Yonkers Raceway has a 10-race card. The $1.00 Pick 5 with a $10,000 guaranteed pool begins in Race 5. 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)

4-Why Not Now (7/2)-The lightly raced 5-year-old has only 2 wins in 24 races since the start of 2024. The Alexander barn seems to be heating up and will look for a big effort tonight. Put in an even try last week but had missed a start and was slow off the gate. Should have a good chance to get a good early seat this week and be in striking range if Always a Thrill falters.
8-Always A Thrill (9/5)-Post 8 could be an issue but can’t say it will be. Has been in a zone, a cut above the rest and has won from out here before. Winner of 3 straight and 6 out of 7 at Yonkers this year is still the one to beat.

Race 8 (9:05 PM EDT)

2-Soho Firestone A (5/2)-Pulled away from age restricted Open Pacers and will need its best here but should be up to the challenge. Gets a new set of hands in George Brennan and he should be able to work a smooth trip.
3-American Dealer N (5-1)-Steps up off a nice try to come a close 2nd and had missed a start. Should fit with these and offer a square price.

Race 9 (9:25 PM EDT)

1-Mind Hunter (4-1)-Drops after being stuck with post 8 and 7 in the last 2 races. Can relish the company and bring a big try leaving from the rail.
3-Hungry Angel Boy (2-1)-Put in a no-move mile from post 8 after shipping in from Saratoga. Lightly raced 5-year-old has had issues but recent form was good in the previous 3 starts. It's hard to figure this De Vita trainee who raced in the Borgata series in April. But this appears more like a spot where a picture could happen.

Race 10 (9:45 PM EDT)

5-Maximus Red A (6-1)-Bumped up to this level last time and that was the 1st start for the Victoria Stratton barn. She has done well with this veteran in the past. Using at a solid price and expecting better in a race without a standout.
6-1-Draintheswamp A (4-1)-Was cashing checks against $40k claimers but hasn't taken a picture in a long time. Dropped to face $30K claimers in last and came 3rd to a couple of tough customers who are not in this field. Has hit the board in 4 of the last 5 starts and is not facing anyone tonight that has finished ahead.

$2 Late Pick 4

4,8/2,3/1,3/5,6
Total Bet=$16

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