Yonkers Raceway has a 10-race program set to go with a post time of 7:00 PM EST. The 0.50 Pick 5 with a $10,000 guaranteed pool starts in Race 5. The $1.00 Late Pick 4 goes in Race 7, and it will be my focus.

Comments and selections below are based on a fast track.

Race 7

1-Stellar Yankee (5/1)-This will be the 1st start for team Stratton and is interesting more so because of the post draw. At this class, the 5-year-old has been a threat when drawing inside. In the last few months Yankee has been no worse than 2nd when drawing the 1-2-3 slots.
2-Coalition Hanover (7/2)-Dropped in 3rd, was pulled right after the 1/4 pole and got on the point. Raced well but was no match for the winner (#5) and the early action probably made a difference. Holland is steering tonight and expecting the trip to be less taxing.

Race 8

3-Priceless Beach (3-1)-Didn't have the best of trips last time but is a player if races back to the effort on 5-8. Looking for a similar plan as in that race. Kakaley could leave, get on the point and it could be picture time if it is a well-rated mile.
5-Captivate Hanover (6-1)-Wired the $75k claimers last week and it was strong mile going the back half in 55.3. Moves up and will need a top try but could land in the pocket behind the one above or possibly on the point.
7-Leonidas A (7-1)-Has had issues and last week was no exception in the 1st appearance since the Borgata Final. Not sure if Siegelman will leave but has enough gate speed to get a decent seat. The pace should be lively, with a sharp steer the veteran could get a trip and roll by the leaders down the lane.

Race 9

1-Fearfull Intent (3/2)-Just missed wiring the field from the 7-hole in last and is a likely odds-on choice here. Should be respected no doubt but can't completely trust. It may not matter but hasn't left from the rail in a long time.
6-Townline All Good (9/2)-There should be a decent pace and Gingras could work a nice stalking trip and catch the speed. The price will be right to take a swing, fits even though will be facing tougher. This veteran does well here (51-9-8-7).

Race 10

1-Oakwoodnitownit IR (5/2)-This will be the 3rd straight start at this condition and came off cover in the last 2 efforts. Did rally but was pace compromised both times. Most of this field is stepping up or has missed time. Zeron should be on the engine or in the pocket and will have a big shot at closing the deal.

$1.00 Late Pick 4

1,2/3,5,7/1,6/1
Total Bet=$12

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