Yonkers: Monday 7/31 Analysis
Best Bet: SUMMER SIDE (10th)
Spot Play: DRUNKONAPLANE (8th)
MEET STATS: 273 - 781 / $1,528.90
BEST BETS: 39 - 67 / $132.10
Race 1
(8) BEACHY DREAMER had very willing pace upon arrival but had too far to come; she's stuck outside again but should try to get involved earlier. (5) MRS JOBABE CONLEY hasn't hit the board this year but maybe the change in scenery helps. (7) CALBAY has been racing well at Tioga and seems to fit well here but she's tough to play with an unproven driver.
Race 2
(5) RIDGE SPEED just got nipped upon arrival and the filly should be able to graduate versus these. (1) FLAGSTAFF returns locally for Garcia-Herrera and was second best from a similar spot five back. (4) MASSTER BLUE arrives from Canada for Allard; instant respect.
Race 3
(6) LINDYTHEFOURTEENTH ships in, debuts for new connections (Banca) and gets Bartlett in the bike; lots to like. (3) RAP IT UP has Brennan driving for Dane; that's been a big angle recently. (2) KANDY APPLE should be able to hit the ticket from this spot.
Race 4
(3) SHARK CONTROL came up a bit short late in his local debut for Banca/Bartlett but that was likely a needed start and he should be better tonight. (4) NORTHERN SPY was a decent enough second last out to assume he'll be very competitive tonight. (5) BEYOMBO arrives from Mohawk and joins a new barn; take a look.
Race 5
(3) ITTY BITTY raced gamely upon arrival from Hoosier; Harris trainee lands another decent post and could prove best. (7) GO FIND OUT didn't race that badly last out going a long eight-hole trip with a less experienced driver; Dube drives tonight for Allard and should be a decent price. (8) BARBIE HANOVER hails from hot connections but may have too much to do from this post.
Race 6
(2) ABSOLUTELY BEST gets much-needed post relief and could trip out from this spot. (4) E L PEACEMAKER came up a bit short last out upon hiking to this level but he still remains a big threat here. (7) ANDERSON SEELSTER makes his second start for new connections and could show improvement.
Race 7
(4) SMILEANDSAYCHEESE has had some tough outside posts in his last few out of town and he may appreciate the change of venue; note he was a winner the last time Zeron drove. (1) JK ONAROLL goes back to Bartlett and needs to behave himself. (2) SPINSTIGATOR draws well enough and seems capable of landing a share.
Race 8
(4) DRUNKONAPLANE looked very sharp beating lesser last out; I'll take a stab that he has more to offer facing tougher. (2) ANDY'S IDEAL will certainly appreciate the post relief. (1) APLIN HANOVER can save ground from this spot and land a share.
Race 9
(6) PRETTY REAL DESIRE needs to find a way into the race but the Brennan/DiDomenico pairing has been good recently and this mare should be a healthy price. (7) WISHY WASHY GIRL was outfinished off a nice trip last out but still remains a threat from these connections. (2) SKINNY DIPPER has talent but may needs a start or two off the bench.
Race 10
(6) SUMMER SIDE is a legit colt from the Schnittker barn and he should have his way with these. (1) SIR PUGSLEY draws best and may be able to keep up late for a share. (5) NOX VEGAS BLUECHIP gave it a good try last out in his local return.
Race 11
(5) MANIANA didn't have the easiest of trips last week trying to chase a solid winner; price should be better tonight. (3) PRINCESS FABULOSA paced a big back half to beat lesser. (1) FROG POND PRINCESS gets needed post relief and will be close up throughout.
Race 12
(3) ANOTHER DAILY COPY hung from the pocket last week but he should be put on the front end tonight and seems capable of taking these the distance. (4) STONEBRIDGE BEACH gets an improved post and will be more involved for Lachance. (5) AZUL POOL is fast enough to go with these; for a share.
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