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English Championship Sa 17Jan 12:15

Derby

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Nottm Forest

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT DERBY	RECENT FORM
HLHDAWHWHWAW​ Most recent​	5 - 0 1 - 1 1 - 0 0 - 1	ADHDALHLALHL​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Nottingham Forest have lost their last four matches

EXPERT VERDICT: Derby edged a top-of-the-table clash with Ipswich last week and can follow up by beating Nottingham Forest in a match that could seal the fate of under-pressure manager Stuart Pearce. Forest are dropping through the Championship like a stone and with confidence at rock-bottom they could be ripped apart.

RECOMMENDATION: Derby
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REFEREE: Andy Madley STADIUM:

 

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Scottish Premiership Sa 17Jan 12:45

Hamilton

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Celtic

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT HAMILTON	RECENT FORM
HWAWALHWAWHL​ Most recent​	1 - 1 0 - 1 1 - 2 1 - 2	AWALHWALHDAW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Hamilton have scored 18 goals in their last six home games

EXPERT VERDICT: Hamilton began life after Alex Neil with a deserved 3-2 home defeat by Dundee United which doesn’t augur well for this test against the champions. However, the Accies do know how to beat Celtic – they did so, 1-0 in October – and Hamilton score plenty of goals at home. But there was an edginess against United and that could spell trouble with Celtic fancied to win a high-scoring fixture.

RECOMMENDATION: Both teams to score
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REFEREE: Steven McLean STADIUM:

 

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English Premier TODAY 17:30

Newcastle

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Southampton

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT NEWCASTLE	RECENT FORM
HLALHWHDALAL​ Most recent​	1 - 1 4 - 2 1 - 0 2 - 1	AWHDHWHDAWAW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Newcastle have conceded 20 goals in their last eight matches

EXPERT VERDICT: Southampton’s top-four hopes appeared to take a hit in December when they lost five matches in a row, but the response has been hugely impressive. The battling 1-0 victory at Old Trafford made it 13 points from a testing five-game run and Saints can take advantage of a Newcastle side missing Papiss Cisse and Cheick Tiote.

RECOMMENDATION: Southampton
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REFEREE: Robert Madley STADIUM:

 

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English Premier TODAY 15:00

QPR

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Man Utd

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT QPR	RECENT FORM
HWALHDHDHLAL​ Most recent​	0 - 2 0 - 2 1 - 1 2 - 3	ADHWADADAWHL​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: QPR are without a win in their last five matches

EXPERT VERDICT: QPR’s decent home record will be tested against a Manchester United side who will be desperate to bounce back after losing their first match in 12 outings last Sunday. Rangers have lost just two of their 11 home league games this season but have kept just one clean sheet in their last seven outings.

RECOMMENDATION: Man Utd
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REFEREE: Neil Swarbrick STADIUM:

 

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English Premier TODAY 15:00

Aston Villa

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Liverpool

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT ASTON VILLA	RECENT FORM
HDALHDHDHWAL​ Most recent​	0 - 1 1 - 2 0 - 2 1 - 0	HDAWHWHDAWAW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Liverpool have conceded just one goal in their last three away games at Villa Park

EXPERT VERDICT: Powder-puff Aston Villa are in serious trouble. They’ve gone six Premier League games without a win, scoring just one goal in that run. Liverpool have won on each of their last three league visits to Villa Park and the Reds have lost just once in 13 matches after their victory at Sunderland.

RECOMMENDATION: Liverpool to win 2-0
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REFEREE: Mark Clattenburg STADIUM:

 

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English Premier TODAY 15:00

Tottenham

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Sunderland

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT TOTTENHAM	RECENT FORM
AWHDHWADALHW​ Most recent​	5 - 1 1 - 0 1 - 0 1 - 1	AWHLADALHWHL​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Tottenham are unbeaten in nine league games against Sunderland, winning six

EXPERT VERDICT: Tottenham lost at Crystal Palace last week but they had been playing well in the Premier League before that Selhurst Park defeat, including an impressive 5-3 thrashing of Chelsea. Meanwhile, Sunderland are shocking. They’ve won three league games all season, scoring just eight away goals.

RECOMMENDATION: Tottenham to win 2-0
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REFEREE: Chris Foy STADIUM:

 

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English Premier TODAY 15:00

Swansea

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Chelsea

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT SWANSEA	RECENT FORM
AWHWALADAWHD​ Most recent​	0 - 1 0 - 0 1 - 1 1 - 1	AWHWADALHWHW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Eden Hazard has scored in five of his last nine appearances

EXPERT VERDICT: Swansea are fairly strong at home but can be a soft touch against the top sides and Chelsea should maintain the form of their 4-2 win earlier this season. The Blues warmed to the task against Newcastle to suggest that they’re over their blip, and Eden Hazard can continue his excellent form by notching early.

RECOMMENDATION: E Hazard first goalscorer
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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Flamboro Downs

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 2 - Post: 6:20 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 67 - Purse:$3200 - FILLIES & MARES - CLAIMING $5000.


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 3 MOMENT TO CHERISH 6/5


# 5 ROCKET ART 12/1


# 1 MAGIC PURSUIT 6/1


MOMENT TO CHERISH will have you running to the cashier's window in this one. Exhibits the look of a profitable play, averaging a rather good 76 TrackMaster SR. Has a clear-cut shot for this race, if she can race to her back class. Always tremendous driver-trainer duet. 19 percent winners when they combine to do work. ROCKET ART - Have to back a interesting entrant coming out of the Flamboro Downs 5 position. The win percent is really good, way above normal. Any time a horse is sent to post with this driver-trainer combination there's a good likelihood for some nice win prices. MAGIC PURSUIT - Should be considered in here if only for the very good speed fig achieved in the last affair. The number crunching team can't help but support this horse because the internal pace numbers fit well here at Flamboro Downs.

 

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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Miami Valley

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Race 9 - Post: 9:10 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 88 - Purse:$10000 - CLAIM TO FAME SERIES HORSES & GELDINGS CLAIMING $12,500 W/ALLOWANCES LATE CLOSER - 2ND LEG -1ST DIVISION


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 5 E R PACMAN 5/1


# 1 RUCKER PLACE 7/1


# 3 TIZA MOJO 5/2


E R PACMAN looks formidable to best this field of starters. It's chancy to consider based only on class, but this gelding has among the most compelling class stats of the field. This trainer, and the driver Sutton, go together like a hand in a glove. Their results together are excellent. With one of the most competitive drivers in terms of crossing the wire first, don't count this gelding out of the affair. RUCKER PLACE - Starters win from this slot at Miami Valley with better than average regularity, suggesting this super wager. Miami Valley has been playing to this interesting entrant's running style, we're looking for a substantial effort. TIZA MOJO - Could be considered in here if only for the nice speed rating earned in the most recent outing.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Louisiana Downs

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Race 4 - Trial - 350y on the Dirt. Purse: $7000 Class Rating: 73

QUARTER HORSE 350Y, FOR ACCREDITED LOUISIANA BREDS THREE, FOUR AND FIVE YEAR OLDS WHO HAVE REMAINED ELIGIBLE. $350 TO ENTER. ENTRY FEE MUST BE IN THE HORSEMEN'S BOOKKEEPER'S OFFICE AT THE TIME OF ENTRY. THREE YEAR OLDS 124; OLDER 126.



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The Walker Group Picks

# 3 HEZA FLYIN CASANOVA 6/1


# 5 SHINING CORONA 15/1


# 6 MY STREAKIN CORONA 9/5


HEZA FLYIN CASANOVA looks to be a quite good contender. Win percentage with this jockey and conditioner combo - 24 percent - solid. This equine has some longshot handicapping angles going for him. The class fig of today's race is much lower than his last contest. SHINING CORONA - With a nice Equibase class rating average of 80, has one of the most favorable class advantages in this group. He has been racing solidly recently while recording strong speed figures. MY STREAKIN CORONA - Must be given a chance - I like the figs from the last race. Like the finishes in the last few contests.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Parx Racing

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Race 7 - Optional Claiming - 8.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $46000 Class Rating: 102

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 $25,000. WEIGHT, 122 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE AT ONE MILE OR OVER SINCE DECEMBER 17, 2014 ALLOWED 3 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $25,000 (RACES WHERE ENTERED FOR $16,000 OR LESS NOT



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The Walker Group Picks

# 9 MONKEY'S MEDAL 7/2


# 5 ARROGANT OFFICER 8/1


# 8 MIDNIGHT TABOO 4/1


MONKEY'S MEDAL looks decent to best this field. Earnings per start at the distance/surface is a good handicapping angle. This horse ranks at the top in this field. Ritvo has a winning percentage of 18 over the last month. Bettors get an edge when playing this handler in a dirt route race. ARROGANT OFFICER - With Rivera getting the mount, watch out for this pony. He has decent class ratings, averaging 105, and has to be carefully examined for this event. MIDNIGHT TABOO - Is worth a close look and may be a wager - strong speed figures (99 average) at today's distance and surface lately. Jacobson has a solid 29 percent win rate with entries running at this distance and surface.

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Charles Town - Race #4 - Post: 8:23pm - Maiden Claiming - 6.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $16,000 Class Rating: 55

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#2 JOE C. (ML=3/1)


JOE C. - Have to make this gelding a strong challenger; he comes off a strong contest on Dec 27th. Taking a class drop in class rating points from his Dec 27th race at Laurel Park. Based on that valuable data, I will give this thoroughbred the edge.

Vulnerable Contenders: #1A FOUR CAROT ROUND (ML=5/2), #1 SAFE ON WINGS (ML=5/2), #5 KING ARIEN (ML=4/1),

FOUR CAROT ROUND - This probable favorite hasn't been to the track in awhile. No workouts since last race. SAFE ON WINGS - This gelding hasn't had any strong efforts in sprint contests in the last 60 days. This racer hasn't been on the track since Dec 18th. Not even any morning drills. KING ARIEN - Don't believe this horse will make an impact in today's event. That last fig was mediocre when compared with today's class rating.

Top HatGUEST COMMENTARY: The Brain - JOE C. - The data here is quite simple. This animal has a lot of pace, so I'd calculate that he sets the early fractions, with a chance to go to the lead and never look back.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Have to go with #2 JOE C. On the win end if we get at least 1/1 odds

EXACTA WAGERS:
2 with 6

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Pass

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
None

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Sam Houston - Race #7 - Post: 8:52pm - Stakes - 6.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $50,000 Class Rating: 96 Spirit of Texas S.

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#4 EDPLICIT (ML=6/1)
#2 WAGSON (ML=6/1)
#8 JUMP IN LINE (ML=6/1)


EDPLICIT - Gelding's last race was against tougher open company. He's in with easier 'state breds' today. When this jockey and conditioner join forces you have to take a look. Contreras and Turner have been fabulous together. WAGSON - Hernandez's agent must enjoy anytime Broberg gives them a mount; winning percent together is terrific. Gelding's last race was against tougher open company. He's in with easier 'state breds' today. This gelding is in good physical condition, having run a strong race on December 21st, finishing first. JUMP IN LINE - This gelding faced open company last time out. Moving into a restricted state bred today. Is well worth a look. A little change in scenery has got to do this horse well. Reading the recent past performance lines, it seems like he likes to visit the winner's circle at multiple race tracks.

Vulnerable Contenders: #5 SOLAR CHARGE (ML=3/1), #6 GOLD ELEMENT (ML=4/1), #7 HEMPSTEAD (ML=5/1),

SOLAR CHARGE - This chalk horse ran on Dec 11th and hasn't had a work after that. GOLD ELEMENT - Ran well to finish second on December 12th, but hasn't had even one workout since then. Could be tough for this horse to beat this field off of that last fig. Unlikely to improve enough to run a figure anywhere near today's class rating, so put him on the likely underlays list. HEMPSTEAD - The Brain cautions me to keep my distance from thoroughbreds in short distance races that haven't finished in the money in sprint contests recently. Will be tough for this horse to beat this bunch off of that last speed rating. Not probable to improve enough to run a figure close to today's Equibase class figure, so put him on the likely underpriced contenders list.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:
#4 EDPLICIT is going to be the play if we are getting 5/2 or better

EXACTA WAGERS:
4 with [2,8]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Box [2,4,8] Total Cost: $6

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
[2,4,8] with [2,4,8] with [1,2,4,6,8] with [1,2,4,6,8] Total Cost: $36

 

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Handicapped by Rick Needham at Aqueduct

RACE #3 - AQUEDUCT - 1:23 PM EASTERN POST


The Interborough Stakes

6.0 FURLONGS WINTERIZED INNER DIRT TRACK FILLIES AND MARES FOUR YEARS OLD AND UPWARD STAKES $100,000.00 PURSE

#3 WILLET
#5 EXPRESSION
#7 AIREOFDISTINCTION
#6 ATLANTIC'S SMILE

Some Interborough Stakes "History" folks ... The Interborough Stakes was run at 1 1/16 miles prior to 1925. In 1932, Villion finished first but was disqualified. Not run in 1933. For all ages from 1941 to 1947, and in 1952, 1957, and 1958. For 3-year-olds and up (both sexes) prior to 1956. Run at Jamaica Race Course prior to 1959, and at Belmont Park 1968-71. Run in two divisions in 2000. Here in the 94th renewal of this stakes race which honors the 5 Boroughs of New York City (The Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island), #3 WILLET is the overall speed leader in this stakes field sprinting at 6.0 furlongs on the dirt, and has hit the board in four of her last five outings, with three of those "Board Hit Efforts" also qualifying as "POWER RUNS." #5 EXPRESSION, a 4-1 shot, has also hit the board in four of her last five "adventures," winning twice, including a "POWER RUN WIN" in her 5th race back.

 

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Woodbine Harness: Saturday 1/17 Analysis
By Garnet Barnsdale

DRF HARNESS

Race 4 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

EARLY $1 PICK 4 PLAY (Race 4):

1,3,9 / 2,3,5,7 / 1,5,9 / 4 = $36

Best Bet: GEAR BOX (8th)

Spot Play: FIVE TOWNS (5th)


Race 1

(3) CURATOR put up some big fractions on a track rated -2 last Saturday in a much-improved effort when dropped into claimers. He could get a breather in this short field. (5) UFDRAGONS ROCKET encountered a ton of traffic issues in the lane when attempting a closing move. He can contend at a price here. (7) I SCOOT SAM looks obvious on paper off two sharp wins, but the short field doesn't necessarily play to his strengths.

Race 2

(5) BWT TAJ closed a big gap in the final 1/4 on an untouchable winner when brought back in 5 days last week. This one looks sharp and is a top contender here in a much weaker field for the class. (2) QUIT SMOKING NOW was used aggressively last out and didn't miss by much. He too could be rounding into top form now. (9) SIMONE HALL was used hard early and had trouble keeping up to an extremely sharp shipper. She could get a piece of this at a big price if she can land a spot near the front from the outset.

Race 3

(2) A REAL COMMITENT went an unreal trip last Friday while out the route and still winning comfortably. Tough to see her getting beat in her current form. (1) GIVE ME AN AMEN may have caught the top one if free earlier, but she was covered up the entire mile until very late and is likely to be over bet off the perceived 'trouble'. (4) OCEANVIEW BINDI rolled right by late but her rally was set up by Miss Coco Luck's rapid third 1/4 which played into her rally. (6) RUBIS PRESCOTT is as consistent as they come and rarely throws in a bad effort in these classes. Toss her in your tri and super bets.

Race 4

(1) SANATTLE SLEW is sent back into action quickly after a very good return race Monday night. Yes, he steps up in class, but he's beaten better before and should be able to leave close enough for his late rally to be effective. (9) MR DENNIS takes a drop in class off a deceptively-good line and can make his presence felt here. Note the 15 shares vs. only two wins in the past 35 races, however. (3) WINNING DREAM makes his second start for Auciello and likely has a much better shot of making front early here which would give him a much better chance.

Race 5

(2) FIVE TOWNS looked live at the end of his mile last week but was too far back to make an impact on the top three. Expect Henry to get better position and move earlier here. (5) WILD AND CRAZY GUY went a big first-up trip in the same dash and held well for 2nd. He's a threat here. (7) OUR MOJO made two moves and hung in there okay vs. a tough class-dropper. The win-shy Kadabra gelding should get a share in here. (3) SIX BAX debuts off the claim for the ice-cold Ballargeon barn. They have done well with this type in the past though; tough call.

Race 6

(5) TOPCORNERTERROR was stuck in behind a fading leader last week as a big winner sprinted away. Tackoor has him sharp and he fits vs. these. (9) COUGAR HALL has been going some long trips and the 9-hole is no bargain; but he takes another class drop and was beating much better than these last year; beware. (1) DONT SAY GOODBYE tripped out last week for 2nd. He could get a similar dreamy trip here starting along the pylons though.

Race 7

(4) CHEYENNE REIDER used a wicked-fast :26 2/5 3rd quarter last week to demolish his foes. He's as sharp as they come and a slight step up should be no issue. (1) NO BU is also in terrific form and looks for three straight here. Last out he beat the choice, then skipped a week. These two may be developing a nice rivalry. (6) HES A SENSATION was wildly over bet last out but did race decently enough to project him as a contender here.

Race 8

(4) GEAR BOX, the evening's best bet, was the victim of a poor drive last out. The same mistake won't be made here. (6) URBAN BAYAMA was away poorly but closed with one of the faster final 1/4's of the card. He can be dangerous with a better start. (1) FOUR BOYS was left alone for too long by the choice. He is sharp and a contender, but we don't see a repeat in the cards.

Race 9

(9) RAY HALL takes a massive class plunge after a long trip vs. much better Monday night. Expect a big speed try from Henry here. (6) PAPER BACKED LINDY dropped and popped last Saturday and steps back up tonight off a bravening blowout victory. (7) J CS JAKE is a good one for the bottom of tri and super bets as he always seems to be passing horses late.

Race 10

(9) CAMAES FELLOW is as sharp as a racehorse can be right now and will be tough to overhaul as he almost always is. (7) FRANKIES DRAGON has been facing better at The Big M and perhaps if he can leave in the choice's pocket he could be the upsetter. (8) NICKLE BAG's only bad effort recently came over the slop where he had obvious footing issues two back. He will be closing late for a piece, the question is: will he be close enough to threaten to win?

Race 11

(6) SOMEWHERE FANCY showed good determination to keep chugging and get up late last out. Call to repeat. (5) BILBO HANOVER looked like he had the choice put away but gave it up very late. He was used quite hard by Hudon while pacing a :26 2/5 third 1/4 to get clear. He could turn the tables here with a bit of luck. (2) KG DRAGINATOR faces much easier here and could also threaten for the top spot in a race seemingly made for closers. (4) BUGGER BRUISER has been much better in recent weeks but may get over driven here by A-Mac trying to outgun other speedsters. (7) REGAL SON has hit the tri in almost 2/3 of his last 30 starts. He is in the mix too in a competitive finale.

 

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Meadowlands: Saturday 1/17 Analysis
By Derick Giwner

DRF HARNESS

Race 1 - $30,000 Guaranteed Pick Five Pool

Race 3 - $25,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

Race 7 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

MEET STATS: 54 - 231 / $327.10 BEST BETS: 8 - 16 / $26.20

Best Bet: MAJOR UPTREND (6th)

Spot Play: GOLD ROCKS (8th)


Race 1

(3) WESTERN WEAR displayed good late pace from last despite missing five weeks of action. There is a hint of ability in this lightly raced 3-year-old. (10) MIDNIGHT LIGHTNING closed well in his first start since last August and now adds Gingras. (4) TICKET TO ROLL rallied for third last time. He doesn't look like much, but have you seen the rest of this lackluster group. (6) IRONBARBASSY finished just ahead of the former last time and merits a look.

Race 2

(6) DOCTOR BUTCH has made a believer out of me with consecutive wins at this level. Whether he leaves or plays it cool early, this race shapes up nicely. (5) WAKE UP PETER is the picture of form. He is simply a hard-knocking horse that battles every week. (4) DAPPER DUDE has early zip and starts for a new barn. (7) BEACH MEMORIES has a chance with the right trip.

Race 3

(3) WEAPONS DEALER was racing very well in Canada and comes off a toss-out mile. Driver switch tonight will make a huge difference. (9) SASSY HANOVER took a step in the right direction last time and could be firing off the gate from the outside. (4) STEADY WARRIOR was shuffled back after making the top last Saturday. Other than his poor 2 for 28 career record, he doesn't look that bad on paper.

Race 4

(6) CANE RIDGE gets his nose on the gate this time, and for a horse that does his best work on the lead, that is a big deal. He's at the right level and should make noise. (3) BREAKIN THE LAW comes off a win and figures to be close to the action. (7) NEW KIND returns to the big track where he won two starts back.

Race 5

(7) SMART ROKKER should have won last week, but was used pretty hard in that mile. Driver change tonight puts him over the top. (4) ROCK STAR rallied nicely from the back most recently. I'll take that late speed as an indicator of coming form. (1) SILVER PHANTOM made a nice move last time but faltered late. With 25 seconds and thirds from 56 starts, that seems to be par for the course. (9) WOODMERE ULTIMATE is hard to decipher from paper. He had no shot from post 10 in his last two starts and now drops down. Notice his strong season in 2014.

Race 6

(11) MAJOR UPTREND was super once again in leg one of the Escort series and despite the second tier starting spot deserves the call. (3) COMPANY MAN also won in first round action and will take plenty of beating. (4) JK PATRIOT has been racing well every week.

Race 7

(6) ROCKEYED OPTIMIST has turned into a killer of late. This field is much tougher but he still looks best. (4) CAPITAL ACCOUNT was a solid second level 3-year-old last year. Now with a start under his belt in 2015, he should be tough. (3) ULTIMATE BEACHBOY qualified very well. If he is ready he can score. (2) CAPOZZO drops to the level of his last score.

Race 8

(5) GOLD ROCKS finally gets a good starting spot to work with and should be forwardly placed this week. This isn't an easy field, but that means he'll offer value. (3) BLATANTLY BEST couldn't be any sharper. (4) OK COMMANDER drops back down. He should be very comfortable at this level.

Race 9

(5) TINK AND TIGER raced evenly after a slow start in his Big M debut, but his previous lines say he should have much more in the tank. The price will be right to roll the dice. (4) SAMANDAR was a decent third last time versus a much better foe in Urgent Action. (6) GAMBLER'S TALE drops down. The last time he was this low on the condition rung, he won.

Race 10

(4) HERE COMES SWIFTY hasn't been in the best spots and now drops to the C-2 condition. He is ready to win and only needs a decent trip. (6) LEG UP gets a switch to Gingras this week. He'll move this guy up a notch. (3) OPEN WATER won three starts back at this level. (2) JACK ATTACK seems to have found his best form.

Race 11

(4) KHAN BLUE CHIP ran into Major Uptrend last week. Gelding should gun to the front and sit the pocket behind (5) WHAT I BELIEVE before pouncing in the lane. The latter scored in leg one and is a clear threat again. (2) WELL SAID STRIDE raced okay in his first start in months; gets a piece.

Race 12

(8) WINDSONGS GORGEOUS should have no trouble making the front this week. Eight-year-old loves to win. (1) TOP GEAR figures to flash plenty of early speed and secure a pocket trip. (7) LENNON BLUE CHIP is off a win. (4) RALBAR had no shot from post 10 last week; chance.

Race 13

(5) NOB HILL HIGH drops back down to a winning level and only needs a reasonable trip to score. (2) ROCK OUT came up big off the bench and would logically improve off that mile. (7) SALEVESTER STALLION moves down in class for a barn that has had a good meet. (1) OUTRAGEOUS ART gets post and class relief for the top Burke barn.

 

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Yonkers: Saturday 1/17 Analysis
By Matt Rose

DRF HARNESS

MEET STATS: 5 - 23 / $26.90 BEST BETS: 1 - 2 / $3.00

Best Bet: OFF LIKA PROMDRESS (1st)

Spot Play: SHADY CITY (9th)


Race 1

(1) OFF LIKA PROMDRESS moves all the way inside, picks up Bartlett and is racing back on consecutive weeks; lots to like. (4) GRAB YOUR KEYS got hung to dry last week versus better stock. He's almost impossible not to include here. (5) SIMPLY BUSINESS was a no-match second best last week and now he's outside what he has to beat; ignore that 2/1 morning line, there's no way he's the favorite here.

Race 2

(2) ODYSSEUS BLUECHIP had no chance last week in his debut for Lachance, but he paced home mildly for a small check. He should be in a spot to actually race tonight. (6) BJ'S BEQUIA was an interesting 30K claim by Godinez and he makes his first start off a useful qualifier; worth considering. (3) HARD TO MACH went evenly last week upon dropping to this level.

Race 3

(6) DUEL IN THE SUN returns locally after being in three tough spots at The Meadowlands; there's really nothing special in here. (1) MAN HE CAN SKOOT returns from vacation for Burke but seemed a little short in that qualifier. (4) UPFRONT HOOISERBOY didn't offer much in his Lachance debut; shows more tonight?

Race 4

(4) STATION THREEOSIX was overmatched in the Open last week, as evidenced by his 79/1 odds departing from the rail. He can be more involved tonight. (2) AMERICAN RAGE has been competitive with better than these in the past. (1) TOWNSLIGHT HANOVER isn't a prolific winner but he should hit the ticket with a close-up trip.

Race 5

(3) ITS A GOOD THING was in too tough last week in his local return; he should head to the front tonight. (2) BE PACIFIC closed with plenty last out from the eight hole and it's tough not to include him from this inside post. (4) GLASS PRINCE also gets some class relief but he hasn't looked all that good recenty; proceed with caution.

Race 6

(5) SAPPHIRE CITY never, ever got involved last week but one should assume he'll be tighter tonight and the gelding should be firing from the gate. (1) BJ'S GUY raced very willingly in his seasonal debut and he will be very live from this rail slot. (2) TAKE IT BACK TERRY managed to shake free and beat these at odds-on last week; obviously from this good post he can repeat.

Race 7

(4) ZOOMING was in tough spots in his last two at The Meadowlands and he seems clearly best here; Buter charge gets top billing in this rare Saturday night trotting event. (3) MEGO MOSS raced well last Sunday for the live Auciello barn. (2) AWESOME VALLEY ships north from Delaware, where he has been racing well; we'll see how he fits here.

Race 8

(3) CASIMIR JITTERBUG thankfully gets away from the free-for-allers at The Meadowlands and the O'Sullivan trainee should respond. (2) O'SUNDLAND blasted from the eight hole in the Open last week, his first start in a month, and he battled stubbornly versus better foes before giving in. Stalbaum charge can be even tighter tonight. (1) JONES BEACH lacks the class of others, but he does draw best and can hang around for a share.

Race 9

(6) SHADY CITY is short on class but the Stalbaum trainee is beyond sharp right now; I have to give him a shot here to trump his more seasoned foes. (5) HERE WE GO AGAIN gets post relief and should be more involved tonight. (3) DREAMLANDS ART was no match to a tough rival last out but he did hold gamely for second.

Race 10

(5) SPINARAMA tries Kakaley in the bike tonight after an even effort last week, his first start in over a month; maybe. (4) FAMEOUS WESTERN finished mildly last week but was almost outfinished by a longshot rival from behind him; tighter tonight? (1) TWIN B HOLLISTER tackles tougher off an upset win; draws best.

Race 11

(2) BACKSTREET HANOVER was a no-match second best to the classy Not Afraid last Sunday; from another good post he can get the job done. (4) DULUTH bumps up in class off a solid win and Brennan drives again. (5) SIM BROWN was game for second after battling last out.

Race 12

(2) HANDSOME HENRY K has been racing well out of town, including against tough rivals in his last two at The Big M; he can be prominent throughout from this spot. (5) WARRAWEE NEEDY has big-time speed and he may be working his way to the front end here. (1) STEUBEN PATRIOT is probably outclassed at this level but he can complete the bottom of the ticket.

 

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SPOT PLAYS

For Saturday


TRACK (RACE) HORSE, MORNING LINE


Aqueduct (3rd) Stormy Novel, 5-1
(5th) Marble Falls, 3-1


Charles Town (2nd) Just a Song, 7-2
(8th) Hug a Tree, 4-1


Delta Downs (3rd) Believing in Me, 6-1
(10th) Jacis Sunny Friend, 9-2


Fair Grounds (4th) Visceral, 7-2
(6th) Aqtaar, 6-1

Golden Gate Fields (1st) My Aunt Annie, 3-1
(6th) Raja's Rose, 3-1

Gulfstream Park (5th) Grande Shores, 5-1
(9th) Awesome Flower, 5-1

Laurel Park (4th) Wonderful Union, 7-2
(9th) Thunder Ranger, 5-1

Mahoning Valley (2nd) Acting Up, 3-1
(8th) Sweet Top Cat, 9-2


Oaklawn Park (3rd) Trawee, 5-1
(4th) Magic of Believing, 9-2


Parx Racing (7th) Monkey's Medal, 7-2
(9th) Bachman Billy, 7-2


Penn National (5th) Superling, 7-2
(8th) Just Irish, 7-2


Sam Houston (1st) Bold Cait, 6-1
(3rd) Lainey Luck, 3-1


Santa Anita (5th) Holy Lute, 3-1
(7th) Birdlover, 6-1


Sunland Park (6th) Weather Dodger, 7-2
(10th) Moon Rising, 5-1


Tampa Bay Downs (7th) R U Dreaming, 5-1
(8th) Once More for Love, 4-1


Turf Paradise (5th) Fox in the House, 5-1
(8th) Magnificent Dawn, 9-2


Turfway Park (1st) Regal Remda, 4-1
(4th) Regal Market, 3-1

 

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NHL Grand Salami - January

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

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

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

NHL GRAND SALAMI

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