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NFL Week 2 Essentials
By Tony Mejia

Entering the Week 1 Monday night dud of a doubleheader, 11 of the NFL’s first 14 games were decided by one score, which included six games settled by two points or less. It’s unlikely that this second week will be as riveting, but it doesn’t hurt to hope. Here’s the card and what you need to identify before wagering:

Monday, Sept. 19

Philadelphia at Chicago: Rookie Carson Wentz was among Week 1’s stars and certainly the most pleasant surprise, since few saw an impressive performance in his future after such a limited preseason. After showing great touch on his passes and poise and feel beyond his age and experience level, the 2016 Draft’s No. 2 pick ventures out on the road for the first time in his Monday night debut. The Bears had a poor second half in Houston to foil a strong start, so they’re hoping for progress in addition to their first home win since last Oct. 4, the only time they won at Soldier Field all last season.

Total Talk - Week 2
By Chris David

Week 1 Recap

Sixteen of the first 256 games are in the books and bettors watched Week 1 produce a stalemate (8-8) but your record could differ depending when and where you shopped. If you bet totals on a regular basis in all sports, then you’re well aware of the close calls that occur.

For example, the ‘over’ could’ve easily went 10-6 in Week 1 if kickers for Carolina and Arizona were able to connect late. Bettors on the ‘under’ in the Vikings-Titans (40) could also have a gripe, especially with a 10-0 score at halftime but defensive touchdowns always hurt the high side and this game had two of them.

Under the Lights

Philadelphia at Chicago: Very tough total to handicap on Monday because we really don’t know what we’re getting in this matchup. Chicago lost to a strong Texans team on the road while Philadelphia dominated the inexperienced Browns at home in Week 1. The best play could be a pass until you get a better pulse on both clubs but for what it’s worth, the ‘over’ has gone 3-0 in the last three meetings between the pair as they combined for 57, 54 and 65 points.

Total Talk - Week 2
By Chris David

Week 1 Recap

Sixteen of the first 256 games are in the books and bettors watched Week 1 produce a stalemate (8-8) but your record could differ depending when and where you shopped. If you bet totals on a regular basis in all sports, then you’re well aware of the close calls that occur.

For example, the ‘over’ could’ve easily went 10-6 in Week 1 if kickers for Carolina and Arizona were able to connect late. Bettors on the ‘under’ in the Vikings-Titans (40) could also have a gripe, especially with a 10-0 score at halftime but defensive touchdowns always hurt the high side and this game had two of them.

Under the Lights

Philadelphia at Chicago: Very tough total to handicap on Monday because we really don’t know what we’re getting in this matchup. Chicago lost to a strong Texans team on the road while Philadelphia dominated the inexperienced Browns at home in Week 1. The best play could be a pass until you get a better pulse on both clubs but for what it’s worth, the ‘over’ has gone 3-0 in the last three meetings between the pair as they combined for 57, 54 and 65 points.

Preview: Philadelphia at Chicago

When: 8:30 PM ET, Monday, September 19, 2016
Where: Soldier Field, Chicago, Illinois

Carson Wentz showed he could handle the big stage in his much-ballyhooed NFL debut, but the lights will be even brighter when he leads the Philadelphia Eagles on the road to face the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football. Wentz, the No. 2 overall pick overall pick out of North Dakota State, earned raved reviews nationally after guiding Philadelphia to a 29-10 win over Cleveland in its season opener.

Wentz was expected to open the season on the bench but was thrust into the starter's role following the abrupt trade of Sam Bradford to the Minnesota Vikings and responded with 278 yards passing and a pair of touchdowns against the Browns. "It looks like Philadelphia's going to be very well rewarded for the risk they took on draft day, giving up a lot of stuff to get this guy," Bears defensive coordinator Vic Fangio said of Wentz. "The guy's very impressive." Chicago was not that impressive in its season opener, failing to score in the second half in a 23-14 loss at Houston. Playing at home is not necessarily an advantage for the Bears, who won only once at Soldier Field en route to a 5-11 record last season.

TV: 8:30 p.m. ET, ESPN. LINE: Bears -3. O/U: 42.5

ABOUT THE EAGLES (1-0): While Wentz is the new darling of Philadelphia -- his jersey was the No. 1 seller nationally -- after his starry debut, there are major injury concerns on both sides of the ball for the Eagles. Tight end Zach Ertz, who had six catches for 58 yards, suffered a rib displacement under his collarbone and did not practice again Friday, likely robbing Wentz of a safety valve that hauled in 75 receptions in 2015. Cornerback Leodis McKelvin also did not practice with a strained hamstring, putting further stress on a position where Philadelphia lacked depth after trading Eric Rowe to New England. Jordan Matthews had a big first game with seven catches for 114 yards and a TD.

ABOUT THE BEARS (0-1): Chicago's offensive line struggled to protect quarterback Jay Cutler, who was sacked five times and pressured repeatedly while throwing for 216 yards with one touchdown and a costly interception. Speedy wide receiver Kevin White, the No. 7 overall pick in 2015 who missed his entire rookie campaign with a shin injury, had three receptions for 34 yards in his NFL debut and accepted the blame for running the incorrect route on Cutler's pick. The Bears' defense, which ranked in the bottom third of the league against the rush (120.9 yards per game) last season, allowed Houston to control the ball for more than 36 minutes. Alshon Jeffery led the offense with four catches for 105 yards.

EXTRA POINTS

1. The Bears are 9-1 at home versus rookie quarterbacks since 2001.

2. Wentz's 101.0 passer rating was the highest by a Philadelphia rookie since John Reaves in 1972.

3. Jeffery has at least 100 yards receiving of a TD in his last three games.

PREDICTION: Bears 23, Eagles 20

Monday Night Football betting preview and odds: Eagles at Bears

Philadelphia Eagles at Chicago Bears (-3.5, 42)

Carson Wentz showed he could handle the big stage in his much-ballyhooed NFL debut, but the lights will be even brighter when he leads the Philadelphia Eagles on the road to face the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football. Wentz, the No. 2 overall pick overall pick out of North Dakota State, earned raved reviews nationally after guiding Philadelphia to a 29-10 win over Cleveland in its season opener.

Wentz was expected to open the season on the bench but was thrust into the starter's role following the abrupt trade of Sam Bradford to the Minnesota Vikings and responded with 278 yards passing and a pair of touchdowns against the Browns. "It looks like Philadelphia's going to be very well rewarded for the risk they took on draft day, giving up a lot of stuff to get this guy," Bears defensive coordinator Vic Fangio said of Wentz. "The guy's very impressive." Chicago was not that impressive in its season opener, failing to score in the second half in a 23-14 loss at Houston. Playing at home is not necessarily an advantage for the Bears, who won only once at Soldier Field en route to a 5-11 record last season.

TV: 8:30 p.m. ET, ESPN.

LINE HISTORY: The Bears opened the week at -2.5 and throughout the week the spread took a couple of half point jumps to leapfrog the key number of -3. The Bears went from -2.5 to -3 late Sunday night (just after the line was released) and moved from -3 to -3.5 on Thursday afternoon.

The total hit the board at 42.5 and was steady for the early part of the week before being dropped to the current number of 42 on Thursday evening.

POWER RANKINGS: Philadelphia (+3.5) - Chicago (+2.5) + home field (-3) = Chicago -4

KEY INJURIES (for full injury report visit matchup page):

Eagles - WR B. Treggs (Probable Monday, knee), TE T. Burton (Probable Monday, calf), T L. Johnson (Probable Monday, suspension), CB L. McKelvin (Out Monday, hamstring), TE Z. Ertz (Out Monday, collarbone).

Bears - CB K. Fuller (Questionable Monday, knee), S D. Bush (Questionable Monday, hamstring), S H. Jones-Quartey (Questionable Monday, leg), WR M. Wilson (Out Monday, foot).

WEATHER REPORT: The forecast for the Soldier Field area of Chicago is calling for clear skies all day until right around kickoff when there is a slight (15-20 percent) chance of some thunderstorms developing. The temperatures will be seasonal (high 70's) and humidity levels will be high (70-70 percent). Wind will not be a factor at only 5 mph.

ABOUT THE EAGLES (1-0 SU, 1-0 ATS, 0-1 O/U): While Wentz is the new darling of Philadelphia -- his jersey was the No. 1 seller nationally -- after his starry debut, there are major injury concerns on both sides of the ball for the Eagles. Tight end Zach Ertz, who had six catches for 58 yards, suffered a rib displacement under his collarbone and did not practice again Friday, likely robbing Wentz of a safety valve that hauled in 75 receptions in 2015. Cornerback Leodis McKelvin also did not practice with a strained hamstring, putting further stress on a position where Philadelphia lacked depth after trading Eric Rowe to New England. Jordan Matthews had a big first game with seven catches for 114 yards and a TD.

ABOUT THE BEARS (0-1 SU, 0-1 ATS, 0-1 O/U): Chicago's offensive line struggled to protect quarterback Jay Cutler, who was sacked five times and pressured repeatedly while throwing for 216 yards with one touchdown and a costly interception. Speedy wide receiver Kevin White, the No. 7 overall pick in 2015 who missed his entire rookie campaign with a shin injury, had three receptions for 34 yards in his NFL debut and accepted the blame for running the incorrect route on Cutler's pick. The Bears' defense, which ranked in the bottom third of the league against the rush (120.9 yards per game) last season, allowed Houston to control the ball for more than 36 minutes. Alshon Jeffery led the offense with four catches for 105 yards.

TRENDS:

* Eagles are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games in Week 2.
* Bears are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games in September.
* Under is 8-1 in Eagles last 9 games following a straight up win.
* Over is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings.

CONSENSUS: The public is supporting the road underdog Eagles at a rate of 63 percent and the Over is picking up the majority of the totals wagers with 68 percent.

Preview: Eagles (1-0) at Bears (0-1)

Date: September 19, 2016 8:30 PM EDT

Carson Wentz soared in his NFL debut with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Now, the strong-armed rookie quarterback will have an opportunity to showcase his skills under the lights. Wentz will play his first prime-time game as the Eagles (1-0) visit the Chicago Bears (0-1) on Monday night.

The past week has been a whirlwind for Wentz, whom the Eagles selected with No. 2 overall pick in this year's draft out of North Dakota State. He passed for 278 yards and two touchdowns to lead his team to a 29-10 win against the Cleveland Browns in the season opener. His jersey shot to No. 1 in NFL online sales.

Vice President Joe Biden encouraged President Barack Obama to "get on the Wentz wagon." Instead, Obama -- an ardent Bears fan -- joked that he would visit Philadelphia "and scout out what all of the fuss is about."

Bears coach John Fox and his defensive assistants have done some scouting of their own.

Chicago is looking to bounce back from a 23-14 loss to the Houston Texans in Week 1. The Bears led 14-10 at halftime but were outscored 13-0 in the second half as their offense failed to gain traction.

Quarterback Jay Cutler could use better protection in the pocket after he was sacked five times in the opener. He also spent time this week reiterating his confidence in wide receiver Kevin White, the Bears' first-round pick in 2015 who missed his entire rookie season because of a stress fracture. White made his NFL debut last week but caught only three passes for 34 yards despite being targeted seven times.

"We need him," Cutler said. "He's going to be fine. We're not worried about him. We like our group of receivers out there. ... I'm going to play better. As a whole, offensively, we're going to play better."

If White advances as Cutler hopes, he could create a dangerous tandem alongside wide receiver Alshon Jeffery. That will create pressure on the Eagles' secondary, which faces questions after cornerback Leodis McKelvin sustained a strained left hamstring in Week 1.

Philadelphia coach Doug Pederson described McKelvin's status as "week-to-week," which does not bode well for Monday. The Eagles traded cornerback Eric Rowe to the New England Patriots before the season opener, which means Nolan Carroll, Ron Brooks and rookie Jalen Mills might need to anchor a thin cornerback group.

McKelvin is not the Eagles' only injured starter. Tight end Zach Ertz sustained a displaced rib near his left shoulder in Week 1 and could be out for an extended period of time.

"It's a dangerous situation with a displaced bone," Pederson said. "You are talking up around the neck and head area, so any type of blow again could do further damage to that. That's why it's a week-to-week deal to see how it heals and recovers."

In Ertz's absence, veteran Brent Celek is expected to step forward as the team's top option at tight end.

The Bears know they must improve on defense after allowing Houston to convert 12 of 20 third-down opportunities one week ago. Linebacker Danny Trevathan will make his home debut as a Bear after signing as a free agent during the spring. Another new face on the lakefront will be rookie pass rusher Leonard Floyd, who was credited with six tackles and registered a half-sack along with Eddie Goldman in his NFL debut.

Look for Fox and defensive coordinator Vic Fangio to try to pressure Wentz in front of a hostile environment.

Wentz, however, will have plenty of support in the huddle as he braces for the Bears. The 23-year-old already has the backing of his teammates, including wide receiver Jordan Matthews, who is thrilled with the chance to develop continuity with his quarterback after several years of uncertainty at the position.

"It's a different thing when that guy's your brother and when he's your quarterback," Matthews said. "When he's your quarterback, it's like, 'I'm just doing my job.' When he's your brother, it's like, 'I've got to get these 12 yards because I want him to be able to trust that I'm going to be where I need to be so that we can get out here and win football games.' ... And I want him to be just as successful as me, if not more.

"When you start having that relationship, when you want to give up of yourself for somebody else, the games, they just happen. It becomes fun. It becomes something everybody loves to enjoy. Like I said, Carson has that attitude."

Monday Night Football Predictions: Philadelphia Eagles at Chicago Bears Odds & Picks
by Alan Matthews

If I'm being honest, this week's "Monday Night Football" matchup between the Eagles and Bears looks like one of the worst MNF games of the year because I fully expect both clubs to finish below .500. But I can all but guarantee you that it won't be as bad as last week's MNF nightcap in San Francisco, where the 49ers beat the Rams 28-0 -- a game in which Los Angeles set back offensive football about 40 years. Sadly, I recommended taking Rams -2.5 but I mentioned I absolutely loved the under -- a rare game where I prefer a total over a side -- and that clearly hit. So a good start to the MNF year from a betting perspective.

This is Philadelphia's first trip to the Windy City since 2010, which the Bears won. The teams last played in Week 16 of the 2013 season, and it was one of the low points of the Marc Trestman Era in Chicago. The Bears could have clinched the NFC North with a victory but were embarrassed 54-11 even though the Eagles had nothing to play for that Sunday night. The Bears would then lose a winner-take-all NFC North title game at home the following week to Green Bay, and things went totally downhill from there for Trestman, who was fired after the 2014 season.

That 2013 Eagles team was Chip Kelly's first season in Philly, and the Eagles would win an NFC East winner-take-all game the following week over Dallas to reach the playoffs -- a wild-card home loss to New Orleans -- for the only time in Kelly's tenure. He's now coaching those 49ers.

Eagles at Bears Betting Story Lines

If you ask me, the two biggest "winners" of Week 1 were New England among AFC teams and Philadelphia in the NFC. Never thought I would group the Patriots and Eagles together this year, but there it is. In fact, through one week the NFL Executive of the Year is Eagles GM Howie Roseman, the Coach of the Year is Doug Pederson and the Offensive Rookie of the Year is Carson Wentz following Philly's 29-10 win over Cleveland.

Roseman, remember, somehow got the Vikings to give up first- and fourth-round picks near the end of the preseason when Minnesota panic traded for QB Sam Bradford after losing Teddy Bridgewater for the season. Before that deal, the Eagles planned to redshirt Wentz this season. Instead, they threw him in there Week 1 against the Browns, and Wentz was great, completing 22 of 37 for 278 yards, two touchdowns, no picks and a rating of 101.0 that's 11th in the NFL. It was one of the most unlikely performances by a rookie QB ever. Sure, the guy was the No. 2 overall pick, but three weeks ago he wasn't going to play in 2016, he barely played his final season at North Dakota State due to a wrist injury and was limited to one half of preseason football in the exhibition opener because he fractured a rib.

I'm obviously not ready to call Wentz the ROY favorite over Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott, but no rookie looked better in Week 1. I certainly understand that was against a bad Cleveland team and also it was at home. The crowd will be a factor this week when Wentz is under center, and perhaps that inexperience will show in making changes at the line.

Philly did suffer two key injuries in Week 1 with tight end Zach Ertz dealing with a rib problem and cornerback Leodis McKelvin a hamstring issue. Neither is likely to play Monday. Seventh-round rookie Jalen Mills likely would start for McKelvin, so expect the Bears to target him.

Chicago was the only NFC North team to lose Week 1. The Bears led the Texans 14-10 at halftime in Houston, but then the offense stopped functioning in a 23-14 loss. The Bears' offensive line was overwhelmed in the second half and Chicago finished with just 258 total yards. Alshon Jeffery had a solid game with four catches for 105 yards, but that was all in the first half. Kevin White, the Bears' No. 7 overall pick in 2015 who missed all of last year, had just three catches for 34 yards and was responsible for a Jay Cutler interception when White broke off a route too early. Cutler, incidentally, was sacked five times and pressured on 40 percent of his dropbacks (tied for highest in NFL). It's going to be a long year in Chicago.

The Bears seemed to come through the game without any major injuries in it, but they also had a league-high nine players listed as questionable and played seven of them -- also the highest in the NFL -- in Week 1. Welcome to the NFL's new injury report.

Eagles at Bears Betting Odds and Trends

Chicago is -3 (-125) with a total of 43. On the moneyline, the Bears are -175 and Eagles +155. On the alternate lines, Chicago is -3.5 (+100) and -2.5 (-150). On the road in 2016, Philadelphia was 4-4 against the spread and 4-4 "over/under." At home last year, the Bears were 2-6 ATS and 4-4 O/U.

The Eagles are 1-4 ATS in their past five vs. the NFC and 1-6 ATS in their past seven in Week 2. The Bears are 4-1 ATS in their past five on Monday but 0-5 ATS in their past five in September. The under is 8-1 in Philly's last nine after a win. The under is 4-1 in Chicago's past five vs. teams with a winning record.

Eagles at Bears Betting Predictions and Monday Night Football Picks

I do think Chicago is the better-coached team and, at least this week, has the better quarterback. Jeffery could have a big night, and the Chicago pass rush will give Wentz many more problems than Cleveland's did. The Bears won a single home game last year but will take this one. Give the 2.5 points, and I love the under again.

MNF - Eagles at Bears
By Kevin Rogers

The Eagles and Bears wrap up Week 2 of the NFL card at Soldier Field in Chicago on Monday night. Both these teams aren’t expected to be playoff squads in the NFC, but Philadelphia is hoping that its building a solid quarterback situation with rookie Carson Wentz. The Bears finished last season at 6-10, the third straight year in which Chicago has failed to bust the .500 mark.

LAST WEEK

Philadelphia put together an impressive season opening victory over Cleveland, 29-10 to cash as four-point home favorites. Wentz completed 22-of-37 passes for 278 yards and two touchdowns. Ryan Mathews rushed for 77 yards and a touchdown, while Jordan Matthews hauled in seven receptions for 114 yards and a touchdown for Philadelphia. The Eagles finished last season with a 3-5 SU/ATS record at Lincoln Financial Field, but improved to 5-1 SU and 4-2 ATS in the past six season openers.

Chicago jumped out to a 14-10 advantage at Houston in Week 1, but the Bears fell short in a 23-14 setback at NRG Stadium. Houston covered as a 5 ½-point favorites, as the Texans held the ball for over 36 minutes, compared to nearly 24 minutes for the Bears. Jay Cutler put together an average performance by throwing for 216 yards, a touchdown, and an interception. The bright spot offensively for Chicago was wide receiver Alshon Jeffery, who pulled in 105 yards through the air after playing in nine games last season (807 yards, 4 TD’s).

SOLDIER STRUGGLES

The Bears haven’t defended their home field very well, losing seven of eight contests at Soldier Field in 2015. Dating back to December 2014, Chicago owns a dreadful 1-10 SU and 3-8 ATS in the last 11 games in the Windy City. The only home victory in John Fox’s first season as Bears’ head coach came in a 22-20 triumph over the Raiders as three-point underdogs, as Chicago kicked a field goal in the final seconds for the win. In 10 of the 11 games in this disastrous stretch, the Bears have allowed at least 20 points, while being listed as a favorite only twice (losing to Washington and San Francisco in 2015).

FLY EAGLES FLY

Philadelphia has profited as a road underdog the last three seasons, posting an 8-5 ATS record. The Eagles picked up away victories in this role against the Jets, Patriots, and Giants, while their final four road contests of 2015 all sailed OVER the total. Since 2009, Philadelphia has won six of its previous seven road openers, with the lone loss in this stretch coming at Atlanta as three-point favorites last season, 26-24.

MONDAY NIGHT MAGIC

Under Chip Kelly, the Eagles compiled a strong 4-1 SU/ATS record in Monday night contests since 2013. Kelly is long gone to San Francisco, but the Eagles won two of those games in the away ‘dog role at Washington in 2013 and Indianapolis in 2014. The Bears have won seven of their last nine Monday nighters since 2011, as five of those victories came away from the Windy City. The last time Chicago hosted a Monday night contest came in 2014, losing a 31-15 decision to New Orleans.

SEESAW BATTLES

The Bears and Eagles have split their last four matchups since 2009. Philadelphia ripped apart Chicago in their previous meeting in 2013 at Lincoln Financial Field, 54-11 as 2 ½-point favorites. The Eagles racked up over 500 yards in that blowout, as Nick Foles threw two touchdown passes, while LeSean McCoy rushed for a pair of scores. Philadelphia is making its first trip to Soldier Field since 2010 when the Eagles dropped a 31-26 decision as three-point road favorites. Cutler tossed four touchdowns as Chicago built a 31-13 advantage before Philadelphia scored 13 points in the final quarter to make the score closer.

LINE MOVEMENT

Chicago opened up as 2 ½-point favorites when lines were released by CG Technology in late April and there hasn’t been great movement since then. The Bears have jumped to three-point favorites, but the juice is -115 or -120 at many books currently. The total is sitting at 42 ½ at most outlets, as Chicago had only one total at 42 ½ or lower last season, which was an UNDER against Denver in a 17-15 defeat on a 41 total.

Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Harrington Raceway

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Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 5 - Post: 6:08 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 88 - Purse:$7500 - H & G NW $5,001 LAST 4 STARTS AE: CLAIMING $15,000 HARRINGTON RACE CONDITIONS DRIVER CHOICES:
CONSORTIUM*CHOICES

# 4 PEOPLE ARE CRAZY 2/1
# 3 SUNSHINE SUPERMAN 5/1
# 7 BALLINROBE 5/2

PEOPLE ARE CRAZY will have you running to the cashier's window in here. Overall numbers look good. Can't throw him out of the picture. He has been squaring off sharply and the TrackMaster Speed Ratings are among the finest in the group of horses. This gelding has been competing against some of the most competitive company in this grouping recently. SUNSHINE SUPERMAN - Getting a good feel about this gelding. Could surprise in this race. BALLINROBE - This race could be controlled by this gelding. A single look at the avgerage speed fig will verify that. Many top players will recognize the terrific TrackMaster Speed Rating in the last outing. Stacks up against any horse in this field.

Tech Trends - Week 2
By Bruce Marshall

Monday, Sept. 19

PHILADELPHIA at CHICAGO (ESPN, 8:30 p.m. ET)
Bears 1-7 vs. line at home LY.
Tech Edge: Slight to Eagles, based on Bears home negatives.

Week*2 NFL

Eagles (1-0) @ Bears (0-1)– Rookie QB Wentz gets first road start on national TV; LW he threw for 270 yards with no turnovers in his pro debut. Eagles are 19-12 as road underdogs the last 8 years. Bears are 14-22-3 as home favorite last 8 years; they were held scoreless in 2nd half in Houston LW, after leading 14-10 at half. Chicago won four of last six series games, losing 54-11 at Philly in last meeting three years ago. Eagles won five of last seven visits here, with last one in 2010. Philly won six of last seven road openers- they’re 5-1 as a dog in AOs– over is 5-2-1 in their last eight AOs. Chicago lost last two home openers after winning eight of nine before that; four of their last five HOs went over.

Handicapped by The Walker Group at Ajax Downs

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 10 - Maiden - 400y on the Dirt. Purse: $11500 Class Rating: 44

QUARTER HORSE 400Y, FOR ONTARIO BRED MAIDENS, THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD. WEIGHT, 126 LBS.


RECOMMENDED*CHOICES


# 2 IFWISHESWEREFISHES 7/2

# 7 FLEET SELECT 4/1

# 6 MAD ABOUT SPEED 3/1

IFWISHESWEREFISHES is the most respectable bet in this race. Meeting a much easier bunch than last time out. With Bell getting the mount, watch out for this horse. With a reliable ROI of +29 this conditioner has shown competitive results with entries running at this distance and surface. FLEET SELECT - Well above average win clip at this distance/surface. Dunlap has him trained soundly to break sharply out of the gate. MAD ABOUT SPEED - Look for a much better performance with the drop. Have to consider solely on class, with some of the best class figures of this group.

Handicapped by The Walker Group at Delaware Park

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Race 9 - Maiden Claiming - 5.5f on the Dirt. Purse: $13500 Class Rating: 66

FOR MAIDENS, THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD. THREE YEAR OLDS, 120 LBS.; OLDER, 123 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $10,000, IF FOR $7,500, ALLOWED 3 LBS.


RECOMMENDED*CHOICES


# 6 L G CRASH 8/5

# 4 CLEVER APPEAL 6/1

# 1 TIZ AWAY 5/2

L G CRASH looks like the wager in here. Vaunts formidable Speed Figures on average overall when compared with the rest of this group of horses in this race. Ran a strong last race. Looks to have a very good class edge based on the most recent company kept. CLEVER APPEAL - His earnings per start in dirt sprint events alone makes you take a look at him. TIZ AWAY - Sound average speed figures in dirt sprint races make this horse a definite contender. He has a good opportunity for this event as conditioner, Oconnell, has very solid win clip with horses going this distance.

Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

Presque Isle Downs - Race #2 - Post: 5:50pm - Allowance - 6.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $33,000 Class Rating: 77

Rating:

#1 RAPA ITI (ML=6/1)
#3 CAKE POP (ML=4/1)
#1A MONGOLIAN CHANGA (ML=6/1)
#2B MADE TO FIT (ML=5/1)


RAPA ITI - This gelding is put right back into a race in less than 10 days; this is a positive sign. If this gelding gets out of the gate cleanly, he'll be tough to catch. I like that last contest on Sep 8th at Presque Isle Downs where he finished fifth. Looks like a potential overlay in this race at odds of 6/1. Finished fifth in last race at Presque Isle Downs but was close at the wire. CAKE POP - The 73 last race speed fig looks good in the TrackMaster PPs. This colt is tops in EPS (earnings per start). Take a good look at this horse in the saddling ring. MONGOLIAN CHANGA - Filly is a few starts into a come back here. Should give a big race today. Have to give this filly a fair chance. Ran a nice race last out within the last thirty days. Dropping 7 pounds from last race. Could be a deciding factor today. MADE TO FIT - I do like the fact this gelding is back in a race so quickly. The jock and trainer combination have a lucrative ROI when they team up. A thoroughbred coming back this quickly after a solid contest is a good sign. Already raced against today's morning line favorite on September 8th at Presque Isle Downs and finished ahead of that one. Have to believe he can do it again today.

Vulnerable Contenders: #6 UPATOI BUG (ML=7/2), #5 DRIVE SANDY DRIVE (ML=9/2), #2 INSTARLAND (ML=5/1),

UPATOI BUG - This runner ran a somewhat easily forgotten speed rating in the last race. He shouldn't show signs of improvement and will probably lose in today's race running that figure. DRIVE SANDY DRIVE - Mediocre speed rating last race out at Mountaineer Park at 5 1/2 furlongs. Don't think this pony will improve too much in today's event. INSTARLAND - This thoroughbred hasn't shown too much in the last couple of contests. No picnic to bet on this racer this time. Make him show you something in a short distance affair before you play him in a race of 6 1/2 furlongs.


STRAIGHT WAGERS:

Putting our cash on #1 Entry to win. Have to have odds of at least 3/1 or better though

EXACTA WAGERS:

Box [1,2,3]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:

Box [1,2,3] Total Cost: $6

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:

[1,2,3] with [1,2,3] with [1,2,3,4,6] with [1,2,3,4,6] Total Cost: $36

** Some or all wagers above involve entries and assume all parts of entry start the race **

Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Yonkers Raceway

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Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 2 - Post: 7:30 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 78 - Purse:$15000 - NON-WINNERS OF 2 P-M RACES OR $20,000 LIFETIME. 3& 4 YEAR OLD COLTS, HORSES & GELDINGS
CONSORTIUM*CHOICES

# 4 PREJUDICE 3/1
# 1 CENOVIS 2/1
# 2 JK ONAROLL 6/1

After thorough analysis by the handicapping group, PREJUDICE comes out as the top choice. With a good 79 speed rating last time out, will very likely be a factor in this contest. This race horse will have to be a play, based on the exemplary driver-conditioner win percent. CENOVIS - Seems to have a competitive class edge based on the field of horses he has faced. Starters win from this slot at Yonkers Raceway with better than average regularity, suggesting this tremendous wager. JK ONAROLL - Have to lean toward a contender coming out of the Yonkers Raceway 2 hole. The win percentage is fantastic, way above normal. Could very well be the best in the group here, showing really good markings of late. Average speed is a solid 79.

Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

Mountaineer Park - Race #3 - Post: 7:44pm - Allowance - 7.0 furlongs on the Turf. Purse: $18,400 Class Rating: 78

Rating:

#3 NICKERS IN A TWIST (ML=8/1)
#9 HOT SPECIAL (ML=5/1)
#2 MY BROTHER STEVE (ML=6/1)


NICKERS IN A TWIST - Jock jumped on this gelding's back for the first ride on Aug 3rd. Should be acquainted with the horse even better this time. Gonzalez and Blankenship getting together are a horse gambler's friend. HOT SPECIAL - I like to play horses that faced open company in their last race and drop into state bred races. This gelding fits the bill. I seem to always make money betting Johnson horses on the grass. That barn has a solid win percent for this distance/surface. Have to make this gelding a serious competitor; he comes off a sharp effort on September 3rd. MY BROTHER STEVE - A gelding like this one, almost always in the money, usually makes an excellent trifecta key horse. This gelding is in fine physical condition, having run a nice race on Sep 3rd, finishing third. This gelding's has a great shot against these thoroughbreds in today's race. His conditioner has an excellent win percentage when moving horses from the dirt to the turf.

Vulnerable Contenders: #7 MULE THEORY (ML=3/1), #1A MY BROTHER JOHNNY (ML=7/2), #1 BULLET BOBBY (ML=7/2),

MULE THEORY - Tough to bet on any animal to turn things around if there is no reward to taking the risk. The morning-line favorite is suspect here with the lack of morning drills. MY BROTHER JOHNNY - This gelding hasn't had any positive outcomes in short distance contests in the last two months. BULLET BOBBY - In any event of 7 furlongs, I like to support a contender that has been sharp in short distance races recently. Hard to invest in at 7/2 odds after the two most recent outings.

GUEST COMMENTARY: The Turf Man - MY BROTHER STEVE - This trainer knows how to get a pony ready for a turf sprint. Should be there at the wire.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:

Bet on #3 NICKERS IN A TWIST to win if you can get at least 7/2 odds

EXACTA WAGERS:

Box [2,3,9]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:

Box [2,3,9] Total Cost: $6

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:

[2,3,9] with [2,3,9] with [1,2,3,5,9] with [1,2,3,5,9] Total Cost: $36

** Some or all wagers above involve entries and assume all parts of entry start the race **

Mohawk: Monday 9/19 Analysis
By Garnet Barnsdale

DRF

Race 1 - $30,000 Guaranteed Pick Five Pool

Race 4 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool


PICK 5: 1,6/1,3,6/1,4,5,6/2,5,7,8/1,7 = $38.40

EARLY PICK 4: 2,5,7,8/1,7/2/1,2,7,8 = $64

LATE PICK 4: 1,2,7,8/3,6/5,6,10/8,9 = $48

MEET STATS: 346 - 1036 / $1785.50 BEST BETS: 57 - 95 / $179.40

SPOT PLAYS: 20 - 95 / $119.10

Best Bet: SAFEKEEPING (6th)

Spot Play: PAR INTENDED (7th)


Race 1

(6) NEVER BEEN TOLD continues to turn long trips into wins. That he doesn't need a good trip to win makes him extra-tough here; top call. (1) SOAKING UP THE SUN is capable but erratic at times. Take a good look at his gait in the post parade and scoring down for clues to his soundness. (2) CONFLICT DIAMOND was a solid 2nd to the choice from the 10-hole last time. Toss him on your Pick 5 ticket moving in eight posts. (4) LITTLE QUICK is capable of a serious late bid if the pace is honest.

Race 2

(6) LIGHT FOOT RD and (3) PANEDICTINE should be the main players here in their first starts off the claim. Give the nod to the former who typically displays sharper tactical speed. (1) CURATOR is likely to get an aggressive steer here from Henry starting from the inside; using. (7) INTENDED STYLE earned most of his money in claimers earlier in the year. He could wake up in a big way here with the class drop.

Race 3

(1) MAJESTIC KAT faces straight maidens for the first time here. She should enjoy the class drop. (5) HILARIOUS HERO lost for the 15th time last start but that was his best mile to date and he should be tough in here facing a suspect group. (6) STORMONT ROYALTY should get away closer to the front here moving in a couple of posts and that makes her more of a threat late in the mile. (4) CORE FUSION - a $35K Harrisburg purchase - likely has much more to offer than what he showed in his qualifier. He can take a piece of this.

Race 4

(7) COBALT MAN was third vs. better in a quick mile last time. Expect Filion to try to control things here. (8) THE CATAMOUNT KID returns from a 2-month break sporting a sharp qualifier and this should be an easy class for him; using. (5) HOPIESDRAGNINTHEDO is an infrequent winner but he fits well here and he should hit the board. (2) SHIPPEN OUT's chances were ruined by bad cover last time. He can be a big factor here if he gets a decent trip.

Race 5

(7) THIS IS MY SONG has raced decently in New York sires stakes. These should be easier; slight nod in a wide-open dash. (1) WOULDACOULDASHOULDS should be closer here in a race that should go a couple of seconds slower than his most recent start. (4) ARDEEN is a full-brother to several winners and he can take a slice here in his debut. (5) OSBORNE SEELSTER has faced tougher every start. He's worth a look here coming off a break.

Race 6

(2) SAFEKEEPING took a ton of mutual support last time and she converted with a sharp win; call to repeat. (1) GRAMSTER moves into a top trotting barn shipping in here; consider for Pick 4 tickets. (3) MAJOR MUSCLE has frequent gait issues but he will be a big threat if he can stay trotting here. (5) MINI HER should make the Super ticket if she stays flat.

Race 7

(8) PAR INTENDED could get a similar pace setup as last week when he rushed up late for the win. He may be a square price again; call to repeat. (2) LISVINNIE set some insane fractions last week and he paid the price late. He can rebound here with a more patient drive. (7) WALTZKING HANOVER goes fresh off the claim again here and he should be one of the main contenders from close range. (1) JENKINS CREEK is another that races out of a new barn that should threaten. The inside post should help his cause here.

Race 8

(6) TOY IS OURS trotted the entire mile and he was an easy winner last time out. He can repeat here, but he is always a threat to go off stride. (3) GIRL DRAMA is in good form and she will likely take her second win of the year soon. (2) JUSTALITTLEFASTER has been racing well recently and he will be closing late here for a piece, at a minimum. (5) BLUSH AND CRUSH hasn't done that well since being claimed three back but she should be a threat here from close range.

Race 9

(6) LIMA C ME ROCK was aggressively handled to win his last and he should get put into play early here again in a field in which he fits well; top call. (10) ARCHANGEL THREE was an impressive first-up winner last time. Expect Zeron to try to get this one into the race early here. (5) JACK RACKHAM adds Lasix and he should go much better here. (2) VEGAS DREAM is probable to follow along for a minor share here.

Race 10

(8) NEEDLECREST tipped his hand in his most recent start in which he improved his late speed. He can take these if he is put into action early enough. (9) SENIOR MARKET has had success on this circuit in the past. He can be a speed threat here at a price. (6) SMALLTOWN GIRL is another to consider at a price in a race which demands wide Pick 4 coverage. (3) ROCKABELLA is likely one of the best in here, but his weak win record this year is concerning. (4) CAMS TUX is worth a look coming off a break. Watch the tote board for clues on this one.