RACE 1 - (6) FOR A DREAMER had a couple of rough starts right after the 8/22 claim but quickly
righted the ship, and has been very good since then - went a BIG mile last week for 2nd (despite being very
hard used) and this feels like a field he can beat...despite another tough post (1) MUSCLE DYNASTY
continues to behave himself every week and can always be counted on for a solid finish - not sure if he can
beat the top choice, but he's in line for a good piece of this. (5) EMOTIONS RICHES is a very tough player
at this level when on his best game. but he also throws his share of lesser efforts - his "A Game" makes him
a legitimate threat, but don't take too short a price if using on top. (2) SEVENSHADESOFGREY hasn't
won in some time, but he's frequently a player from a spot like this - figures to be around for a part of this.
(3) JIVE NINETY FIVE feels a little on the cheaper side but he's hit board in 3 straight and could grab a
small slice with an easy trip. (4) CHAMPAGNE ON ICE has been alternating "good" and "not so good"
efforts in her last few starts - chance to grab a share if the "good version" shows up. (7)
BAZILLIONAIRE's aversion to winning is well documented, but he's never a bad bomb to throw in for
3rd, if spreading a bit. (8) TESLA SEELSTER draws her 3rd straight 8 hole and was unable to reach in the
prior two.
RACE 2 - (2) HURRIKANE GEORGIE has remained remarkably consistent all year long, currently
sporting a 21-7-8-2 slate (for $106K) - he does face a few legitimate foes in here and isn't a "cinch"... but
he's certainly earned top billing. (6) TS RAIDER II arrives from Hoosier with lines that suggest he'll be a
very nice at this level - have to believe he'll have the "green light" (despite the tough post), and he just may
be the main danger. (5) AINT HE SPECIAL turned things around on 9/30 and has been good ever since -
will need some trip luck from this spot, but he can be a threat if that happens. (4) FORREST BLU was
9-4-3-1 as a 2YO ($119K) but his 3YO campaign has been a bust so far (10-0-0-1, $12K) - he has a couple
of better efforts since adding Lasix recently, and the drop in for a tag tonight may help him as well -
possible, but that 5/2 ML price is a turn off. (1) ROSE RUN X CON was shuffled back in his local debut so
the jury is still out on him - leaning towards others, but wouldn't be surprised to see him race well here. (7)
MAKE MY DEO finished alertly from impossible spots in his last couple but unfortunately, lands in a
similar spot for tonight - maybe 3rd/4th? (3) DOCTOR B wasn't bad in his local debut - not ready to hop on
his team yet, but will pay some more attention to him tonight.
RACE 3 - Very tough race: (2) R HERBIE BLUE CHIP was a decent 3rd upon arrival 2 back then stuck
too far out to threaten in his last - barn has enjoyed a solid 2022 season, and may be able to pull of an upset
here over a few iffy favorites. (4) ARABELLAS CADET just never seemed to grab the bit last week
(finished 4th) but that was a quick mile vs. a couple of decent rivals- this bunch should be right up her alley
but that 8/5 ML price will surely result in her being overbet tonight. (1) JUST MAYBE THE ONE looked
ok for a couple of starts off the layoff (back in Sept.) but seems to have just fallen apart in his last few - the
class drop and rail may perk him right up...but then again, maybe it won't! (3) GOTWHATEVERITTAKES
has no shortage of ability but he's been unable to stay trotting in virtually all of his starts this year - would
be willing to use him only if the price is representative of the big risk he brings to the table. (7) BROWNIE
was almost able to steal one of the front end last week in a "fall apart" race - may try to blast again, but he's
just way too camera shy to endorse on top, especially from out here. (6) EXCHEQUER is 1 for 30 at YR,
will be coming from the back and often hangs at the end - prefer others. (8) TORKIL is down at the level
where he can pop off a win, but it's hard to see that happening from all the way out here (5) FULL RIGHTS
struggled from the time he returned from the layoff and only seems to be getting even worse lately.
RACE 4 - (4) AMERICAN HALO got sharp at the right time and took down the Excelsior A Final (Stga.)
on 9/11, then shipped in to Yonkers where she has a win, 2nd, and a 3rd since arriving - gets post relief for
tonight, and we'll give her the narrow edge over a few legitimate foes. (2) BLUEBERRY SHAKE was no
factor upon arrival last week but it was only her 2nd start in 6 weeks, and she drew poorly - drops right
back in the box, moves inside, and may be ready for a much more competitive effort- possibility. (3) DOCS
DELIGHT looked like a complete outsider heading into last week but flew home from the final turn to be a
fast rallying 2nd best, at 50-1 -- suppose she has to get a lot more respect now, but the price will also come
way down as well. (5) WAITFOREVER N was a winner (odds on) 3 and 4 starts back, but just "ok" in her
last couple - if she brings her best game here, she could be a serious player again. (7) CLEAR THE WAY
lost all chance for the top prize 2 back when she ended up with a poor trip, but pounced on the better
journey last week to pick up the win - tonight's draw will make it hard for her to grab more than a minor
share, however. (1) CHILLIN BYTHE POOL draws best but none of her recent starts would be good
enough to make her a serious threat, even from this advantageous spot - needs to find more. (8) BETTOR B
SAWYER was handled aggressively last week but caved from the pocket - look for a very conservative
drive tonight. (6) PULL ME THROUGH has been away since July, draws poorly, and is 1 for 23 this year.
RACE 5 - (7) MUSCLES FOR LIFE had a terrific 2021 season, ending up 25-10-7-3 with $96K earned -
missed 7 months after that but came back sharp this summer, and arrives from Ohio hitting on all cylinders
- lands in a solid trotting barn, and is worth a play even from Post 7. (2) ROGER RABBIT disappointed in
his local debut but seems capable of much better- look for a better effort tonight. (3) CASINO CUTIE IT
drops down to a level that should be more to her liking, and can make some noise with any decent trip. (1)
ME TOO BABY had a tough trip in her YR debut before weakening (then breaking) into the stretch - this
may be a better spot, and she's definitely playable in exotics. (5) NATURAL KEMP is hard to gauge off his
recent Amateur lines, but note that he did upset the Open at Fhd. back in August- not a bad one for longshot
fans. (4) GRUDEN seems to be doing better since getting a new trainer listed on 9/30, but still seems prone
to miscues - may also need to be in a little cheaper to deliver his best. (6) MUSCLE STAR is a bigger threat
one level down, and the outside draw doesn't help either - probably looking at a minor award at best. (8)
LIFETIME ROYALTY is a sluggish type that will be coming from well back - tough scenario.
RACE 6 - (6 ) SHIP WRECK BEACH hit the wire first in 5 of his last 6 starts, finishing 2nd in the other -
he can handle any trip, and has to get top billing....but this race could go several different ways, so maybe
not the best time to take too short a price with him. (3) MOMENTSTHATMATTER seemed to appreciate a
few weeks off as he's really upped his game at Plainridge since returning - he's won here in the past, and
seems sharp enough right now to be a player with these. (8) HP LIS SHADOW has always been plagued by
gait issues, but also has plenty of ability - he was a close 3rd from Post 8 last time at nearly 50-1, and will
be a big price once again...not the worst bomb you could ever bet on. (2) THOR AND DR JONES was a
very game 2nd after a tough trip 2 back, then rallied nicely at the end last week for 3rd - sharp enough now
for a chance at a good piece here. (5) HES GONNA GETYA had no chance in his return from Stga. 2 back
but he was handled aggressively last week and turned in a solid effort for 3rd - a live trip puts him in the
hunt tonight, as well. (1) BAY CITY caught a pair of 8 holes after returning from the layoff but moves all
the way inside for tonight - chance to grab a piece, if things go his way. (7) SAMSON BLUE CHIP was an
easy winner at PcD last week, and has won here at Yonkers a few times in the past - if Siegelman tries to
blast from Post 7, it may give him a chance to grab a piece...at a big price. (4) KOBRA KAI really hasn't
been bad in his 2 starts since arriving from Canada - he could easily grab a piece with the right trip.
RACE 7 - (2) BIG BAD SWAN failed to get involved from Post 8 last week but he's had many good recent
tries at this level - moves inside, and should be a big player tonight. (3) IN MY DREAMS was reclaimed
by his long time barn on 10/15 and held his form nicely, finishing 2nd best to a repeat winner last week -
remains a solid threat. (5) STEUBEN HANOVER has been camera shy all year, but often finishes with
good trot for pieces - definitely include underneath, and maybe even on top (if the price is good enough).
(4) BLUEBIRD JESSE has done some good work in this class, but threw a dud last week - hard to guess
which version we'll see tonight. (1) LOS BALLYKEELAMIGO folded badly when claimed 3 back then
was no good in a pair of starts since then - pretty tough to get excited about his chances right now. Both (7)
HOBBS and (6) JATO have good recent form vs. easier, but are a bit suspect up at this higher level - it also
doesn't help that they both drew outside all their main foes. (8) FASHION FOREVER would be a shock, to
say the least.
RACE 8 - (5) ODDS ON HARMONY showed life (for 3rd) at 57-1 two back - was hammered down to 5/2
for her next, and was strong early and late to pick up the victory - faces similar tonight, and can take
another. (1) JE TAIME N was able to drop to NW2 last week and finished nicely to rally for 2nd - draws
bet tonight, and figures to be a major player once again. (2) ADDISON SEELSTER has hit board in 5 of 6
local tries but has yet to visit the winner's circle - remains a good one to include underneath. (4) TRANS
MEANIE had a solid year at the Iowa Fairs but made a break in her local debut - the jury is still out on her,
but she's playable in exotics at that 15-1 ML price. (8) YOU SAIDITALL N picked up a pair of 3rds in her
two local tries but may have a tougher time tonight (thanks to the terrible draw) - would still throw her in
for 3rd/4th, hoping for some trip luck. (3) LADYSHOOTSTHEBLUES added Lasix (and Bartlett) two
back and was able to break her maiden in start #35 - went a weak try in her next (off a sick scratch), but
could be a little better tonight - maybe a minor piece? (6) SIOUX RAINBOW A feels like she's a little
cheap, but her gate speed gives her at least a chance to grab a good spot, and last for a small share. (7) NOT
SO EVIL really hasn't done much in her 7 local tries, and lands another bad post.
RACE 9 - (6) HAT TRICK MARLEAU has been solid for some time, and he fits very nicely in this $75K
claiming field - will need a little trip luck from Post 6, but definitely a shot to beat these if he gets some. (2)
WILLY WALTON steps up riding a 4 race win streak, and it looks like hell be able to call the shots here - 5
in a row is definitely within reach. (5) HOMER HALL has a win and 4 seconds from his last 5 starts and
obviously is a solid fit - hard to predict his trip tonight, but should be able to grab a good piece with any
half decent journey. (3) GEMOLOGIST steps up once class after winning his last pair pretty handily - may
end up with a pocket trip tonight, and that would give him a chance to do some serious damage against
these too. (1) KASHA V used a perfect trip to beat easier 2 back, then saved ground and finished up well in
his last too - should be able to work out a pretty nice trip from this spot, and that may help him take home a
piece, even at this higher level. (4) BIZET seems more comfortable with a bit easier right now - prefer
others, but wouldn't be stunned to see him grab a piece. (7) LOOK IN MY EYES came up with a solid first
over try last week but he lands outside for tonight, and may have trouble getting into the mix. (8) EPOS
OSTERVANG DK goes from the rail and Bartlett to Post 8 with Foget - wait for a better scenario.