RACE 1 – (1) HOOFBEATS DE VIE has been racing well across the river and has gone some good miles here in
the past – should have plenty of options starting from the pole, and we’ll give him the narrow edge in tonight’s
opener. (3) HUNTING AS hasn’t won many local starts over the past couple of years but he’s usually been facing
better – he’s racing ok right now, and has to be considered a serious threat here. (2) STARLIT RAMBO wins plenty
of races out of town, ALWAYS seems to “figure” here at Yonkers but he’s now just 1 for 21 locally over the past 2
years – he lost here at 2/5 last start, and hard to accept at a short price tonight. (7) CHAMBA draws his 3
rd straight 7 hole but he is facing an easier bunch tonight – maybe we’ll see some improvement? (4) DOO WOP KID was facing
much tougher when seen here on 2/8 but his 2 subsequent Monti tries were weak, as well – hard to make a good case
for him right now. (5) EXPLOSIVE RIDGE can land a share with a good trip but the top slots seem out of reach. (6)
BAZLIIONAIRE never wins, and is hurt by a bad post tonight.
RACE 2 – (4) DELITFULCATHERIN N saw her 4 race winning streak snapped last week when stuck in a bad spot,
vs. a stacked field – this certainly isn’t an “easy” spot, but it’s definitely a field where she can rebound quickly. (2)
MILLWOOD BONNIE N is a notoriously streaky mare that’s feeling mighty good about herself right now – she’s a
threat even at this level in her current (raging) form. (1) LUCKY ARTIST A got the year off to a good start with that
victory on 1/26 but has leveled off since then– still a legitimate threat with these, especially from the pole. (3) SALE
EL SOL goes for a new barn tonight, adds Lasix, and has actually been holding her own since moving up from her
preferred $50K claimers – maybe a piece with an easy trip. (5) SWEETEST BELLE is a talented 4YO that figures to
have a good season in front of her – she’s only listed on the bottom because of the draw.
RACE 3 – (3) PAPA DOC is a frustrating horse (because he IS prone to miscues) but he also delivers big miles
when in the right mood – as long as the price is fair, he’s very playable in this field. (6) BEERTHIRTY K was
handled unaggressively last time and could only manage a 4th– he may be able to outperform that 15-1 ML price
with a better trip. (1) SKYWAY PROFESSIONAL landed in a terrible spot for his local debut and at least attempted
a big move before leveling off – has that start under his belt, moves inside, and could have a much bigger say here.
(7) STREET GOSSIP was a bit disappointing when unable to sustain his first over move last week but he’s used to
facing better, and could offer some value tonight (but some trip luck will be needed from out here). (2) SWISS
HOUSE ONFIRE goes back to Brennan and the pair did team up for a win 3 back – he could be a player here if he
brings his best, but he may also end up a bit overbet. (4) WILY WALLY pounced on a perfect trip to beat softer last
week but he wasn’t as good in his prior pair – hard to be a fan at that 2-1 ML price, facing much better now. (5)
MATCH MEIF YOU CAN folded badly last week – prefer to see a “decent” effort before hopping on his team.
RACE 4 – (2) LIT DE ROSE qualified sharply and did pace a strong final half in a race that surely was more of a
“second qualifier” for her – moves inside in a shorter field, and we may see a much more serious attempt now. (1)
UPTOWN HANOVER he;d well for 3rd after trying it first over last week – an easy trip from this spot could see her
land on the ticket once more. (6) TONYS MOM caught a field of mares prepping for the Matchmaker, was sent off
at even money, and had no trouble handling the assignment after having things all her own way on the lead – may
not be quite as easy tonight, so demand a better price if she’s still your choice. (3) EASY TO PLEASE has looked
MUCH better so far in 2024, after a rough 2023 season – may be good enough right now to have a real say here. (5)
KARMA SEELSTER had a useful tightener last week, sitting an easy pocket and holding 2nd as #6 drew off – hard
to say how aggressively she’ll be handled tonight, though. (4) VIOLETS RAINBOW is a nice mare and qualified
solidly – she’s also been away since July, and does figure to need a start or two.
RACE 5 – (8) JUSTASEC N was “sneaky ok” in his first start off the layoff and definitely good last week, though
unlucky to be caught behind a tiring #5 – if Siegelman is willing to gamble on leaving tonight, this guy just may be
able to spring the 8 hole upset. (5) HICKFROMFRENCHLICK gave way on the lead last week (hurting the top
choice) but does at least seem to be racing himself back into shape – legitimate chance in here, even after tiring last
week. (1) SPRINGBRIDGE DUEL was a solid 2nd to a sharp winner last week after doing the heavy lifting first over
– he faces a couple of tougher ones tonight, but still should be able to have a big say from this spot. (3) DRAGON
SAID was way overbet last week and fell apart once into the stretch – he’ll be a much better price now, and MAY
race a lot better with a more conservative trip. (2) AIR FORCE HANOVER feels like he may be ready to win at this
level, but may need to find a little softer bunch to do so – definitely ok for exotics, though. (4) SHANWAY N is
“ok” lately – chance for a minor share if the trip goes his way. (7) MEMPHISTENNESSEE N isn’t bad right now,
but faces an uphill battle from Post 7. (6) ROSE RUN X Con has missed 3 weeks after being scr. injured last start.
RACE 6 – (4) SOUTHWIND ARTURO had a nice tightener on 2/15 off the layoff then rallied for 3rd last week after
being handled conservatively (behind 2 sharp rivals) – might be time for Pantaleano to cut him loose, and see if he’s
ready to get his picture taken off the class drop. (2) DWS POINT MAN turned in a rare last-to-first stretch explosion
to beat cheaper 2 back – he flashed speed last start and came up 2nd best from the pocket to #7 – should be a big
player once more, especially with the move inside. (5) MYCROWNMYKINGDOM was a little disappointing last
week, but catching a hot 1:55.4 mile may have had something to do with that – his “typical” effort would give him a
shot to be right in the hunt tonight. (3) FULL RIGHTS is probably a bit more effective one level down, but he’s
good enough right now to still contend for a decent chunk with these too. (7) FRANK THE ELDER took to the barn
change last week, returning quick dividends for his new connections – faces a much tougher task here, but still can’t
be counted out. (1) CLEOPATRA AS drops from the FM Open, but it’s not like she was a major player in there – she
may need to drop even a bit more, but we’ll get a clearer picture after tonight. (6) NEWSBOY draws poorly off the
claim – sticking with others tonight. (8) BARRY BLACK lands outside after missing 3 weeks – wait for a better
spot before considering.
RACE 7 – (3) ROCK THIS WAY threw a dull one last time but his barn does a great job at getting their stock to
bounce right back after a start like that – this is a very vulnerable field, and it might not be a bad time to hop on
board, at what should be a fair price. (4) HIGH ON ROCKNROLL finally got to the Yonkers winner’s circle last
week after failing in his first 19 attempts – this is a very modest field, so the chance for a repeat definitely exists. (2)
MAXIMUS RED A was just 1 for 31 here last year but he’s been ok with better in his last couple, and has to be seen
as a legitimate player here...but don’t take a short price on top! (6) QUATRAIN BLUE CHIP outraced his odds with
a pair of 2nds two and three starts back – wasn’t able to get involved last week, but he’s a decent bomb for exotics.
(1) SHARK PLAY is one of the (very) few underachievers in this barn – wouldn’t be a shock, but leaning more
towards others. (8) GLACIS landed on a “can’t miss” trip 2 back and did come up with a rare Yonkers victory –
looked like an easy winner turning for home last week too, but his brutal stretch hang was a reminder as to why he
only wins once or twice a year – tough spot tonight! (5) ALOTBETTOR N was a prolific winner last year but his
current form just hasn’t been up to par. (7) KB MAC bears watching for when he draws into a better spot.
RACE 8 – (3) RACEY RACH N folded badly last week but that MAY be because she tried to leave hard, but had to
grab and retreat on the first turn – she was right there with much better the start before, and banked $114K last year
– might be a good idea to ignore her last, and try her tonight. (5) MISS DOTTIE MAE took all the $$ last week and
absolutely crushed the field...but it’s a little deceiving, because the pocket horse was terrible, and the others were
bothered by a turn two breaker – still should be a big player here, though. (4) SAUBLE DELIGHTFUL really
wasn’t bad last week, finishing right behind some pretty nice mares – she runs hot and cold, but her “good” version
could be a player. (2) MORNING HAS BROKEN has been away for 3 weeks and resurfaces tonight for a new barn
– inclined to mostly just observe here, but will at least check the tote board for some guidance. (1) GOLDIES ADEL
IGHT A made a break in her first U.S. start (at Stga.) – re-qualified and was sent off favored on 2/20, but weakened
and could only pick up a 4th – she probably is a good fit here, but leaning to others for the top spot right now. (6) GA
ME OF SHADOWS was a 12-1 overlay winner 2 back but that was vs. easier – tough draw, and likely looking at
only minor spoils. (8) COWGIRL LILLY was 2nd to #5 last week but was well back, and benefited from the others
being badly bothered early on – Post 8 won’t make things any easier. (7) LYONS MIKI had a couple of nice starts
here recently but does seem to be regressing.
RACE 9 – (7) SILK CLOUD A raced super in her seasonal return so it was no surprise to see her score easily as the
favorite last week – she faces tougher now (and from a bad post), but that also means that her price should be a lot
better – may be worth sticking with! (4) COACHELLABOUND N has become a little inconsistent lately after just
rattling off win after win last year – she’s still an Open Mare when on her game, and very dangerous if she shows up
in the right mood tonight. (3) CHERYLS SHADOW returned ready, kicking home full of pace from an impossible
spot in her seasonal debut – she won 7 races here last year, and is worth considering tonight if the price is juicy
enough. (1) CRUISE ALERT is a talented Ohio bred, earning $150K at 2 then following that up with $238 as a 3YO
– she starts her 4YO campaign in a new barn, and should be looking at a big season...but hard to say if she’ll be
ready to tackle some sharp older mares right off the bat. (8) GOLDEN QUEST N has been enjoying an incredible
form spree, racing as well right now as she had in years – she also gets stuck with a horrible draw, and may not be
handy enough to overcome it against these. (5) DRAGONS LUCKY LADY has hit board in 3 straight for our
leading trainer, but may have to settle for a smaller slice in this solid field. (2) FAVORITE BEACH wasn’t herself 2
back but rebounded with a very game win last week – she’s moving up considerably, however, and we’ll see how
she responds to this tougher task. (6) DELTA THREE N was no factor at all from similar spots in her last pair.
RACE 10 – Good race! (6) CANTSTOP YANKEE was doing fine work up until calling it quits for the year in Nov.
– he qualified back right behind a couple of higher end PACERS, and could be worth a stab right off the bench. (3)
WINDSONG PIONEER was a 1:55.2 blowout winner on 2/9 – he was scratched sick from his next but then came
back with an excellent 2nd, despite being caught behind a tiring leader to the top of the lane – good value at that 8-1
ML price. (7) KINDA LUCKY LINDY charged home to win here from we;; back on 2/9 then proved it was no fluke
when he rallied for 2nd at PcD last week behind the classy RICH N MISERABLE – will need things to go his way
from out here, but it’s not impossible. (2) HIGHLAND MOWGLI was a front end winner in this class to start off
2024 but then had a couple of unfavorable trips – he did win 6 of 18 starts here last year, and can never be taken
lightly in a spot like this. (4) DONATO PATRIOT K kicked in just in time last week to get there as the odds-on
choice– faces tougher now, and will need to be that much sharper to have the same success with these (1) PERFECT
VIXEN is on the cheaper side for sure but we’ll see if the rail draw and addition of Lasix is enough to keep her close
enough to grab a small check. (5) P C FREE WHEELING was a decent 3rd in her first start off the winter break but
this just feels like a tougher spot.
RACE 11 – (5) FEELIN WESTERN is capable of some big miles when sharp and we certainly saw one last week –
steps up a notch, but he still seems capable of taking another. (4) EVER HOPING A really wasn’t too far back in his
U.S. debut in a very good field – didn’t get the best of trips the last 2 starts, and he drops down to a level where he
has to be seen as a dangerous threat. (3) SOUTHBEACH HANOVER hadn’t been doing all that much in his first
few starts this year but he took all kinds of tote action last week and delivered a very good looking front end score –
it would hardly be a shock to see him right in the hunt again tonight. (1) BEREAVED HANOVER moves back
inside and should be looking at a good trip tonight – good one to include in exotics. (2) ELS ROCKER looked good
wiring lesser 3 back, but may need to get back in a little cheaper before we see another effort like that. (7) SPORTY
M THREE was doing excellent work at the higher levels not long ago – he started to tail off, and has just recently
come around again, at the lower levels – not sure he’s sharpened enough to be a threat against these, from all the
way out here. (8) MIGHTY SANTANA N has 3 recent 2nds at big prices but will be hard pressed to have the same
impact from this spot. (6) GIVEITATRY A feels like he needs class relief before we can see his best.