RACE 1 - (3) ALLGONOWHOA was probably a bit overmatched in the 30s but should benefit from the
drop to 25s - will still need the trip to go his way for a chance to beat these, but he'll be a good price and
this definitely feels like a pretty wide open affair. (5) ITSGOODTOBEDAKING was outkicked in the
stretch last week and settled for 3rd, but the top two finishers are sharp right now - very logical player in
this field. (2) SOUTHWIND ONYX is another getting a meaningful drop to 25s - draws inside, and the
right trip should put him close at the wire. (1) MY MIND IS MADEUP moves to a new (hot) barn, draws
the pole and deserves plenty of respect - before falling in love with him, note that he's just 1 for 36 at YR
over the past 3 years, and be careful about taking any kind of short price. (4) SEAFARER has been "ok" in
a couple of starts since shipping in - maybe he'll perk up a bit more with Stratton at the lines? (7) SWAGAS
AURUSREX has been pretty good since the recent claim - terrible spot tonight, but not a bad bomb for 3rd.
(6) THEREISAPACEFORUS landed on a miracle trip last week and was able to cash in - not sure the bump
up to 25s is really merited, however. (8) KEPT UNDER WRAPS' only recent win was vs. 20s, off a perfect
two hole trip - wait for a better spot.
RACE 2 - (4) COMMANDER CATHY N enjoyed a solid 2021 season in NZ, even trying Group 1
competition in June - lands in a top outfit upon arrival in the U.S., and we'll roll the dice that she'll be ready
for her first stateside start. (8) ITTY BITTY is 2 for 2 since arriving from "The Aces", and looked good
both times for her new barn - could be looking at a much tougher trip from Post 8, however, so don't fall in
love if the price is too short. (5) IDEAL HANNAH is just 1 for 33 at Yonkers but almost was a winner last
week in her first start off the (big) barn change - have to include her in exotics tonight. (1) ALUMNI
SEELSTER never really thrived in her last barn up in Canada but was doing well for her connections prior
to that - lands in one of the top barns in the nation now, draws the pole, but she only has one start in almost
6 weeks- perhaps the tote board can offer some clues? (7) DASHINTOTHEBEACH was a very game
winner 2 back, and 2nd best to a sharp one in last - fits very well here, but it may come down to how hard a
trip she lands on from Post 7. (2) CATIE FAYE HANOVER seems a notch below the main players in here
but is good enough to grab a small piece with the right trip. (6) MOSSDALE LOTTEE N showed lost of
promise here last spring but was scratched sick on 6/16, then missed 5 months - broke on the final turn in
her comeback start, so we'll just be observers for tonight. (3) PENNY GIRL is racing well up at Monti, but
will have to prove that she can bang heads with these as well.
RACE 3 - (2) TIDQUIST missed an entire year, but won his return qualifier, then came up 2nd best in an
Amateur event - should be tight now, gets Dube on board, and has done some damage here in the past -
worth a play tonight. (3) PRESIDENTE ZETTE's last try at this level (8/18) resulted in a 2nd place finish
behind On Higher Ground (who beat the $50K claimers last week)- been facing better or racing in Amateur
events since then, but figures to perk up back at this bottom level - possibility. (4) MAJESTIC MARVEL
made a break on the final turn shipping in from Pocono last week and that's something he's prone to - he
also has enough ability to beat these IF he behaves, so just make sure to get a decent price if looking to use
him here. (1) P C FOREIGN AFFAIR was a very good 2nd here two stars back and has gone some good
miles in the past - doesn't win very often, however, so probably one that should be used underneath. (6)
THANKS FOR LEAVING was out the entire mile the last 2 starts and figures to be handled more patiently
tonight - maybe can rally for a small share? (5) LINCOLN TUNNEL is 5-0-0-0 at Yonkers and just hasn't
clicked here since arriving from Canada. (7) BINGO QUEEN is really struggling, and now has to contend
with Post 7 - wait for a (much) better spot before considering.
RACE 4 - (6) LARJON LEAH races differently almost every start, but her "best efforts" would give her a
good chance to beat these - at 9-1 ML, it's worth a shot that the good version shows up tonight. (2) FOX
VALLEY CHARLIZ was a little flat at the end when 4th here on 11/10 but she made up ground just to get
into contention - may end up with a pretty good trip from this spot, and that could make her a legitimate
threat to rally by late. (1) J ROCKIN B really hit the skids in her last 3 starts, dropping from the 50s, to the
20s, and then to the 15s....where she was claimed last week - she does move to a barn that is notorious for
quick (and significant) turnarounds with fresh stock, so it would be no surprise to see this mare suddenly
find her form tonight. (4) FREE EXCHANGE has been a model of consistency lately, finishing 1st or 2nd
in 6 straight starts - she's facing a bit better, though, and may end up with a little smaller share this time. (3)
SEA OF LOVE BC moves out of NW4 to face older mares tonight, and it's hard to say just how well she'll
fit - maybe consider for a minor piece? (7) PETTYCOAT BUSINESS gave her fans a scare last week when
she started to really tire late, and just survived at 2/5 - moves up in class, draws outside, and will need to be
better if she wants to be a serious player tonight. (5) VELOCITY MCSWEETS has just been getting pieces,
with lesser - probably in a bit too tough here. (8) BULLVILLEKARLA was gaining late on #7 last week
and almost pulled off the upset - may struggle to get involved from out here, though.
RACE 5 - (4) YANKS DUGOUT was the strong selection when he was scratched here on 11/10 (he was
super in his previous start, trotting home strong despite being out near the parking lot on the final turn) --
not quite AS confident now (because of the scratch), but still making him the top pick. (3) BRIDGE
WORKS has been a solid performer recently at the top level at Stga. and should be an excellent fit with
these - absolutely belongs on your tickets. (1) MUFASAAS can be a little in-and-out, but he fits perfectly
with these, and can be right there IF he shows up in the right mood. (2) LIFETIME ROYALTY is sharp
right now as he continues to climb the class ladder - draws inside, and should be included in exotics. (7)
LADY JETER had to work hard to put away DCS ANNA last week but was still able to dig in late to
preserve the win - she can handle tonight's class jump, but it's Post 7 that may slow her down a bit. (6)
YANKEE GIRLFRIEND is 0 for 11 at YR (5X 2nd/3rd), but she moves to a new barn and MAY improve -
tough spot here, and will probably just watch, for now. (5) TORKIL doesn't seem to be clicking right now -
wait for better signs. (8) PETERS EXPRESS needs a much easier spot to be any kind of serious player.
RACE 6 - (4) NEVER NOT DANCING wasn't bad two back when she rallied a bit for 3rd, then put in a
decent first over bid last week before weakening just a bit (finishing a close 3rd) - seems to be improving,
and may have landed in a field where she can pick up her first Hilltop victory. (1) BUMP IN THE ROAD
was able to use an easy trip to pick up 2nd last week behind the runaway winner - it was her first start in
almost 2 months, and she's eligible to be tighter tonight - legitimate threat from the pole. (5) MARCED
DEBUTANTE was no good in either local try but did look better in her last couple at Chester - may be
ready to be a serious player here, but she also figures to be overbet tonight. (8) TIME TO IMAGINE has
shown some pace at different points of the mile in her 4 local starts - will need a lot to go her way from out
here, but she's a decent one to consider for longshot fans. (2) CANDY PAINT found a weak field at Stga.
last week and was able to grab the win - we'll see if she gained enough confidence up there to help her hang
with these tougher ones tonight. (6) ROLL WITH SHORTY is just 1 for 27 and gets stuck outside - minor
piece only. (7) LOVELY LADY MAY debuts for a new barn after starting her career at 1 for 29 out of town
- we'll pass (and watch) tonight. (3) ALDREZDUP NOWRTGO was sent off at 66-1 for her local debut and
made a break - another on the "observe only" list right now.
RACE 7 - (5) HAT TRICK MARLEAU is just 1 for 28 in Canada this year ($13K) but that didn't stop
Gingras from dipping in for $32K to purchase him at Harrisburg - if Yannick likes him so much, maybe we
should too? (2) TONY SOPRANO is a good fit with these and obviously gets a pass for his Last (parked
the mile from Post 8) - should be a very live player. (6) BRILLIANT BOB probably has more lesser tries
than good ones, but this is a soft enough spot where he can do some damage - decent value horse for
exotics. (4) MISS YOU KELLY drops down to the bottom level and that's where she's capable of being a
player - eligible to perk up against this bunch. (1) WATKINS gets closer to his mandatory retirement and is
running out of chances to grab at least one more win on the way out - not sure he's sharp enough right now
to contend for the top prize...even from the pole. (7) ZOOMING lands all the way outside and the 13YO
may find himself unable to get in play from out here - much trip luck will be needed for him to be a player
tonight. (3) TORREY PINES just hasn't clicked at all in his 3 starts since the barn change.
RACE 8 - Very tough race! (7) ROCK N TONY drops back down to the level of the most recent claim and
although he draws Post 7, he can probably leave for a good spot here....and that would make him a player -
should be a decent price. (6) GINGER TREE PETE drops to an easier level but really didn't look all that
good last week - if he's on his best game tonight, he can be a threat. (3) HASH TAG SWAG moves to a hot
barn and is a very reliable player in 25s to 30s -- be careful if he's overbet, though, as he's just 1 for 14 at
YR this year. (2) MCNULTY Z TAM is very good right now but bumps up another notch off last week's
win and he's unproven at this level - may be sharp enough to continue to do damage for his new barn. (5)
ZIGGY SKY may be ignored taking what seems to be a big class jump...but he's gone some good miles
lately, and isn't a bad bomb for the bottom of exotics. (1) MY DELIGHT would look a lot better one (or
two) levels down, but he picked up a 3rd from a similar spot last week, and there's at least a chance he can
do the same tonight. (4) AWESOMENESS just hasn't been much of a threat lately - needs to up his game a
bit. (8) KASEY JOHN N was unable to get in play from a similar spot last week.
RACE 9 - (5) ON HIGHER GROUND was an impressive "brush and crush" winner at Chester 2 back then
was even more impressive beating this class here last week, just exploding from the top of the lane to blow
on by with ease - willing to stick with him as he looks for his 3rd in a row. (4) VAINQUEUR R P NO was a
big earner in Europe but has struggled to get on any kind of a roll since coming to the U.S. last year - he has
some really sharp recent lines sprinkled into his form in Ohio, and he joins a very sharp for his east coast
return - possibility, for sure. (7) STICK WITH ME KID was too far back to do any real damage last week
but he can hang with these with a decent enough trip - if Bongiorno can hustle him away to a good start, he
can take home a good chunk of this. (8) MAGIC VACATION isn't on his best game and lands the worst
post - wouldn't be shocked to see him wake up in this softer spot, but he's still more likely to take home a
smaller piece, than a bigger one. (2) HOMER HALL has lacked any consistency in his game but he draws
well enough to contend for a piece...IF he shows up with one of his better efforts. (1) BLENHEIM was very
good for quite a while but then made breaks in 4 straight starts (incl. qualifiers) - finally behaved in last, so
we'll see if he can survive tonight without any miscues. (6) BIG BAD SWAN has been able to behave since
adding the trotting hopples but this level may be a bit out of his comfort zone. (3) BANK BOX
TREASURE rallied by much cheaper last week but would be a surprise against these.
RACE 10 - (8) I GET THAT was loaded with pace while blocked 2 back, then was a very solid best to the
currently razor sharp Bevans Cullen N in his last - won't be easy to get it done from out here, but he's worth
a play as long as the price is decent. (1) LIFEWITHJOHN was a close 3rd from a similar spot 4 starts back
then landed 3 outside posts after that - should be a close up player from start to finish. (3) DING DING
DINGER drops from 40s to 25s while also getting some post relief - it's reasonable to expect a much better
effort in his 2nd Yonkers start. (2) SHOREVIEW raced ok in his last couple and the good draw puts him in
play to take home a piece of this - ok to use underneath in exotics. (6) JACKAMINO would look better in a
bit cheaper, but seems good enough right now for a chance at a small piece...with some trip luck. (5) MIST
ER SPOT A is just 1 for 22 at Yonkers this year, and probably needs to be in a little easier to be a more
serious threat - minor share only. (4) TITANIUM N isn't bad right now, but probably needs to be in easier
to be a player. (7) NIALL HANOVER picked up a 3rd last week well up in class but was helped by a good
post, and easy trip - doesn't figure to be as fortunate tonight.
RACE 11 - (1) THEBEACHISCALLING won both of her local starts before finishing a solid 4th in The
Matron, pacing in 1:50 and not too far behind Test Of Faith - will be the heavy favorite to improve her local
slate to 3 for 3. (2) LINE EM UP was caught behind a tired one last week and lost all chance before coming
back on late to be close to the others - maybe can complete the exacta. (3) HEAVENISSOFARAW AY won
her local debut 3 starts back, then picked up a pair of 4ths - definitely a chance to land somewhere in the
exotics tonight. (6) TIAMOGONEDANCEN was a little steppy early last week but did settle down, then
put in a good first over try to be a close 2nd - hard NOT to include her in exotics at that 15-1 ML price (4)
TENTHOUSAND ANGELS may have leveled off a bit in her last few but is still a weekly player in this
class - live trip puts her in play for a piece of this. (7) CHUPPAH ON dropped in for the $50K tag last week
and was scooped up by her current connections - have a feeling she can race well here despite the post, but
note that she's 6-0-0-0 here at Yonkers. (8) MARSALA HANOVER has earned nearly $400K at 2 and 3
and obviously has the ability to be a threat here - tough post may leave her waiting for a better spot,
however. (5) ROLL ON MAMA is just 10-0-0-1 here this year - sticking with others.
RACE 12 - (6) EVA DAIRPET FR broke before the start upon arrival from Hoosier but behaved in her
next, effortlessly circling the spent leaders at 3/4s and drawing off as she pleased - faces tougher now, but
has more than enough back class to take another...assuming she continues to behave. (3) KANDY SWEET
came up a little short last week but was racing off a bad date - eligible to be sharper now, and that could
make her a very live threat. (2) BROWNIE moves back inside after a couple of bad posts and should be
able to make some noise in here. (5) FASHION FOREVER is a decent fit here - may be able to rally late to
grab a piece of this. (1) MAKING SPARKS is 0 for 16 at Yonkers and moving up in class - he does draw
well, and has a few good current efforts - maybe 3rd/4th? (4) SEVEN KNIGHTS was a "meh" 3rd last
week, and needs to be sharper if he hopes to contend for a decent piece of this. (7) SHOWMEYOURGUNS
just hasn't been sharp in some time...and now lands Post 7. (8) DA BOOGIE MAN shows a pair of breaks
and a weak pocket try in his last 3 starts - Post 8 probably isn't the remedy to what ails him!