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Dutch Eredivisie Fr 13Feb 19:00

AZ Alkmaar

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PSV Eindhoven

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT AZ ALKMAAR	RECENT FORM
HLHWADHWAWAW​ Most recent​	2 - 1 1 - 3 3 - 1 0 - 4	HWAWAWHWAWHW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: PSV have won their last nine league matches

EXPERT VERDICT: Defensively solid AZ are no pushovers but PSV look an attractive price to take three points and keep their march towards the Eredivisie title firmly on track. The visitors are on a superb run in the league and with six days until their Europa League clash, are unlikely to be distracted.

RECOMMENDATION: PSV
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German Bundesliga 1 Fr 13Feb 19:30

B Dortmund

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Mainz

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT B DORTMUND	RECENT FORM
ALHDALADHLAW​ Most recent​	4 - 2 2 - 0 2 - 1 1 - 1	HDADHLHWADHL​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Dortmund’s nine home league games have produced only 19 goals

EXPERT VERDICT: The feelgood factor returned to Borussia Dortmund after last week’s win at Freiburg and this is a golden opportunity for another victory. Mainz are desperately falling down the Bundesliga at a rapid rate having been third in October and Marco Reus, fresh from signing a new contract, can get Dortmund off to a flyer.

RECOMMENDATION: M Reus first goalscorer
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Scottish Championship Fr 13Feb 19:45

Rangers

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Hibernian

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT RANGERS	RECENT FORM
HWALHWAWNLHL​ Most recent​	1 - 3 2 - 1 4 - 0 1 - 0	ADHDHWAWHDHW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Hibs have scored seven goals in their two league wins over Rangers this season

EXPERT VERDICT: Rangers' loss to Raith in the Scottish Cup was yet another low point in a dismal season and they will be desperate to get back to winning ways against Hibs. However, Alan Stubbs' side have had their number twice this season and won convincingly, including a 3-1 win at Ibrox, which should give them bags of confidence.

RECOMMENDATION: Hibernian
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REFEREE: Steven McLean STADIUM: Ibrox Stadium

 

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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Freehold Raceway

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 5 - Post: 1:50 - 1 mile. TROT - Class Rating: 81 - Purse:$4200 - NON-WINNERS $2,500 LAST 5 STARTS NON-WINNERS LAST 3 ALLOWED $500 HORSES THAT RACED FOR PURSE OF $10,000 OR HIGHER LAST 2 STS INEL AE:N/W 4 EXTENDED PARI-MUTUEL RACES LIFE. OPT. CLAIM $8,000


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 1 WINDSUN FIREBALL 3/1


# 2 RULES LITTLE MAN 5/1


# 5 SOMOLLI PIRATE 12/1


WINDSUN FIREBALL has a good shot to take this race. Feel the need for speed, this interesting entrant has been turning in some terrific speed figs averaging around 81. This gelding has been doing work versus some of the most competitive horses in this pack lately. When starting from the 1 hole, a much better than average win percentage has resulted. RULES LITTLE MAN - Not many folks know, but the 2 position here at Freehold Raceway has been outstanding for a well above average win figure. Been competing with some tougher customers of late, has a distinct class edge. (Average Rating 82). SOMOLLI PIRATE - Might be there at a fair price tag. More than likely one to keep in your exotics.

 

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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Miami Valley

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Race 12 - Post: 10:10 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 84 - Purse:$6500 - FILLIES & MARES N/W $2750 IN LAST 4 STARTS PAGE PICKS 1 OVER 4 TY. SMITH PICKS 9 OVER 2


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 5 HOLIDAY SHOPPER 5/2


# 1 Y MACH ME 2/1


# 6 ELLA V HORSE 5/1


If you want a competitive play in this contest, feast your eyes on HOLIDAY SHOPPER. She has been running quite well and the TrackMaster Speed Ratings are among the top in the group. Comes into this race with good TrackMaster class figures as compared to the bunch - could be worth a shot. Really liked this mare's last race. Ran a strong 83 speed figure. Major player. Y MACH ME - When starting from the 1 slot, an above average win percentage has resulted. Many bettors know speed is is key. This horse has credentials with a 87 avg figure. ELLA V HORSE - The number crunching team always likes a proven performer. This horse's high winning percent is confirmation of that.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Camarero

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 1 - Claiming - 6.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $4950 Class Rating: 61

FOR NATIVE FOUR YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NOT WON A RACE SINCE FEBRUARY 13, 2014 AND WHICH HAVE STARTED FOR A CLAIMING PRICE OF $5,000 OR LESS. WEIGHT, 120 LBS. CLASIFICADOS EN $3,500 Y DEBUTANTES ALLOWED 4 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $3,500.



RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 4 OCEANICO 2/1


# 1 STRONG DESTINY 15/1


# 2 TITO DISCOUNT 20/1


OCEANICO looks to be a respectable contender. Overall the speed figs of this equine look solid in this affair. Robles has strong numbers that point to this gelding to be a solid contender. Looks very strong to be on the front end at the first call. STRONG DESTINY - Will more than likely be one of the early speedsters of the pack going into the halfway point of the affair. Will make a strong showing versus this bunch.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Golden Gate

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 5 - Claiming - 8.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $12000 Class Rating: 94

FOR FOUR YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES. FOUR YEAR OLDS, 122 LBS.; OLDER, 123 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $12,500, IF FOR $10,500, ALLOWED 2 LBS.



RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 6 RANGER MARINI 2/1


# 2 TITLED NOBILITY 9/5


# 7 AMERICAN ARISTOCAT 8/1


RANGER MARINI supports the wager in here. Could beat this group given the 84 speed fig recorded in his last outing. Has put up strong Equibase Speed Figures in dirt route races in the past. No strangers to the winner's circle, Sherman and Baze will probably have this gelding breaking away from the field. TITLED NOBILITY - Has performed soundly recently in route races, posting a nifty 99 avg speed rating. Will most likely compete soundly in the early pace contest which bodes well with this field. AMERICAN ARISTOCAT - Must be given consideration based on the competitive speed figure garnered in the last contest. Might best this field here, showing respectable figures of late.

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Gulfstream - Race #1 - Post: 1:00pm - Claiming - 8.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $23,000 Class Rating: 91

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#2 WILD HORSE ANNIE (ML=6/1)
#6 MY MOM SANTINA (ML=4/1)


WILD HORSE ANNIE - I'm figuring this horse to run a big race this time out. MY MOM SANTINA - This jockey/handler duo has been producing a high winning pct, right around 44. Rode this mount on January 28th and Zayas is back again in the irons this time around. I am keen on that most recent contest on January 28th at Gulfstream where she finished third.

Vulnerable Contenders: #4 HOT COFFEE (ML=2/1), #3 SHARP WORDS (ML=5/2),

HOT COFFEE - Jan 7th is the last time we've seen this mare around. Have to be a little bit leery. A pattern of dropping Equibase speed figures 92/80/74 for this racer. SHARP WORDS - Difficult to bet on at 5/2 odds after the last two showings. When examining today's class rating, she will have to record a much better speed rating than last time around the track to compete in this dirt route.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Putting our cash on #2 WILD HORSE ANNIE to win. Have to have odds of at least 2/1 or better though

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [2,6]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Skip

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Pass

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Sam Houston - Race #1 - Post: 7:05pm - Maiden Claiming - 5.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $11,000 Class Rating: 57

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#3 DO I MAKE YA DANCE (ML=3/1)


DO I MAKE YA DANCE - Rider jumped on this filly's back for the 1st ride on February 3rd. Should know the horse even better today. This filly is put right back into a race in less than 10 days; this is a positive sign. She finished in the place spot February 3rd, but was well clear of the show horse. This filly is in nice form, having run a nice race on Feb 3rd, finishing second. I like the fact that this filly's last speed fig, 58, is tops in this bunch. Expect better today as this filly gets Lasix for the second time.

Vulnerable Contenders: #4 AVOIDABLE (ML=2/1), #2 TOWN AND COUNTRY (ML=4/1), #5 I SEE THE LIGHT (ML=6/1),

AVOIDABLE - I'd like to see more hospitable recent efforts with morning line odds of 2/1. TOWN AND COUNTRY - 4/1 is not pegged at the proper price for any horse in a sprint of 5 1/2 furlongs that hasn't finished in the money in a short distance event of late. This mount ran a mediocre fig last time around the track. She shouldn't run much better and will likely suffer defeat in today's race running that figure. I SEE THE LIGHT - That was just not a very good display in the last event. This filly garnered a speed fig in her last affair which probably isn't good enough in today's event.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Go with #3 DO I MAKE YA DANCE on top if we're getting at least 1/1 odds

EXACTA WAGERS:
3 with [5,6]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
None

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
None

 

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Handicapped by Rick Needham at Aqueduct

RACE #6 - AQUEDUCT - 3:45 PM EASTERN POST

6.0 FURLONGS WINTERIZED INNER TURF COURSE FILLIES AND MARES FOUR YEARS OLD AND UPWARD $32,000.00 CLAIMING $50,000.00 PURSE

#3 STARSHIP PLEASANT
#2 MY TEE TIME
#6 COLONEL JUANITA
#1 PURA VIDA ZEN

#3 STARSHIP PLEASANT is the overall speed and pace profile leader in this claiming field this afternoon sprinting at 6.0 furlongs on the dirt, and has produced "POWER RUN PERFORMANCES" in each of her last five "adventures," hitting the board in three, including a "POWER RUN WIN" facing better company in her last start. Jockey Jose Ortiz and Trainer Jason Servis send her to the post ... they've hit the board with an impressive 69% of their entries saddled as a team to date. #2 MY TEE TIME has nice early speed abilities to compliment for this inner track sprint, and has hit the board in three of her last five outings, winning twice, including a "POWER RUN WIN" in her 2nd race back.

 

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Woodbine Harness: Friday 2/13 Analysis
By Garnet Barnsdale

DRF HARNESS

Race 4 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

EARLY $1 PICK 4:

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

MEET STATS: 64 - 166 / $364.40 BEST BETS: 9 - 16 / $38.10

SPOT PLAYS: 5 - 15 / $54.20

Best Bet: DIALAMARA (2nd)

Spot Play: MISS POPPYCOCK (11th)


Race 1

(1) CAMVICTED continues to roll right along and is unlikely to see his win skein snapped here although there will be no value in the win pool on him. (5) HIS BOY ELROY tried the choice first-over and paid the price last week. He could complete the exacta here with a covered trip. (3) LEGION OF BOOM left hard last week but lost all chance when he broke on the backside. He is likely to be overbet on the bottom of the exacta; we'll try to beat him.

Race 2

(2) DIALAMARA, the night's BEST BET, was ready to roll as expected and used a 26 3/5 third 1/4 to get into position first up to get the job done. He looks formidable again. (6) NEWBIE hung in there well after setting the pace vs. the choice. His consistency is to be respected. (1) CONVERSATION BOY made a move to the front down the backside but couldn't contain the choice who overpowered him. The top one just looks better at this stage.

Race 3

(7) TOSCA wasn't able to get out where she would have liked to early last time due to numerous leavers inside of her. She may be able to get a better spot early and convert here. (6) FLEXIBLE WOMAN couldn't match strides with the hot Hie Benny last week but showed improvement and is likely coming up to her best race now. (5) FEDERAL ARMY has been racing great at London but will need to show more speed here to contend on the big track.

Race 4

(4) KIKISKISSINKOUSIN had pace in the lane and only ran out of racetrack or she'd have been a winner last week. She should get another pocket trip behind (8) ROLLTIDEROLL who managed to hem her in long enough to keep her at bay. The former gets a slight edge here. (3) JANIE BAY tried the top two first up and couldn't keep pace. She could be closer with a less stressful trip.

Race 5

(5) O NARUTAC PERFETTO got a more aggressive steer from Henry last week as expected and it resulted in a blowout win. Call right back. (3) EXQUISITE GLIDE waited and waited to fish out some cover and none took the bait. By the time he decided to go it was too late. He can rebound here. (1) HIE BENNY has been on a roll in NW2 but these are much tougher. A minor award may be his ceiling here.

Race 6

(1) A FILLY AFFAIR was first up on an extremely cold night and kept coming in a very good effort. Drury should be able to carve out a better trip from the rail here and the price should be decent; top call. (4) TOTAL LEE did all the roadwork and was only nailed in the absolute final stride in the same heat. She's the one to beat. (5) SHUTTHEFRONTDOOR motored by them both at a huge price in her comeback race. The question is, can she replicate that effort?

Race 7

(4) REGALLY READY looks ready to roll for Menary here and needs to make an immediate impact to get into the Final. She could be the one to end (8) ARTISTIC FUSION's win streak right here. (7) BET YA put in a good comeback mile although stalling a bit in the lane. She can go better here.

Race 8

(1) MURRAYFIELD produced one the best miles of her career last week with great speed both early and late in the mile. She is tough to go against here off that much-improved effort. (7) ROCK N ROLL EXAMPLE was seen getting beat by only two lengths in the Mistletoe Shallee when last on a racetrack and is the obvious class. She is the other one that should be on your late pick 4 tickets. (3) EAT ME UP rarely wins but is a great one to use in triactors and supers.

Race 9

(6) GRANDE DIABLO was called to win last week first time in Moreau's barn and showed some nice grit and determination late to convert. Call to repeat. (8) SOUTHWIND WARSAW just about chased down the choice first-over and is the obvious one to fend off again. (1) FALCOR BLUESTONE came up with his best performance in months last week and should be used on wider pick 4 tickets.

Race 10

Two class droppers seem to have the best chance in this weak field and we'll give the edge to (6) AFTER ALIMONY, who showed great improvement last week in Murrayfield's quick mile. (5) MACHET ROCKET exits the same heat but was farther back than normal and couldn't close into a rapid last quarter. Use both of these in the pick 4 and this race should be covered. (7) ALL CHOCOLATE showed a bit of life in her last two miles and may be rounding back into form. She should get a minor share here.

Race 11

The finale looks like a dash that will feature lots of action and seems tailor made for a classic Christoforou steer tipping (4) MISS POPPYCOCK off cover late to reach up. We'll give her the nod. (9) A REAL COMMITMENT has maintained her sharpness the entire month and is a big threat again although the 9 hole doesn't help. (2) I GOT TO BOOGIE gave futile chase to class-dropping Rubis Prescott but now takes a class plunge herself; using. (1) WINDSONG JACOBA was first up in a race where the late pace was rapid. She should get a better trip here and a slice as a result. (5) RUB N TUG should leave and take cover similar to last week and make the high-5 ticket on one of the lower rungs.

 

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Meadowlands: Friday 2/13 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: 93 - 375 / $523.50 BEST BETS: 10 - 28 / $37.00

Best Bet: UPFRONT BILLY (11th)

Spot Play: FOUR STARZ ROE (9th)


Race 1

(7) CASANOVA LINDY jumps off the page in this blank field. Veteran campaigner should make the front easily enough. (9) FRENCHMEN gets a major driver switch to Pierce and seems like the other logical play. (2) NF SOARING should get a piece at the bottom of the exotics.

Race 2

(6) MELADY’S MONET has been dominating this class for the last couple of months and is hard to go against in this short field. (4) LINDY’S TRU GRIT broke from off the pace most recently, but driver Andy Miller could get aggressive in this spot. (1) COFFEECAKE HANOVER should protect position from the inside and grab a piece.

Race 3

(5) CAVIART SHELLY is far from a standout, but has been racing well enough lately and it might just be her turn. (7) CHEYENNE ROBIN put in a decent effort in her first race since October; can improve. (6) HOLLYROCKER is in the same boat as the former, finishing just behind that one coming off a long break in action.

Race 4

(2) POCKET PASSER put in a nice effort in his first start for this barn and gets another crack against very similar competition. (5) HS CERTIFIED drops down and gets a major driver change to Gingras. (1) LEXIS AMIGO deserves credit for overcoming a tough trip despite almost breaking a number of times.

Race 5

(8) CHINESE CUISINE jumped it off in a higher class a week ago. Seven-year-old is as fast as any in this field and only needs to mind his manners to have a major say. (7) SCORCHER HALL is a coin flip as to whether he trots, If he stays flat, he’ll be tough. (1) MCKENZIE’S STAR hasn’t been very good in 2015, but her last race was her best. (10) WALLTOCOUSINS & (2) BWT TAJ are capable sorts who rarely break.

Race 6

With all of these coming back next week to race for almost three times the money, it is hard to know what to expect. I’ll take a shot with (3) SOMENICEBEACH, who should fire out from the inside and work out a close-to-the-pace trip. (1) SOUTHWIND SERENITY came up flat in the stretch, but I’m not holding it against her. Sometimes mares can throw in a clunker and rebound in a hurry. (6) WITCH DALI can clearly win the race, but there doesn’t appear to be a benefit in her leaving hard, which means she’ll have to hope for live cover and a quick pace.

Race 7

(2) SHEBESTINGIN came up a bit short in her first start since the beginning of October. She’ll either win easily on Friday or she might be pegged for a broodmare career in the very near future. (1) CLORIS HANOVER is very sharp right now and has been sprinting home. (4) A LA NOTTE HANOVER was a solid second when last at the Meadowlands. (8) ADDYS WAY slips into this race under the AE condition.

Race 8

(9) MARION MAYFLOWER hasn’t been able to go the distance, but I’m willing to roll the dice with Gingras jumping in the sulky. Sometimes a new set of hands makes all the difference. (6) WELL BUILT stopped after leaving from post 10 most recently. Driver John Campbell has more options from this post. (4) ENOUGH ABOUT YOU looks competitive on paper but has missed four weeks of action.

Race 9

(3) FOUR STARZ ROE looks like the kind of horse that Trace Tetrick will save ground with and bring in at 10 or 15-1. She was stuck on the rim last week and shows a nice win three starts back. (1) THE SUMMER WIND is better suited to an inside post. If she can track cover, watch out. (2) INITTOWINAFORTUNE made two moves before fading late last time; very capable. (6) PANCAKES was driven aggressively away from the gate and got really funky-gaited when about to clear; Gingras’ choice.

Race 10

I don’t usually like to get trapped into these “huge driver change” plays, but (7) TWISTED PRETZEL is a horse I think has been ready to win for a while and could seriously benefit from Brett Miller in the bike. (5) B L CLASS ACT comes off an improved effort and merits a serious chance. (4) WORTH THE MONEY AS needs some pace help but is a capable closer. (2) ROYAL ICE will take some money and has a shot, but I’ll likely go against the probable underlay.

Race 11

(5) UPFRONT BILLY faces the weakest field he has seen in a very long time. I’ll be shocked if he doesn’t race well and somewhat surprised if he doesn’t find a way to win. (7) CASH POOR hooks up with David Miller, who drove him to a career best mile on January 9. (4) STAN THE MAN finished just behind the top choice last week.

Race 12

(3) RADAR CONTACT kicked home nicely after chasing slow fractions last time. That was her first start for this barn and in a field without a standout, I’m hoping she takes a small step forward and scores. (4) TREVOR’S BEBE hasn’t looked very sharp, but does tackle easier foes. (5) MAGIC STARLIGHT ships in for Burke/Gingras; can’t ignore.

Race 13

(4) BRING THEM HOME faces a formless group and really should blast down the road. (1) MC TAYLOR should save ground and have a shot at the top one late. (3) ROYAL ENGAGEMENT put in an even mile after a two month break and is eligible to show more in this blank field. (5) RAISE YOUR GLASS was okay last time; exotics must.

 

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Yonkers: Friday 2/13 Analysis
By Brewster Smith

DRF HARNESS

MEET STATS: 19 - 108 / $223.70 BEST BETS: 2 - 9 / $10.00

Best Bet: GAVINS DESIGNER (7th)

Spot Play: GIACOMETTI (3rd)


Race 1

(4) NOBLES GRAND SLAM Very sharp gelding has scored in his last two trips; ready for the hat trick. (7) MILITARY STRATCOM was sent down the road last out for all the glory. (2) LUCKY MAN returns to Yonkers and is on the dropdown.

Race 2

(4) CHERRY BLISS Pacing miss got the job done in her last trip. Fires right back for her second straight score. (3) ST LADS MORGAN will need another good trip like in her latest; maybe. (6) KEYSTONE WANDA will be closing in the final strides.

Race 3

(2) GIACOMETTI moves to the 2-hole and this seems to be the ticket that this pacing gelding needs to make tonight a winning one; threat at his best. (3) BAY FISHEN DOC should show more speed against these. (4) WORLD CUP CULLEN raced evenly in his latest.

Race 4

(5) STONEBRIDGE COWBOY Old pro went down the road last out for win honors. 11-year-old is in good form and the double score is not out of the question. (1) DONT FOOL WITH ME should fare well from the rail. (4) GOOSE CREEK moves back to Yonkers where he got the job done two trips ago.

Race 5

(6) FIRETOWERS STAND showed signs of life at The Meadowlands recently. Gelding can put it all together with a solid clean trip. (5) JETTY is better than his last try. (1) TALKTOMECOURAGE N just missed the victory in last previous outing.

Race 6

(2) MOMMA ROCK Pacing miss has put in three sharp efforts and has a good chance to turn the tables on her rival (8) FOR THE LADIES N. The latter was very game for the score last week and appears to be the one to deny. (1) PALM PATROL rallied nicely for the place spot last time out.

Race 7

(2) GAVINS DESIGNER just got up for the score in his most recent trip to the post. Gelding has hit the board in his last three tries and Brennan drives again; the pick. (3) KEEMOSABE is better than his latest and he did score two starts back. (6) INTREPID HALL got the job done last out down the road.

Race 8

(6) SPIRIT OF DESIRE's last two trips indicates she is ready to get back on the winning track and Brennan has the assignment. (3) ABS TO ENVY Ohio invader should be right in the mix from the 3-hole. (5) COFFEE ADDICT was second best in her last try.

Race 9

Will try (5) AMERICAN FLIGHT to get the right trip and mow these down at his best. (3) PERRITO CALIENTE Meadows invader has tactical speed; main danger. (4) UF ROCKIN DRAGON put in a mild bid in his most recent outing.

Race 10

That was a nice placing for (3) TIDEWATER TEDDY. The Vallees’ will get the services of Geroge Brennan to get this gelding back to the winner's circle. (1) DIAMOND COWBOY was sent down the road last out for the victory. (2) MORTAL ZIN could land a share.

Race 11

(1) HAYWORTH BLUE CHIP gets serious post relief and moves down in class. She can be the boss over this group with a clean trip. (5) HOT LIST has tactical speed and Brennan stays aboard; contender. (6) LITTLE SANTAMONICA leaves the 8-hole and should be closing in the final strides.

Race 12

(5) ROCK ICON did put in a good fourth last time around and this pacer is very capable of getting the job done with Carlson at the controls. (1) ROCKIN WIZARD Jersey shipper should fare quite well from the fence. (7) IN COMMANDO Two nice runs puts this guy right in the mix.

 

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SPOT PLAYS

For Friday


TRACK (RACE) HORSE, MORNING LINE


Charles Town (3rd) Distinguida, 6-1
(8th) Colonial Rocket, 3-1

Delta Downs (4th) Roman Threat, 5-1
(10th) Proud Princess, 9-2

Fair Grounds (6th) Spring Formal, 7-2
(9th) Timeslikethese, 3-1

Golden Gate Fields (6th) Rockin Denile, 4-1
(7th) Tribal Torch, 5-1


Gulfstream Park (5th) Prince Raja, 4-1
(8th) Sky Captain, 4-1


Laurel Park (4th) Another Chance, 4-1
(7th) Herman's Wildcat, 3-1


Mahoning Valley (3rd) Crestatorre, 3-1
(7th) Antique Silver, 7-2


Oaklawn Park (1st) Hall of Fame, 7-2
(9th) Late Act Here, 5-1


Penn National (1st) Justin's Tapit, 4-1
(3rd) Sense of Peace, 7-2


Sam Houston (1st) Do I Make Ya Dance, 3-1
(6th) Sardaearly, 9-2


Santa Anita (2nd) Grammy Times Six, 3-1
(5th) McHeat, 9-2


Tampa Bay Downs (5th) Lonelily, 3-1
(6th) Chosen Heir, 9-2


Turfway Park (2nd) Alex's Gold, 5-1
(6th) Gilley, 5-1

 

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NHL Grand Salami - February

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
2/1 4 22.5 22 UNDER
2/2 3 15.5 25 OVER
2/3 11 60 55 UNDER
2/4 3 16.5 11 UNDER
2/5 9 49.5 43 UNDER
2/6 5 27 25 UNDER
2/7 11 58 57 UNDER
2/8 8 43 45 OVER
2/9 5 25.5 28 OVER
2/10 9 50.5 47 UNDER
2/11 3 16.5 23 OVER
2/12 9 - - -
2/13 5 - - -
2/14 10 - - -
2/15 5 - - -
2/16 8 - - -
2/17 7 - - -
2/18 6 - - -
2/19 7 - - -
2/20 7 - - -
2/21 11 - - -
2/22 8 - - -
2/23 2 - - -
2/24 11 - - -
2/25 3 - - -
2/26 9 - - -
2/27 6 - - -
2/28 10 - - -

 

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NHL Preview: Bruins (28-19) at Canucks (30-20)

Date: February 13, 2015 10:00 PM EDT

Coming off back-to-back defeats, the Boston Bruins are hoping to step up their play on what they're expecting to be a grueling five-game road trip that begins Friday night against the Vancouver Canucks.

Boston (28-19-7) will also visit Calgary, Edmonton, St. Louis and Chicago, with all but the Western Conference-worst Oilers sitting in playoff contention. The Bruins, who are 4-1-1 in their last six away from home, are clinging to the East's second wild-card spot.

"This road trip - people talk about bonding and this and that, but I think right now, it's more about, let's go out there and do our jobs, game in, game out," coach Claude Julien told the team's official website. "It's Vancouver that we need to be focused on right now - not Calgary, not Edmonton, or St. Louis, Chicago.

"Let's focus on really what we have to do, here, because if we can get ourselves a good start, it will make a big difference."

The Bruins had won eight of 10 before managing eight goals during a 1-3-0 stretch. They fell 3-1 to Montreal on Sunday before closing a three-game homestand with Tuesday's 5-3 loss to Dallas.

"Sometimes, a change of scenery is good," said forward Milan Lucic, who has seven points in the last seven games. "We've been a pretty good home team, other than the last two games, but it's always exciting to head out West and have a change of scenery."

The Bruins have dropped two of three to the Canucks since beating them in seven games in the 2011 Stanley Cup Final. Boston took the last matchup 3-1 on Feb. 4, 2014, behind a goal and an assist from Lucic.

"To me, if we can get that intensity and that commitment carrying into our games, we're going to be OK," Julien said. "We've hit a bump here, and I don't want it to be any longer than it already has been, so we need to up our intensity and our commitment and go out there and know it's going to be a tough battle."

The Canucks (30-20-3) return home in high spirits after pulling out a 5-4 overtime win over Chicago on Wednesday. Vancouver blew a two-goal lead over the final 2:11 in regulation before Henrik Sedin assisted on brother Daniel's goal 1:20 into OT.

"The twins made the magic happen once again and that was a big goal for them," fellow forward Alexandre Burrows said.

Daniel Sedin finished with two goals, giving him four to go with three assists over the last seven games. Henrik Sedin has eight assists during that stretch.

Eddie Lack stopped 37 shots against the Blackhawks, but the Canucks could turn back to the struggling Ryan Miller. Miller has a 3.31 goals-against average in dropping five of seven starts, and he's allowed five goals in two of his last three with a 31-save shutout against Pittsburgh in between.

Miller went 26-9-7 with a 2.56 GAA against the Bruins while with Buffalo, tied for his second-most wins against any opponent.

Tuukka Rask made 27 saves against the Canucks last February for his first win in three career meetings. He's 4-1-2 with a 1.67 GAA in seven road starts in 2015.

Daniel and Henrik Sedin have been limited to 12 and eight points in 21 games apiece against Boston, including the postseason.

 

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NHL Game of the Day: Bruins at Canucks

Boston Bruins at Vancouver Canuck (-110, 5)

The Boston Bruins answered an 8-1-1 stretch by winning just one of their last four contests, causing coach Claude Julien to stress the importance of being focused as the team opens a five-game road trip against the Vancouver Canucks on Friday. "On this road trip, people talk about bonding and talk about this and that - right now, it's more about going out there and doing our jobs game in and game out," Julien said. The Bruins didn't do much of that during their three-game homestand, registering two-goal losses to both rival Montreal and Dallas to conclude the run.

Zack Kassian has been doing his job of late, scoring in each of his last three contests on the heels of a 21-game goal drought. Kassian is riding a four-game point streak for the Canucks, who have alternated wins and losses over the last seven contests. Captain Henrik Sedin has recorded eight points in that stretch and twin brother Daniel has seven, highlighted by the former assisting the latter on his second goal 1:20 into overtime in a 5-4 triumph over Chicago on Wednesday.

TV: 10 p.m. ET, NESN (Boston), RSNP (Vancouver)

LINE HISTORY: Lines open at VAN -110 with a total of 5.

INJURY REPORT: Bruins - N/A Canucks - C Nick Bonino (Ques-Lower Body), RW Brad Richardson (Ques-Ankle)

WHAT CAPPERS SAY: "Everyone seems to be waiting for the Bruins to 'flip the switch' but this is simply a difficult team to back these days, losers of three of their last four games, including a 1-2 mark at home over that stretch. Perhaps a trip West could be good for the B's. They've gone a respectable 11-10-3 away from home this season. Vancouver has alternated wins and losses over its last eight games, but has plenty of momentum on its side after upsetting the Blackhawks in Chicago on Wednesday. It's Canucks or nothing in this spot, in my opinion." - Sean Murphy

ABOUT THE BRUINS (28-19-7 SU, 19-25-10 O/U): Milan Lucic had an assist in both Boston's 3-1 setback to the Canadiens on Sunday and a 5-3 defeat at the hands of the Stars two nights later. The Vancouver native doesn't have fond memories of his last trip back home with the Bruins, getting into a verbal and physical altercation outside a nightclub before later ripping the city and vowing never to return other than to play at Rogers Arena. While he has since apologized for that stance, Lucic recorded a goal and an assist in Boston's 3-1 home victory over the Canucks in the last meeting and has two and three, respectively, in six career encounters.

ABOUT THE CANUCKS (30-20-3 SU, 23-25-2 O/U): Ryan Miller looks to atone for a porous performance in a 5-3 setback to Minnesota on Monday when he makes his 600th career appearance with his next outing. The 34-year-old has dropped five of his last seven decisions overall, but has gotten up close and personal with Lucic dating back to the goaltender's time with Buffalo. Christopher Higgins has recorded three assists in the last two games and was one of six different Canucks to score in the Canucks' 6-3 win over Boston in the last meeting in Vancouver.

TRENDS:

*Canucks are 5-1 in their last 6 vs. Eastern Conference.
*Under is 7-2-1 in Bruins last 10 overall.
*Over is 4-0-2 in Canucks last 6 games playing on 1 days rest.
*Home team is 8-2 in the last 10 meetings.

CONSENSUS: 54.38 percent are on the Canucks

 

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Goals are easy to come by in Canucks games
Justin Hartling

Over their past seven games, the Vancouver Canucks have a 5-0-2 over/under record. During those five games there has been a combined 46 goals, for an average of 9.2 goals per game.

Van City will host the Boston Bruins Friday.

 

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Coyotes have been abysmal on home-ice
Justin Hartling

The Arizona Coyotes have dropped their past five home games and the Desert Dogs haven't even made it look good. The 'Yotes have been outscored 17-6 during their past five home games and have scored more than one goal on only one occasion.

Arizona plays host to the San Jose Sharks Friday.