RACE 1 – (8) ROCK DIAMONDS N goes for SEVEN in a row and despite drawing Post 8 again, he’s fortunate to
not have much speed just to his inside (allowing him a nice angle to move over towards the lead) – despite racing for
$30K a week nobody ever dips in to claim him, and there’s definitely a solid chance he can keep the streak alive
tonight. (2) MACH N CHEESE raced much better last week in his 2nd start off the trainer change – worth using in
the exotics tonight. (3) DP REALORDEAL held well for 4th after a tough first over try last week – the better his
journey tonight, the bigger the piece he can take home. (1) CENTURY ENDEAVOR is a bit on the cheaper side but
he has speed from the pole, and may be able to tow along for a decent chunk of this. (4) ADAM CROCKER A
wasn’t at his best last week but picked up a 2nd and a 3rd the prior 2 starts – he’s another that will probably race as
well as his trip allows. (7) MICKY GEE N hit board in 5 straight but all from inside posts – may have trouble here
as he’ll likely be trying to rally from last. (6) QUALITY BUD had pace finishing last time but is another that may be
coming from too far back to threaten tonight. (5) CAVIART SARGENT hasn’t been a player in his last few starts.
RACE 2 – (8) FREQUENT IMAGE just missed from Post 8 two back in his YR return (and rejoining his favorite
barn) – he was a clear front end winner in his last and seems capable of taking another, even up in class (and once
again, from Post 8)! (1) SLING SHOCK is a solid player at this level and likely looking at a good trip tonight – may
get to sit a pocket, and have his chance in the lane. (4) CARABAO A has been a disappointment since arriving in
the U.S., and is still looking for his first win in the country – he did finish very alertly last time, and could be worth a
look tonight IF the price is good enough. (5) DELIGHTFUL TERROR was off 8+ months to his last but turned in a
very respectable try for 4th – could be tighter now, and does have a chance to land somewhere in the exotics. (3) AL
EX TYE has been unpredictable all year but has turned in some nice tries at big prices – willing to include on the
bottom of exotics. (2) COXCOMB arrives from DE/PA and just feels a bit on the cheaper side – prefer to just watch,
for now. (6) VIVA LAS VEGAS has been away for 3 weeks and gets a tough draw – leaning towards others. (7) MA
RLBANK ROAD drops another win off his card after tonight – we’ll start looking for him at lower levels soon.
RACE 3 – Tough race: (5) FREESTARFLIGHT shipped in off a win at Harrington and couldn’t have raced any
better here at Yonkers, pulling first over into the fastest part of the mile and still outbattling her only rival as the pair
left the others in the dust– steps up a notch, but may be able to beat these better ones too. (2) NIKASA N also
arrives from Delaware and lands in a barn that has stepped up a couple of these types significantly – has to be
respected, even with her 1 for 19 record this year. (1) DREAM DANCING was re-claimed by a barn she’s done well
for and draws the pole – she also was terrible in her last start, so there’s definitely mixed feelings about her chances
for tonight. (3) IDEAL COVER is another fresh face that has been facing cheaper out of town – she does land in a
top barn, and did hold her own with better (in Ohio) not long ago – possibility. (4) UNITY has won 2 straight and 3
of her last 4, but facing the 20s – she tries her luck vs. the 25s tonight, and we’ll see if she’s sharp enough to take
these on too. (8) NUTTINBUTHEBEST has been on the decline in general, but did throw in a decent effort last
week off the claim – might be giving her more consideration if not for the awful draw. (7) SAUBLE DELIGHTFUL
won three in a row not too long ago but that was when her barn was a lot hotter – she’s leveled off, and tonight’s
draw won’t help. (6) ROLL WITH SHORTY moves up after easily handling the 20s last time – may be in too tough.
RACE 4 – (4) DUNKIN avoided any of his gate issues the last 2 weeks and turned in a pair of excellent miles,
flying home to be right there from a seemingly impossible spot 2 back, and delivering a hard used victory last week
– he avoids getting assigned an outside post tonight, and has to be given the edge...assuming he continues to behave
behind the starting gate! (1) BIRTHDAY was outmuscled late last week after a tough first over trip but still raced
well – looking at an easier trip tonight, and that could put him right there at the end. (5) COMBUSTION paced a big
final 3/8ths to be right there 4th in his YR debut and was a solid 2nd last week, though unable to run down #4 to the
wire – a live trip puts him right into the mix once more. (7) VENTURESOME ARDEN N has been very good for a
long time, and comes into this riding a 3 race winning streak – he gets assigned Post 7, however, and will probably
need some major trip luck to be able to get it done from out here. (2) LAYTON HANOVER shipped back in sharp
from DE and almost was able to steal one last week, after Kakaley got him over the half in :57.2 – probably looking
at a tougher trip tonight, however. (3) VICI has put together a strong, consistent season and gave it a good speed try
in a solid field last week – probably looking at a smaller piece against these, though. (6) PLEASELETMEKNOW
has enjoyed his share of success against these and is only listed on the bottom because of the draw.
RACE 5 – (2) ROLLING WITH SAM has put together a couple of good form sprees this year and is in the midst of
one right now – he’s been right there every week despite being first over almost ever start, and feels like he may just
be a good trip away from a victory – good value play. (3) BILL HALEY N certainly hasn’t been a prolific winner
the past couple of years but he’s sharp right now, and has a good amount of black class – could have a big say
tonight. (1) STRENGTHFROMABOVE disappointed in a couple of recent starts but was much better last week,
pushing THIS IS THE PLAN to his limits before coming up a head shy – could be a threat here if he can build a bit
off that mile. (6) BUGABOO LOU was handled aggressively last time (off the layoff) and came up short – eligible
to be tighter now, but may also end up overbet. (7) HUNTERS HERO also came up a little short off a bad date last
time but tonight’s draw isn’t going to help his cause – maybe if the price gets juicy enough? (4) LEVINE took 3
weeks off after a dull try last start – he’s raced well for most of the year, but still seeking his first victory of the
season – maybe a minor share? (5) SARANAC BLUE CHIP can throw a big mile but usually against an easier field,
(8) GRE AT SOMEWHERE best work is on/near the lead and he doesn’t figure to be able to get there from this spot.
RACE 6 – (4) CHRCHVIEWCAMLOT IR is now 3 for 3 in the U.S. and that includes a very impressive victory
here at Yonkers – it doesn’t seem like we’ve seen his bottom yet, and he deserves top billing as he seeks to make it 4
for 4. (8) ENDOFSTORY was a 7 hole winner 3 back then followed that up with a pair of excellent 2nd place
finishes – can have a big say, even from Post 8. (3) SINBAD N showed a new dimension by using gate speed last
week and turned in a very game mile to be a close 3rd (right behind #8) – can be a player here too. (6) MIDNIGHT
NATION has been in fine form for weeks and did a nice job finishing a close 3rd last week taking on (classy) older
horses – tough draw, but still in play for a share. (7) LOVERS TROUBLE has raced very well since arriving at his
new barn, winning 3 of 5 starts (including a local score) – he\’s missed 3 weeks and draws poorly, however, and that
may leave him looking at only some minor spoils this time. (5) CRAZY WORLD was sharper in his 2nd start off the
barn change, and may continue to improve – he does seem a little below a few of the main players, however. (1) BE
GGIN FOR BACON doubled his career win total last week and is now 2 for 30 – faces a much tougher field now,
and may struggle a bit. (2) HUGH HESTON is off to a slow start in 2024 and has missed 3 weeks.
RACE 7 – (1) RACING RAMPAGE showed plenty of ability at 2 and 3 in Ohio so it’s no surprise to see him thrive
here at Yonkers, after joining our new leading barn – he looks to make it 4 in a row tonight, and he’s the one they’ll
have to catch and beat. (3) TWIN B HEART THROB is capable of big miles and besides a recent victory, he has a
trio of close 2nds to some pretty nice horses – should be able to have a big say tonight. (2) IGNATIUS A has done
good work in all 3 starts since arriving from Freehold – a good trip (from this good post) could land him in the
exotics once again. (4) EVER HOPING A has done well before here at Yonkers, winning 2 of his 6 starts – gets
Bartlett tonight (first time), and may be able to add some value to the exotics. (6) ROCKIN N TALKIN was
excellent in his first local try, grabbing the pocket to #1 and staying on very nicely for 2nd (for his new barn) –
clearly capable, but will need to find a way to deal with the tough draw. (5) VENIER HANOVER is good right now,
and is another that will need a good trip to have success in here. (7) ITALIAN LAD N arrived sharp from Monti and
has stayed that way – may be too far back to have much impact tonight, however. (8) YOROKOBI N is another
that’s more than capable, but will be coming from well out of it.
RACE 8 – (4) LLOYDS LOVE found herself in the first manageable spot since the claim last week and knew just
what to do with it – no reason she can’t take another after drawing Post 4 again. (1) CALLMEQUEENBEE A was
well backed last week, landed on a perfect trip but had to settle for 2nd best – was reclaimed that night, and should be
able to grab another big chunk tonight. (7) VILLAGE JADE weakened in NJ last start but her previous 2 local
efforts were excellent– terrible draw, but that 12-1 ML price does make her worth using in exotics (2) BADDITUDE
had a good start from Post 8 last week but was unable to generate a 2nd move – maybe he can finish a little better
tonight starting from the inside? (5) HEAVENS SHOWGIRL A picked up a 2nd and a 3rd in her last pair but wasn’t
particularly sharp in either mile – will need to be a bit better to grab another board spot tonight. (6) KICKUPYAHEE
LS N just feels like she’s off her game right now and draws poorly returning to YR. (3) LINE EM UP just seems
more comfortable vs. easier these days.
RACE 9 – (1) HP XANADU was off almost 9 months before her last start but she paced a solid final half in what
should serve as an excellent tightener – figures to be all systems go after drawing the pole for tonight. (5) LARJON
LEAH has been razor sharp, and that includes last week’s tough loss to the invading FREESTARFLIGHT – she goes
for a new barn tonight, but will be a major threat if she just maintains her current form. (3) PROVE EM WRONG
was handled conservatively last week off the bad date/barn change and really wasn’t far back at the end – could be
primed for a better effort this week, with a chance to land somewhere on the ticket. (4) PRINCESS ARONA has
been a bit unreliable lately but she rallied nicely for 3rd last week and a similar effort could help her bring home
another good slice tonight. (8) JUST ROSAS LUCK has been terrific since dropping to 20s five starts back but she
goes for a new barn tonight (after just racing in a pair of high % outfits) and has to deal with Post 8 as well – we’ll
see if she’s able to maintain that recent form. (7) BETTOR B SAWYER gave it an aggressive try last week but
weakened once they turned for home – guessing she’ll be handled more conservatively tonight. (2) KATHYS MOM
ENT picked up some easy-trip pieces not long ago but seems to have fallen off form in her last few. (6) BETTORSH
IGHLIGHT N probably needs a better draw to be a player against these.
RACE 10 – (2) NO WIN NO FEED clearly had some issue when she backed through the field badly on 6/21, but
she bounced back less than 2 weeks later finishing 2nd best to a razor sharp winner – wouldn’t bet the rent money on
her tonight (at a very short price), but almost any of her miles this year would likely be good enough to beat these.
(3) BIG BIG PLANS added Lasix last week after a disappointing try the start before but never did get involved
(after drawing Post 8) – moves inside, and we’ll look for her to come up with a much better effort tonight. (4) MISS
CHANTILLY N came up 2nd best to a currently sharp rival after cutting the mile last week – she has a good local
history, feels like a good fit with this bunch, and could be part of the equation. (1) SPORTS FLIX benefited from an
inside trip last week but did finish – may be able to land somewhere on the ticket tonight starting from the pole. (5)
ON THE MONEY GB has struggled at this level in the past but she’s stepping up razor sharp and MAY be able to
hold her own a lot better this time – still leaning towards others, though. (7) GINGER TREE LIZ was terrific here 2
years ago but tailed quite a bit in 2023, and hasn’t done much better (so far) in 2024 – tough spot for her YR return.
(6) PARADISE ROCK L hasn’t been “bad”, but hasn’t been on top of her game either – tough draw.
RACE 11 – (1) THE GOOD DOCTOR shipped in off a lifetime best 1:50.1 Chester jogburger and scored as the
odds on choice in a very swift 1:51.2 mile – he’s missed three weeks, but it’s unlikely that his top-shelf barn would
be sending him out short – figures to be a very short priced winner. (2) ICACO HANOVER would have been the
heavy favorite against these but now will likely be the clear 2nd choice...and very possibly complete a very short
exacta. (7) OHOKA LE BRON N is still somewhat of a work in progress but he does have ability – if there’s one
longshot with a chance of adding some value to the exotics, it would probably be him. (3) FIREARM lost to a horse
that never wins last week, but that’s probably why THIS guy is 1 for 21 – he is good at grabbing pieces, though. (4)
AYR BALMORAL GB has won here in the past and was an okay 3rd last week – eligible to pick up a 3rd/4th here. (8)
TUA MANY CAPTAINS won $173K at 2 but has started off his 3YO campaign at 8-0-0-0...he did just qualify
nicely after a barn change, but still figures to be handled pretty conservatively after landing Post 8. (5) FANTOME
EN JOIE has missed a month after a pair of no factor efforts – good week to just observe. (6) FUN MUNKY is 1 for
45 and seems overmatched for his first local try of the year.
RACE 12 – (1) TYRA MAKES BANK now has 3 wins and 3 seconds in her 6 starts since arriving at Yonkers,
meets no scary new faces tonight and will be the heavy favorite to take these wire to wire – she’s not a “cinch”, but
clearly the road to the winner’s circle goes through her. (5) TERACITA had gone off form for a while – she showed
some life 3 back then followed that up with a powerful victory in her next – she was sent off as the prohibitive
choice in her last but reverted quickly to her lesser form, a disappointing 4th – she has a chance tonight IF she can
find that “A Game” again. (7) BEAUTY OF THE SEA may very well be a good fit here but she draws poorly after
being scratched sick from her last – insist on a big price if looking to take a stab with her. (2) PHELGON is 0 for 12
at YR but does have some recent wins out of town – she MAY end up sitting a pocket behind #1, and that would at
least give her a chance as they turn for home. (3) DANDYS SHOWTIME is inconsistent at best, and just 1 for 15 at
Yonkers this year – still, her best effort would at least give her a chance. (6) SHOTGUN PERSUASION has been
gradually regressing after a pair of sharp June starts (right after the barn change) – maybe can get a look if her price
drifts up high enough. (4) TARGARYEN EMPRESS had a few good starts here earlier this year but seems well off
that form right now. (8) CANNERY ROW doesn’t seem nearly sharp enough to overcome the draw.