Yonkers Raceway begins the week with a 0.50 Pick 5 that has a $10,000 guaranteed pool and it rolls in Race 5. The $1.00 Late Pick 4 starts in Race 9, and it will be my focus.

Comments and selections below are based on a fast track.

Race 9 (9:40 PM EST)

1-Backstreet Shadow (2-1)-Started inside last week, pulled at around the 5/8's pole and took the lead going 1st over into a quick 3rd quarter. Stood tall down the lane and is a threat to double up.
2-Covered Bridge (7/2)-Not sure if a win still helps this veteran get into the Borgata Finals. But either way he will be trying to win. Desperate Man has been a monster, so coming 2nd to him is not an embarrassment and may fare better tonight.
5-Coaches Corner (3/1)-Has been a 2nd place finisher in all 4 Borgata races. Probably comes off its top effort last week and it’s best to not overlook.

Race 10 (10:00 PM EST)

2-Linedrive Hanover (4/5)-Didn't take any prisoners on 4-1 and has rested since then. Is certainly the one to beat if dialed on high. Not going to single after missing a start and doesn't really not need to win to get to the Final but is the one to beat.
3-Hellabalou (7/2)-Has the gate speed to land in the pocket behind the odds-on choice. If there is going to be an upset this veteran has a tactical advantage over others and doesn't have a Borgata win.

Race 11 (10:20 PM EST)

4-Cleveland B Miki (12-1)-Rallied nicely to come 3rd in the 1st start on Lasix and steps up. Now goes off Lasix, that's an angle that piques my interest, and the price is right to use.
6-Twin B Deluxe (7/2)-Has been a bridesmaid in the last 3 starts and the winners are not in this field. Tim Tetrick should get a close-up seat off the gate and may have met a beatable field.

Race 12 (10:40 PM EST)

1-Quality Bud (4-1)-Comes off a nice win and now steps-up but isn't alone. Loses Yannick Gingras but usual pilot Brent Holland is back. Drawing the rail should help and could offer a square price.
3-Fulsome (5/2)-Has cashed checks versus $50k claimers but hasn't had enough pop to take a picture. Tuggin On My Heart doesn't have to be dealt with tonight and Gingras will have this 6-year-old on his toes.
4-Walkinshaw N (5-1)-Makes the 4th start off the bench, could be overlooked and the last 2 races have been better. This is a wide-open affair and if Austin Siegelman provides a sharp steer, it could be picture.
6-Rock Diamonds N (6-1)-Also makes the 4th start after a hiatus and has been overmatched. Drops to a spot to shine and Joe B could get the top and play catch me if you can.

$1.00 Late Pick 4

1,2,5/2,3/4,6/1,3,4,6
Total Bet=$48

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