RACE 1 – (6) ATRACHEROUS A was a big “go” vs. much better off the barn change last week but got really
roughed up trying for the lead and tired badly – in MUCH easier now, looking at a much kinder trip, and deserves a
chance to redeem herself. (1) GAME OF SHADOWS qualified nicely after a couple of months off but landed on a
no chance trip in her first start back – could have a nigger impact tonight with the trail draw. (2) LADY NEWTON
got sharp for a few starts not too long ago but is harder to read right now – may be able to rally for a share with an
easy trip. (4) MACHS LEGACY A was hurt a bit by poor cover last week but never passed that poor cover in the
lane – she was off a bad date that night, so we’ll see if she’s a little sharper this time around. (5) SUNBURNT has
been stuck on minor pieces since returning from the layoff – may be looking at a similar result for tonight. (8) MILL
WOOD BONNIE N wasn’t any good 2 back, and really was no good last week, even though 3rd – would need to be
a lot better for any chance from out here. Both (3) FANSBABY and (7) BROOKVIEW EASY look overmatched.
RACE 2 – Tough race! (7) IDEAL COVER has enjoyed a terrific year but did start to tail a bit for a few starts – she
perked back up with a better effort 2 back, then built off that with an easy win at The Swamp last week – as long as
the price is decent she may be worth a look, even from out here. (4) MC ANGEL was scary for a long stretch this
year then really unraveled – she shipped over to Pocono last week and despite racing off over a month, she was able
to beat (cheaper) -maybe it was a sign that she’s ready to turn things around again? (3) WOODMERE HARRIET
was one of the barn’s many winners since last week and like several of her stablemates, just seemed to sprout wings
last start – normally wouldn’t get a look against these but a repeat of last weeks (outstanding) effort could make her
a threat here too. (1) CALLMEQUEENBEE A went a sharp try last week but was simply no match for #3’s stretch
explosion – no reason she can’t be back in the mix tonight. (8) VILLAGE JADE has some good miles against better
than these but she gets a horrible draw and may struggle to get involved – demand a big price if considering on top.
(2) UNITY was caught in a shuffle last week then finished ok after shaking loose – maybe a minor share? (6) HALL
ELUJAH HANOVER is more than capable with these but took no $$ last week and had no offer – maybe a check of
the tote board is in order? (5) FORTUNADA doesn’t have the greatest YR record – leaning towards others.
RACE 3 – (3) PEMBROKE SOUTHIE had hit a bit of a rough patch but added Lasix for her last and came up with
a BIG first over victory (another of the barn’s successes last week) – faces a bit better field tonight, but can handle
these too if as good as last week. (4) RAPTORS WON was sharp from tough spots in her first 2 starts after arriving
from Canada – she was heavily backed last week, handled aggressively (as expected), but simply worn into
submission by #3 – the price will be much better tonight if you want to stick with her. (5) TWIN B SUNKISSED
was sent off favored last week, quarter moved to command but fell apart before they turned for home – she’s capable
of much better, and is another that will be a much better price for those inclined to give her another chance. (6)
TRUE BLUE HANOVER had definitely tailed off a bit recently but did perk up to win last week, when handled
aggressively – would have liked her chances here a bit more if not for the tough draw (up in class). (1) PARADISE
ROCK L enjoyed a live trip last week (following #3) and might have been 2nd had she not drifted a bit to the wire –
chance for a piece here too, with another good trip. (2) LOOKOVERYOUR landed in a bad spot last week and
deserves a pass...but she may need to be in a little easier, regardless. (7) CELCIUS is always good for some late
pace but may be coming from too far back tonight to make much of a dent. (8) FAVORITE BEACH trailed all the
way from a similar spot last week.
RACE 4 – (2) VIBRANCE was in an impossible spot last week but was still full of pace when she came through the
wire – she’s gone some big miles this year (against some pretty good mares) and may be able to pull off the mild
upset here. (1) SWEET GAL is a 3YO filly taking on some older foes but she has no shortage of ability, and was an
easier winner last week than her line might suggest – the rail draw is a big help, and she figures to be a strong player
from start to finish. (3) TWO PISTOL ANNIE has raced well in all six starts since shipping in from Minnesota, and
should land on a decent trip tonight – very playable in exotics. (8) PASTA DELIGHT finished right behind #1 last
week after winning her first 2 local starts – she’s another 3YO filly in here, and it’s hard to know how aggressive
she’ll be after drawing all the way outside – perhaps the tote board will offer some clues? (4) BLOOD MOON A
never got into the hunt last week but she’s raced well here a bunch of times – another good one to use underneath.
(7) CHARMING VIXEN was taking a big step up last week but still finished full of pace to be a close 3rd – maybe a
good bomb for 3rd/4th? (6) WASTED ON YOU gets a pass for her local debut (parked from Post 8) but really had
only mild pace last week after shaking free of a shuffle – tough draw tonight. (5) AMBUSHED has a couple of
recent PcD wins over lesser, but may need to be in a little easier over here.
RACE 5 – (1) AQUARIUS FACE S toured the oval (in NJ) from Post 10 in his U.S. debut – was well backed here
for his next start, but after finally going wide around terrible cover on the final turn, he made a costly break as he
was starting to rally – catches a pretty blank field tonight, and we’ll give him another chance. (4) MUSICAL RIDE
is hard to gauge off his Canadian form but he’s listed at 20-1 ML for a barn that always seems to do well with these
types – worth a look? (5) SOUTHWIND ARTURO had a great 2023 season but not too many bright spots in ’24 –
he does seem to have sharpened in his last couple at PcD, and this is certainly a field where he would be very
comfortable...hard to take a short price on top, though. (3) MYCROWNMYKINGDOM looked good winning from
Post 7 in an amateur race 2 back but then never really fired in the lane last week off a very nice trip– small piece. (6)
FIX A DRINK folded badly upon arrival from Stga. then broke in his next – he was much better last week, though,
leaving to grab a trip then holding 3rd to the end – we’ll see if he can build off that improved try. (2) P L OSCAR
adds hopples tonight after making a break trying for the lead last week – would need a pretty good price to try him
on top right now. (8) THE LAST CHAPTER was able to hang on for the win last week despite trotting a final qtr. in
:30.3 – he’ll need to be a lot better (especially from Post 8!) to be a big threat tonight. (7) BAR COINS has been
struggling for a long time – waiting for some better signs before considering.
RACE 6 – (2) RODEO HILL had an awful trip last week but was still full of trot coming through the wire – he gets
major post relief, Bartlett stays on board, and he could be in a spot to pick up his first local victory. (4) KEYSTONE
APACHE ships in sharp from PA and NJ, and last week’s victory gave rising star Justin Irvine his first Meadowlands
win – he was facing better when here last, and should be a legitimate player tonight. (3) LEGACY JAILBREAK
ships in showing less than stellar lines out of town but as mentioned often this week, her barn is currently en fuego –
at that 20-1 ML price, it’s probably worth including him on some tickets. (1) SWISS HOUSE ONFIRE wasn’t too
far back last week and he was racing off a month – drops right back in the box, gets a class drop along with the rail
and Gingras – definitely some things to like. (6) MOHATU AS looked well short in his first start off the layoff but
blasted to the top at 25-1 last week, ended up with the two hole trip then was a pocket rocket winner – this is a
tougher spot, but he may at least be able to grab a piece. (5) WINDSONG PIONEER was a little better last week but
this doesn’t feel like a spot where we’ll see his best – he drops a win off the bottom of his car after tonight, and will
start to have more appeal as he drops in class. (8) FULL RIGHTS needs some class relief and a better draw – no
spot tonight. (7) LIVINGONTHERAIL is 29-0-0-1 here over the last 2 seasons.
RACE 7 – (1) DIAMANTE TRIO IT is showing the effects of a LONG, hard season and being forced to take on
MGM Grand Prix rivals certainly wasn’t going to help her cause – she gets some major class relief for tonight, and
we’ll look for her to perk up in this (much) easier spot. (6) ALL STAR SWAN took a while to find her groove but
she’s certainly hitting on all cylinders right now – tough draw and up in class, but too sharp not to be respected – can
find a way to be part of the equation, even with a tougher trip. (2) ROYALTY BEER held together much better last
week, digging in to the wire and losing to a classy tripsitter – he’ll probably have to chase tonight, but that may not
be the worst thing in the world for him – ok for a piece. (3) STREET GOSSIP has been a solid weekly performer all
season...but last week’s stretch hang was a reminder as to why he’s just 2 for 34 this year – underneath only. (5) B
NICKING still isn’t at “peak form” but he’s still hit board in 4 straight and may find a way to land somewhere on
the ticket tonight, as well. (8) NO TURNING BACK has remained pretty consistent lately, but tonight’s draw figures
to hurt her chances significantly. (4) BARRY BLACK is having a tough year, and his best success has come vs.
easier. (7) HOOLIE N HECTOR lands outside after a dull try last week – just 2 for 30 this year.
RACE 8 – (8) GRACE HILL is now 2 for 2 at Yonkers after last week’s sharp first over score – she’s stuck all the
way outside tonight, but has the right pilot to find her a manageable trip...gets the call, despite the draw. (4) TALK
CURDY TO ME has done good work since moving to this barn during the summer, and that includes a 6-1-2-2 local
slate – she can race on or off the pace, and her barn sent out a very sharp winner on Thursday night. (7) COACHEL
LABOUND N grabbed herself the two hole trip last week but just didn’t have the 2nd move she needed after shaking
free in the lane – she drops right back in the box, and could easily rebound with one of her top efforts – possibility.
(5) EASY TO PLEASE has found her best form in 2 years, and rallied nicely for 3rd after earning her way back to
the Invitational level last week – ok for a piece again. (1) GOLDEN QUEST N is having an excellent year, and the
rail assignment may help her to at least take home a small piece of this. (6) LIT DE ROSE sat back all the way last
week, and her late kick was only enough for 4th – may find herself too far back to any serious damage this week, as
well (3) CHERYLS SHADOW has been in excellent form, but the month off figures to really hurt against this strong
bunch. (2) MCMARKLE SPARKLE was a jogburger last week, but this is a major class jump!
RACE 9 – (3) LLOYDS LOVES gave the mega-classy GRACE HILL a run for her money last week and now gets a
significant class for tonight – she’s won 9 of 17 starts here this year, and this feels like a spot for her to pick up #10.
(1) UPTOWN HANOVER brings a nice 3 race winning streak into this, draws the pole, and may very well complete
a very short exacta. (2) FRONT PAGE STORY may prefer to be in a little cheaper but she’s in line for an easy trip
from this spot, and that should result in a nice chunk. (6) CRUISE ALERT gets a tough draw but she kicked home
solidly for 3rd last week, and could be a good one to slot for 3rd/4th tonight, at a nice price. (5) LUCKY ARTIST A,
like many of her barnmates, has been tough to gauge from start to start lately – the “good” version would be in play
for a decent piece here...but is that the version we’ll see? (4) TALENT TO SPARE A gets some class relief but may
need some more – leaning towards others. (8) BOUT DAMN TIME A ships in riding a 5 race Stga. winning streak
but draws Post 8 while appearing to be moving way up in class – prefer to just observe, for now. (7) ULTIMATE
SPEED threw a rare disappointing effort 2 back then followed that up with a miscue last week – feels like she’s
tailing, after a very strong season.
RACE 10 – (5) NO DRAMA PLEASE is used to facing (and even beating) much tougher than these – Stratton
should be able to get aggressive here, and that would give him a big chance in the finale. (1) FOR A DREAMER has
been picking up minor pieces every week but this is a spot where he can contend for a bigger share – logical threat
from the pole, but he hasn’t visited the winner’s circle in some time! (2) BLACK TIE BASH didn’t even pretend to
be interested after drawing Post 8 for his Hilltop return but the move inside should help him produce a much better
effort – very playable in exotics. (7) THE AMERICAN EAGLE was caught wide a long way last week and only
flattened late – if Bartlett can hustle him away to a decent start, he may be able to contend for a board spot. (4) STR
ONGERWITHLINDY actually wasn’t bad last week after losing all chance with an early miscue – for some reason
he just hasn’t been clicking at all at Yonkers lately, but a wake up call is probably coming one of these nights. (6)
CREATIVE VENTURE was sent off at 1/5 last week (class drop, and 8 hole to the rail) but he hung badly for the
length of the stretch and failed to go by into a :30.3 final quarter – obviously he’ll need to be better for a chance at
one of the top prizes tonight. (3) DROP THE MIC looks a bit overmatched...like many of the others this barn ships
in. (8) PERRON never looked right last week, and now has to deal with Post 8 too.