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English FA Cup TODAY 19:45

Maidstone

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Stevenage

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT MAIDSTONE	RECENT FORM
HWHWHWADHDHL​ Most recent​	Unknown	HWALHWADHDHW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Stevenage have conceded two goals or more in five of their last six away games

EXPERT VERDICT: Maidstone dug out a 0-0 draw at Stevenage and can spring a surprise by beating the League Two side in their FA Cup first-round replay. The Isthmian high-flyers have won 11 of their last 13 games on their artificial surface at the Gallagher Stadium and will fancy their chances against Boro, who are without a win in five away fixtures.

RECOMMENDATION: Maidstone
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REFEREE: Simon Hooper STADIUM:

 

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French Ligue 1 Fr 21Nov 19:30

Metz

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Paris St-G.

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT METZ	RECENT FORM
ALHDALAD*HWAL​ Most recent​	0 - 0 1 - 0 3 - 2 0 - 1	AWAWHWAWHWHW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: PSG have lost just one of their last 18 Ligue 1 away matches

EXPERT VERDICT: Metz have made decent progress in their first season back in the top flight but this looks a tough test against unbeaten PSG. The Parisiens have injury worries with Lucas Moura and Zlatan Ibrahimovic struggling, but expect Edinson Cavani to step up to the plate and score the first goal.

RECOMMENDATION: E Cavani first goalscorer
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Spanish Primera Liga Fr 21Nov 19:45

Ath Bilbao

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Espanyol

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT ATH BILBAO	RECENT FORM
HDALAWHWHLAD​ Most recent​	1 - 2 0 - 4 3 - 3 2 - 1	ADHWALHDALHD​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Espanyol have not won any of their last nine away matches

EXPERT VERDICT: Athletic Bilbao have been struggling to juggle their Champions League and La Liga commitments but remain tough to beat at San Mames and may have the edge over 12th-placed Espanyol. A tight match is on the cards but it could be another case of away-day blues for the Blue Budgies, who have not won on the road since March.

RECOMMENDATION: Ath Bilbao
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English Championship Fr 21Nov 19:45

Brentford

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Fulham

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT BRENTFORD	RECENT FORM
ADHDALHWAWAW​ Most recent​	0 - 1 0 - 2 1 - 2 2 - 0	ADHWHLADHDHW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Fulham have lost one of their last four away matches

EXPERT VERDICT: Brentford are on a three-match winning run, a sequence which includes a defeat of Championship leaders Derby but they may struggle to extend the run. Fulham are unbeaten in six league games but three of those finished in stalemate and another draw is the best bet.

RECOMMENDATION: Draw
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English Championship Sa 22Nov 12:15

Huddersfield

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Sheff Wed

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT HUDDERSFIELD	RECENT FORM
HWHDADHWALAL​ Most recent​	0 - 2 0 - 0 0 - 2 1 - 0	HLADHDADHLHD​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Sheffield Wednesday have failed to score in five of their last six matches

EXPERT VERDICT: Huddersfield are playing better than recent results suggest and they can grab the derby honours. Chris Powell’s side conceded three goals in each of their recent defeats away at Derby and Fulham, but back on home soil and against Sheffield Wednesday’s lacklustre attack they should bounce back.

RECOMMENDATION: Huddersfield
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Scottish Championship Sa 22Nov 12:45

Hearts

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Rangers

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT HEARTS	RECENT FORM
AWAWHWADHWAW​ Most recent​	0 - 3 0 - 2 1 - 0 1 - 2	AWHWAWAWHWHD​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Rangers have conceded just three goals in ten away matches this season

EXPERT VERDICT: Rangers can ill afford to lose this game with the gap to leaders Hearts already at six points following the disappointing draw with Alloa at Ibrox. However, Ally McCoist’s men had won six consecutive games to nil before that setback, so they should be solid enough to force a draw against the unbeaten hosts.

RECOMMENDATION: Draw
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REFEREE: Craig Thomson STADIUM: Tynecastle

 

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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Monticello Raceway

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 6 - Post: 2:05 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 72 - Purse:$3900 - FIVE YEAR OLDS AND UNDER W/O 2 BUT NOT MORE THAN 4 PM A/O $10000 LT


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 4 WHERE IT'S AT 9/2


# 5 MOVE BLUE CHIP 4/1


# 3 SMOKIN AMERICAN 5/2


WHERE IT'S AT will not be denied the victory for this race. Could be the most solid in the group of horses here, showing really good figures of late. Avg speed is a solid 75. Seems to have a great class edge based on the standardbreds he has faced. Could quite possibly defeat this pack given the 75 speed rating earned in his last gathering. MOVE BLUE CHIP - The trainer/horse combo percentages point out that this duo are solid in the money finishers when working as a team. Could surprise us at a nice price. Don't leave out. SMOKIN AMERICAN - She's racing in good form, recording very compelling TrackMaster Speed Ratings. An excellent selection. A formidable class horse can't be overlooked. With an avg class rating of 81 all signs point to this one being the winner.

 

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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Rideau Carleton

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 9 - Post: 9:10 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 71 - Purse:$4900 - NW 1


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 6 BOOGIE PANIC 2/1


# 4 VEROI BAYAMA 8/1


# 8 OFFICIALLY RUSTY 3/1

We've got an instinct BOOGIE PANIC is going to get the win. Cannot put a finger on it, but think about this colt for a bet. His 73 avg has this colt among the most compelling TrackMaster Speed Ratings here. Achieved a 75 speed rating last out. A duplicate performance here should get the victory today. VEROI BAYAMA - Could surprise us at a reasonable price. Don't leave out. OFFICIALLY RUSTY - 100 percent of the time this trainer and horse duo end up in the top three. Big players here. May be the most solid in the group of horses here, showing respectable numbers of late. Average speed is a solid 74.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Aqueduct

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 6 - SA - 8.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $50000 Class Rating: 97

OR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE STARTED FOR A CLAIMING PRICE OF $50,000 OR LESS AND WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 121 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. NON-WINNERS AT A MILE OR OVER SINCE MARCH 1 ALLOWED ALLOWED 3LBS.



RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 11 THE SPOTTED WONDER 12/1


# 7 SEAN AND MATT 3/1


# 9 BYRON'S POP 12/1


THE SPOTTED WONDER is my choice particularly if the morning line of 12/1 holds. He has been racing well recently while recording very strong Equibase Speed Figs. Franco has recent ROI figs which make this horse a very good bet. SEAN AND MATT - Profitable rider and conditioner team, with a +8 return on investment. Ought to be given consideration for this event if only for the very strong speed rating put up in the last competition. BYRON'S POP - Well above average win clip at this distance/surface.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Finger Lakes

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 2 - Claiming - 6.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $9000 Class Rating: 84

FOR FILLIES AND MARES THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD. THREE YEAR OLDS, 122 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF TWO RACES SINCE OCTOBER 20 ALLOWED 2 LBS. A RACE SINCE THEN ALLOWED 4 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $5,000



RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 6 GIVING ME FITZ 6/1


# 5 BET U CANT FIND ME 3/1


# 4 BEAR DANCE 4/1


GIVING ME FITZ looks competitive to best this field. Always good to invest in a handler with this kind of very good win percentage - 24 percent - at this distance & surface. The quick return to the races points to a strong effort this time out. This trainer has done soundly recently with entries running at this distance and surface. BET U CANT FIND ME - Has run strongly when travelling a dirt sprint race. Could best this group of horses in this race based on the Equibase speed fig - 81 - of her last outing. BEAR DANCE - Looks competitive versus this group and will most likely be one of the front-runners. Ran a very strong last race.

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Churchill Downs - Race #1 - Post: 12:40pm - Maiden Claiming - 5.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $14,000 Class Rating: 66

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#8 SKY RANT (ML=5/1)
#3 HYTHE GARDENS (ML=9/2)
#1 NEARSHORE (ML=3/1)
#7 ALOHA ROSE (ML=12/1)


SKY RANT - This first-time-starter has been getting primed in the morning at Churchill Downs, a good sign. Albarado and Calhoun perform well when they unite. It's hard to beat a +66 return on investment for a jock and handler. Calhoun, the trainer, shows intent by adding Lasix in this event. A positive sign. HYTHE GARDENS - This jockey/handler duo has been producing a very positive ROI, right at +51. McPeek, the trainer, shows intent by adding Lasix right here. A positive sign. NEARSHORE - Santana rode this entrant for the initial time last time out and comes right back in this race. Based on this filly's recent efforts, she should be aided by this race's shorter distance. Here is an appropriate handicapping angle that I've used many times before. Play a filly (like this one) getting Lasix for the 2nd time. I like the fact that this filly's last speed figure, 60, is tops in this group. ALOHA ROSE - This dam (One West) has had great success with first out winners, cashing 50 pct of the time. Generally speaking, horses on Lasix for the 1st time should be considered. That's what we have here.

Vulnerable Contenders: #5 ARTEMUS STORM (ML=5/2), #6 ZEN ME ROSES (ML=8/1), #2 FOREVER RULER (ML=8/1),

ARTEMUS STORM - It looks like too much zip is signed up in this race. This early speedball will most likely get baked on the top end. ZEN ME ROSES - This mount will probably be near the rear of the pack as this field crosses the finish line. FOREVER RULER - Hasn't hit the board in any sprint affairs of late. Not probable to see her doing it this time out either. Not normally the kind of horse one plays off of any type of extended time off. If today's event shapes up right, all the speed horses will force a severe speed duel early. Too bad this horse is one of those front runners.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Have to go with #8 SKY RANT on the win end if we get at least 5/1 odds

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [7,8]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
None

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Skip

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

Bar

Hawthorne - Race #2 - Post: 2:20pm - Claiming - 6.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $8,000 Class Rating: 87

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#6 TRY A LEMON DROP (ML=5/1)
#5 AFLEET PADDY (ML=7/5)


TRY A LEMON DROP - Winless in his last three starts, this gelding did win on Aug 2nd at Arlington versus tougher competition. Look for this one to go gate to wire in victory at some respectable odds in this field. Ran sixth in last race, but not more than five from the lead at the finish line. AFLEET PADDY - With a big class drop in class rating points from his October 30th race at Hawthorne. Based on that key piece of info, I will give this one the edge. This gelding is in fine form, having run a nice race on October 30th, finishing third. I like the case that this gelding's last fig, 95, is tops in this bunch.

Vulnerable Contenders: #1 LETHAL (ML=2/1),

LETHAL - You figure that this horse is going to win today just because he's always close. Just doesn't get the job done often. This gelding recorded a fig in his last event which likely isn't good enough in today's event.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Have to go with #6 TRY A LEMON DROP on the win end if we get at least 3/2 odds

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [5,6]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
None

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Pass

 

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Handicapped by Rick Needham at Aqueduct

RACE #8 -3:43 PM

8.0 FURLONGS DIRT FILLIES AND MARES THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD OPTIONAL CLAIMING $59,000.00 PURSE

#4 GIRLABOUTOWN
#5 OFFICIAL
#6 CANAL SIX
#2 COLOR BLIND

#4 GIRLABOUTOWN qualifies as a TrackMaster PLUS "PowerPony," takes a class drop (-9), and is the speed leader in this O.C. field, and has produced "POWER RUN PERFORMANCES" in each of her four career starts to date, hitting the board in three, including back-to-back "POWER RUN WINS" in her 2nd and 3rd races back. Jockey Jose Ortiz was in her irons for each of those four outings, and is back this afternoon for his 5th ride, gunning for a "Hat Trick Win!" #5 OFFICIAL has hit the board in five straight, winning twice, including a "POWER RUN WIN" in her last start.

 

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Woodbine Harness: Thursday 11/20 analysis
By Greg Gangle

DRF HARNESS


Race 4 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

Best Bet: FASHION GODDESS (2nd)

Spot Play: DRAGON WAVE (7th)


Race 1

(6) MEADOWVIEW VICKY draws well again this week and is fresh off an easy score last week in this series. (1) WINGS OF BALLYKEEP was a game second last start and has hit the board in four of five starts. (9) WAWONA closed well at 11-1 and has some upside for the triactor.

Race 2

(3) FASHION GODDESS romped last week at a higher level and now drops in class. She's the filly to beat. (6) ELZANE hasn't missed the board in five starts this season and moves onto this circuit. (7) RUBBER DUCK closed extremely well last week in the Autumn Final and now drops in class. He's a player in here if he minds his business.

Race 3

(3) WELCOME WAGON draws inside and shows quick speed over Northfield. This is a wide-open tilt and he shows the best record and consistency. (4) GREYSTONE MOE looked like he had an equipment issue last week as Gallucci made several changes. I'll try him again and hope for a better effort. (2) CHARLIES A FLYIN draws inside and has a quick late kick. If he's spotted well, he's an option at a price.

Race 4

(8) CANT STOP has been knocking on the door in six career starts and is overdue for a win. (4) BLISSFUL IDEA draws inside, is fresh off a win and moves into the Auciello barn. (9) JEWELS FOR ROSE has posted back-to-back wins and moves onto this circuit. She has the speed and comes from the Wallace barn.

Race 5

(2) MACH SOME NOISE is carrying a three-race win streak coming into this dash and draws much better this week. (10) ARTISTIC FUSION exploded last week to find the wire first and will look to repeat. (3) BADLANDS LOVE draws inside, comes from the Johnson barn and has been a threat in each of her last five starts.

Race 6

(4) SERENDIPITIOUS has won each of her last three starts and posted a five length win in her latest in the opening round of the series. (9) ACAPULCO HALL scored a win last week, shows gate speed and comes from the Zeron barn. (10) JAYPORT PRINCESS will need to overcome post 10, but shows excellent gate speed, comes from the Beaver barn and has a solid overall record this season.

Race 7

(5) DRAGON WAVE offered a 74-1 price last week and closed very well from a post nine start. He finished sixth, but was only beaten two lengths for the win. I'll try him this week. (6) WHAT I BELIEVE shows flashes of quick speed, gets Filion in bike and should offer a price. (1) RAMBLINGAMBLINMAN draws well for Zeron.

Race 8

(1) AN ANGEL SHES NOT pulled off the minor upset last week. She's been at her best as of late. (3) PERFORMING ART raced well last week in this series and comes from a high percentage trainer. She has the speed and may offer a price. (10) DEPTH MORE DEPTH might be a longshot worth a look despite the tough draw.

Race 9

(5) TOSCA was a winner last week and moves up in class. She has the speed and comes from the Henriksen barn. (10) CAL CHIPS BROTHER qualified very well last week, comes from the Maxwell barn and is capable of overcoming post 10. (1) ABC MUSCLES BOY draws the rail, has won two straight and has hit the board in each of his last five starts.

Race 10

(9) AMERICAN ISLAND comes from the Moreau barn and raced very well last week on this circuit. I'll try him on top this week with Filion aboard. (2) FOUR BOYS draws inside, has a good record this season and moves into the Cirasuola barn. (1) WARRIOR CALL draws the rail and has hit the board in each of his last three starts. Expect a price.

Race 11

(3) HOPETOBEFIRST draws inside and is fresh off a win at this level. (6) LOST IN PANSLATION comes from a very high percentage trainer and will get a lot of attention with Jamieson in the bike. (4) PINNACLE PEAK finally draws inside this week and has a quick closing kick. He has some upside to him for the triactor.

 

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Yonkers: Thursday 11/20 Analysis
By Matt Rose

DRF HARNESS


MEET STATS: 348 - 1010 / $1836.90 BEST BETS: 56 - 83 / $182.90

Best Bet: LITTLE MISS HENRY (6th)

Spot Play: BITTERSWEET DREAMS (2nd)


Race 1

(3) DENYITTOTHEEND is a shell of her former self but she goes for new connections and is capable of improvement. (1) YOUNG AMERICAN moves all the way inside and that makes her quite logical. (4) PUTNAMS GLORY dropped to this basement level last week and raced pretty well.

Race 2

(4) BITTERSWEET DREAMS finished with good pace last week, her second for Team Stalbaum. She can take the next logical step tonight. (3) CAMPHOR HANOVER bounced back nicely from a poor effort two back and this classy veteran is certainly capable of repeating. (6) FIRSTCLASSFLIGHT battled stubbornly last out and she could be a closing threat here.

Race 3

(5) EVERYMILEAMEMORY fits at this basement claiming level and she meets a very weak field here; capable with a trip. (3) RUNAWAY ROSE is probably the most formful here and driver MacDonald has been hot recently. (2) MICHELLE'S IDEA gets needed post relief and could show more.

Race 4

(4) H HALL gave way on the front end last out versus better; veteran drops in class and can take these the distance. (5) DASH N is as classy as they come and he looks like he must be included here. (7) STONEBRIDGE COWBOY returns locally and fits with these; closing threat despite the missed time.

Race 5

(5) MILITARY STRATCOM has looked very strong in his last two. Veteran stays at this level and should take another. (2) KID CRUISER was second best to the top choice last week, can be second best again. (4) MR SHADOW is another Garcia-Herrera trainee that has missed time but he can threaten on best.

Race 6

(6) LITTLE MISS HENRY folded up on the front end last week versus better; mare is back where she belongs tonight. (1) GRACE SEELSTER has done nothing lately but she drops in class and draws best. (3) ALITTLEEASTERMAGIC raced well to be second last out, almost a month ago.

Race 7

(1) ER ROOM probably should have won last week but she hung in the late stages; gelding has the post edge on his rivals again and the DiDomenico trainee is overdue. (7) JW RACER is very sharp and he was reclaimed by Fraley. (2) WAYWARD SON was hung to dry last week; gets post relief tonight.

Race 8

(6) GODDESS'S ROSA apparently found the 30K claimers a bit too tough; she's back down in class and returns to Sears. (2) STAGE IT RIGHT is a threat to go all the way from this spot. (3) GIVEITTOEMSTAIGHT finally returned to the win column last out but she'll have to be even better tonight to repeat.

Race 9

(1) CHEYENNE MIRIAM has had back-to-back tough traffic trips; should be smooth sailing tonight. (7) SIR LEHIGH Z TAM is probably best here but she's outside again and is handicapped by her unaggressive driver. (4) PRIVATE PERFORMANC ships from the small Ontario tracks and could be a decent fit here.

Race 10

(1) CANACO STAR has been on some sort of a roll and she looks for five in a row; top billing from the best post. (3) BO TOX HANOVER gets Sears in the bike tonight and she's always capable of a gritty effort. (2) GROUNDED promises to be close to the pace throughout.

Race 11

(4) LET HER ROCK drops back to the level where she missed a nose and a neck last month; she may get aggressive early with Brennan in the bike. (2) PALM PATROL was a well-driven winner last week versus lesser. (3) HAYWORTH BLUE CHIP qualified decently upon shipping back from Ohio.

 

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SPOT PLAYS

For Thursday


TRACK (RACE) HORSE, MORNING LINE


Aqueduct (2nd) Strict Compliances, 3-1
(6th) Giant Fox, 6-1


Charles Town (3rd) Montagne, 6-1
(4th) Meehan Meehan, 3-1


Churchill Downs (1st) Nearshore, 3-1
(5th) Sealark, 7-2


Del Mar (4th) Siena Grace, 4-1
(8th) Gold Journey, 9-2


Delta Downs (7th) Ollie Baby, 10-1
(9th) Blockhouse, 6-1


Finger Lakes (5th) Fancy 'n Flight, 4-1
(8th) Metropolitan Storm, 6-1


Golden Gate Fields (2nd) Cindari, 8-1
(3rd) Manitou, 3-1


Gulfstream Park West (5th) Bossy Gal, 3-1
(8th) Malibu Wave, 9-2


Hawthorne (4th) Say Sonny, 3-1
(7th) Cow Catcher, 6-1


Laurel Park (4th) Ephyra, 7-2
(9th) March Majesty, 3-1


Penn National (2nd) Modern Mystic, 5-1
(3rd) The Silver Machine, 10-1


Remington Park (8th) Hunterwood, 3-1
(9th) Flashy Sky, 4-1

 

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Grand Salami - November

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
11/1 12 64 54 UNDER
11/2 7 36.5 39 OVER
11/3 1 5 7 OVER
11/4 12 65.5 56 UNDER
11/5 3 15.5 15 UNDER
11/6 10 54.5 56 OVER
11/7 5 26.5 26 UNDER
11/8 12 63.5 77 OVER
11/9 5 27.5 29 OVER
11/10 2 10.5 11 OVER
11/11 11 60.5 60 UNDER
11/12 2 11 18 OVER
11/13 9 49 53 OVER
11/14 6 32.5 28 UNDER
11/15 12 64.5 62 UNDER
11/16 6 31.5 33 OVER
11/17 1 5.5 6 OVER
11/18 11 60.5 65 OVER
11/19 2 11.5 11 UNDER
11/20 11 - - -

 

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NHL roundup: Penguins' Dupuis has blood clot
By THE SPORTS XCHANGE

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Pascal Dupuis has been diagnosed with a blood clot in his lung and will be out of the lineup for at least six months while undergoing treatment with blood thinners.

The clot was identified during testing Monday after Dupuis had complained of discomfort in his chest.

Dupuis, 35, previously was diagnosed with a blood clot in January 2014, shortly after he suffered torn ligaments in his knee. He was on blood thinners for six months while also recovering from surgery and rehabilitating his knee. He was cleared to return to the lineup in October and had six goals and 11 points in 16 games this season. He scored two goals in a 2-1 win against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Nov. 14.


---Chicago Blackhawks rookie defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk is expected to miss three to four months after he suffered a left patellar fracture.

Van Riemsdyk was hit during the first period against a game against the Dallas Stars. He limped off the ice and did not return. He was placed on injured reserve Monday.

Van Riemsdyk, 23, has one assist in 18 games with the Blackhawks.


---The Boston Bruins announced Wednesday that defenseman Adam McQuaid will miss six to eight weeks with a broken thumb.

McQuaid sustained the injury during Tuesday night's 2-0 win over the St. Louis Blues.

McQuaid has played in all 20 games this season, with one goal, one assist, a plus-2 rating and 19 penalty minutes.


---The Columbus Blue Jackets assigned center Michael Chaput to Springfield of the American Hockey League on Wednesday.

Chaput, 22, has two assists with eight penalty minutes and averaged 10:51 of ice time while playing in all 18 games this season with the Blue Jackets.


---The Detroit Red Wings recalled defenseman Xavier Ouellet from Grand Rapids of the American Hockey League and placed defenseman Brendan Smith on seven-day injured reserve Tuesday.

Ouellet was leading Grand Rapids in points with five in 13 games. He made his NHL debut with the Red Wings last October and played in four regular-season games and in Game 5 during the first round of the playoffs against the Boston Bruins.

Smith had two assists in the Red Wings' 5-0 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday night but developed a hand infection after a fight with Columbus' Nick Foligno in the third period. He was placed on medication to avoid additional infection.

 

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Lehner to start for Senators Thursday
Andrew Avery

The Ottawa Senators will give backup-goalie Robin Lehner the start with the hot Nashville Predators in town Thursday.

The Swede has appeared in six games - all starts - this season and has a record of 3-2-1, a goals against average of 2.96 and a save percentage of .913 heading into the game.

The Preds head into the game first in the Central Division with 26 points and are coming off a 9-2 thumping of the Toronto Maple Leafs. They're presently -118 road faves.