Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at The Meadows
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Odds shown are morning line odds.
Race 5 - Post: 2:20 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 82 - Purse:$8000 - CLAIM $10,000 W/A
CONSORTIUM*CHOICES
# 3 VISIBLE GOLD 4/1
# 8 JOHNNY GRIPPA 5/2
# 5 CONVERSATION BOY 6/1
Feel pretty confident putting cash down on VISIBLE GOLD. He's battling in fine form, recording formidable speed figs. An excellent choice. This standardbred looks strong considering the high class ratings. We wouldn't recommend tossing out of any exotics. Is a very strong win contender given the 82 speed rating from his most recent race. JOHNNY GRIPPA - High winning clip makes this nice horse an excellent contender to take home the dough. Some trainers just fit better with certain contenders. That seems to be the case right here with Johnson. A respectable wager. CONVERSATION BOY - The 5 position sports a much better than average win percentage at The Meadows. This horse looks strong considering the high class stats. Don't throw out of any exotics.
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Race 5 - Post: 2:20 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 82 - Purse:$8000 - CLAIM $10,000 W/A
CONSORTIUM*CHOICES
# 3 VISIBLE GOLD 4/1
# 8 JOHNNY GRIPPA 5/2
# 5 CONVERSATION BOY 6/1
Feel pretty confident putting cash down on VISIBLE GOLD. He's battling in fine form, recording formidable speed figs. An excellent choice. This standardbred looks strong considering the high class ratings. We wouldn't recommend tossing out of any exotics. Is a very strong win contender given the 82 speed rating from his most recent race. JOHNNY GRIPPA - High winning clip makes this nice horse an excellent contender to take home the dough. Some trainers just fit better with certain contenders. That seems to be the case right here with Johnson. A respectable wager. CONVERSATION BOY - The 5 position sports a much better than average win percentage at The Meadows. This horse looks strong considering the high class stats. Don't throw out of any exotics.
Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Yonkers Raceway
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Race 4 - Post: 8:10 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 70 - Purse:$15000 - NON-WINNERS OF 2 P-M RACES OR $24,500 LIFETIME. 3,4& 5 YEAR OLD FILLIES & MARES
CONSORTIUM*CHOICES
# 4 SOMETHINGINAWATER 9/5
# 6 COUSIN MARY 2/1
# 3 BANK NOTE DRAGON 12/1
Really keen on the probability of SOMETHINGINAWATER taking down the winner's share for this race. Horoscope said take a chance today, this nice horse is as good as any to take a shot with. This filly getting the win wouldn't be impossible, a chance. Would appear to have a probability at being helped with second time Lasix here. COUSIN MARY - May be the best in the group of horses here, showing good ratings of late. Average speed is a solid 75. Clearly the class of the group with an average rating of 71. A nice contender. BANK NOTE DRAGON - Mare and trainer go together like peaches and cream. They finish in the money 50 percent of their races.
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Race 4 - Post: 8:10 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 70 - Purse:$15000 - NON-WINNERS OF 2 P-M RACES OR $24,500 LIFETIME. 3,4& 5 YEAR OLD FILLIES & MARES
CONSORTIUM*CHOICES
# 4 SOMETHINGINAWATER 9/5
# 6 COUSIN MARY 2/1
# 3 BANK NOTE DRAGON 12/1
Really keen on the probability of SOMETHINGINAWATER taking down the winner's share for this race. Horoscope said take a chance today, this nice horse is as good as any to take a shot with. This filly getting the win wouldn't be impossible, a chance. Would appear to have a probability at being helped with second time Lasix here. COUSIN MARY - May be the best in the group of horses here, showing good ratings of late. Average speed is a solid 75. Clearly the class of the group with an average rating of 71. A nice contender. BANK NOTE DRAGON - Mare and trainer go together like peaches and cream. They finish in the money 50 percent of their races.
Handicapped by The Walker Group at Mahoning Valley Race Course
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Race 5 - Allowance - 6.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $25300 Class Rating: 75
FOR REGISTERED OHIO BRED THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON A RACE OTHER THAN MAIDEN, CLAIMING OR STARTER OR WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 118 LBS.; OLDER, 126 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE SINCE DECEMBER 9 ALLOWED 2 LBS.
RECOMMENDED*CHOICES
# 6 REANIMATE 8/1
# 3 HONOR ROLL 3/1
# 1 PARK AVE 5/2
REANIMATE has a very good shot to take this competition especially at 8/1. Looks like a strong player for the exotics. Bettors ought to feel comfortable with this selection given Hollingsworth's recent profits at the window. Looks solid versus this group and will almost certainly be one of the leaders. HONOR ROLL - Has performed strongly lately in sprint races, posting a nifty 61 avg speed figure. This conditioner has done admirably recently with entries running at this distance and surface. PARK AVE - Must be given consideration based on the competitive speed figure earned in the last affair. The average class figure alone makes this one a solid contender.
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Race 5 - Allowance - 6.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $25300 Class Rating: 75
FOR REGISTERED OHIO BRED THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON A RACE OTHER THAN MAIDEN, CLAIMING OR STARTER OR WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 118 LBS.; OLDER, 126 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE SINCE DECEMBER 9 ALLOWED 2 LBS.
RECOMMENDED*CHOICES
# 6 REANIMATE 8/1
# 3 HONOR ROLL 3/1
# 1 PARK AVE 5/2
REANIMATE has a very good shot to take this competition especially at 8/1. Looks like a strong player for the exotics. Bettors ought to feel comfortable with this selection given Hollingsworth's recent profits at the window. Looks solid versus this group and will almost certainly be one of the leaders. HONOR ROLL - Has performed strongly lately in sprint races, posting a nifty 61 avg speed figure. This conditioner has done admirably recently with entries running at this distance and surface. PARK AVE - Must be given consideration based on the competitive speed figure earned in the last affair. The average class figure alone makes this one a solid contender.
Handicapped by The Walker Group at Portland Meadows
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Race 4 - Optional Claiming - 6.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $7800 Class Rating: 98
FOR FOUR YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES OTHER THAN MAIDEN, CLAIMING, STARTER, OR STATE BRED OR WHICH HAVE NEVER WON THREE RACES OR CLAIMING PRICE $12,500. WEIGHT, 124 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE SINCE SEPTEMBER 24, 2016 ALLOWED 3 LBS.CLAIMING PRICE $12,500.
RECOMMENDED*CHOICES
# 1 GILLY GONE 9/2
# 6 GROSS MISCONDUCT 2/1
# 2 PERFECT MEETING 3/1
My selection for this event is GILLY GONE. Win percentage with this jockey and conditioner combo - 30 percent - reliable. Looks like a reliable contender for the exotics. GROSS MISCONDUCT - With better than average trips to the winner's circle, Kubinova ought to have this gelding in excellent position to win the contest. Looks decent to be on the front end at the first call. PERFECT MEETING - Should come out strong - I have liked the way this mare has moved swiftly to the front end recently. Has to be considered based on the very good speed rating garnered in the last race.
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Race 4 - Optional Claiming - 6.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $7800 Class Rating: 98
FOR FOUR YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES OTHER THAN MAIDEN, CLAIMING, STARTER, OR STATE BRED OR WHICH HAVE NEVER WON THREE RACES OR CLAIMING PRICE $12,500. WEIGHT, 124 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE SINCE SEPTEMBER 24, 2016 ALLOWED 3 LBS.CLAIMING PRICE $12,500.
RECOMMENDED*CHOICES
# 1 GILLY GONE 9/2
# 6 GROSS MISCONDUCT 2/1
# 2 PERFECT MEETING 3/1
My selection for this event is GILLY GONE. Win percentage with this jockey and conditioner combo - 30 percent - reliable. Looks like a reliable contender for the exotics. GROSS MISCONDUCT - With better than average trips to the winner's circle, Kubinova ought to have this gelding in excellent position to win the contest. Looks decent to be on the front end at the first call. PERFECT MEETING - Should come out strong - I have liked the way this mare has moved swiftly to the front end recently. Has to be considered based on the very good speed rating garnered in the last race.
Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts
Parx Racing - Race #1 - Post: 12:25pm - Maiden Claiming - 8.3 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $18,000 Class Rating: 72
Rating:
#6 ZEPHYRS BOLT (ML=6/1)
#9 QUIET REVENGE (ML=7/2)
ZEPHYRS BOLT - Just check out his most recent speed rating, 70. That one looks good in this bunch. QUIET REVENGE - This horse's last race was out at Parx Racing in a race with an Equibase class figure of 86. Dropping considerably in class figure this time around puts him in a solid position in this event. Last time out, finished seventh in the mud at Parx Racing. Have to do better in today's race. This horse is uppermost in earnings per race entered. He looks strong in today's clash.
Vulnerable Contenders: #1 CURLIN CRUSH (ML=5/2), #8 HARD LABOR (ML=4/1), #2 RED CHANT (ML=5/1),
CURLIN CRUSH - I think this probable favorite needs this race under his belt to start getting back into shape. Unlikely that the speed rating he earned on March 17th will hold up in this event. HARD LABOR - You always figure that this horse has a shot to be victorious, but he just misses most every time. RED CHANT - A bit of a less than stellar outing when this gelding finished ninth.
STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Play #6 ZEPHYRS BOLT to win if you can get odds of 5/2 or more
EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [6,9]
TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Pass
SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Skip
Parx Racing - Race #1 - Post: 12:25pm - Maiden Claiming - 8.3 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $18,000 Class Rating: 72
Rating:
#6 ZEPHYRS BOLT (ML=6/1)
#9 QUIET REVENGE (ML=7/2)
ZEPHYRS BOLT - Just check out his most recent speed rating, 70. That one looks good in this bunch. QUIET REVENGE - This horse's last race was out at Parx Racing in a race with an Equibase class figure of 86. Dropping considerably in class figure this time around puts him in a solid position in this event. Last time out, finished seventh in the mud at Parx Racing. Have to do better in today's race. This horse is uppermost in earnings per race entered. He looks strong in today's clash.
Vulnerable Contenders: #1 CURLIN CRUSH (ML=5/2), #8 HARD LABOR (ML=4/1), #2 RED CHANT (ML=5/1),
CURLIN CRUSH - I think this probable favorite needs this race under his belt to start getting back into shape. Unlikely that the speed rating he earned on March 17th will hold up in this event. HARD LABOR - You always figure that this horse has a shot to be victorious, but he just misses most every time. RED CHANT - A bit of a less than stellar outing when this gelding finished ninth.
STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Play #6 ZEPHYRS BOLT to win if you can get odds of 5/2 or more
EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [6,9]
TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Pass
SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Skip
Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts
Mahoning Valley Race Course - Race #1 - Post: 12:45pm - Claiming - 6.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $13,900 Class Rating: 57
Rating:
#5 TUEBOR (ML=8/1)
#4 AWESOME PALACE (ML=9/5)
#3 QUEEN CACTUS (ML=9/2)
TUEBOR - Atop this thoroughbred on Dec 26th and Mayta is yet again in the irons in this race. This jockey and handler have a beneficial ROI when they are put together. This horse didn't run well on a muddy track in her last start at Mahoning Valley Race Cour. You probably want to throw out that showing. AWESOME PALACE - Trainer Hamm moves this animal down the ladder based on class rating points to face weaker company. Look for a solid race with this class drop. QUEEN CACTUS - Entered last at Mahoning Valley Race Cour in a race with a class figure of 66. Dropping considerably in class rating this time around puts her in a solid position in this race. The 44 latest race speed figure looks sound on paper.
Vulnerable Contenders: #2 BAYLEE'S BOMBER (ML=5/2), #6 RONNI'S SECRET (ML=3/1),
BAYLEE'S BOMBER - Showed very little in the last race. Really don't see any chance of improvement today. RONNI'S SECRET - No good results for this vulnerable equine in a sprint race over the last two months tells me that this filly is in a difficult spot This equine hasn't been close in either of her last couple of outings.
STRAIGHT WAGERS:
#5 TUEBOR is going to be the play if we are getting 3/1 or better
EXACTA WAGERS:
5 with [3,4]
TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Box [3,4,5] Total Cost: $6
SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Pass
Mahoning Valley Race Course - Race #1 - Post: 12:45pm - Claiming - 6.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $13,900 Class Rating: 57
Rating:
#5 TUEBOR (ML=8/1)
#4 AWESOME PALACE (ML=9/5)
#3 QUEEN CACTUS (ML=9/2)
TUEBOR - Atop this thoroughbred on Dec 26th and Mayta is yet again in the irons in this race. This jockey and handler have a beneficial ROI when they are put together. This horse didn't run well on a muddy track in her last start at Mahoning Valley Race Cour. You probably want to throw out that showing. AWESOME PALACE - Trainer Hamm moves this animal down the ladder based on class rating points to face weaker company. Look for a solid race with this class drop. QUEEN CACTUS - Entered last at Mahoning Valley Race Cour in a race with a class figure of 66. Dropping considerably in class rating this time around puts her in a solid position in this race. The 44 latest race speed figure looks sound on paper.
Vulnerable Contenders: #2 BAYLEE'S BOMBER (ML=5/2), #6 RONNI'S SECRET (ML=3/1),
BAYLEE'S BOMBER - Showed very little in the last race. Really don't see any chance of improvement today. RONNI'S SECRET - No good results for this vulnerable equine in a sprint race over the last two months tells me that this filly is in a difficult spot This equine hasn't been close in either of her last couple of outings.
STRAIGHT WAGERS:
#5 TUEBOR is going to be the play if we are getting 3/1 or better
EXACTA WAGERS:
5 with [3,4]
TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Box [3,4,5] Total Cost: $6
SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Pass
Woodbine Harness: Monday 1/9 Analysis
By Garnet Barnsdale
DRF
Race 1 - $40,000 Guaranteed Pick Five Pool
Race 4 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool
PICK 5: 4,6,7/3,4,5,8/4,5/2,7,8/3,4 = $28.80
EARLY PICK 4: 2,7,8/3,4/1,4,7/2 = $18
LATE PICK 4: 2/3,5/2,6/1,3,4,5,6,7 = $24
MEET STATS: 66 - 259 / $410.30 BEST BETS: 10 - 24 / $36.40
SPOT PLAYS: 7 - 24 / $33.20
Best Bet: HUGHGETTHECREDIT (7th)
Spot Play: SHADOW PLACE (5th)
Race 1
(4) EMPTYTHETILL has done well for trainer Auciello since shipping north. The only concern here is the time between starts; slight nod. (6) AMAZING PERCH was first up against an unyielding leader last time, but that was still his best effort to date; using. (10) CLOUSEAU HANOVER was a sharp first-up winner vs. weaker and he has yet to miss the board since returning from a break; worth a look at a price for the exotics. (7) MR MATCH ON BEACH will be a speed threat here and he should stick around for a share.
Race 2
(4) ARE YOU IN has closed quickly in each of his last two starts and he could offer a decent price here with driver Renaud listed; top call. (8) INNOVATIVE FORCE should be competitive here if he blasts off the gate as he did last time out. (5) PICK UP THE TAB is another that should be a threat from close range here. (3) FRENCH BASTILLE sits at 0-21 lifetime, but he does look good to take at least a share here and a win isn't out of the question vs. these.
Race 3
(4) BOBS FELLA set some solid fractions in his debut and eventually succumbed to first-over pressure. He looks good to graduate here. (5) FUSION FIVE nailed the choice for second right on the wire. He's the main threat here. (1) SPOIL SPORT is worth a look here with the Filion-to-Larocque trainer switch angle in play. Expect sharp improvement from this gelding. (3) WINDSUN GOTHAM showed some late interest in his debut. He can be more competitive here if he starts quicker.
Race 4
(8) RED BUGLER was purchased privately by trainer/driver Cullen and partners following his last start. Expect an all-out speed try here. (2) MYSTIC DEUCE had no shot of closing in a wildly-quick mile for the class last time. He should be a bigger threat here. (7) Veteran INTENDED STYLE has to be considered for multi-race bets switching to Moreau here. (3) JAC SPADE should get a good pace to close into here and he should take a slice.
Race 5
(3) SHADOW PLACE had a useful tightener at Flamboro following a break and he is more than capable of being competitive in this class; top call. (4) REGAL SON raced decently from the second-tier last time vs. better. He should be prominent throughout here. (8) JAKE LOEWEN has been finishing off his miles well and he can close for a share here. (1) BIG PETES STYLE can take a smaller slice off a following trip despite stepping up in class here.
Race 6
(1) ODDS ON AMETHYST was closing well in the final 1/4 last time but he was just too far back to make an impact on the winner. A slightly better start puts him right there vs. these. (7) APRIL ROSE was cooked early last time. She was claimed then and should be a speed threat here. (4) BIG RICH nosed out the choice last time and he is another that merits Pick 4 consideration. (9) SECOND SISTER was a driving away winner in the slop last time. It's hard to say if she can repeat on a fast track.
Race 7
(2) HUGHGETTHECREDIT simply looks fastest in here and he will get the job done if his trip is reasonable. (4) BIG JOHN HOUN took a ton of support at the windows last time, but he couldn't convert. He looks next best here. (10) DREAMFAIR MESA faced tougher in the Valedictory series ad he won a leg in fast time. He could soften up the choice if he blasts early. (7) WHATASHOWINONTARIO can close for a smaller share this time.
Race 8
(3) FERRISWHEEL JUNKIE improved in his second start over this track and if he starts better here, he should be a top contender. (5) DOTTIE is in top form as she shoots for three straight wins; using. (2) SWEET ROYALTY gets a much better post this time and he will likely be rolled to the front early. He can be tough if he gets a breather. (9) BATOUTAHILL didn't like the slop last time. He should rebound and take a smaller slice if the track is dry.
Race 9
(2) PUSH BACK seems to have found his proper level and he should be tough again here racing on or near the lead. (6) COBALT MAN goes for trainer Gillis off the claim here following a win one class lower. He's worth a look in a claimer. (3) DINNER AT THE MET is a good one to use underneath as he should get a nice following trip here. (7) NOBETTORPLACETOBE raced out of his skin two back over a dry track. If he blasts this time, he could go all the way.
Race 10
(3) FEARLESS MAN faded late in the slop last time. He stands a decent chance of going down the road if the track is fast this time. (1) CATCH THE DREAM always appears to be a threat but he has been prone to taking slices lately. (5) CASH FOR GOLD won in a class higher than this two back; beware. (6) WILD AND CRAZY GUY is another that could win this very competitive finale with the right trip. (7) O NARUTAC PERFETTO will be closing for at least a share if he stays flat.
By Garnet Barnsdale
DRF
Race 1 - $40,000 Guaranteed Pick Five Pool
Race 4 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool
PICK 5: 4,6,7/3,4,5,8/4,5/2,7,8/3,4 = $28.80
EARLY PICK 4: 2,7,8/3,4/1,4,7/2 = $18
LATE PICK 4: 2/3,5/2,6/1,3,4,5,6,7 = $24
MEET STATS: 66 - 259 / $410.30 BEST BETS: 10 - 24 / $36.40
SPOT PLAYS: 7 - 24 / $33.20
Best Bet: HUGHGETTHECREDIT (7th)
Spot Play: SHADOW PLACE (5th)
Race 1
(4) EMPTYTHETILL has done well for trainer Auciello since shipping north. The only concern here is the time between starts; slight nod. (6) AMAZING PERCH was first up against an unyielding leader last time, but that was still his best effort to date; using. (10) CLOUSEAU HANOVER was a sharp first-up winner vs. weaker and he has yet to miss the board since returning from a break; worth a look at a price for the exotics. (7) MR MATCH ON BEACH will be a speed threat here and he should stick around for a share.
Race 2
(4) ARE YOU IN has closed quickly in each of his last two starts and he could offer a decent price here with driver Renaud listed; top call. (8) INNOVATIVE FORCE should be competitive here if he blasts off the gate as he did last time out. (5) PICK UP THE TAB is another that should be a threat from close range here. (3) FRENCH BASTILLE sits at 0-21 lifetime, but he does look good to take at least a share here and a win isn't out of the question vs. these.
Race 3
(4) BOBS FELLA set some solid fractions in his debut and eventually succumbed to first-over pressure. He looks good to graduate here. (5) FUSION FIVE nailed the choice for second right on the wire. He's the main threat here. (1) SPOIL SPORT is worth a look here with the Filion-to-Larocque trainer switch angle in play. Expect sharp improvement from this gelding. (3) WINDSUN GOTHAM showed some late interest in his debut. He can be more competitive here if he starts quicker.
Race 4
(8) RED BUGLER was purchased privately by trainer/driver Cullen and partners following his last start. Expect an all-out speed try here. (2) MYSTIC DEUCE had no shot of closing in a wildly-quick mile for the class last time. He should be a bigger threat here. (7) Veteran INTENDED STYLE has to be considered for multi-race bets switching to Moreau here. (3) JAC SPADE should get a good pace to close into here and he should take a slice.
Race 5
(3) SHADOW PLACE had a useful tightener at Flamboro following a break and he is more than capable of being competitive in this class; top call. (4) REGAL SON raced decently from the second-tier last time vs. better. He should be prominent throughout here. (8) JAKE LOEWEN has been finishing off his miles well and he can close for a share here. (1) BIG PETES STYLE can take a smaller slice off a following trip despite stepping up in class here.
Race 6
(1) ODDS ON AMETHYST was closing well in the final 1/4 last time but he was just too far back to make an impact on the winner. A slightly better start puts him right there vs. these. (7) APRIL ROSE was cooked early last time. She was claimed then and should be a speed threat here. (4) BIG RICH nosed out the choice last time and he is another that merits Pick 4 consideration. (9) SECOND SISTER was a driving away winner in the slop last time. It's hard to say if she can repeat on a fast track.
Race 7
(2) HUGHGETTHECREDIT simply looks fastest in here and he will get the job done if his trip is reasonable. (4) BIG JOHN HOUN took a ton of support at the windows last time, but he couldn't convert. He looks next best here. (10) DREAMFAIR MESA faced tougher in the Valedictory series ad he won a leg in fast time. He could soften up the choice if he blasts early. (7) WHATASHOWINONTARIO can close for a smaller share this time.
Race 8
(3) FERRISWHEEL JUNKIE improved in his second start over this track and if he starts better here, he should be a top contender. (5) DOTTIE is in top form as she shoots for three straight wins; using. (2) SWEET ROYALTY gets a much better post this time and he will likely be rolled to the front early. He can be tough if he gets a breather. (9) BATOUTAHILL didn't like the slop last time. He should rebound and take a smaller slice if the track is dry.
Race 9
(2) PUSH BACK seems to have found his proper level and he should be tough again here racing on or near the lead. (6) COBALT MAN goes for trainer Gillis off the claim here following a win one class lower. He's worth a look in a claimer. (3) DINNER AT THE MET is a good one to use underneath as he should get a nice following trip here. (7) NOBETTORPLACETOBE raced out of his skin two back over a dry track. If he blasts this time, he could go all the way.
Race 10
(3) FEARLESS MAN faded late in the slop last time. He stands a decent chance of going down the road if the track is fast this time. (1) CATCH THE DREAM always appears to be a threat but he has been prone to taking slices lately. (5) CASH FOR GOLD won in a class higher than this two back; beware. (6) WILD AND CRAZY GUY is another that could win this very competitive finale with the right trip. (7) O NARUTAC PERFETTO will be closing for at least a share if he stays flat.
Yonkers: Monday 1/9 Analysis
By Matt Rose
DRF
FINAL 2016 MEET STATS: 458 - 1309 / $2,522.30
BEST BETS: 60 - 107 / $204.90
Best Bet: BULLY PULPIT (7th)
Spot Play: LUCKY PLAYER (5th)
Race 1
(5) MR MUNSON was arguably facing better at Philly and The Meadowlands and he ships in facing a soft group; top billing. (3) JK NOWORNEVER makes his career debut for Johansson off an effective qualifier. (4) ITSNOPROBLEMMAN has flashed good speed up at Saratoga and he looks for two straight.
Race 2
(3) FLASH LAUXMONT debuts for DiDomenico via claim and he could offer a halfway decent price in this wide-open affair. (1) DAVID THE SAINT has had his moments here in the past. (5) SAFE HARBOR returns locally and while not a prolific winner he's always a threat to hit the ticket.
Race 3
(5) SOUTHWIND ION has jogged in her two starts since shipping from Canada and joining the Andrew Harris barn; filly gets the call to keep the streak alive despite some interesting rivals in here. (4) RD BILLIE really hasn't done much wrong in all her recent starts. (3) SOUTHWIND TANGO needs to show more late in order to contend for the top spot.
Race 4
(6) COUSIN MARY may have had something left in that qualifier and she could be ready to roll for new connections. (1) SPRING LUCK gets a big driver change to Matt Kakaley. (2) THAT GIRL OF MINE draws decently and did flash some late foot here in a start back in November.
Race 5
(4) LUCKY PLAYER flattened out after an uncovered try in a strange race last out; she's another Harris trainee who may be live. (1) FAMILY ROLL CALL kicked home nicely in her 2016 finale and she draws best here; main threat. (3) ROLL WITH JOSIE is just 2 for 36 lifetime but she seems capable of landing a share from this spot.
Race 6
(7) CHEYENNE TRIENGEL has been very sharp in her last few efforts and she has a chance here at a price with an alert getaway. (1) MOTHER OF ART gave way on the front end last out but the Burke trainee seems better than that. (2) CAN'T CATCH KEY was brave on the front end last out when surrounded by all sides late.
Race 7
(6) BULLY PULPIT was a game second in his two starts since arriving in the Banca barn; Bartlett sticks and he appears ready to win. (1) BREAKTIME HANOVER returns from Canada off a very poor effort; tough to figure what to expect. (5) CONCUR is quickly gaining a reputation as a hanger.
Race 8
(7) HIGGINS took control and drew off last time; he can repeat despite the move outside. (2) MR BAILANDO has been racing well out of town and picks up Zeron for his local debut. (1) BURKES BANDIT was a winner the last time Bartlett drove.
Race 9
(5) AZUL POOL raced very well last out despite being run over from behind at the wire; Burke trainee deserves another chance. (2) WISHIWASAGIGOLO has raced well to hit the board in his last three and he draws inside what he needs to beat. (4) JOE HILL picks up Bartlett in his local return but he failed to hit the board in his 7 starts here last year.
Race 10
(2) ALLIE'S CRUISER gets post relief and should be in live for a smoother trip. (5) SHOW THE FASHION flashed good speed in his last two at Saratoga. (6) OK ICON ships from Philly where he finished up his year in solid form but it looks like the post hurts him tonight.
Race 11
(4) BLAISE MM HANOVER didn't fire on the rim last out at Saratoga but that was a quick mile; gelding raced well here in prior starts. (1) HOWMACSBLACKJACK has good speed, draws best and seems capable of keeping up with these. (3) STIRLING ESCORT looks for four straight; contender.
By Matt Rose
DRF
FINAL 2016 MEET STATS: 458 - 1309 / $2,522.30
BEST BETS: 60 - 107 / $204.90
Best Bet: BULLY PULPIT (7th)
Spot Play: LUCKY PLAYER (5th)
Race 1
(5) MR MUNSON was arguably facing better at Philly and The Meadowlands and he ships in facing a soft group; top billing. (3) JK NOWORNEVER makes his career debut for Johansson off an effective qualifier. (4) ITSNOPROBLEMMAN has flashed good speed up at Saratoga and he looks for two straight.
Race 2
(3) FLASH LAUXMONT debuts for DiDomenico via claim and he could offer a halfway decent price in this wide-open affair. (1) DAVID THE SAINT has had his moments here in the past. (5) SAFE HARBOR returns locally and while not a prolific winner he's always a threat to hit the ticket.
Race 3
(5) SOUTHWIND ION has jogged in her two starts since shipping from Canada and joining the Andrew Harris barn; filly gets the call to keep the streak alive despite some interesting rivals in here. (4) RD BILLIE really hasn't done much wrong in all her recent starts. (3) SOUTHWIND TANGO needs to show more late in order to contend for the top spot.
Race 4
(6) COUSIN MARY may have had something left in that qualifier and she could be ready to roll for new connections. (1) SPRING LUCK gets a big driver change to Matt Kakaley. (2) THAT GIRL OF MINE draws decently and did flash some late foot here in a start back in November.
Race 5
(4) LUCKY PLAYER flattened out after an uncovered try in a strange race last out; she's another Harris trainee who may be live. (1) FAMILY ROLL CALL kicked home nicely in her 2016 finale and she draws best here; main threat. (3) ROLL WITH JOSIE is just 2 for 36 lifetime but she seems capable of landing a share from this spot.
Race 6
(7) CHEYENNE TRIENGEL has been very sharp in her last few efforts and she has a chance here at a price with an alert getaway. (1) MOTHER OF ART gave way on the front end last out but the Burke trainee seems better than that. (2) CAN'T CATCH KEY was brave on the front end last out when surrounded by all sides late.
Race 7
(6) BULLY PULPIT was a game second in his two starts since arriving in the Banca barn; Bartlett sticks and he appears ready to win. (1) BREAKTIME HANOVER returns from Canada off a very poor effort; tough to figure what to expect. (5) CONCUR is quickly gaining a reputation as a hanger.
Race 8
(7) HIGGINS took control and drew off last time; he can repeat despite the move outside. (2) MR BAILANDO has been racing well out of town and picks up Zeron for his local debut. (1) BURKES BANDIT was a winner the last time Bartlett drove.
Race 9
(5) AZUL POOL raced very well last out despite being run over from behind at the wire; Burke trainee deserves another chance. (2) WISHIWASAGIGOLO has raced well to hit the board in his last three and he draws inside what he needs to beat. (4) JOE HILL picks up Bartlett in his local return but he failed to hit the board in his 7 starts here last year.
Race 10
(2) ALLIE'S CRUISER gets post relief and should be in live for a smoother trip. (5) SHOW THE FASHION flashed good speed in his last two at Saratoga. (6) OK ICON ships from Philly where he finished up his year in solid form but it looks like the post hurts him tonight.
Race 11
(4) BLAISE MM HANOVER didn't fire on the rim last out at Saratoga but that was a quick mile; gelding raced well here in prior starts. (1) HOWMACSBLACKJACK has good speed, draws best and seems capable of keeping up with these. (3) STIRLING ESCORT looks for four straight; contender.
