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World Cup TODAY 17:00

Italy

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Costa Rica

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KEY STAT: Italy have been leading at half-time in just one of their last seven games

EXPERT VERDICT: Italy should wear Costa Rica down eventually but the Ticos are resilient and can hold out until half-time. The Azzurri are among the most patient teams in international football and in the early stages will be happy to stifle a buoyant Costa Rica outfit spearheaded by the lively Joel Campbell.

RECOMMENDATION: Draw-Italy
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Italy v Costa Rica
[h=2]2014 FIFA WORLD CUP[/h]

• Venue: Arena Pernambuco, Recife
• Date: Friday 20 June
• Kick-off: 17:00 BST

[h=2]MATCH PREVIEW[/h]After beating England 2-1 in their opening game, the Azzurri will take on Los Ticos in the lunchtime sun of Recife, which s a major concern for Italy coach Cesare Prandelli and his squad.


They laboured in beating Japan 4-3 at the same venue in last summer's Confederations Cup, and that game kicked off eight hours later than this time around when the blistering heat had subsided.
"Last year we played Japan in Recife at 9pm and we were dying," said midfielder Daniele De Rossi, adding that Costa Rica will be "more accustomed to this climate".
Prandelli criticised Fifa's decision not to allow water breaks in Italy's win over England in the humidity of Manaus last week.
Breaks are only granted if the temperature is 32 degrees Celsius or above, and Prandelli is likely to be belatedly granted his wish with both of Italy's remaining two group matches kicking off at 1pm local time.


Spain's elimination has led to debate on the demise of their tiki-taka football, yet Italy's performance against England has led to suggestions of tikitalia's birth. The Italians completed 554 passes, with a completion rate of 93.2% - the highest in a World Cup match since Opta records began in 1966.
And the counter-attacking Costa Ricans look set to allow Italy to have the ball. Midfielder Celso Borges revealed the Azzurri of yesteryear are their inspiration: "We've managed to build ourselves a little bit like Italy in 2006 (when they won the World Cup) - a solid defensive group with very good players in attack."
Costa Rica's victory over Uruguay has made the rest of the group stand up and take notice, while enhancing their claims of making it through to the knockout stages for the first time since Italia 90. Could the Azzurri be a lucky omen for them?
[h=2]MATCH FACTS[/h]Head-to-head

• Their only previous meeting between the two countries was in a friendly in 1994, in the United States. Giuseppe Signori scored the game's only goal in a 1-0 win for Italy.

Italy

• Italy can win their opening two World Cup matches for the first time since winning the first five in 1990. They have not won their second group match at any of the last three World Cups (D2, L1).
• The Azzurri have scored in their last 15 World Cup games, a record run for them and the best current run of any nation.
• Italy's pass completion of 93.2% against England is the highest ever recorded in a World Cup game.
• Andrea Pirlo made 108 passes in Italy's first game but 59 of them were in his own half.
• Mario Balotelli has scored 11 of his 13 goals for Italy in competitive matches.
• Gianluigi Buffon, who missed Italy's opening game, can join Gianni Rivera, Giuseppe Bergomi, Paolo Maldini and Fabio Cannavaro in playing at four World Cups.

Costa Rica

• Jorge Luis Pinto's side are the first country to face three former World Cup winners in each of their group matches.
• Costa Rica can become the only non-European country other than Brazil and Argentina to beat two former winners at a single tournament.
• Other than Mexico and the USA, no Concacaf nation has ever won back-to-back World Cup matches.
• The Ticos have scored in all six previous World Cup matches against European countries.
• Cristian Bolanos and Michael Umana are the only survivors of Costa Rica's 2006 squad.
• Costa Rica have scored 12 of their 15 World Cup goals in the second half of matches.

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World Cup TODAY 20:00

Switzerland

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France

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KEY STAT: Switzerland have lost one of their last 19 matches

EXPERT VERDICT: Fifa rankings come in for a lot of stick but Switzerland are ranked 11 places above France and can give Les Bleus a tough game in Salvador. France were predictably dominant against a poor Honduras side but look poor value to beat a talented, well-organised Swiss team.

RECOMMENDATION: Draw
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Switzerland v France


[h=2]2014 FIFA WORLD CUP[/h]

• Venue: Arena Fonte Nova, Salvador
• Date: Friday 20 June
• Kick-off: 20:00 BST#

[h=2]TEAM NEWS[/h]Switzerland head coach Ottmar Hitzfeld must decide whether to start with either of the substitutes who scored in the 2-1 win over Ecuador.
Admir Mehmedi could be preferred to winger Valentin Stocker but match-winner Haris Seferovic admits he is unlikely to displace Josip Drmic.
France are optimistic that midfielder Yohan Cabaye will recover from a groin problem in time to play.
Cabaye, Patrice Evra and Paul Pogba are all one booking from a ban.
[h=2]MATCH PREVIEW[/h]As befits the traditionally close relationship between these neighbouring countries, Switzerland and France have been exchanging pleasantries ahead of a match which could all-but decide who wins Group E.
The Swiss, in particular, have been deferential to their opponents. Switzerland, don't forget, are the seeded nation and are 11 places higher than France at sixth in the Fifa rankings; however, the mantra from the players and coaching staff alike has been the same.



"Us, favourites? Absolutely not," said Swiss assistant coach Michel Pont, giving a response echoed by every Swiss player interviewed before this match.
Warming to his theme, Pont added: "Frankly, the current French team impresses me, they have found harmony. It's extremely difficult to find their weak points, it is the first time I have experienced this in 13 years. We have to create their weak points, by improvising and taking each chance."
Switzerland's insistence in making France favourites could, of course, be designed to deflect the pressure on to their opponents. The Swiss are unaccustomed to expectation at major tournaments, but their seeding is no fluke.
Head coach Ottmar Hitzfeld has moulded a young, vibrant side that has only lost once in the last two years and beat Ecuador in their opening game. Many of the players have progressed from the teams which won the Under-17 World Cup in 2009 and reached the Under-21 European Championship final two years later.
Nonetheless, France can expect a more cordial approach from their neighbours than the robust Honduras side they defeated on Sunday.
"They'll be obviously be committed, but it won't be anything like we had (against Honduras)," said France boss Didier Deschamps of Switzerland. "Their attacking line is much different, with much more individual quality, especially with the wingers who are heavily involved."
[h=2]MATCH FACTS[/h]Head-to-head

• The teams have met 36 times, with France leading by 15 wins to 12. There have been nine draws.
• Their only previous World Cup encounter ended goalless in the 2006 group stage.
• The last three meetings have ended in a draw. The last match not finishing in a draw was the 3-1 victory by France at the 20004 European Championship.
• France last won this fixture at Euro 2004, while Switzerland's most recent victory was by 2-1 in a friendly in Lausanne in 1992. Current France coach Didier Deschamps was in the starting line-up that day.

Switzerland

• Switzerland will qualify for the last 16 with a win, provided Honduras do not beat Ecuador.
• They are vying to win their opening two matches at a World Cup for the first time.
• The Swiss have won three successive internationals. Their only defeat in the last 19 games since May 2012 came away to South Korea in November (W13, D5, L1).
• Tranquillo Barnetta has played seven World Cup matches and is one appearance shy of equalling Swiss record holder Charles Antenen.

France

• France will qualify for the last 16 with a win, provided Ecuador do not beat Honduras.
• They are unbeaten in their last six matches (W5, D1) and can go seven successive games without defeat for the first time since a 23-match streak between 2010 and 2012.
• The only time France have won their first two group matches was in 1998, when they went on to become world champions.
• Karim Benzema can become the first player in 40 years - and the fifth in total - to score at least twice in each of his first two World Cup matches. Poland's Grzegorz Lato was the last player to achieve the feat, in 1974.

 

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World Cup TODAY 23:00

Honduras

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Ecuador

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KEY STAT: Honduras have won one of their last eight fixtures

EXPERT VERDICT: Ecuador and Honduras will be pushing for victory in Curitiba to get back into the hunt for a last-16 berth after their opening defeats. Ecuador are far better suited to playing an attacking game and their opponents may be feeling the strain after playing with ten men for the entire second half against France.

RECOMMENDATION: Ecuador
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Honduras v Ecuador

[h=2]2014 FIFA WORLD CUP[/h]

• Venue: Arena da Baixada, Curitiba
• Date: Friday 20 June
• Kick-off: 23:00 BST

[h=2]TEAM NEWS[/h]Honduras midfielder Wilson Palacios is suspended for his red card against France in the opening game, so former Hibernian loanee Jorge Claros or Oscar Boniek Garcia could start.
Defender Victor Bernardez is a fitness doubt, having been replaced by Osman Chavez at half-time in that match after suffering an ankle injury.
Ecuador are likely to field the same line-up that lost to Switzerland.
Juan Carlos Paredes is one booking from triggering a suspension.
[h=2]MATCH PREVIEW[/h]A five-year strain in relations between these countries - caused by a Honduran coup - only ended in March, and the coach of either side could be forgiven for causing a minor diplomatic incident by inadvertently heading to the opposition dugout.
Colombians Reinaldo Rueda and Luis Fernando Suarez have managed both of these national sides. Current Ecuador boss Rueda led Honduras at the 2010 World Cup, while Suarez took Ecuador to the last 16 for the first time on their last appearance in 2006.



A place in the knockout stage is the stated aim for both coaches. Having both lost their opening match, they know that a draw in the day's earlier Group E fixture between Switzerland and France would mean the loser of this game is eliminated.
Rueda admitted: "Obviously it is a match I would have preferred to have avoided. I love the people of Honduras very much and the love I have for them will always be there, even though we have a very intense 90 minutes ahead of us."
Suarez also accepts there will be some mixed emotions: "We achieved some great things together (in Ecuador) and I wouldn't be surprised if there is some sort of show of affection on the day of the game.
"However, it is a different side to mine now, they have got a lot of new players, which is an indication in itself of how much they have progressed. I think they play better football now, and I like the team a lot more than I did when I was in charge."
Not many neutrals seem to be fans of Honduras' physical brand of football. Wilson Palacios was sent off in the opening defeat by France,while Brazil star Neymar posted a photo on social media of his bruised legs after a 5-0 friendly win last November with the caption: 'Just about got out alive'.
Whether the Hondurans can leave a more positive mark on this World Cup remains to be seen.
[h=2]MATCH FACTS[/h]Head-to-head

• This is the first competitive fixture between the two nations.
• Their 13 previous meetings were all friendlies; eight ended in draws, while Ecuador have won three times and Honduras twice.
• The most recent encounter ended 2-2 in November 2013 in Houston. Carlos Costly scored twice for Honduras, while Jaime Ayovi and Enner Valencia, with a last-minute equaliser, responded for Ecuador.

Honduras

• Honduras have only won one of their last eight matches (W1, D3, L4).
• They await their first World Cup win, having drawn three and lost four of the previous seven.
• The Central American side have failed to score in their last five World Cup games, which equals the record set by Bolivia (1930-1994) and Algeria (1986-2014).
• Honduras' last World Cup goal was scored in 1982, when Tony Laing netted against Northern Ireland in a 1-1 group stage draw.
• They had just 29.2% possession in the 3-0 defeat by France, the lowest tally by any side in their opening game at the 2014 World Cup.

Ecuador

• Ecuador's only victory in their last eight matches came against Australia in March, when they recovered from 3-0 down to win 4-3 at The Den in Millwall.
• They have gone six matches without keeping a clean sheet.
• Enner Valencia has scored in each of his last five appearances for Ecuador.
• Luis Saritama could earn his 50th cap.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Belterra Park

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Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 2 - Maiden Special Weight - 6.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $13000 Class Rating: 74

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


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The Walker Group Picks

# 3 MR. WISEGUY 5/1


# 1 GRAND SLAM KID 2/1


# 2 NEW YORK GETAWAY 5/2

I think MR. WISEGUY is a formidable choice. Appears to be the type to be helped on Lasix here. Thornbury has one of the best winning percentages in this field with entries running at this distance and surface. Entrants trained by Thornbury in dirt sprint races are usually solid. GRAND SLAM KID - Could provide positive dividends based on very good recent speed figures with an average of 64. NEW YORK GETAWAY - Could provide positive profits based on formidable recent Equibase Speed Figs with an average of 53.

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Belmont - Race #3 - Post: 4:02pm - Stakes - 5.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $100,000 Class Rating: 99 Tremont S.

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#2 CHOCOLATE WILDCAT (ML=9/5)
#3 BESSIE'S BOY (ML=2/1)

CHOCOLATE WILDCAT - We have lots of early speed with this magnificent animal. He could wire this field. The last speed fig of 89 is the best last race speed rating in the bunch. He has the top earnings per start. Give the once over to this thoroughbred. BESSIE'S BOY - Has discovered a great spot today.

Vulnerable Contenders: #5 SHREWD MOVE (ML=3/1), #4 KING RONTOS (ML=6/1), #1 JAMAALAREE (ML=8/1),

SHREWD MOVE - Should be difficult for this horse to beat this field off of that last speed figure. Not likely to improve enough to run a figure close enough to today's class figure, so put him on the likely underpriced contenders list. KING RONTOS - No wager value on this horse at the probable odds of 6/1. JAMAALAREE - I predict disappointment for this animal in this race.


STRAIGHT WAGERS:

Bet on #2 CHOCOLATE WILDCAT to win if we can get at least 7/5 odds

EXACTA WAGERS:

Box [2,3]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Los Alamitos

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Race 6 - Claiming - 4.5f on the Dirt. Purse: $8000 Class Rating: 81

FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NOT WON TWO RACES IN 2014. THREE YEAR OLDS, 120 LBS.; OLDER, 123 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $2,500


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# 3 FROM HERE TO THERE 7/2


# 4 AMBASSY 3/1


# 5 RULE BY FAITH 2/1

FROM HERE TO THERE looks to be a competitive contender. He has very good class ratings, averaging 84, and has to be given a shot in this contest. Has performed solidly recently in sprint races, posting a nifty 75 avg speed figure. AMBASSY - Gavica should be able to get this gelding to break out early for this event. Posted a very good Equibase Speed Figure last time out. RULE BY FAITH - Always good to invest in a handler with this kind of solid win percentage - 18 percent - at this distance & surface. Ought to be considered for this event if only for the competitive speed figure recorded in the last race.

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Monmouth - Race #6 - Post: 3:16pm - Claiming - 9.0 furlongs on the Turf. Purse: $22,000 Class Rating: 88

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#4 NO MEANS NO (ML=5/2)
#5 SUESTEPS (ML=8/1)
#9 HAPPY VOYAGE (ML=3/1)

NO MEANS NO - Rode this animal on May 31st and Cotto is back again in the irons this time. This filly is in fine form, having run a strong race on May 31st, finishing second. This deep closer should have a solid impact on this race. Expect a solid closing kick. The recent speed rating of 90 is the highest last race speed figure in the field. SUESTEPS - Numerous positive 'sensations' joined to this campaigner and her brain trust. HAPPY VOYAGE - Equibase speed figs on the grass point to this horse as a legit contender. Has the best in the field for this dist/surf. I'll forgive that last race on May 31st when she was beaten as the favorite. That race was pretty good for a $25,000 Claiming race and this filly's fig was solid. This campaigner coming off a sharp try in the last month is a solid contender in my book. Look at this pattern of improvement. 81/85/88 are the last three speed figures.

Vulnerable Contenders: #6 GET'M UP PRONTO (ML=5/1), #1 GINNY G (ML=5/1), #3 ILEEN'S STAR (ML=6/1),

GET'M UP PRONTO - Extended rest time, then came back and finished fourth. Hard to expect much better in today's event. GINNY G - 5/1 odds isn't enough for this one when looking at the most recent efforts. Hard to recommend this one out of the one slot. Hasn't run well out of there. When scrutinizing today's Equibase class figure, she will have to register a better speed figure than in the last race to be competitive in this turf route.

Top HatGUEST COMMENTARY: The Brain - NO MEANS NO - Dropped down in class last time around the track at Monmouth. Stays at the same level today. Look for a strong showing.


STRAIGHT WAGERS: Go with #4 NO MEANS NO on top if we're getting at least 5/2 odds

EXACTA WAGERS:

4 with [5,9]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:

Box [4,5,9] Total Cost: $6

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Yonkers: Friday 6/20 Analysis
By Brewster Smith

DRF HARNESS

MEET STATS: 165 - 659 / $1,024.30 BEST BETS: 14 - 55 / $53.70

Best Bet: ELIN (11th)

Spot Play: SAILER EDDIE (2nd)


Race 1

(4) SODYS MOONSHINE showed some speed against better at Philly. Should be ready to roll to victory against this group. (6) DANAS SHARP SMART could be in the mix with the right kind of trip. (1) LONG FIGHT HANOVER was used up in the early stages last out at the Meadowlands.

Race 2

(3) SAILER EDDIE put in a mild bid last time out to grab the place spot. At best he can boss these. (5) FOX VALLEY STEFFEN just held on for win honors at Tioga recently. (1) MASTER PINE gets the luck of the draw.

Race 3

(2) CF STING REI raced evenly last time around so with that said, this pacer seems to be ready to put his best foot forward and get it done tonight. (6) BAY FISHEN DOC was sent down the road in his latest for all the glory. (1) ALASTAIR HANOVER fits well in here and draws the rail.

Race 4

(3) DVC GIVEMEATTITUDE did not fire when sent to Pocono recently but the good news is he finds a weak group to take to task for all the cash; maybe. (2) NORTHERN IDEAL moves to the 2-hole and Sears gets the call. (6) BAD AS BART could have a say if given a perfect trip to work with.

Race 5

(3) GAELIC AND GARLIC flashed fine speed upstate last time out. Trotter is capable of taking this at his best. (5) SIM BROWN drops a notch in class and Brennan stays. (1) IVANA HANOVER She retains the rail slot and could grab a share of the purse.

Race 6

(8) CORAGGIOSO was sharp in victory in his latest. Trotter's form is excellent and he's clearly the one to deny. (1) ROSSINI and (2) DAYLON MAGICIAN both have back class to contend with the top pick.

Race 7

(1) DENY DENY DENY was second best in his Philly finale. Gelding makes his return to Yonkers and the 1-hole should suit him quite well. (4) CUTTY SHARK has good early zip makes him a serious threat. (2) AMILLIONPENNIES with a good trip, this guy is not out of this by far.

Race 8

(3) BACKSTREET HANOVER Trotter closed well last time around for the show spot at Saratoga. She moves inside and a move forward is not out of the question. (1) AWESOME VALLEY just got up against tougher in his last try. (2) HARBOR POINT showed good speed in his last trip to the post.

Race 9

(2) FASHION MYSTERY Pacing miss is knocking at the door based on her last two efforts. All systems go for her to get it done. (5) COCOA BEACH just missed the win spot in her last start at this level. (3) SIMPLE SAVER N beat lesser company at Philly recently.

Race 10

Will take a shot with (6) KEENAN to put it all together tonight; maybe. (2) AFFIRMED ACTION gets serious post relief after a tough ride from the 8-hole last time out. (3) LONG STORY SHORT is back at Yonkers where he was a game second two tries ago.

Race 11

(3) ELIN She put in an even finish last time around. Five-year-old miss is seeking her third score of the year and this girl might be ready tonight with Brennan at the controls. (1) ALTERNAT THURSDAYS should fare quite well from the fence. (7) FLEX THE MUSCLE should be closing in the final stages of the race.

Race 12

(7) SIR JILLIAN Z TAM With a complete meltdown, this pacing gal can mow them down for all the glory. (2) SUMMER SNOW and (1) KEYSTONE WANDA Both of these ladies could contend with the luck of the draw.

 

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Meadowlands: Friday 6/20 Analysis
By Derick Giwner

DRF HARNESS

Race 1 - $25,000 Guaranteed Pick Five Pool

Race 3 - $30,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

Race 7 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

MEET STATS: 57 - 183 / $353.40 BEST BETS: 8 - 14 / $31.40


Best Bet: HEAVENS DOOR (2nd)

Spot Play: ARIA J (7th)

Race 1

(2) RED HOT SPICY showed enough as a 2-year-old to see she can trot with this group. We’ve already seen that Svanstedt can get them ready off a lackluster qualifier and notice the top fillies she faced that morning. (1) SCREAM AND SHOUT certainly fits but still has that 0-for-16 albatross around her neck. (6) KING CITY had an interesting trip last time and could do better with smoother sailing.

Race 2

(4) HEAVEN’S DOOR faces the boys this week but just seems to be a second faster than this group. (2) MONTALBANO BI has looked good in a pair of Big M tries and might just have what it takes to continue to progress. (1) MOONLIGHT IN MIAMI looked good on May 16 and seems to have room for improvement.

Race 3

(7) CLEMENTINE DREAM gets written into the race under the AE condition earnings cap. Four-year-old is in career form and facing mostly younger competition. (2) HILLUSTRIOUS seems to be coming into his own and could have a future. (8) TEAM SIX should have gotten the job done last week; faces easier.

Race 4

(4) PERMANENT JOY was stuck in post eight at Philly last time. Gelding finds the perfect spot this week. (10) B L CLASS ACT is racing well and has proven he can overcome outside posts. (8) HARDROCKNJESSICA remains in form.

Race 5

(4) ALWAYS ON A ROLL reunited with Gingras and perked back up. This is a questionable field. (6) DON’T BLAME HER has been racing well. (8) MISS MACHQUEEN drops down and could awaken.

Race 6

(6) HANDOVER BELLE put in another nice effort last time and seems to have found her best form cycle. (7) PICTURE THIS had a tough trip in his first start since November. Four-year-old has ability and is very dangerous. (3) CEDAR DOVE was a bit better last time. Perhaps this classy lady is ready to get in gear.

Race 7

(4) ARIA J has been racing okay versus better. Now she drops in class and adds Tetrick. (1) WESTERN EMPRESS had no shot last time but was a sharp winner in his prior start. (5) ANGELS DELIGHT drops down and was Campbell’s choice.

Race 8

(5) DEWEYCOLORINTHELINE made over $400K as a 3-year-old and has been brought along slowly this year, picking up confidence in easy spots at Saratoga. He arrives at the Meadowlands in the perfect spot to keep winning. (1) PINE CREDIT only needs to stay trotting to have a chance. (9) MA CHERE HALL is the best in the race, but she can’t seem to keep her act together.

Race 9

Sometimes as a handicapper you have to be honest with yourself. I have no opinion in this race. For the record . . . (6) DREAM LAKE, (1) NEW YORK ATTITUDE and (4) CHINESE CUISINE.

Race 10

(4) RAGAZZO DOLCE finds a much softer group and should be handled aggressively this week. (6) MARCUS BI has displayed the ability to step up in easy spots like this one. (10) NEWSBOY MORIARTY adds Gingras; chance with trip.

Race 11

Six of the seven trotters in this leg of the TVG could potentially win. That said, until someone knocks (5) SEBASTIAN K off his thrown, he’ll get my call. I’m looking for a more conservative drive from Svanstedt this week. (3) MARKET SHARE reunites with Tetrick and should quickly pick up his game. My only concern is what trip he may get. (4) ARCH MADNESS could leave and sit a trip or wait for cover and wind up behind Market Share; interesting. (7) SEVRUGA will likely be gunning to the front.

Race 12

(5) BLUEBIRD KIDSQUEEN raced well from a tough spot last time. (6) BROADWAY ROCKS drops down from the C-1 to C-2 level. (1) DOUBLE BUNDY N adds Gingras this week.

Race 13

(7) LOTSA MATZAH made an excusable break on a half mile track last time. She is plenty fast enough to beat this group and should be able to pick up some confidence. (2) DELICIOUSLYNAUGHTY draws better this week. (5) EMBASSY SEELSTER has done a good job of getting checks lately.

 

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Mohawk: Friday 6/20 Analysis
By Greg Gangle

DRF HARNESS

Race 4 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

Best Bet: MAJOR DANCER (6th)

Spot Play: TRUE REFLECTION (10th)


Race 1

(1) THE MUSCLER is fresh off an open length score in his latest in this class and is now blessed with the rail. (10) MASSIVE POCKETS will have to overcome post 10, but went gate-to-wire in his latest and has a solid record this season. (2) AVENTURE draws inside, is fresh off a win and has a good overall record this season.

Race 2

(1) AMORA BEACH won he qualifier convincingly in her latest and gets the rail. She was a $100K yearling and is set to begin her career. (10) NEWBIE comes from a top barn, won her qualifier and is a top candidate in here. (2) WEAPONS DEALER draws inside and posted a winning qualifier for Waxman and Ouellette. She looks legit in her first dash of her career.

Race 3

(4) MIDFIELD MAGIC hasn't been at his best in recent starts, but drops to a level where he's very competitive at. (6) QUIT SMOKING NOW drops in class, draws well and shows the speed needed for this event. (3) KEYSTONE ORION is a good option if he minds his manners. He has all kinds of speed, is fresh off a win and draws inside.

Race 4

(10) OFFICAL CHEROKEE will have to overcome the outside, but he comes out of the Steacy barn and hasn't missed the board in both starts this season. (1) MITTCENT VAN GOGH draws inside and went a tough trip in his latest. He's hit the board in three of his last four and is capable of improving. (8) MYTHE DUHARAS went a speedy mile in his latest with a terrific final quarter.

Race 5

(7) PRAIRIE ILLUSION shows the speed and might offer a price. That was a good effort from her on June 7 and she gets Condren in the bike. (2) GREYSTONE LADYLIKE draws inside and has been much better in recent weeks. (1) DREAMFAIR ECLIPSE gets the rail and closed very well last week from ninth-to-second. She remains at the same class this week.

Race 6

(7) MAJOR DANCER comes out of the Fan Hanover and into this level. She looks like she's tons the best in here. (9) POLK DOT HANOVER comes out of the Menary barn. Is fresh off a win and has a solid overall record this season. (10) A AND GS DELIGHT ships onto this circuit and races out of the Capone barn. She'll offer a fair price from the outside post and is a good option for the triactor.

Race 7

(10) A REAL COMMITMENT has been a popular mare as of late with three claims entered in her last four starts. She's also posted three straight wins at this level. (9) CHERYLS SURPRISE has a terrific overall record this season, comes out of the Auciello barn and drops in class. (6) SELMAS WISH draws well this week and closed very well in her latest to finish second in this class.

Race 8

(7) HAPPILY EVER AFTER has two wins from four starts this season and comes out of the O'Sullivan barn. In this field, she looks like she's the best on paper. (5) WANNA ROCK N ROLL draws well and comes out of the Fan Hanover and into a very competitive field. (2) FRAME WORTHY has raced very well in both starts this season and gets post relief in here.

Race 9

(10) RAVISHNMASTERPIECE has terrific gate-speed to overcome the outside post and has a terrific record this season. (1) WILDCAT BEAUTY has been knocking on the door in recent starts, gets the rail and tends to offer a fair price. (6) WINDSONG JACOBA enjoyed a solid campaign last season and has posted two credible qualifiers in her return.

Race 10

(1) TRUE REFLECTION gets major class and post relief. (7) PUTMEINTOGO raced well to finish third in her latest, drops in class and has the speed for this level. (2) BAROCKEY draws inside, has excellent gate speed and has hit the board in each of her last two.

 

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SPOT PLAYS

For Friday


TRACK (RACE) HORSE, MORNING LINE


Arlington (8th) Erin Prairie, 9-2
(9th) Call Me West, 7-2

Belmont Park (1st) Successful Runner, 7-2
(6th) Aunty Pearl, 3-1

Belterra Park (3rd) Worthy of Wings, 4-1
(4th) Ruud Grrl, 3-1


Calder (6th) Giacomo the Great, 4-1
(8th) Villere, 3-1


Canterbury Park (6th) Skip the Rate, 5-1
(7th) Julie S., 4-1


Charles Town (1st) Majestic Cat, 7-2
(3rd) Ulysses S. Grant, 4-1


Churchill Downs (2nd) One Brave Warrior, 3-1
(10th) Helen Kathleen, 4-1


Evangeline Downs (2nd) Why It's True, 3-1
(10th) Lunarpal's Mission, 6-1


Finger Lakes (4th) Bustin Out Allover, 5-1
(7th) Brother Al, 5-1


Gulfstream Park (7th) Pay Any Price, 7-2
(8th) Little Boss, 4-1


Indiana Downs (2nd) Sea the Moon, 7-2
(8th) Scatidash, 3-1


Lone Star Park (5th) Johnny Whip, 5-1
(9th) Hootie Pie, 7-2


Louisiana Downs (3rd) Storm Half, 6-1
(5th) Sequoia's Cue, 6-1


Monmouth Park (6th) Happy Voyage, 3-1
(7th) It All Adds Up, 4-1


Penn National (2nd) Take the Prize, 4-1
(8th) Bev's Izzabella, 4-1


Pleasanton (3rd) Living Life, 3-1
(6th) Nina's Dragon, 4-1


Prairie Meadows (2nd) Bolting Brown, 7-2
(3rd) Have We Met, 7-2


Santa Anita (7th) Tenkiller Kid, 7-2
(8th) Smart Journey, 4-1


Thistledown (4th) Hotel Mike, 3-1
(7th) Keepler's Vision, 9-2


Woodbine (5th) Drunken Stilettos, 3-1
(9th) Take a Pitch, 7-2

 

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MLB

Preview: Mariners (37-36) at Royals (39-33)

Game: 1
Venue: Ewing M. Kauffman Stadium
Date: June 20, 2014 8:10 PM EDT

Following the end to their longest win streak in 20 years, the Kansas City Royals are focused on keeping their hard-earned spot atop the AL Central.

With leading home run hitter Alex Gordon's status uncertain, the Royals look to maintain sole possession of first place in the division by earning a fifth consecutive home victory Friday night against the Seattle Mariners.

Kansas City (39-33) batted .327, scored 69 runs and hit .429 with runners in scoring position during its first 10-game win streak since a string of 14 straight victories in 1994. The Royals had six hits and went 1 for 7 with runners in scoring position in Thursday's 2-1 defeat to Detroit.

Kansas City is a half-game ahead of the Tigers and in first place this late in the season for the first time since August 2003.

"This doesn't end anything. We've gone 10-1 in our last 11 games, and we're going home in first place. We just have to keep playing the way we are right now," said designated hitter Billy Butler, hitting .441 with 11 RBIs in his last nine games.

Gordon, batting .346 with seven of his eight homers and 23 RBIs in his last 29 contests, did not play Thursday because of flu-like symptoms and his status is unknown for the Royals' return home from a seven-game trip. Nori Aoki played through an ailing groin Thursday after sitting out a 2-1 victory Wednesday.

The Mariners (37-36) are hoping Hisashi Iwakuma (5-3, 2.59 ERA) can continue to pitch well despite his own ailment.

The right-hander, 2-1 with a 1.61 ERA in three starts this month, had his neck tighten up prior to facing Texas on Sunday. He yielded just a solo homer and five other hits in eight innings of a 5-1 victory.

"I'm feeling much better," Iwakuma told the team's website Thursday through a translator. "I did my flat ground throwing yesterday and wasn't feeling anything. So that's good progress, and, hopefully, it turns out to be nothing (Friday)."

Iwakuma has pitched eight scoreless innings and allowed four hits in each of his two career starts against Kansas City. He struck out seven in a 1-0 home victory May 8, and has a 2.49 ERA in winning all three road starts this season.

Iwakuma's victory over Texas started a three-game win streak for Seattle, but the Mariners followed with two losses in San Diego. The Mariners, who fell 4-1 Thursday, tallied one run in each defeat after producing 16 runs during their streak.

James Shields (8-3, 3.50) tries to keep Seattle's lineup quiet while seeking a sixth straight win and third in as many starts. After a stellar outing against the New York Yankees on June 8, the right-hander gave up 10 hits in six innings against the Chicago White Sox on Sunday but came away with a 6-3 road victory.

Shields, 3-0 with a 1.80 ERA in his last three home starts, is 4-4 with a 3.83 ERA in 13 career matchups with Seattle, the most recent July 20, 2012, with Tampa Bay.

The Mariners' Robinson Cano, owner of a 20-game road hit streak, is batting .395 (32 for 81) against Shields in his career with four homers, eight doubles and two triples. That's his best average versus any of the 30 pitchers he's faced at least 30 times.

Kyle Seager is 5 for 8 with two homers against Shields.

Kansas City's Eric Hosmer is 3 for 6 lifetime against Iwakuma but 1 for 13 with nine runners left on base in his last three games.

 

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