RACE 1 – (5) VILLAGE JADE was helped by an inside trip last start but still kicked home full of pace for 2nd –
drops a notch, and a live trip may help her come out on top. (4) FAVORITE BEACH was stuck with Posts 7 and 8
off the layoff before picking up a close 3rd in PA last week – returns to a very logical spot, gets Gingras on board,
and could be a very live player. (8) MILLWOOD BONNIE N showed some life in her 3rd start off the layoff, leaving
for a spot in 3rd then holding it to the wire – would consider using on a few tickets if the price is juicy. (1) PEMBRO
KE SOUTHIE has had a decent year but her current form has been lacking – she gets the double benefit of both post
and class relief here, but her usually hot barn has been a bit off lately (40-3-1-5 since 10/15) – mixed feelings. (2)
HUNTING LINDY may perk up a bit with the move inside, but it’s hard to say if she’s sharp enough to be a serious
player. (3) PARISIAN BLUE CHIP wasn’t helped enough by last week’s class drop – she gets another tonight, but
hard to say if it’ll be enough. (7) LAURIE LEE wasn’t bad from an impossible spot last week but lands in a similar
spot for tonight. (6) RAPTORS WON arrives from Canada and does feel a bit on the cheaper side.
RACE 2 – Tough race! (5) HEISMAN PLAYER has been an afterthought for most of the past 2 years, making his
recent $20K claim a big surprise...but he did flash some life finishing for the first time in ages last week, so perhaps
he can build off that and pull off an upset tonight. (2) EMINEM HANOVER put in a strong challenge dropping to
this level last week before weakening a bit in the lane – an easier trip would give him a legitimate chance here. (4)
KIMBLE A was a bit better 2 back then had good late life after shaking free last week – logical threat at this bottom
level, but he’s just 2 for 31 this year and figures to be overbet. (1) GRETZKY THE GREAT has legitimate ability
but tends to be his own worst enemy most of the time – if Gingras can get him to settle and time his move just right
(and keep him pacing cleanly!), he’d have a chance in here. (3) YO A J drops down to a level where he can be a
player and also moves inside – wouldn’t be a shock/ (6) UP THE CREEK rallied from the back at PcD 2 back then
showed speed here last week – leaning to others on top, but would consider underneath. (7) CAPTAIN BATBOY
finally picked up his first win of the season last week, but vs. softer in PA– rough spot returning tonight. (8) RUSTY
BEACH arrives with an 0 for 31 record this year and lands all the way outside.
RACE 3– (1) TRUE BLUE HANOVER was content to just trail the last 2 weeks after drawing back to back 8
holes, content to drop $$ off her card – gets important class relief tonight AND a move all the way inside...and that
stamps her as the one to knock off. (2) HALLELUJAH HANOVER has raced well (even with better) any time she’s
been able to sit close to the action and there’s no reason that shouldn’t be the case tonight – solid chance for a big
piece. (8) BADDITUDE is on the cheaper side but she may have enough quickness off the car for Bartlett to grab
her a decent spot at the start...and that would give her a chance to land in the exotics, at a big price. (5) MIKI THE
CLOWN rallied for 2nd in her YR return but didn’t have enough pop to pick up the win– faces tougher here, and will
need to be sharper if she hopes to threaten for a top slot. (7) SUNBURNT picked up a pair of 4ths in her first 2 starts
off the layoff – might have listed her a bit higher if not for the bad draw. (6) TECHYS ANGEL A was terrible in all
6 starts since returning from the long layoff – that last qualifier DOES look better, though, so maybe she deserves a
look tonight for a small share? (3) ONEDERFULBEACH used a great trip to beat lesser last start, but not quite
ready to jump back on her team off that one mile. (4) BLANK CHEEK is 0 for 16 at YR, and on the cheap side.
RACE 4 – MGM Grand Prix Trotting Series, Leg 2: Both (1) ITS ACADEMIC and (5) ARI FERRARI J struggled
last week in the Breeders Crown, seemingly a bit overmatched – both will appreciate the much easier competition in
here, and we’ll have to give the former the edge, because of the draw AND his tremendous back class. (4) BESTFRI
END VOLO was also in that same Breeders Crown race, just stopping badly from the final turn (may have choked,
may have been the Lasix, or he may just not like racing from the Detention Barn) – he does have plenty of ability,
though, and was right there on the wire in his “Grand Prix” division on 10/11 – worth considering if you think the
top pair could be vulnerable. (6) PAPPARDELLE hasn’t raced in 3 weeks but he was only beaten by half a length in
a division of this series, despite being parked the mile – definitely at a disadvantage drawing outside the top three.
(2) GAINES HANOVER was a decent 2nd in his local debut but had steering (and breaking) issues in his last pair –
may prove best of the rest. (3) DIAMANTE TRIO IT was super for a long time but the mare does seem well off her
top form right now. (7) TACHYON is struggling and to add insult to injury, gets stuck all the way outside.
RACE 5 – Tough race: (4) ALL STAR SWAN has hinted at ability at times since arriving on the local scene but
really hasn’t enjoyed much success in her 5 Yonkers starts – she did try to leave from Post 8 last week (before
making a break), so perhaps she’s worth a stab tonight with the move inside- and her owner on board. (7) FANATIC
could be a live bomb to consider – he did finish with trot from an impossible spot last week, and was pretty good not
long ago – some trip luck will be needed from out here, though. (1) OH BOY is stepping up off losses but he rallied
from the back in his last pair, and gets a big switch to Kakaley for tonight – he does figure to be somewhat overbet,
though. (2) B NICKING raced “better” when 2nd last week but he wasn’t any threat to the winner, and tiring at the
end – could be vulnerable here, and is listed as the 8/5 ML favorite. (3) LOS BALLYKEELAMIGO was handled
conservatively in his last pair and that’s not really his style – if you think he may be more aggressive tonight, he
could be worth a look. (8) CREATIVE VENTURE drops again and definitely fits with these – third straight 8 hole,
however. (5) TOWN VICTOR behaved nicely last week and used a perfect trip to edge out easier – this is a much
tougher assignment. (6) DRACO S draws poorly and is now 1 for 30 on the year – minor spoils only.
RACE 6 - MGM Grand Prix Trotting Series, Leg 2: (6) TAKE ALL COMERS chased ITS ACADEMIC in the first
leg of this series and was a strong 2nd best (after finishing just behind ARI FERRARI J in his two starts prior to that)
– he’s hit board in 8 of his 9 local starts this year, but he only has one victory...maybe this is a spot where he can
pick up another? (7) CHAPERCRAZE was a winner in his first start in this series but he went almost 3 seconds
slower that night than stablemate ITS ACADEMIC – he won again here last week in an overnight, but wasn’t overly
dominant in that race either – he’s capable of MUCH bigger efforts, but could be just a bit vulnerable (at a short
price) right now. (4) TACTICAL MOUNDS was flying late in the first leg of this series, right there on the wire with
#7 (even though 4th) – she rallied from well back to grab a check in the FM Breeders Crown Trot last week, and is
eligible to have a big say here too...may be overbet, though. (2) MISSISSIPPI STORM tired in PA last week but
had been good for a long time prior to that – chance to rally late for a piece IF he can shrug off that last one. (3)
GHOSTLY CASPER has been just “ok” since arriving from Canada – needs to be better to contend for a bigger
prize here. (1) DELAYED HANOVER has plenty of ability but just seems off his game right now. (5) DJIMON is
another that just isn’t clicking at the moment (after recently winning 4 in a row here).
RACE 7 – (2) CAL MILES N SHELL was headed right for the top last week when he lost all chance with an early
miscue – his overall form has been very good, and he’s one of several with a legitimate chance in here, depending on
trip. (1) WINDSONG PIONEER was a VERY sharp winner in an amateur race 3 back, though the final time was
actually 1:56.4 (it’s incorrect in the program) – he can be a tough horse when on the lead, so we’ll see if Marohn
handles him accordingly. (8) STREET GOSSIP has just 2 wins this year but he’s actually raced well in the majority
of his starts – not sure he can get in play from out here, but a big price makes him worth a look.; (5) BONTONI DE
GATO S is one of a few in the barn that have come around recently, and he does especially good work with Bartlett
at the lines – add him to the list of legitimate contenders. (7) FULL SCALE has hit board in every start since moving
to this barn this summer but that streak will be on the line here as he faces a solid field, from a bad post. (4) VINNY
DE VIE made an uncharacteristic miscue at PcD last start and it’s hard to say if that was just a blip, or part of an
overall recent decline in his form – could go either way here. (6) SEVENSHADESOFGREY has excuses in his last
pair, with a break 2 back then parked the mile in his last – guessing he’ll be racing from well off the pace tonight,
and will need some battle up front to have a chance. (3) HOOLIE N HECTOR win 2 back for only the 2
nd time this season – he’s moving well up in class tonight after a no-threat 2nd last week, and may be in a little too tough.
RACE 8 – (2) DRAGONS LUCKY LADY was locked in and raging 2 back so it was no surprise to see her go out
and jog last week – she’s moving up 2 classes tonight, but she’s more than capable at this level when sharp...as she
is right now. (5) GOLDEN QUEST N recently had a trio of 3rd place finishes vs. better but just seemed to get
discouraged last week chasing the sizzling 3/4s (behind a pair of very nice mares) – this field should be more to her
liking, and she looms a very dangerous foe. (3) TWIST LITTLE GIRL N was well backed off the claim last week
and picked up her 2nd jogburger in a row – she’s been a serious tear lately, but does step up a bit tonight – we’ll see if
she can bang heads with these too! (4) HURRIKANE LADY LOU was handled conservatively last week after
drawing poorly off the qualifier – gets a better draw, races with Lasix for the 2nd time, and could have a bigger say
tonight. (6) SILKY STRIDE N has been very good lately but lands outside some pretty sharp rivals and that may
limit her a bit. (8) IDEAL COVER was razor sharp for a while but does feel like she’s started to tail off – landing
Post 8 isn’t going to help get back going tonight. (7) OKINAWA BEACH A lands yet another disastrous post. (1)
TEMPVILLE looked overmatched last week – not sure the rail is enough to help her.
RACE 9 – (7) SILK CLOUD A showed up ready off 3 weeks last start but came up a nose shy to the very tough
COACHELLABOUND N (also off 3 weeks) in a hot 1:51.4 mile – she faces easier now, already has 9 wins and
$200K on her card this year, and gets top billing despite the draw. (2) DOUGS BABE A has been prone to miscues
this year and another one last week (before the start) cost her any chance – she’s the main danger...if she can avoid
any mishaps. (1) ULTIMATE SPEED has maintained her fine form all year long, and will be able to work out a nice
trip after drawing the pole – can stick around for a good piece of this. (5) EASY TO PLEASE has added some
consistency lately – a decent trip could help her take home a small slice. (3) LADYCORONA was stuck racing from
8th way up in class last week but still hit the wire decently – chance for some minor spoils. (6) TALENT TO SPARE
A recently picked up a couple of victories but vs. easier – not sure she can do as well with these. (4) MCMARKLE
SPARKLE gets along very nicely with Bartlett but may find things a bit too tough up at this level. (8) HELLO YES
HI lands Post 8 after making just 1 start in 6 weeks – sticking with others.
RACE 10 – Tough race to close out the card: (2) FIX A DRINK gave it a big try from Post 8 for his new barn last
week but folded badly after cutting the mile – he goes back on Lasix tonight, and we’ll see if that solves the issue.
(1) THE AMERICAN EAGLE drops in class, gets major post relief, and could be in a great spot for a wake up call.
(8) FOR A DREAMER definitely isn’t on his best game these days and starts tonight from the extreme outside –
he’s also used to facing better, catches some iffy foes, and could have a chance to pull off an upset. (6) J S HOPSCO
TCH hasn’t been sharp in some time but tonight’s class relief could be enough to at least help him into the hunt. (5)
REIGN OF HONOR has been racing well at Stga. but may just be a little cheap for these – he was also 0 for 11 here
in 2023. (4) THE LAST CHAPTER just requalified after some time off and it’s anybody’s guess as to what we’ll get
from him tonight. (7) UP HELLY AA is another getting some class relief here but he lands Post 7 and sports a 1 for
30 Yonkers slate. (3) FANCY NANCY LOPEZ probably needs to be in easier than this.