Result
1/1 2 10.5 10 UNDER
1/2 8 43 37 UNDER
1/3 10 52.5 74 OVER
1/4 7 37 46 OVER
1/5 1 5 5 PUSH
1/6 10 55.5 51 UNDER
1/7 4 22 23 OVER
1/8 10 55.5 58 OVER
1/9 5 26.5 33 OVER
1/10 11 58 58 PUSH
1/11 3 16 20 OVER
1/12 3 17.5 15 UNDER
1/13 10 54.5 64 OVER
1/14 4 21.5 18 UNDER
1/15 10 55.5 47 UNDER
1/16 6 32 34 OVER
1/17 12 64.5 69 OVER
1/18 4 21.5 33 OVER
1/19 7 37.5 37 UNDER
1/20 8 45.5 47 OVER
1/21 6 33.5 36 OVER
1/22 No games scheduled/All-Star break
1/23 No games scheduled/All-Star break
1/24 No games scheduled/All-Star break
1/25 No games scheduled/All-Star break
1/26 No games scheduled/All-Star break
1/27 11 61.5 66 OVER
1/28 3 16.5 14 UNDER
1/29 11 59.5 63 OVER
1/30 5 - - -
1/31 11 - - -

 

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NHL Preview: Sabres (14-32) at Canucks (26-17)

Date: January 30, 2015 10:00 PM EDT

Ryan Miller left the Buffalo Sabres as their all-time leader in wins, and they certainly haven't looked capable of getting one themselves lately.

Now with the Vancouver Canucks, Miller is expected to face his former team for the first time since being traded as the Sabres look to avoid the NHL's longest regulation losing streak in 22 years Friday night.

Miller was a cornerstone for the Sabres for nearly a decade, setting franchise records for wins in a season (41) and overall (284) while claiming the 2010 Vezina Trophy. He also spurred runs to the 2006 and '07 Eastern Conference finals.

He gained mainstream notoriety for backstopping the United States to the silver medal in the 2010 Olympics, earning MVP honors.

An expiring contract, however, led the Sabres to send him to St. Louis in a blockbuster trade on March 1.

"It's going to be a little bit strange. I'm going to pay special attention not to pass the puck to the Buffalo symbol," Miller said. "It's going to be nice to see some of the faces over there, but part of hockey is having fun competing against your friends, former teammates, colleagues. I look forward to these opportunities.

"This is a chance to play against a team and organization that does mean a lot to me."

Miller has adjusted just fine after signing with the Canucks (26-17-3) last summer. He's 23-11-1 with a 2.33 goals-against average and five shutouts. However, he's allowed six goals on 48 shots while losing his last two games after going 7-2-1 with a 1.40 GAA and two shutouts over his previous 10.

He made 20 saves Tuesday, when Vancouver lost 4-0 to NHL-leading Anaheim.

"I think we're a better team than that," coach Willie Desjardins said after his team was held to 17 shots. "We've just got to find ways."

The Sabres (14-32-3) probably say that nearly every game, as they own the worst record in the NHL after finishing last in 2013-14.

They're also enduring a franchise-record 13-game losing streak, and a loss to Miller would give them the longest regulation losing streak since San Jose dropped 17 straight from Jan. 4-Feb. 12, 1993.

Desjardins, though, isn't taking Buffalo lightly.

"I think if you look past them, it's a mistake. I don't know why we would. We certainly shouldn't be," Desjardins said.

The Sabres, 1-16-1 in their last 18 games, did little to strike fear in anyone Thursday, losing 3-2 at Edmonton in a battle of the two worst teams in the league.

"I think we need to stay positive and just keep approaching every game like we're going to win the game," said Jhonas Enroth, who had 31 saves. "We can't go into every game thinking we're going to lose the game. We have to stay positive and still believe that we can win games."

Improved goaltending would also help. Enroth has lost eight straight starts with a 4.66 GAA, but it's unclear if he'll get the call on back-to-back days.

Backup Michal Neuvirth, though, has a 4.10 GAA while losing his last eight starts since returning from a lower-body injury. He's lost both of his career visits to Vancouver while surrendering seven goals on 67 shots.

Miller sympathizes with his former team.

"When you're not getting the results and people are talking about it, there's that place you can go and kind of get numb and don't get emotionally charged," he said. "Last year, I was getting a little bit numb for a stretch, but I reminded myself why I like to play and re-energized myself.

"I hope they find that energy."

 

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Sabres just as bad with no days rest
Justin Hartling

The Buffalo Sabres are the worst team in the NHL and, not surprisingly, they get no better without a day to rest. This season the Sabres are 3-8 when playing without a days rest, but have been routinely blown out.

Buffalo has been outscored 43-22 in all 11 of those contests, but if you remove the Sabres wins they are being beaten 35-11.

 

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NBA Preview: Bulls (30-18) at Suns (27-20)

Date: January 30, 2015 10:30 PM EDT

The Chicago Bulls followed one of the most impressive victories in the NBA this season with what may have been an even worse loss.

They'll try to bounce back Friday night against the Phoenix Suns, who hope Isaiah Thomas can remain hot as they cap their longest-ever homestand.

The Bulls (30-18) knocked off league-leading Golden State 113-111 in overtime Tuesday to open a six-game trip. They couldn't sustain their momentum, however, falling 123-118 in double overtime Thursday against the Lakers, who had lost nine straight and are without Kobe Bryant for the remainder of the season.

"In this league, if one team is playing with great intensity and the other one lets up just a slight bit, the players in this league are too good," coach Tom Thibodeau said. "We've played low-energy (basketball), and then it came down to a miracle comeback to get it to overtime."

Chicago gave up 68 points in the paint - the most it had allowed since giving up as many in a 119-118 overtime loss to Denver on March 18. Derrick Rose, who had gone 13 for 33 with a career-high 11 turnovers against the Warriors but hit the game-winner, was 7 of 26 with five turnovers.

The Bulls are 7-6 on the second night of back-to-backs and Rose is averaging 14.7 points on just 36.1 percent shooting while playing in seven.

Jimmy Butler, who missed Tuesday's game with an illness, tied his career high with 35 points after being named an All-Star reserve earlier in the day. He had been limited to 14.9 points per game in his previous 11, down from his season average of 20.4.

The Suns (27-20) are 5-2 on their eight-game homestand after Wednesday's 106-98 win over Washington. They're averaging 112.8 points on 49.2 percent shooting while winning eight of 10 at home following a 6-7 start. They hit 11 3-pointers against the Wizards, the fourth time in five games they've made at least 10.

Chicago has held its last five opponents to 26.6 percent 3-point shooting.

Thomas, who scored 18 and was 4 of 8 from deep, is 19 of 37 from 3-point range in his last five games while averaging 23.2 points. He averaged 22.3 points over his last three meetings with the Bulls and is 7 of 14 from beyond in the arc in his last five matchups.

Phoenix must protect its leads better after nearly squandering a 22-point lead against the Wizards, however. The Suns faltered late in Sunday's 120-100 loss to the Clippers, getting outscored by 22 in the second half.

"We've seen it happen, when we get up we have a tendency to do whatever and not be solid," coach Jeff Hornacek said. "Some of that is the pace. That's how we get the lead - all of a sudden we're coming down and we hit two or three 3s in a row ... Then you have that same stretch of time and you come down and miss two or three in a row and it can reverse quickly the other way."

Goran Dragic appears to be back on track, scoring 20 on 8-of-15 shooting after totaling 12 points on 4 of 16 from the field in back-to-back losses.

The Bulls have won nine of the last 11 meetings, including five straight in Phoenix.

Rose has averaged 25.5 points on 53.9 percent shooting in six career matchups, but hasn't faced the Suns since April 5, 2011.