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This pitcher has in tough against the Rockies
Justin Hartling

Ryan Vogelsong will be facing his demons when he takes the mound against the Colorado Rockies. In Vogelsong's past four starts against the Rockies has seen him and the San Francisco Giants go 0-4.

Vogelsong has given up 17 runs while striking out three over the four starts.

Pitcher has been quietly dominating through August
Justin Hartling

Edison Volquez may not be the top name that comes to mind when you think 'ace,' but he has been lights-out over the past month. Volquez has steered the Pirates to a 6-1 record in his past seven starts.

Volquez has allowed 11 runs over those seven starts.

Weaver's 'bend, don't break' method has been working
Justin Hartling

Jered Weaver's road stats are not the most impressive, except for where it matters. Weaver has led the Los Angeles Angels to a 5-1 record in his last six road starts.

Weaver has given up seven hits per game and almost four runs per game over those six starts. The Angels have been provided enough offense, averaging over six runs per game during those starts.

Twins looking to continue domination against Danks
Justin Hartling

Minnesota Twins batters must be smiling when they see John Danks on the mound. In the last 17 games that the Chicago White Sox started Danks against the Twins, Minnesota is 14-3.

The Twins have pummeled Danks for more than seven hits per game and in 41 percent of the games have scored five or more runs.

King Felix reigns in the Golden State
Justin Hartling

Felix Hernandez takes to the mound in Oakland, a place he has enjoyed great success. In Hernandez's past 16 starts in Oakland, dating back to 2007, the Mariners have gone 13-3 strongly due to his performances.

Hernandez has only given up an average of two runs per game in Oakland and has held the A's to one or fewer runs in 50 percent of those 16 starts.

September Pitchers Report
By Marc Lawrence

Like the notches in out belt after a tasty Labor Day barbeque, MLB rosters have expanded to accommodate the final month of the season. And as College Football and the NFL crash onto the scene, MLB pitchers take the final spotlight in hopes of leading their teams on to the playoff trail. Which ones can we count on and which ones figure to crash-test dummies? Check it out.

Listed below are hurlers that have enjoyed a two-to-one or better success ratio in team starts the last three seasons during the month of September. On the flip side, we’ve also listed pitchers that struggle in September team starts, winning 33% percent or less of their efforts. To qualify pitchers must have made a minimum of 10 starts, with at least one start each September over the last three years.

Enjoy…

Note: Pitchers with an asterisk (*) next to their named appeared on this month’s list last year.

GOOD MONTH PITCHERS:

Bumgarner, Madison (10-4)

A consistently good pitcher who can work side to side or up and down in the strike zone, with equal effectiveness. Bumgarner will set a career-high for strikeouts this season and very likely wins, while still being far below a base hit an inning.

*Fister, Doug (11-3)

After being brilliant most of the season, Fister has been a little off his game of late. Otherwise, he’s been sparkling all year and has excelled at keeping the ball down. He is currently on pace to set best-ever WHIP number in a season.

*Gallardo, Yovani (11-5)

Gallardo has pitched much better coming into September, with a 2.86 ERA in his past 10 starts. While not the strikeout pitcher he used to be, his command has been exemplary and should easily surrender the fewest walks in a season in his career.

*Gonzalez, Gio (12-4)

Injuries and inconsistency has plagued the left-hander, which is why he has allowed nearly a hit an inning, unable to fully command his wide array of pitches. Washington needs Gonzalez to find his game like in the past this month and have him ready to be a factor for the playoffs.

Greinke, Zack (8-4)

This Dodgers’ hurler has done everything necessary as the No. 2 starter and is as dependable as they come. If Greinke, Kershaw and Ryu stay on top of their game, the L.A. Dodgers could be headed to the World Series.

*Guthrie, Jeremy (11-4)

Never a great pitcher, for some reason has finished seasons strong in the final month of the year. If Kansas City is to win their division for the first time since 1985, Guthrie will have to do his part to contribute to their success.

*Hughes, Philip (9-3)

How important has Phil Hughes been to the success of Minnesota this season? When he’s started they are 17-10; when he is watching between starts they are 42-66 as August concluded. Based on the past, bettors should know how to bet on Hughes and the Twins the rest of the season.

*Kennedy, Ian (14-1)

For an average pitcher, Kennedy has closed the season like few with this incredible record. This season, his numbers are around career norms, but his sinker has had more bite with two strikes, fanning more than a batter per inning.

Latos, Matt (11-4)

The 6’6 Virginia native has been battling injuries all season and his team has floundered, which has been no fault of the right-hander. With the Reds going nowhere, good time for Latos to pad stats for his next contract.

*Lee, Cliff (11-5)

Season is over for the lanky lefty with what is essentially a bad elbow.

Milone, Tommy (12-1)

Moving from Oakland to Minnesota is probably going to curtail Milone’s September numbers, of which reported above represent three-year career numbers. The A’s gave Milone numerous chances. He just never came through. Subtract this month and the 6’0 lefty has a below .500 career record.

Scherzer, Max (10-5)

While not as domineering as his Cy Young season, Scherzer has been no less effective and did his part from seeing Detroit falling completely apart. Works fast, knows how to change speeds, and added another gear when it comes to getting hitters out with runners on base.

Shields, James (12-4)

Shields had his worst outing in sometime on Aug. 25 and knowing his bulldog determination that could be his last poor game of the regular season. Knows how to pitch and always around the plate. On pace to conceded his fewest walks in five seasons.

*Weaver, Jered (10-4)

No longer having great “stuff”, Weaver as a youngster always knew how to pitch by changing speeds and working the strike zone vertically. He will give the Angels a chance to win the AL West because he knows how to win.

Wilson, C.J. (13-5)

Since coming back from injury, not the same Wilson we are used to seeing. His control has been awful, catching too much of the plate with upper zone pitches and strikeouts-to-walks nearly even. It’s time for the port-sider to elevate his game at crunch time.

BAD MONTH PITCHERS

Buehrle, Mark (5-10)

Unfortunately for Toronto, their season has mirrored that of Buehrle. The Blue Jays like the crafty lefty were super early, but as the season wore on, they started to show wear and tear and have been crumbling since. Lacking velocity, the 35-year old now wears down late in the season.

*Francis, Jeff (3-7)

Designated for assignment in late July by Yankees.

Harang, Aaron (4-9)

Though it seems Harang has pitched better this season than any time in recent years, his numbers are very similar to when he was with the Dodgers two years ago with fewer walks. Can he contribute in September?

Hernandez, Felix (2-10)

Having an absolutely marvelous season, batters are around the Mendoza Line (.202) hitting against King Felix. Very curious to watch how he pitches with playoffs on the line this month, which happens infrequently for the Mariners.

McCarthy, Brandon (4-8)

Cannot remember a pitcher having a bigger in-season turnaround after being traded. McCarthy has arguably become the ace of the Yankees staff, one decimated by injuries. Hence, would have to think McCarthy results will improve this time around.

Norris, Bud (3-8)

Having pitched on bad Houston teams and ineffective last year after coming to Baltimore, Norris has been fair this year for the Orioles. Always look to play on at home and play against on the road.

Chicago has been abysmal in Indiana
Justin Hartling

The Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever are set to see who takes control fo their Eastern Conference Finals series. Unfortunately for Chicago, the game takes place in Indiana. The Sky are 1-15 straight-up and 3-13 against the spread in their last 16 games in Bankers Life Fieldhouse.

The SKy are 3.5-point dogs Wednesday.

Handicapped by The Walker Group at Louisiana Downs

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 2 - Claiming - 6.5f on the Dirt. Purse: $5000 Class Rating: 79

FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NOT WON TWO RACES IN 2014. THREE YEAR OLDS, 121 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $5,000



RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 6 LINDAU 5/1


# 5 GUT CHECK 7/2


# 2 ANOTHER BIG RED 12/1


LINDAU has a strong shot to take this race. Looks competitive against this group of horses in this race and will almost certainly be one of the early speedsters. Should be given a shot - I like the figures from the last contest. This animal has to be played at the expected big odds. GUT CHECK - Shows signs of the look of a money-making play, averaging a solid 73 speed figure which is one of the most respectable in this field. Always good to invest in a trainer with this kind of very good win percentage - 31 percent - at this distance & surface. ANOTHER BIG RED - It's a good signal that Balderas is using Castillo on this one. Don't overlook this gelding in your bets - very dangerous with Castillo aboard.

Handicapped by The Walker Group at Lincoln St Fair

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 1 - Claiming - 1.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $6150 Class Rating: 74

NEBRASKA-BRED CLAIMING PURSE $6,150 FOR CERTIFIED NEBRASKA BREDS, FOUR YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD. WITH $6,150 OF WHICH $750 TO THE WINNING JOCKEY, $500 TO2ND PLACE JOCKEY, $400 TO 3RD PLACE JOCKEY WITH THE REMAINDER TO BE SPLIT $2,000 TO THE OWNER OF THE WINNER, $1,500 TO THE OWNER OF THE 2ND PLACE FINISHER AND $1,000 TO THE OWNER OF THE 3RD PLACE FINISHER.



RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 2 BENJAMIN E. 7/5


# 1 WESTERN DEVIL 2/1


# 3 HUSKER RIDGE 1/1


BENJAMIN E. is the strongest wager in this race. Should come out strong - I have liked the way this gelding has moved promptly to the front end recently. Ought to be given a chance based on the quite good Equibase Speed Figure garnered in the last race. Appears to have a very strong class edge based on the most recent company kept. WESTERN DEVIL - Vaunts solid Equibase speed figs on average overall when measured up against the rest of this group. Gamblers ought to note that this animal runs now going off Lasix today. HUSKER RIDGE - This mare could improve now going off Lasix. Will almost certainly go to the lead and could never look back.

Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Presque Isle Downs - Race #6 - Post: 7:30pm - Claiming - 6.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $12,000 Class Rating: 68

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#7 ZENZELDA (ML=6/1)
#5 HEIRESSOFTHECROWN (ML=8/1)
#3 SOUTHERN FLAIR (ML=8/1)


ZENZELDA - This filly is in good condition. Ended up third on August 11th. That 71 fig this filly notched in her last event tells me she's a key player today. HEIRESSOFTHECROWN - Trainer Crumley gave this filly a good stiff morning drill. Last one was 2nd fastest of the day. I think this filly is ready to run a good one. She's had enough races since the layoff and should be fit. Earnings per race entered is something that I think can be a most important handicapping factor. This horse is ranked at the very top in this bunch. SOUTHERN FLAIR - I think this filly is ready to run a good one. She's had enough races since the vacation and should be fit. Dominguez and Houle Webb perform well when they combine forces. It's hard to beat a +470 ROI for a jockey and conditioner.

Vulnerable Contenders: #6 ALWAYS DEAR (ML=4/1), #2 MARCH MAJESTY (ML=9/2), #1A CHESTNUT MISSILE (ML=5/1),

ALWAYS DEAR - This horse hasn't been in the money in either of her last two efforts. MARCH MAJESTY - This filly finished out of the top three on July 13th and wasn't close to winning last time around the track either. Difficult to play any horse in a sprint affair at 9/2 when she hasn't shown any positive results in sprints in the last two months. CHESTNUT MISSILE - This thoroughbred hasn't had even a morning drill after running so well on Aug 14th.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:

Bet on #7 ZENZELDA to win if we can get at least 7/2 odds

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [3,5,7]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Box [3,5,7] Total Cost: $6

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
[3,5,7] with [3,5,7] with [1,3,4,5,7] with [1,3,4,5,7] Total Cost: $36

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

Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Delaware - Race #8 - Post: 4:30pm - Maiden Claiming - 6.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $13,500 Class Rating: 62

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#4 JERICHO CALL (ML=8/1)


JERICHO CALL - Last out, this one was in a race at Delaware in a race with a class figure of 68. Dropping considerably in class rating this time out puts him in a solid position in this race. Jock jumped on this gelding's back for the first time on Jul 19th. Should be in touch with the animal even better this race. Trying to get into the winner's circle for the first time moving from a grass race to the dirt. I think Rahim will have him fit for today's race.

Vulnerable Contenders: #6 WASCANA CREEK (ML=2/1), #7 TOCO BOY (ML=3/1), #3 STORMIN CONEJA (ML=4/1),

WASCANA CREEK - This colt hasn't had any recent favorable outcomes in short distance contests. Tough to bet on him in this event. The finish position of fourth in the last event shows me that this horse may be getting out of condition. TOCO BOY - This horse hasn't been hitting the board in either of his last couple of outings. When checking today's class figure, he will have to garner a better fig than last time out to be competitive in this dirt sprint. STORMIN CONEJA - In this type of situation, this vulnerable equine's inability to make up ground in the last event is definitely troubling.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:

Have to go with #4 JERICHO CALL on the win end if we get at least 1/1 odds

EXACTA WAGERS:
None

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
None

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Pass

Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Freehold Raceway

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 8 - Post: 2:50 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 81 - Purse:$3300 - NON-WINNERS $1,500 LAST 5 STARTS NON-WINNERS LAST 3 ALLOWED $500 HORSES THAT HAVE RACED FOR A PURSE OF $6,500 OR HIGHER LAST 2 STS INEL. AE: NON-WINNERS 3 EXTENDED PARI-MUTUEL RACES LIFE #6 ESPRIT DE KAYJAY A: ELIGIBLE@TIME OF ENTRY


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 6 ESPRIT DE KAYJAY A 9/5


# 4 PACIFIC ESCAPE 7/2


# 2 TRAVERS HALL 6/1


ESPRIT DE KAYJAY A definitely figures to be the entrant to beat today. This race may be controlled by this gelding. A single look at the avgerage speed rating will verify that. With a 85 avg class number, this harness racer has one of the top class advantages in the group of animals. Should be given a look based on the formidable speed rating earned in the most recent contest. PACIFIC ESCAPE - Getting a good feel about this gelding. Could surprise here. TRAVERS HALL - Post 2 has been winning at a better than expected statistic, suggesting good probability of success here. He has been battling competently and the TrackMaster SRs are among the most solid in the bunch.

Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Harrington Raceway

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Race 6 - Post: 6:55 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 74 - Purse:$6500 - NW 3 PM RACES OR 15,001 LIFETIME 5 YEAR OLDS & UNDER


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 3 BOTTEGA 4/1


# 1 SHARK ALERT 9/5


# 5 CASINO BAGS 6/1


BOTTEGA could be our best wagering option in this race. Take a look at this interesting entrant's average speed number of 76 and compare to today's class rating. Looks like a good wager. Certainly should be given a look based on the good speed rating recorded in the most recent competition. SHARK ALERT - The 1 hole sports a well above average win percentage at Harrington Raceway. Many selectors know speed is of the utmost importance. This race horse has credentials with a 76 avg rating. CASINO BAGS - With a tremendous driver, who has won at a formidable 24 percent rate the past month, this has to be one of the top selections. Unquestionably the class of the bunch with an average rating of 75. A nice pick.

Northfield: Thursday 9/4 Analysis
By Ken Walters

DRF HARNESS


Best Bet: OIL SLICKER (10th)

Spot Play: CIRO (12th)


Race 1

(1) ANOTHERROUNDOFDAVE has been showing signs of life in all recent. Draws the rail and there is no excuse. (2) LUCKEY REI has speed and should be forwardly placed throughout. (3) NOT AGAIN WOMAN draws inside for first time in a long while and can pick up a paycheck.

Race 2

(8) ALADY FOR SURE has speed enough to make the lead despite the post and has been banging at the door. (9) I NEED YOU has to clear early traffic to be involved and he should be able to do that. (1) NISIA was far back but finished well for second in last and may suck along again.

Race 3

(1) PINEFULLOFBOOTS won impressively in last and draws the rail. He has won two of his last three. (6) BLUEGUIDE VOLO closed with trot in last. (5) STENT was outkicked in last and second best.

Race 4

(2) FIXTHEDEFICIT was an impressive winner in last and faces much the same. (1) VODKAINDUCEDDREAMS has the rail and speed; sharp at the moment. (4) RENATA crushed from the pocket in last.

Race 5

(9) HARLEYHANKNJERRY crushed the same kind in last and should navigate early traffic for a good spot. (4) SHOOTFORTHESTARZZZ has been second best two of last three and should not be ignored. (3) UNLIMITED WINNER broke at the start in latest after two straight second-place finishes.

Race 6

(9) MYSTICAL SAM has been racing well since his return off short rest and need only get around early traffic, find cover and close these out in the lane. (5) MASTER LAD PRO has hit the board a few times, which is more than you can say about most of these. (4) TROTALOT was a beaten odds-on favorite in last. Needs to stay flat and he could atone for that effort.

Race 7

(1) SUNBURNED VERN tried the front two back and sat in last time. He draws the rail tonight and will not have a better chance. (9) BEACH CRISIS has been battling last few and should do so once more. (5) EXPRESSO FORTE is sharp enough to contend for a piece of this pie.

Race 8

(7) ROBIN DONTGET has shown some life last two out with latest being a very wide rally in the final turn; might be ready to spring an upset. (3) ANSWER THE BELL gets a narrow vote of confidence over (2) LIGHTNING LUCK to nab second while the latter will appreciate the post.

Race 9

(1) SHARP ACTION has the rail and takes a big drop in company. (3) BERLIN HALL will be tough if he stays on stride. (6) DREAM KID was a game second missing by only a neck in last coming overland and uncovered.

Race 10

(4) OIL SLICKER has the winning habit and will be tough to overtake. (1) SONICPEDIA has the pole and will have the chance to be a spoiler. (6) J F COOKIN has closed well all recent.

Race 11

(2) ROUNDING THIRD moves in and has faced better in recent days. (4) QUINTAL BAYAMA fits at the level. (8) MIZUNO has some late speed and could be along in time with proper trip.

Race 12

(6) CIRO has been tightened in last two and looks like an upset contender on best. (4) BUILDING WEALTH drops back to a more suitable level. (9) CONTESSA LEIGH takes another drop but has the second tier.

Race 13

(1) BENNS VICTORY won last, faces the same caliber of foes and draws the rail. (3) JAWORSKI loomed uncovered coming through the lane but weakened in last. Can get it done with a covered trip and late rush. (2) SOUTHWIND MAIZE has speed and should suck along as far as he can.

Race 14

(9) CYCLONE ASHORE is seeking third straight. Veteran has a winning attitude. (7) BLUE COLLAR RAIDER has been knocking at the door in all recent. (3) YOULL THINK OF ME was a beaten favorite two and three back, so do not ignore.

Race 15

(1) BOBBYS ON THE MOVE moves in, drops down and has speed. (2) TERROR OF THETRACK is a threat dropping down and drawing a good post. (3) LIGHTNINGINTHESKY had a chance in last but could not sustain the uncovered bid.

Mohawk: Thursday 9/4 Analysis
By Greg Gangle

DRF HARNESS


Race 4 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

Best Bet: MISSION BRIEF (3rd)

Spot Play: OK GODIVA (7th)


Race 1

(5) CLIMB HIGHER was put into the race last week by driver Anthony MacDonald and was rewarded with a victory in this same classification. (3) WINNING WIZARD will make his sixth start of the season for trainer Nifty Norman and has the credentials to go a big mile. (9) LEONARDO has posted back-to-back wins at Rideau Carleton and trainer John Macmillan has elected to bring his pupil to this circuit to try out his luck.

Race 2

(6) SPIRIT TO WIN will get the a lot of support in this dash as the young filly hasn't been worse than second in five career starts. (1) JOLENE JOLENE gets the rail to her advantage and has yet to miss the board from five career starts. (5) JUANITAS FURY proved she can compete with Grand Circuit fillies after finishing second in her division of the Champlain last week.

Race 3

(6) MISSION BRIEF is arguably the top rookie trotting filly this season after her terrific record this year and dominant win in the Merrie Annabelle final by over eight lengths in a world record-equaling performance of 1:52 2/5. (3) STUBBORN BELLE was terrific last week with her two-length victory in her division of the Champlain. (8) DANIELLE HALL sometimes doesn't get the respect in the odds department that she deserves. She has won each of her last three starts, while not being sent off as the favorite for Team Jamieson

Race 4

(9) HOPETOBEFIRST draws outside once again this week and the 6-year-old is due for another win this season. (1) THE BIG BITE gets the rail to his advantage this week and will make his second start for trainer Mitch Tierney. (7) GREYSTONE MOE is fresh off a win at Georgian Downs and has hit the board in two of his last three starts.

Race 5

(1) JUSTABIT MEAN has drawn a pair of outside post positions in each of her last two starts and now has been blessed with the rail, which will likely be taken advantage of by Jonathan Drury. (7) J HIGH finally got the monkey off her back last week as she enjoyed her first win of the season. (6) GRACEFUL MELODY probably has the quickest gate speed in this race and was a game third last week, beaten less than a length.

Race 6

(7) BODY TALK is overdue for his first win of the season for trainer/driver Rick Zeron. (3) KATE SMITH made an equipment change three starts ago as the filly raced barefoot and the results spoke for themselves. (2) KEYSTONE TREVOR has been racing very strong and consistently this season for trainer Mike Sinclair.

Race 7

(5) OK GODIVA gets a much better post position to work with this week along with Sylvain Filion back in the bike. (6) ARTISTIC FUSION was a winner in her most recent pari-mutuel effort on Aug. 21, but was scratched due to transportation from one week ago. (9) LIFE IS A BEACH disappointed as the favorite in each of her last two starts - both in this class. She will race on Lasix for the third week, comes from the Jeff Gillis barn and has been in the top four in each of her last two.

Race 8

(9) REVEREND HANOVER has been highly touted by his connections and appears ready for his first career start. (7) JOE HILL shows 1:52 3/5 speed taken last week as the Somebeachsomewhere youngster finished fourth for trainer Tony Alagna. (5) BALLYBUNION will begin in the middle of the gate in his first career start and the Mach Three colt qualified very strong on Aug. 29.

Race 9

(3) PROTEGE SEELSTER has been the picture of consistency this season for trainer Corey Johnson and driver Randy Waples. (2) GUNGA WIN draws inside and has a solid record this season as he moves onto this circuit. (5) INDIAN LAKE also moves onto this circuit and deserves to with his 2-2-0 record in his last four starts.

Race 10

(3) DANA DEAREST is currently second in the Ontario Sires Stakes Grassroots series with 153 points and has won back-to-back scores for Christoforou & Coleman. (2) PAID IN CASH is another logical option to include in the win column or to complete the exactor. (5) PALM BEACH HANOVER is fresh off a win in this class for trainer Dave Menary and driver Jody Jamieson.

Race 11

(1) VITAL SIGN looked like he was going to be a winner last week, but made a miscue down the stretch, which cost him the win. (3) P L GYRO draws inside this week for trainer Cal Campbell and has been racing very consistently in each of his last five or six starts. (8) WOGGY ROCKS got the job done last week in this class.

Yonkers: Thursday 9/4 Analysis
By Brewster Smith

DRF HARNESS


MEET STATS: 255 - 1009 / $1,616.40 BEST BETS: 20 - 84 / $92.10

Best Bet: ARTS BLAZE (3rd)

Spot Play: BO TOX HANOVER (7th)


Race 1

This might be a perfect spot for (1) DROVER to return to the winner's circle. (4) ROCKNROLL JEWEL should find these to his liking. (6) VENGANCE raced evenly in his previous trip.

Race 2

(4) STRIKER ACE put in a good try in his latest. Trotter can put his best foot forward and bring home all the bacon. (3) DREAMSTEELER has wheeled off five straight victories. (1) FLYHAWK THRILLER closed sharply last out upstate and got the job done.

Race 3

(5) ARTS BLAZE put in a mild rally in his last try. Ten-year-old can make tonight a winning one with the right trip. (4) GREYSTONE CASH rolled home to grab the victory last time out. (3) PICTONIAN PRIDE posted an easy score in his previous start.

Race 4

(2) NUTMEGS DESIRE comes off two sharp efforts in her recent trips. Pacing mare can take this at her best. (4) UPFRONTWHOSURLADY flashed some speed in her last try. (3) CAMPHOR HANOVER could land a share of the purse.

Race 5

(3) LIVE JAZZ has good tactical speed. Ready to pounce and score over this group. (6) RINGSIDE MUSCLE was sent down the road last out for all the glory. (1) PTS BOOMERANG needs to stay on gait to contend with these.

Race 6

(2) SCOOTS WEST closed well to grab the show spot in her recent trip to the post. There's a good chance she can get back on the winning grove tonight. (3) A AND GS DESIGN moves down in class; main danger. (1) INCREDIBLE GAMBLER has the rail and is on the drop-down; watch out.

Race 7

(2) BO TOX HANOVER showed good early zip from the 8-hole last time out. Pacing miss can get it done against these. (3) MIKELEH fits well in here but needs to revert to her 8-14 try. (4) FRONTIERPAN is not out of this.

Race 8

(3) LITTLE MISS HENRY put in an even finish in her last start upstate. Pacing mare has every right to get back to her winning form. (5) UP FRONT CRUISER has good speed and Brennan stays. (6) TEXAS CAVIAR was second best in her last one.

Race 9

(5) THISTHATNTHEOTHER showed signs of life in her last start. Could mow these down if the pace is hot enough. (2) MISTRESSTOTHESTARS beat lesser company at Freehold last time out. (7) STORMUNN has good speed. Can't be counted out of this.

Race 10

(2) JW RACER has been good in his last two trips. Gelding can boss these down the road. (4) MY LAST CHANCE is clearly knocking at the door and good to see Brennan at the helm; threat. (6) SAMS TREAUSRE got the job done last time out via the pocket route.

Race 11

(5) SEAGRAM has done his best racing at Yonkers. So with that said, this gelding can get back to his winning ways. (1) ANTHONYSKYWALKER has fine speed and will be right in the mix. (4) WORTH THE MONEY AS is a Philly invader coming off an easy win last out.

Race 12

(4) SUMMER SNOW gets class relief and she could flash speed; gets the call. (2) SEA CRUISE HANOVER leaves the eight slot for the 2-hole; big threat. (1) CAVIART CARA should fare well from the fence.

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