At the Gate - Friday
By Mike Dempsey
California Chrome was installed as the 6-5 morning line favorite for Saturday’s $12 million Pegasus World Cup Invitational (G1), but it looks as if horseplayers are not too keen on his outside draw and Arrogate is taking more action in early betting.
Arrogate is down to -125 in advanced wagering while California Chrome has drifted up to +125.
There is a short run to the first turn at Gulfstream Park at the 1 1/8 mile distance, putting California Chrome at a disadvantage.
Arrogate drew the rail, which may not be much better as there is some speed to his outside, which may force the hand of his jockey Mike Smith to avoid getting caught in behind runners going into the first turn.
Noble Bird has taken some action, down to +1600. The Mark Casse trainee figures to be the pacesetter and has run some big numbers. He won the Fayette (G2) in October with a 109 Beyer Speed Figure and earned a 110 winning the Pimlico Special (G3) last May.
Neolithic is currently at odds of +2000 and seems to be the “wise guy” runner in the Pegasus field. He was an impressive winner versus first level allowance foes in his last outing after a second in the Discovery (G3). His last two Beyers are 101 and 100.
As I write this on Thursday evening I still have a few hours of handicapping to do on Saturday’s 12-race card that features seven stakes and plenty of full fields.
I will have my full card report along with my selections and analysis for the Pegasus World Cup available by Friday afternoon.
Latest Wagering Odds for the Pegasus World Cup
Arrogate -125
California Chrome +125
Eragon +5500
Keen Ice +2000
Neolithic +2000
Semper Fortis +4000
Shaman Ghost +2800
War Story +5500
Prayer For Relief +12000
Noble Bird +1600
War Envoy +15000
Breaking Lucky +2800
Here is the opening race from Gulfstream Park to get the day off to a good start:
GP Race 1 Alw $50,000 (12:05 ET)
2 E Z's Mistress 7-2
4 Loving Valentina 8-5
3 Faith N Hope 5-1
7 Hello Juliet 9-2
Analysis: E Z's Mistress tracked the early pace and finished gamely in a runner up finish last out for a $35,000 tag, beaten a half-length while nearly seven lengths clear of the rest of the field in the effort. She was an impressive gate to wire winner three back in her second career start at GP West earning a solid number. She has just four starts under her belt and appears to have more upside than the chalk in here.
Loving Valentina took 11 tries to break her maiden and then she reeled off three straight wins against $16,000 foes. She was claimed out of her last outing by the Navarro barn that is 22% winners first off the claim. She won going a mile in the slop last out but her first three sins all came in sprints. She is the logical one to bet but her price is going to be very much on the light side here.
Wagering
WIN: #2 to win at 5-2 or better.
EX: 2,4 / 2,3,4,7
TRI: 2,4 / 2,3,4,7 / 1,2,3,4,7
Today’s Featured Race of the Day from Gulfstream Park:
GP Race 8 Clm $12,500N2L (4:02 ET)
7 Money Market 3-1
8 Souper True 6-1
1 Command Peter 2-1
2 Proud Enough 4-1
Analysis: Money Market is back on dirt after checking in fifth last out on turf against $16,000 non-winners of two. The gelding had to steady breaking about three furlongs out and finished evenly. Two back the gelding set the early fractions and held on to the runner up spot. His maiden score came on the fake stuff but willing to give him another look on dirt as he catches a weak looking group. The Walsh barn is 19% winners (with a +ROI) moving runners from turf to dirt.
Souper True was not a threat in a 10th place finish last out in the same race our top picks exits. He is better on dirt and ran solid numbers at Philly three and four back versus tougher. Plesa hits at a 27% clip (with a +ROI) moving runners from turf to dirt. His maiden score came in the mud at Pimlico for a $40,000 tag. The surface switch will suit this gelding.
Wagering
WIN: #7 to win at 3-1 or better.
EX: 7,8 / 1,2,7,8
TRI: 7,8 / 1,2,7,8 / 1,2,5,7,8
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.
Gulfstream Park
R3: #7 Dadandi 10-1
R4: 32 Mo Cash 8-1
R5: #9 Xanto 8-1
R6: #3 I’m Majestic 12-1
R7: #1 Conquest Rapiduno 10-1
R7: #5 Guantanamera 12-1
R9: #2 Greenhorn 8-1
R11: #12 Giannino 12-1
R11: Crazy Frank C 8-1
Good luck today!
By Mike Dempsey
California Chrome was installed as the 6-5 morning line favorite for Saturday’s $12 million Pegasus World Cup Invitational (G1), but it looks as if horseplayers are not too keen on his outside draw and Arrogate is taking more action in early betting.
Arrogate is down to -125 in advanced wagering while California Chrome has drifted up to +125.
There is a short run to the first turn at Gulfstream Park at the 1 1/8 mile distance, putting California Chrome at a disadvantage.
Arrogate drew the rail, which may not be much better as there is some speed to his outside, which may force the hand of his jockey Mike Smith to avoid getting caught in behind runners going into the first turn.
Noble Bird has taken some action, down to +1600. The Mark Casse trainee figures to be the pacesetter and has run some big numbers. He won the Fayette (G2) in October with a 109 Beyer Speed Figure and earned a 110 winning the Pimlico Special (G3) last May.
Neolithic is currently at odds of +2000 and seems to be the “wise guy” runner in the Pegasus field. He was an impressive winner versus first level allowance foes in his last outing after a second in the Discovery (G3). His last two Beyers are 101 and 100.
As I write this on Thursday evening I still have a few hours of handicapping to do on Saturday’s 12-race card that features seven stakes and plenty of full fields.
I will have my full card report along with my selections and analysis for the Pegasus World Cup available by Friday afternoon.
Latest Wagering Odds for the Pegasus World Cup
Arrogate -125
California Chrome +125
Eragon +5500
Keen Ice +2000
Neolithic +2000
Semper Fortis +4000
Shaman Ghost +2800
War Story +5500
Prayer For Relief +12000
Noble Bird +1600
War Envoy +15000
Breaking Lucky +2800
Here is the opening race from Gulfstream Park to get the day off to a good start:
GP Race 1 Alw $50,000 (12:05 ET)
2 E Z's Mistress 7-2
4 Loving Valentina 8-5
3 Faith N Hope 5-1
7 Hello Juliet 9-2
Analysis: E Z's Mistress tracked the early pace and finished gamely in a runner up finish last out for a $35,000 tag, beaten a half-length while nearly seven lengths clear of the rest of the field in the effort. She was an impressive gate to wire winner three back in her second career start at GP West earning a solid number. She has just four starts under her belt and appears to have more upside than the chalk in here.
Loving Valentina took 11 tries to break her maiden and then she reeled off three straight wins against $16,000 foes. She was claimed out of her last outing by the Navarro barn that is 22% winners first off the claim. She won going a mile in the slop last out but her first three sins all came in sprints. She is the logical one to bet but her price is going to be very much on the light side here.
Wagering
WIN: #2 to win at 5-2 or better.
EX: 2,4 / 2,3,4,7
TRI: 2,4 / 2,3,4,7 / 1,2,3,4,7
Today’s Featured Race of the Day from Gulfstream Park:
GP Race 8 Clm $12,500N2L (4:02 ET)
7 Money Market 3-1
8 Souper True 6-1
1 Command Peter 2-1
2 Proud Enough 4-1
Analysis: Money Market is back on dirt after checking in fifth last out on turf against $16,000 non-winners of two. The gelding had to steady breaking about three furlongs out and finished evenly. Two back the gelding set the early fractions and held on to the runner up spot. His maiden score came on the fake stuff but willing to give him another look on dirt as he catches a weak looking group. The Walsh barn is 19% winners (with a +ROI) moving runners from turf to dirt.
Souper True was not a threat in a 10th place finish last out in the same race our top picks exits. He is better on dirt and ran solid numbers at Philly three and four back versus tougher. Plesa hits at a 27% clip (with a +ROI) moving runners from turf to dirt. His maiden score came in the mud at Pimlico for a $40,000 tag. The surface switch will suit this gelding.
Wagering
WIN: #7 to win at 3-1 or better.
EX: 7,8 / 1,2,7,8
TRI: 7,8 / 1,2,7,8 / 1,2,5,7,8
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.
Gulfstream Park
R3: #7 Dadandi 10-1
R4: 32 Mo Cash 8-1
R5: #9 Xanto 8-1
R6: #3 I’m Majestic 12-1
R7: #1 Conquest Rapiduno 10-1
R7: #5 Guantanamera 12-1
R9: #2 Greenhorn 8-1
R11: #12 Giannino 12-1
R11: Crazy Frank C 8-1
Good luck today!
Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Meadowlands
Always check program numbers.
Odds shown are morning line odds.
Race 6 - Post: 8:55 - 1 mile. TROT - Class Rating: 94 - Purse:$13000 - N/W $11,500
CONSORTIUM*CHOICES
# 8 CLASSICAL ANNIE 9/2
# 2 WATKINS 3/1
# 3 B YOYO 2/1
CLASSICAL ANNIE looks nice to best this group. This affair could very well be controlled by this mare. One look at the avgerage speed figure will prove that. This standardbred looks very good considering the high class ratings. We wouldn't recommend tossing out of any exotics. Worth considering in this event if only for the very good speed rating recorded in the last race. WATKINS - That 94 TrackMaster Speed Rating clocked in the most recent race puts this solid standardbred in the mix in this event. With a strong driver, who has won at a good 20 percent rate the past month, this has to be one of the best plays. B YOYO - He has been racing well and the speed ratings are among the top in the field. This harness racer has shown us some ability in the past, just look at the 93 average class figure. Should play well for this one.
Always check program numbers.
Odds shown are morning line odds.
Race 6 - Post: 8:55 - 1 mile. TROT - Class Rating: 94 - Purse:$13000 - N/W $11,500
CONSORTIUM*CHOICES
# 8 CLASSICAL ANNIE 9/2
# 2 WATKINS 3/1
# 3 B YOYO 2/1
CLASSICAL ANNIE looks nice to best this group. This affair could very well be controlled by this mare. One look at the avgerage speed figure will prove that. This standardbred looks very good considering the high class ratings. We wouldn't recommend tossing out of any exotics. Worth considering in this event if only for the very good speed rating recorded in the last race. WATKINS - That 94 TrackMaster Speed Rating clocked in the most recent race puts this solid standardbred in the mix in this event. With a strong driver, who has won at a good 20 percent rate the past month, this has to be one of the best plays. B YOYO - He has been racing well and the speed ratings are among the top in the field. This harness racer has shown us some ability in the past, just look at the 93 average class figure. Should play well for this one.
Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Miami Valley
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Odds shown are morning line odds.
Race 4 - Post: 7:05 - 1 mile. TROT - Class Rating: 81 - Purse:$6500 - N/W $2250 IN LAST 4 STARTS
CONSORTIUM*CHOICES
# 1 TOUCHDOWN AS 2/1
# 6 CAPTAIN GREEDY 3/1
# 2 DEMONS N DIAMONDS 9/2
Look no further than TOUCHDOWN AS as the wager this time. Could very well be the most respectable in the field of horses here, showing formidable numbers of late. Avg speed is a solid 87. Heads into this race with really good TrackMaster class rankings as compared to the pack - worth a look. Worth considering in here if only for the great TrackMaster Speed Rating recorded in the last contest. CAPTAIN GREEDY - Win clip for this driver-trainer is a sparkling 29 percent - magnificent likelihood. Considered a solid wager based solely on his high win figure. DEMONS N DIAMONDS - The handicapping group gives this solid standardbred a very good chance to win this one, class ratings are tops in the pack.
Always check program numbers.
Odds shown are morning line odds.
Race 4 - Post: 7:05 - 1 mile. TROT - Class Rating: 81 - Purse:$6500 - N/W $2250 IN LAST 4 STARTS
CONSORTIUM*CHOICES
# 1 TOUCHDOWN AS 2/1
# 6 CAPTAIN GREEDY 3/1
# 2 DEMONS N DIAMONDS 9/2
Look no further than TOUCHDOWN AS as the wager this time. Could very well be the most respectable in the field of horses here, showing formidable numbers of late. Avg speed is a solid 87. Heads into this race with really good TrackMaster class rankings as compared to the pack - worth a look. Worth considering in here if only for the great TrackMaster Speed Rating recorded in the last contest. CAPTAIN GREEDY - Win clip for this driver-trainer is a sparkling 29 percent - magnificent likelihood. Considered a solid wager based solely on his high win figure. DEMONS N DIAMONDS - The handicapping group gives this solid standardbred a very good chance to win this one, class ratings are tops in the pack.
Handicapped by The Walker Group at Laurel
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Odds shown are morning line odds.
Race 9 - Claiming - 8.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $15000 Class Rating: 73
FOR FILLIES AND MARES FOUR YEARS OLD AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES. WEIGHT, 124 LBS. MAIDENS ALLOWED 5 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $5,000, FOR EACH $250 TO $4,500 2 LBS.
RECOMMENDED*CHOICES
# 6 WEATHERURNOT 9/2
# 5 CHAMPAGNE TIME 2/1
# 3 STREET MIZ 6/1
WEATHERURNOT is the most competitive bet in this race. Is a solid contender - given the 59 speed rating from her most recent race. She has been running solidly recently while recording solid speed figures. This mare has a good win percentage in dirt route races. CHAMPAGNE TIME - Has been running in the most competitive company of the group as of late. Might best this group here, showing very strong figs of late. STREET MIZ - Must be given a chance - I like the figures from the last contest. In fine fettle, and coming back almost immediately again this time out.
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Odds shown are morning line odds.
Race 9 - Claiming - 8.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $15000 Class Rating: 73
FOR FILLIES AND MARES FOUR YEARS OLD AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES. WEIGHT, 124 LBS. MAIDENS ALLOWED 5 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $5,000, FOR EACH $250 TO $4,500 2 LBS.
RECOMMENDED*CHOICES
# 6 WEATHERURNOT 9/2
# 5 CHAMPAGNE TIME 2/1
# 3 STREET MIZ 6/1
WEATHERURNOT is the most competitive bet in this race. Is a solid contender - given the 59 speed rating from her most recent race. She has been running solidly recently while recording solid speed figures. This mare has a good win percentage in dirt route races. CHAMPAGNE TIME - Has been running in the most competitive company of the group as of late. Might best this group here, showing very strong figs of late. STREET MIZ - Must be given a chance - I like the figures from the last contest. In fine fettle, and coming back almost immediately again this time out.
Handicapped by The Walker Group at Sunland Park
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Odds shown are morning line odds.
Race 1 - Maiden - 300y on the Dirt. Purse: $20600 Class Rating: 83
QUARTER HORSE 300Y, FOR MAIDENS, THREE YEARS OLD. WEIGHT, 122 LBS.
RECOMMENDED*CHOICES
# 1 CLONDIKE 3/1
# 12 RC SHOLO UNO 15/1
# 8 CORONA CRUISIN CHICK 5/1
My selection in here is CLONDIKE. Should compete strongly in the pace contest which bodes well with this field. Looks decent for the conditions of this contest today, showing solid figures in short races recently. Has to be given a shot based on the strong Equibase Speed Figure earned in the last race. RC SHOLO UNO - Might wake up with Lasix change (with second time Lasix) today. Moreno has one of the best winning percentages in this group with entries running at this distance and surface. CORONA CRUISIN CHICK - Vaunts solid Equibase Speed Figs on average overall when measured up against the rest of this group of horses in this race. Has been running in the most competitive company of the field lately.
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Odds shown are morning line odds.
Race 1 - Maiden - 300y on the Dirt. Purse: $20600 Class Rating: 83
QUARTER HORSE 300Y, FOR MAIDENS, THREE YEARS OLD. WEIGHT, 122 LBS.
RECOMMENDED*CHOICES
# 1 CLONDIKE 3/1
# 12 RC SHOLO UNO 15/1
# 8 CORONA CRUISIN CHICK 5/1
My selection in here is CLONDIKE. Should compete strongly in the pace contest which bodes well with this field. Looks decent for the conditions of this contest today, showing solid figures in short races recently. Has to be given a shot based on the strong Equibase Speed Figure earned in the last race. RC SHOLO UNO - Might wake up with Lasix change (with second time Lasix) today. Moreno has one of the best winning percentages in this group with entries running at this distance and surface. CORONA CRUISIN CHICK - Vaunts solid Equibase Speed Figs on average overall when measured up against the rest of this group of horses in this race. Has been running in the most competitive company of the field lately.
Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts
Penn National - Race #2 - Post: 6:27pm - Maiden Claiming - 8.3 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $16,300 Class Rating: 80
Rating:
#7 HIBERNIA FIRE (ML=5/2)
HIBERNIA FIRE - Sub-par try last time out at Laurel was due to the off-going (he finished seventh). Expect better right here without the off-track conditions.
Vulnerable Contenders: #4 PATH DEPENDENT (ML=8/5), #1 JUMP STREET HERO (ML=3/1), #3 MAD MEL (ML=8/1),
PATH DEPENDENT - This steed hasn't been near the victor at the wire recently. This gelding hasn't been getting the job done as the favorite. JUMP STREET HERO - Finished third in his most recent effort with a run-of-the-mill speed fig. When I look at today's class figure, it would take an improved performance to score after that in this bunch.
STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Bet on #7 HIBERNIA FIRE to win if you can get at least 1/1 odds
EXACTA WAGERS:
Pass
TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Pass
SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
None
Penn National - Race #2 - Post: 6:27pm - Maiden Claiming - 8.3 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $16,300 Class Rating: 80
Rating:
#7 HIBERNIA FIRE (ML=5/2)
HIBERNIA FIRE - Sub-par try last time out at Laurel was due to the off-going (he finished seventh). Expect better right here without the off-track conditions.
Vulnerable Contenders: #4 PATH DEPENDENT (ML=8/5), #1 JUMP STREET HERO (ML=3/1), #3 MAD MEL (ML=8/1),
PATH DEPENDENT - This steed hasn't been near the victor at the wire recently. This gelding hasn't been getting the job done as the favorite. JUMP STREET HERO - Finished third in his most recent effort with a run-of-the-mill speed fig. When I look at today's class figure, it would take an improved performance to score after that in this bunch.
STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Bet on #7 HIBERNIA FIRE to win if you can get at least 1/1 odds
EXACTA WAGERS:
Pass
TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Pass
SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
None
Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts
Santa Anita - Race #6 - Post: 3:30pm - Claiming - 6.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $14,000 Class Rating: 91
Rating:
#1 JUSTONEMORETHING (ML=5/1)
#7 AIKAU (ML=3/1)
JUSTONEMORETHING - Got to appreciate a good work horse. This gelding's last workout was second fastest of the day for the distance. Have to like the way Avalos has raced this gelding back into shape off the layoff. Animal is well spotted in this sprint and I think he'll run well today. AIKAU - Gelding is a few starts into a comeback here. Should give a top effort today. You should disregard that last clash at Santa Anita on a track listed as good where he finished outside the top 3. Should do well today without the off-track conditions.
Vulnerable Contenders: #2 MADELYN'S WILD MAX (ML=7/2), #5 CINCO DE MARIO (ML=4/1), #4 OUTTHINK'EM (ML=5/1),
MADELYN'S WILD MAX - This gelding hasn't had any strong victories in sprint contests in the last sixty days. Earned a mediocre speed fig in the last race in an $8,000 Claiming race on January 2nd. Doubtful to see an improved performance off of that figure. CINCO DE MARIO - This racer hasn't won at this track. This less than sharp equine ran a disappointing speed rating last time around the track. He shouldn't show signs of improvement and will probably suffer defeat in today's race running that figure. OUTTHINK'EM - The strong exertion in the last race may knock this gelding off stride today.
STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Putting our cash on #1 JUSTONEMORETHING to win. Have to have odds of at least 5/2 or better though
EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [1,7]
TRIFECTA WAGERS:
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SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
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Santa Anita - Race #6 - Post: 3:30pm - Claiming - 6.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $14,000 Class Rating: 91
Rating:
#1 JUSTONEMORETHING (ML=5/1)
#7 AIKAU (ML=3/1)
JUSTONEMORETHING - Got to appreciate a good work horse. This gelding's last workout was second fastest of the day for the distance. Have to like the way Avalos has raced this gelding back into shape off the layoff. Animal is well spotted in this sprint and I think he'll run well today. AIKAU - Gelding is a few starts into a comeback here. Should give a top effort today. You should disregard that last clash at Santa Anita on a track listed as good where he finished outside the top 3. Should do well today without the off-track conditions.
Vulnerable Contenders: #2 MADELYN'S WILD MAX (ML=7/2), #5 CINCO DE MARIO (ML=4/1), #4 OUTTHINK'EM (ML=5/1),
MADELYN'S WILD MAX - This gelding hasn't had any strong victories in sprint contests in the last sixty days. Earned a mediocre speed fig in the last race in an $8,000 Claiming race on January 2nd. Doubtful to see an improved performance off of that figure. CINCO DE MARIO - This racer hasn't won at this track. This less than sharp equine ran a disappointing speed rating last time around the track. He shouldn't show signs of improvement and will probably suffer defeat in today's race running that figure. OUTTHINK'EM - The strong exertion in the last race may knock this gelding off stride today.
STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Putting our cash on #1 JUSTONEMORETHING to win. Have to have odds of at least 5/2 or better though
EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [1,7]
TRIFECTA WAGERS:
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SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
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Handicapped by Rick Needham at Aqueduct
RACE #3 - AQUEDUCT - 1:18 PM EASTERN POST
6.0 FURLONGS WINTERIZED INNER DIRT TRACK FOUR YEARS OLD AND UPWARD $35,000.00 CLAIMING $42,000.00 PURSE
#6 LORD COMMANDER
#4 TIMBER
#2 DR. SHANE
#1 DARK ROAST
#6 LORD COMMANDER is the overall speed leader in this claiming field sprinting at this afternoon's distance of 6.0 furlongs on the dirt, and has produced "POWER RUN PERFORMANCES" in four straight, hitting the board in each of his last three "adventures," facing better company in both of his last two starts. Jockey Jose Ortiz and Trainer Todd Pletcher send him to the post ... they've hit the board with 53% of their entries saddled as a team to date. #4 TIMBER, the pace profile leader has hit the board in three of his respective last four outings, including a win in his last start.
RACE #3 - AQUEDUCT - 1:18 PM EASTERN POST
6.0 FURLONGS WINTERIZED INNER DIRT TRACK FOUR YEARS OLD AND UPWARD $35,000.00 CLAIMING $42,000.00 PURSE
#6 LORD COMMANDER
#4 TIMBER
#2 DR. SHANE
#1 DARK ROAST
#6 LORD COMMANDER is the overall speed leader in this claiming field sprinting at this afternoon's distance of 6.0 furlongs on the dirt, and has produced "POWER RUN PERFORMANCES" in four straight, hitting the board in each of his last three "adventures," facing better company in both of his last two starts. Jockey Jose Ortiz and Trainer Todd Pletcher send him to the post ... they've hit the board with 53% of their entries saddled as a team to date. #4 TIMBER, the pace profile leader has hit the board in three of his respective last four outings, including a win in his last start.
Woodbine Harness: Friday 1/27 Analysis
By Garnet Barnsdale
DRF
Race 1 - $40,000 Guaranteed Pick Five Pool
Race 4 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool
PICK 5: 1,3,7/6/1,2,6/1,6,8,10/1,3,9 = $21.60
EARLY PICK 4: 1,6,8,10/1,3,9/6,8/4,6 = $48
LATE PICK 4: 2,4,7/4/5/1,2,4,5,8 = $15
MEET STATS: 88 - 354 / $496.10
BEST BETS: 14 - 33 / $54.50
SPOT PLAYS: 11 - 32 / $56.60
Best Bet: AWESOMENESS (2nd)
Spot Play: BET YA (7th)
Race 1
(7) BACK YARD BABY was a winner when last racing in this class in December and she takes most of her wins on class drops; top call. (3) WILDCAT MAGIC drops to the bottom level and she is another that does most of her damage when getting class relief. Expect a big try. (1) VOODOO CHARM lost all hope at the start last week but she can be part of this if she behaves. (4) TEMPUS SEELSTER raced better last week while setting solid splits. She can factor here.
Race 2
(6) AWESOMENESS powered away last week despite being hard-used early in the mile. He will be very tough to beat here at a low price. (1) HOOTER SHOOTER can pass most of these late and he could offer a bit of value for the exacta. (8) CLOUSEAU HANOVER is another that will be passing horses late, but he could find himself sitting last at the 1/2. (3) HUGHGETTHECREDIT will be a factor early, but he could get scorched by the choice again.
Race 3
(1) LABATT HANOVER won in a non-winners of three class in the fall down south and he brings a good qualifier to the table here in what should be a good spot for him; top call. (6) GROUPIE DOLL wired similar last week; She will be the one to catch again. (2) LITTLE STUIE was just short last time he raced in this class; using. (10) WORK THAT MAGIC is worth a look at a big price here. Notice she holds what is by far the fastest lifetime mark.
Race 4
(1) DOUBLE OLIVES qualified okay over a track rated five seconds off and she moves to the Zeron barn here; slight nod in a race that looks wide-open. (6) ONYOURMARKNATAVA should contend here coming off a sharp win at Flamboro. (8) BALINSKA HANOVER raced decently from the 10-hole when last seen here and she is worth inclusion in exotic wagers. (10) FIRE WATCH can contend if she can beat a few of them off the gate here.
Race 5
(9) DOCS SAUSALITO makes her first start for Auciello and faces easier here. She should be tough despite the time off. (3) KAYS SHADOW steps up off a sharp win and she should contend here too; she is in top form. (1) ACEFOURTYFOUR ALEX can take a slice here off a following trip and she could win with some luck. (6) CAYO LOCO will be passing rivals late; use her on the bottom of vertical bets.
Race 6
(6) WAY OUTTA HERE qualified decently over a very sloppy track and that he stayed flat is encouraging. If he behaves, he should take these. (8) SEVERUS HANOVER retains Jamieson here and he might get him a much-needed breather this time; using. (1) PRESQUILLE rarely wins, but he is in good form now and can share here. (5) JUSTASMALLTOWNGIRL faces easier here and is in with an upset chance.
Race 7
(4) BET YA missed checks two straight weeks, so she gets to drop a couple of classes. This is when she typically does her best work. (6) GREYSTONE LADYLIKE made two moves last time vs. a sharp winner; using. (5) MAPLEA finally got a win last week when she was driven more aggressively. She can take a slice here. (3) POP GOES THE WEASEL is worth a look on the class drop here.
Race 8
(4) SENIOR K couldn't chase down a determined leader last week. Perhaps moving inside will give him an edge to turn the tables. (7) LYON SANDS was full-value for a sharp win last week and he is a must-use again. (2) OHIO LARRY can improve in his second start of the year and is in with an upset chance. (3) EMPTYTHETILL should be good for another minor placing here.
Race 9
(4) STORMONT KATE takes a massive class drop and owner/trainer/driver Richardson will no doubt be looking to bottom out this field. (2) FERRISWHEEL JUNKIE can close in late for a share here if he stays flat and he offers some exacta value here. (6) BAGS FOR ALL fits okay in this class. She can make the ticket here off a following trip near the front. (10) UTOPIA will be passing horses in the back 1/2, but post 10 dooms him to a smaller share.
Race 10
(5) SANDBETWEENURTOES is the current queen of the mares pacing division here. She will be very hard to beat here. (2) P L HURRICANE figures to get a similar trip as last week and complete a puny exacta. (6) SAYITALL BB can lay closer here and make the Tri. (1) ARTISTIC MADISON could finish higher if she can start better, but the 1-hole makes that tough in many cases at this track.
Race 11
(8) DRIVINGTHEDRAGON N raced well last week now she switches to Allard's barn here; top call. (5) BAROCKEY should get a better trip here leaving from the middle of the gate; using. (4) NAUGHTY LADY B stayed in last time and she had some pace late. She should take at least a smaller share here. (2) THREE DREAMS should take a small share, as has been here custom lately. (1) MISS BABE DELIGHT moves inside and can close late for a share.
By Garnet Barnsdale
DRF
Race 1 - $40,000 Guaranteed Pick Five Pool
Race 4 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool
PICK 5: 1,3,7/6/1,2,6/1,6,8,10/1,3,9 = $21.60
EARLY PICK 4: 1,6,8,10/1,3,9/6,8/4,6 = $48
LATE PICK 4: 2,4,7/4/5/1,2,4,5,8 = $15
MEET STATS: 88 - 354 / $496.10
BEST BETS: 14 - 33 / $54.50
SPOT PLAYS: 11 - 32 / $56.60
Best Bet: AWESOMENESS (2nd)
Spot Play: BET YA (7th)
Race 1
(7) BACK YARD BABY was a winner when last racing in this class in December and she takes most of her wins on class drops; top call. (3) WILDCAT MAGIC drops to the bottom level and she is another that does most of her damage when getting class relief. Expect a big try. (1) VOODOO CHARM lost all hope at the start last week but she can be part of this if she behaves. (4) TEMPUS SEELSTER raced better last week while setting solid splits. She can factor here.
Race 2
(6) AWESOMENESS powered away last week despite being hard-used early in the mile. He will be very tough to beat here at a low price. (1) HOOTER SHOOTER can pass most of these late and he could offer a bit of value for the exacta. (8) CLOUSEAU HANOVER is another that will be passing horses late, but he could find himself sitting last at the 1/2. (3) HUGHGETTHECREDIT will be a factor early, but he could get scorched by the choice again.
Race 3
(1) LABATT HANOVER won in a non-winners of three class in the fall down south and he brings a good qualifier to the table here in what should be a good spot for him; top call. (6) GROUPIE DOLL wired similar last week; She will be the one to catch again. (2) LITTLE STUIE was just short last time he raced in this class; using. (10) WORK THAT MAGIC is worth a look at a big price here. Notice she holds what is by far the fastest lifetime mark.
Race 4
(1) DOUBLE OLIVES qualified okay over a track rated five seconds off and she moves to the Zeron barn here; slight nod in a race that looks wide-open. (6) ONYOURMARKNATAVA should contend here coming off a sharp win at Flamboro. (8) BALINSKA HANOVER raced decently from the 10-hole when last seen here and she is worth inclusion in exotic wagers. (10) FIRE WATCH can contend if she can beat a few of them off the gate here.
Race 5
(9) DOCS SAUSALITO makes her first start for Auciello and faces easier here. She should be tough despite the time off. (3) KAYS SHADOW steps up off a sharp win and she should contend here too; she is in top form. (1) ACEFOURTYFOUR ALEX can take a slice here off a following trip and she could win with some luck. (6) CAYO LOCO will be passing rivals late; use her on the bottom of vertical bets.
Race 6
(6) WAY OUTTA HERE qualified decently over a very sloppy track and that he stayed flat is encouraging. If he behaves, he should take these. (8) SEVERUS HANOVER retains Jamieson here and he might get him a much-needed breather this time; using. (1) PRESQUILLE rarely wins, but he is in good form now and can share here. (5) JUSTASMALLTOWNGIRL faces easier here and is in with an upset chance.
Race 7
(4) BET YA missed checks two straight weeks, so she gets to drop a couple of classes. This is when she typically does her best work. (6) GREYSTONE LADYLIKE made two moves last time vs. a sharp winner; using. (5) MAPLEA finally got a win last week when she was driven more aggressively. She can take a slice here. (3) POP GOES THE WEASEL is worth a look on the class drop here.
Race 8
(4) SENIOR K couldn't chase down a determined leader last week. Perhaps moving inside will give him an edge to turn the tables. (7) LYON SANDS was full-value for a sharp win last week and he is a must-use again. (2) OHIO LARRY can improve in his second start of the year and is in with an upset chance. (3) EMPTYTHETILL should be good for another minor placing here.
Race 9
(4) STORMONT KATE takes a massive class drop and owner/trainer/driver Richardson will no doubt be looking to bottom out this field. (2) FERRISWHEEL JUNKIE can close in late for a share here if he stays flat and he offers some exacta value here. (6) BAGS FOR ALL fits okay in this class. She can make the ticket here off a following trip near the front. (10) UTOPIA will be passing horses in the back 1/2, but post 10 dooms him to a smaller share.
Race 10
(5) SANDBETWEENURTOES is the current queen of the mares pacing division here. She will be very hard to beat here. (2) P L HURRICANE figures to get a similar trip as last week and complete a puny exacta. (6) SAYITALL BB can lay closer here and make the Tri. (1) ARTISTIC MADISON could finish higher if she can start better, but the 1-hole makes that tough in many cases at this track.
Race 11
(8) DRIVINGTHEDRAGON N raced well last week now she switches to Allard's barn here; top call. (5) BAROCKEY should get a better trip here leaving from the middle of the gate; using. (4) NAUGHTY LADY B stayed in last time and she had some pace late. She should take at least a smaller share here. (2) THREE DREAMS should take a small share, as has been here custom lately. (1) MISS BABE DELIGHT moves inside and can close late for a share.
Meadowlands: Friday 1/27 Analysis
By Derick Giwner
DRF
Race 1 - $25,000 Guaranteed Pick Five Pool
Race 3 - $25,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool
Race 7 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool
MEET STATS: 90 - 309 / $479.40 (-$148.60)
BEST BETS: 11 - 25 / $45.00 (-$5.00)
Best Bet: ROBOCALL HANOVER (2nd)
Spot Play: KEYSTONE ACE (9th)
Race 1
(1) MOSTINTERESTINGMAN finished up willingly in his recent qualifier. Perhaps all this guy needs is a switch to the big track to cure his breaking issues. (7) EYESEENOW has speed and plenty of form but can’t seem to get over the hump lately. (8) THREEUPTHREEDOWN scored at first asking for new connections. He gets a tougher assignment this week.
Race 2
(4) ROBOCALL HANOVER had a tough trip last week as the 1-2 chalk and couldn’t last the mile. This looks like a great spot to make amends. (7) BIG BAD BEACH swept the field from last impressively; major threat again. (1) THEFOOLALWAYSROCKS is a fresh shipper from Dover with a hint of form.
Race 3
(9) ASPEN CALIFORNIA put in a decent qualifier with trainer Harry Landy in the bike. They call on Brett Miller now (a great sign). I expect this guy to be ready to roll. (4) LAZURUS picked up his game last week and should be hustled away in the early stages. (3) CASSA’S IMAGE was going added distance races at Yonkers and should be plenty fit to handle the big track. (6) BUFFALINO HANOVER had every chance last week and hung; using underneath.
Race 4
(4) JLS BAD MOON RISIN ships in off two runaway scores at Dover since moving into the Dylan Davis barn. I don’t see any reason why he can’t keep rolling. (2) GOLDEN SON has also posted consecutive scores for a new barn; must use. (1) BATTLE MAGE weakened in deep stretch last time on a track that was favoring off-the-pace types. (6) HERE COMES SAM looks good if you ignore the break last time out.
Race 5
I was between (2) INTHEBLINKOFANEYE & (3) GAMBLER’S TALE with the intention of choosing the horse that Jonathan Roberts picked. That all changed when Roberts choose #3 and Yannick Gingras became the pilot on #2. Intheblinkofaneye has a good history here and showed some life last week. With Yannick at the helm, he can show up with a big mile. Gambler’s Tale comes off a pair of even efforts and gets class relief now. (4) WAR-N-MUNN is another stepping down the class ladder; hard to toss. (1) LUCKY MAN is racing well but facing tougher this week.
Race 6
(3) B YOYO has been flip-flopping between good efforts and break of late. In a field with a fair amount of early speed, the race should set up nicely if he behaves. (8) CLASSICAL ANNIE raced very well considering the early break last time. If Gingras can work out a trip, she is capable of winning. (2) WATKINS raced well while fifth last time and faces a softer group now.
Race 7
(1) WINDSONG ILLUSION drops down to the level of his last win. The defection of Brett Miller should help our price. (10) MIDFIELD MAGIC has the early speed needed to overcome the worst post and an aggressive driver at the controls this week. (5) ROSE RUN QUICKLEY had no issues in his first start with hobbles added and did lure Miller off my top choice. (8) FLYING ISA N is down in class and merits some respect on that angle alone.
Race 8
(7) UF DRAGON’S QUEEN is staying in the same class where she was a solid third last week, but in reality this field is much weaker from top to bottom. I’ll stick with this sharp mare. (9) ABBIJADE HANOVER tracked the top choice’s cover and finished just ahead of her last week; post hurts. (8) THE SUMMER WIND raced okay in her first start off the bench and could easily show more now. (5) CAROBBEAN PACETRY is better down in class but capable of pulled off the upset given the right trip.
Race 9
(6) KEYSTONE ACE double-drops in class in his return to The Meadowlands. He has a major shot to win here at a decent price. (8) CINCINNATI MISS comes off a decent effort and now drops down a notch. (9) WINEMASTER HANOVER continues to change hands at the claiming box and win; post hurts tonight. (4) ITS CHOCOLATE TIME could be competitive given the right trip.
Race 10
(1) LAST DRAGON gets a much needed class break and adds Gingras to the team. Veteran is in a winning spot. (4) DAVID’S DREAM also moves down the ladder and gets a positive driver change. (5) ILIKETHEMTRASHY comes off a nice effort and may be rounding into form.
Race 11
(6) ANAFFAIRTOREMEMBER has been facing much better foes in recent weeks and now switches to Brett Miller. (4) WORLD CUP tends to bring an honest effort every week, but he hasn’t been able to get over the top lately. (8) CAN DO scored with the addition of Gingras last time and now faces a more difficult task. (3) LONG STORY SHORT is a classy grinding trotter that is always capable of surprising.
Race 12
(1) BLUSH HANOVER drops down and doesn’t exactly face the sharpest field; no excuses in this spot. (3) BULLVILLE MAGGIE couldn’t last on the engine on a night where speed wasn’t doing well; clear threat. (4) BETTER SAID picks up Callahan this week. (6) MAC’S SECURE closed well last time and could be a trip player.
By Derick Giwner
DRF
Race 1 - $25,000 Guaranteed Pick Five Pool
Race 3 - $25,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool
Race 7 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool
MEET STATS: 90 - 309 / $479.40 (-$148.60)
BEST BETS: 11 - 25 / $45.00 (-$5.00)
Best Bet: ROBOCALL HANOVER (2nd)
Spot Play: KEYSTONE ACE (9th)
Race 1
(1) MOSTINTERESTINGMAN finished up willingly in his recent qualifier. Perhaps all this guy needs is a switch to the big track to cure his breaking issues. (7) EYESEENOW has speed and plenty of form but can’t seem to get over the hump lately. (8) THREEUPTHREEDOWN scored at first asking for new connections. He gets a tougher assignment this week.
Race 2
(4) ROBOCALL HANOVER had a tough trip last week as the 1-2 chalk and couldn’t last the mile. This looks like a great spot to make amends. (7) BIG BAD BEACH swept the field from last impressively; major threat again. (1) THEFOOLALWAYSROCKS is a fresh shipper from Dover with a hint of form.
Race 3
(9) ASPEN CALIFORNIA put in a decent qualifier with trainer Harry Landy in the bike. They call on Brett Miller now (a great sign). I expect this guy to be ready to roll. (4) LAZURUS picked up his game last week and should be hustled away in the early stages. (3) CASSA’S IMAGE was going added distance races at Yonkers and should be plenty fit to handle the big track. (6) BUFFALINO HANOVER had every chance last week and hung; using underneath.
Race 4
(4) JLS BAD MOON RISIN ships in off two runaway scores at Dover since moving into the Dylan Davis barn. I don’t see any reason why he can’t keep rolling. (2) GOLDEN SON has also posted consecutive scores for a new barn; must use. (1) BATTLE MAGE weakened in deep stretch last time on a track that was favoring off-the-pace types. (6) HERE COMES SAM looks good if you ignore the break last time out.
Race 5
I was between (2) INTHEBLINKOFANEYE & (3) GAMBLER’S TALE with the intention of choosing the horse that Jonathan Roberts picked. That all changed when Roberts choose #3 and Yannick Gingras became the pilot on #2. Intheblinkofaneye has a good history here and showed some life last week. With Yannick at the helm, he can show up with a big mile. Gambler’s Tale comes off a pair of even efforts and gets class relief now. (4) WAR-N-MUNN is another stepping down the class ladder; hard to toss. (1) LUCKY MAN is racing well but facing tougher this week.
Race 6
(3) B YOYO has been flip-flopping between good efforts and break of late. In a field with a fair amount of early speed, the race should set up nicely if he behaves. (8) CLASSICAL ANNIE raced very well considering the early break last time. If Gingras can work out a trip, she is capable of winning. (2) WATKINS raced well while fifth last time and faces a softer group now.
Race 7
(1) WINDSONG ILLUSION drops down to the level of his last win. The defection of Brett Miller should help our price. (10) MIDFIELD MAGIC has the early speed needed to overcome the worst post and an aggressive driver at the controls this week. (5) ROSE RUN QUICKLEY had no issues in his first start with hobbles added and did lure Miller off my top choice. (8) FLYING ISA N is down in class and merits some respect on that angle alone.
Race 8
(7) UF DRAGON’S QUEEN is staying in the same class where she was a solid third last week, but in reality this field is much weaker from top to bottom. I’ll stick with this sharp mare. (9) ABBIJADE HANOVER tracked the top choice’s cover and finished just ahead of her last week; post hurts. (8) THE SUMMER WIND raced okay in her first start off the bench and could easily show more now. (5) CAROBBEAN PACETRY is better down in class but capable of pulled off the upset given the right trip.
Race 9
(6) KEYSTONE ACE double-drops in class in his return to The Meadowlands. He has a major shot to win here at a decent price. (8) CINCINNATI MISS comes off a decent effort and now drops down a notch. (9) WINEMASTER HANOVER continues to change hands at the claiming box and win; post hurts tonight. (4) ITS CHOCOLATE TIME could be competitive given the right trip.
Race 10
(1) LAST DRAGON gets a much needed class break and adds Gingras to the team. Veteran is in a winning spot. (4) DAVID’S DREAM also moves down the ladder and gets a positive driver change. (5) ILIKETHEMTRASHY comes off a nice effort and may be rounding into form.
Race 11
(6) ANAFFAIRTOREMEMBER has been facing much better foes in recent weeks and now switches to Brett Miller. (4) WORLD CUP tends to bring an honest effort every week, but he hasn’t been able to get over the top lately. (8) CAN DO scored with the addition of Gingras last time and now faces a more difficult task. (3) LONG STORY SHORT is a classy grinding trotter that is always capable of surprising.
Race 12
(1) BLUSH HANOVER drops down and doesn’t exactly face the sharpest field; no excuses in this spot. (3) BULLVILLE MAGGIE couldn’t last on the engine on a night where speed wasn’t doing well; clear threat. (4) BETTER SAID picks up Callahan this week. (6) MAC’S SECURE closed well last time and could be a trip player.
Yonkers: Friday 1/27 Analysis
By Brewster Smith
DRF
MEET STATS: 11 - 61 / 65.60
BEST BETS: 2 - 6 / $7.20
Best Bet: NATIONAL DEBT (2nd)
Spot Play: ARDIE B SPEED (7th)
Race 1
(7) ETHAN HANOVER was sent down the road in his last try for all the glory and has every right to make it two straight. (1) SHADIOS finally leaves the outside slot for door number one; big threat. (2) JC KINGDOM came very close to getting the job done last out; don't overlook.
Race 2
(2) NATIONAL DEBT moves down in class and has a better post to work with. Has the back class to take these to task for all the cash. (4) WYNBERG COURAGE N has been sluggish of late, but the drop in condition should put him right in the mix. (3) FOCUS POWER Dover invader has some speed to contend with these.
Race 3
(1) MUSTANG MACH N took the pocket route on his way to victory last out and now the 10-year-old pro moves to the fence; the pick. (2) ANNUITY swung very wide at the 3/4 pole and mowed them down to an easy score last time around; contender despite the rise in class. (7) MAINLAND KEY N is very consistent in the exacta picture and must be considered in all the exotic slots.
Race 4
(5) MEETYOUATMIDNIGHT Gelding is on a roll scoring his second straight victory last week and is very capable of the hat trick if he repeats his last two efforts. (2) LUCKY MCTRUCKY drops a notch in class and that should put this veteran right in the mix. (1) INTREPID HALL Pocket-rocket victory in his latest from door number two and now moves to the fence; not out of this.
Race 5
(1) ADDWATER was sharp last time out in his first try on the rise in class so this 8-year-old pacer is good enough to get the job done with Bartlett at the helm. (3) ART OF ILLUSION gets post relief and figures to make some noise through the stretch. (7) TALKING BLUES closed well to nail down the show spot in his last try; could have a say in the outcome.
Race 6
(6) DELIGHTFUL DRAGON has hit the board in her last four starts and this 6-year-old mare is in fine form to greet the cameraman tonight for pictures. (8) BETTOR N BETTER took charge right from the bell and never looked back; dangerous. (4) HIDDEN LAND fits with these but will need a better trip to make an impact; quite possible.
Race 7
(3) ARDIE B SPEED might have been used up in the early stages last out so with a better trip he can be the boss over this group. (2) TWINSPEAK did not race badly in his last trip to the post; could move forward. (5) NOBLES FINESSE'S last two starts were down the road victories; the one to catch despite leaving the fence.
Race 8
(5) TYRA put in a nice rally for the show spot in her last try and she seems to be moving in the right direction; gets the call. (2) FOR THE LADIES N just got up for win honors last time around against lesser company; don't overlook. (1) SO NICE gets post relief and that should help her cause; maybe.
Race 9
(2) ALHAMBRA was sitting a 3-hole trip, pulled out at the 3/4 pole and held on for the victory last time out. Mare's form seems to be good enough to take another. (3) OUR ELS DREAM N has tactical speed and is very consistent; dangerous. (4) CAVIART CARI ANN did not fire in her last trip but she has good speed to take these far; watch out.
Race 10
(4) STRINGS was wide approaching the 3/4 pole and put in a mild rally for the show spot in her return to Yonkers. There's a good chance she can move forward against these; we shall see. (2) MILKY WAY RAE leaves the 8-hole for a cozy post and gets the services of Brennan; main danger. (3) KNOW IT ALL gets serious post relief and that should help her cause.
By Brewster Smith
DRF
MEET STATS: 11 - 61 / 65.60
BEST BETS: 2 - 6 / $7.20
Best Bet: NATIONAL DEBT (2nd)
Spot Play: ARDIE B SPEED (7th)
Race 1
(7) ETHAN HANOVER was sent down the road in his last try for all the glory and has every right to make it two straight. (1) SHADIOS finally leaves the outside slot for door number one; big threat. (2) JC KINGDOM came very close to getting the job done last out; don't overlook.
Race 2
(2) NATIONAL DEBT moves down in class and has a better post to work with. Has the back class to take these to task for all the cash. (4) WYNBERG COURAGE N has been sluggish of late, but the drop in condition should put him right in the mix. (3) FOCUS POWER Dover invader has some speed to contend with these.
Race 3
(1) MUSTANG MACH N took the pocket route on his way to victory last out and now the 10-year-old pro moves to the fence; the pick. (2) ANNUITY swung very wide at the 3/4 pole and mowed them down to an easy score last time around; contender despite the rise in class. (7) MAINLAND KEY N is very consistent in the exacta picture and must be considered in all the exotic slots.
Race 4
(5) MEETYOUATMIDNIGHT Gelding is on a roll scoring his second straight victory last week and is very capable of the hat trick if he repeats his last two efforts. (2) LUCKY MCTRUCKY drops a notch in class and that should put this veteran right in the mix. (1) INTREPID HALL Pocket-rocket victory in his latest from door number two and now moves to the fence; not out of this.
Race 5
(1) ADDWATER was sharp last time out in his first try on the rise in class so this 8-year-old pacer is good enough to get the job done with Bartlett at the helm. (3) ART OF ILLUSION gets post relief and figures to make some noise through the stretch. (7) TALKING BLUES closed well to nail down the show spot in his last try; could have a say in the outcome.
Race 6
(6) DELIGHTFUL DRAGON has hit the board in her last four starts and this 6-year-old mare is in fine form to greet the cameraman tonight for pictures. (8) BETTOR N BETTER took charge right from the bell and never looked back; dangerous. (4) HIDDEN LAND fits with these but will need a better trip to make an impact; quite possible.
Race 7
(3) ARDIE B SPEED might have been used up in the early stages last out so with a better trip he can be the boss over this group. (2) TWINSPEAK did not race badly in his last trip to the post; could move forward. (5) NOBLES FINESSE'S last two starts were down the road victories; the one to catch despite leaving the fence.
Race 8
(5) TYRA put in a nice rally for the show spot in her last try and she seems to be moving in the right direction; gets the call. (2) FOR THE LADIES N just got up for win honors last time around against lesser company; don't overlook. (1) SO NICE gets post relief and that should help her cause; maybe.
Race 9
(2) ALHAMBRA was sitting a 3-hole trip, pulled out at the 3/4 pole and held on for the victory last time out. Mare's form seems to be good enough to take another. (3) OUR ELS DREAM N has tactical speed and is very consistent; dangerous. (4) CAVIART CARI ANN did not fire in her last trip but she has good speed to take these far; watch out.
Race 10
(4) STRINGS was wide approaching the 3/4 pole and put in a mild rally for the show spot in her return to Yonkers. There's a good chance she can move forward against these; we shall see. (2) MILKY WAY RAE leaves the 8-hole for a cozy post and gets the services of Brennan; main danger. (3) KNOW IT ALL gets serious post relief and that should help her cause.
Spot Plays
For Friday
TRACK (RACE) HORSE, MORNING LINE
Aqueduct (5th) Southern Union, 5-1
(8th) Play Me a Memory, 7-2
Charles Town (2nd) Hand of the King, 7-2
(5th) Inner Fire, 7-2
Delta Downs (2nd) Blind Faith, 4-1
(5th) Ty’s Bandit, 6-1
Fair Grounds (4th) Hawk’s Image, 6-1
(8th) Blossomed in Time, 7-2
Golden Gate Fields (1st) Traffic Ticket, 7-2
(6th) Hotbob, 3-1
Gulfstream Park (3rd) Twas Nero, 4-1
(6th) Gray Nile, 3-1
Laurel Park (6th) Tiz Majesty, 3-1
(9th) Street Miz, 6-1
Oaklawn Park (2nd) Vested Creek, 7-2
(9th) Canadian Star, 5-1
Penn National (1st) Letmebethe One, 3-1
(8th) Perceval, 3-1
Sam Houston (6th) My Expectations, 7-2
(8th) Dads Divine, 4-1
Santa Anita (4th) Tuscany Beauty, 4-1
(6th) Aikau, 3-1
Tampa Bay Downs (5th) Papa Pablo, 3-1
(7th) American Merlot, 6-1
Turfway Park (6th) Grace’s Devil, 7-2
(9th) One Buck Roma, 7-2
For Friday
TRACK (RACE) HORSE, MORNING LINE
Aqueduct (5th) Southern Union, 5-1
(8th) Play Me a Memory, 7-2
Charles Town (2nd) Hand of the King, 7-2
(5th) Inner Fire, 7-2
Delta Downs (2nd) Blind Faith, 4-1
(5th) Ty’s Bandit, 6-1
Fair Grounds (4th) Hawk’s Image, 6-1
(8th) Blossomed in Time, 7-2
Golden Gate Fields (1st) Traffic Ticket, 7-2
(6th) Hotbob, 3-1
Gulfstream Park (3rd) Twas Nero, 4-1
(6th) Gray Nile, 3-1
Laurel Park (6th) Tiz Majesty, 3-1
(9th) Street Miz, 6-1
Oaklawn Park (2nd) Vested Creek, 7-2
(9th) Canadian Star, 5-1
Penn National (1st) Letmebethe One, 3-1
(8th) Perceval, 3-1
Sam Houston (6th) My Expectations, 7-2
(8th) Dads Divine, 4-1
Santa Anita (4th) Tuscany Beauty, 4-1
(6th) Aikau, 3-1
Tampa Bay Downs (5th) Papa Pablo, 3-1
(7th) American Merlot, 6-1
Turfway Park (6th) Grace’s Devil, 7-2
(9th) One Buck Roma, 7-2
