Yonkers Raceway begins the weekend with a 10-race card. The $2.00 Late Pick 4 starts in Race 7, and it will be my focus. Comments and selections below are based on a fast track.

Race 7 (8:45 PM EDT)

1-Gooden Quest N (6-1)-This mare has good results when leaving from the inside. Gets a new set of hand with Pat Lachance taking the lines, fits, and should offer a square price.
4-Kiss My Cheek (7/5)-This is a competitive mare who took advantage of a hot fractions and rolled on in the back half for the 2nd win in 9 starts this year. Looks like a major player and should get a smooth trip.

Race 8 (9:05 PM EDT)

1-Torrone (4-1)-The 0-11 record is an issue but takes a good drop to a competitive level. Should be in play from start to finish leaving from the rail. Brent Holland gets the most out this mare and could have in position for a win.
2-Bontoni Delgato S (8-1)-Put in a qualifier at MR on 5-7 and the Mark Ford barn post 24% winners off a layoff. Fits with this kind and Yannick Gingras could look to get the point and play catch me if you can.

Race 9 (9:25 PM EDT)

1-Vibrance (5/2)-Raced wide in last and was still able to roll by down the lane. Now bumps up but will respect chances of a double up in a race without a standout.
5-Katies Up (4-1)-This will be the 1st race in the Petter Engblom barn and raced well in last. Takes a meaningful drop and should be in play off the gate.
7-Talent To Spare A (8-1)-Bumps up after a sharp win and has the gate speed to get a decent seat. Could look to come off cover tonight and finish best of all.

Race 10 (9:45 PM EDT)

4-Creative Venture (7/5)-Doesn't usually leaves to get on the engine but did so last time. Worked to get the top and faded late in the mile. Could be sitting on a big try and doesn't need to lead every step of the way to beat this crew. Holland could work an efficient trip, and this time prove to be the best down the lane.

$2 Late Pick 4

1,4/1,2/1,5,7/4
Total Bet=$24

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