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Interleague Results

The 2015 MLB regular season will usually feature at least one Interleague game every day. All teams will play exactly 20 Interleague games broken down into eight series, four at home and four on the road.

AMERICAN LEAGUE RESULTS (2013-2015)

Team 2013 2014 2015 (Home-Away)

Baltimore Orioles 11-9 12-8 (0-0, 1-4)

Boston Red Sox 14-6 9-11 (2-1, 2-1)

Chicago White Sox 8-12 11-9 (2-1, 2-1)

Cleveland Indians 11-9 10-10 (4-2, 0-0)

Detroit Tigers 12-8 12-8 (1-2, 4-2)

Houston Astros 8-12 5-15 (1-1, 3-0)

Kansas City Royals 9-11 15-5 (4-1, 0-0)

Los Angeles Angels 10-10 12-8 (3-2, 0-3)

Minnesota Twins 8-12 9-11 (0-0, 2-0)

New York Yankees 9-11 13-7 (2-1, 0-2)

Oakland Athletics 13-7 13-7 (0-0, 0-0)

Seattle Mariners 8-12 9-11 (1-1, 0-3)

Tampa Bay Rays 12-8 10-10 (0-0, 3-2)

Texas Rangers 10-10 10-10 (0-0, 1-1)

Toronto Blue Jays 11-9 13-7 (1-2, 0-0)

AL Totals 164-146 163-137 (21-14, 18-19)



NATIONAL LEAGUE RESULTS (2013-2015)

Team 2013 2014 2015 (Home-Away)

Arizona Diamondbacks 11-9 7-13 (1-1, 0-0)

Atlanta Braves 11-9 7-13 (1-1, 2-1)

Chicago Cubs 13-7 9-11 (0-0, 0-0)

Cincinnati Reds 11-9 6-14 (0-0, 1-7)

Colorado Rockies 5-15 7-13 (0-0, 0-2)

Los Angeles Dodgers 12-8 11-9 (3-0, 0-0)

Miami Marlins 9-11 13-7 (3-3, 0-0)

Milwaukee Brewers 6-14 11-9 (1-2, 2-1)

New York Mets 11-9 11-9 (2-0, 1-2)

Philadelphia Phillies 7-13 7-13 (1-2, 0-0)

Pittsburgh Pirates 15-5 11-9 (1-4, 0-0)

St. Louis Cardinals 10-10 8-12 (1-2, 3-3)

San Diego Padres 8-12 9-11 (0-3, 3-2)

San Francisco Giants 6-14 10-10 (3-0, 1-1)

Washington Nationals 11-9 10-10 (2-0, 1-2)

NL Totals 146-164 137-163 (19-18, 14-21)

Updated - Thu May 28, 2015, 6:30 PM ET

 

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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Century Downs

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 3 - Post: 2:40 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 67 - Purse:$2900 - CLAIMING 4000


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 8 BOOK MY FLITE 4/1


# 1 CENALTA FIREWORKS 8/1


# 2 BARONA JAVA 5/1


BOOK MY FLITE sure does look ready to win. Cannot put a finger on it, but love this mare for a bet. Hard to put finger on it, but support her this time. Take a look at this solid standardbred's average speed rating of 78 and compare to today's class rating. Looks like a really good bet. CENALTA FIREWORKS - Many analyzers know speed is of the utmost importance. This race horse has credentials with a 75 avg stat. This interesting entrant looks dangerous considering the high class figures. Don't throw out of any exotics. BARONA JAVA - The 2 position sports a well above average win statistic at Century Downs. With a really strong 64 TrackMaster speed fig last time out, will clearly be a factor in this race.

 

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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Saratoga Harness

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 3 - Post: 7:25 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 83 - Purse:$8200 - $15,000 CLAIMING WITH ALLOWANCE FOR NON-WINNERS 9 EXT PARI-MUTUEL RACES OR $60,000 LIFE SARATOGA


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 3 SHOW STOPPING 5/2


# 8 JOHNS POLYVIEW 6/1


# 7 LARUSSA STL 9/2


SHOW STOPPING has a very nice shot to take this race. Take a look at this solid standardbred's average speed statistic of 85 and compare to today's class rating. Looks like a competitive wager. This horse has been racing against some of the most competitive horses in this group of horses lately. If performance in the last race is representative, this nice horse will have a very really strong shot in this one. High last race speed figure. JOHNS POLYVIEW - Beckwith has been very good at moving his interesting entrants down in class. Could provide us a win based on very nice recent speed ratings - earning an avg of 89. LARUSSA STL - The consortium happens to know that when you put Siegelman and Sherman together great results frequently occur. Driver-trainer are a potent duo when teaming up on a common contender. 9 percent return on investment within the recent past.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Hastings Park

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 6 - Maiden Claiming - 6.5f on the Dirt. Purse: $10500 Class Rating: 60

FOR MAIDENS, THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD. THREE YEAR OLDS, 117 LBS.; OLDER, 122 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $8,000, IF FOR $7,000, ALLOWED 3 LBS.


RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 6 KISS EM GOODBYE 5/2


# 2 INSTANT CASH 8/1


# 8 RENEGADE COWBOY 3/1


I like KISS EM GOODBYE here. Could provide positive returns based on very strong recent speed figures with an average of 52. I think having Buchanan ride this gelding is a smart selection. Will probably come out strong - I have liked the way this gelding has moved quickly to the front end recently. INSTANT CASH - Garnered a formidable Equibase speed fig in the most recent race. Can run another good one in this race. Looks very strong for the conditions of this race today, showing solid figures in dirt sprint races as of late. RENEGADE COWBOY - Looks competitive for the conditions of this contest today, showing solid figs in dirt sprint races lately. Well above average win rate at this distance/surface.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Louisiana Downs

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 6 - Claiming - 8.0f on the Turf. Purse: $12000 Class Rating: 80

FOR ACCREDITED LA BRED THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON THREE RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 118 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE SINCE APRIL 30 ALLOWED 3 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $12,500, IF FOR $10,000, ALLOWED 2 LBS. (IF DEEMED INADVISABLE BY MANAGEMENT TO RUN THIS RACE OVER THE TURF COURSE, IT WILL BE RUN ON THE MAIN TRACK AT 1 MILE AND


RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 6 ONE GRAND KING 9/2


# 1 SKYCLASSIC WAY 5/2


# 5 BOUNDTOBESPECIAL 15/1


I give my vote to ONE GRAND KING here. The average Equibase class rating alone makes this entrant a contender. This pony has to be in good form coming back to the track so soon. Has the look of a profitable bet. SKYCLASSIC WAY - Ran a very strong last race. A solid 83 avg Equibase class rating may give this gelding a distinct class edge versus this group of horses. BOUNDTOBESPECIAL - Don't let this gelding slip past you. Could win at a big price. Very solid rider with conditioner figures make this horse a strong selection.

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Emerald Downs - Race #9 - Post: 5:54pm - Claiming - 6.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $18,800 Class Rating: 85

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#5 HETTY (ML=7/2)
#2 SOCIETY GIRL (ML=10/1)
#9 HEY DIDJANOTIS (ML=6/1)


HETTY - The most dangerous animal in racing is the lone speed horse. If they let her get away early they probably won't catch her. A big drop down in class rating points from her April 19th race at Emerald Downs. Based on that element, I will give this animal the edge. Mare had the second fastest workout of the day prepping for this. The jock has had great success with this animal in the past. Didn't ride last time but gets back in the saddle today. SOCIETY GIRL - Trainer Fergason moves this horse down the class scale to face a lower class of horses. Look for a strong race in this race. Last time out, ran the last quarter in less than 25 ticks. What that tells me is she can close well, and should be right there at the finish line in today's contest. Have to like the way Fergason has raced this mare back into shape off the layoff. Animal is well spotted in this sprint and I think she'll run well today. HEY DIDJANOTIS - Hall brings her right back. I suggest you stick with this hot filly.

Vulnerable Contenders: #3 SUNPENNY (ML=3/1), #4 STEPHANIE PLUM (ML=9/2), #1 FINDING MORE (ML=6/1),

SUNPENNY - Generally I need a sprinter to have some success lately in short distance races in order to back her. STEPHANIE PLUM - Not easy to wager on any thoroughbred in a sprint affair at 9/2 when she hasn't shown any successful endeavors in sprints in the last sixty days. FINDING MORE - Where is the pace? None to be found in here to set things up for this thoroughbred. Not easy to bet on any mount in a sprint clash at 6/1 when she hasn't shown any on the board results in sprints in the last couple of months. Notched a quite unimpressive speed rating last time out in a $32,000 Claiming race on Nov 29th. Not probable to see an improved performance off of that rating.


STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Play #5 HETTY to win if you can get odds of 4/1 or more

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [2,5,9]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Box [2,5,9] Total Cost: $6

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
None

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Belterra Park - Race #2 - Post: 2:14pm - Claiming - 5.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $5,400 Class Rating: 73

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#5 RIGATONI (ML=2/1)


RIGATONI - A thoroughbred coming back this soon after a good contest is a good signal. Don't often see a lucrative return on investment like +93. This rider/trainer duet has done well together over the last twelve months. I usually like playing sprinters who are 3-4 races into a come back.

Vulnerable Contenders: #1 STOWE (ML=9/5), #2 LOBI LOBI (ML=5/2), #4 REBEL ROCKET (ML=5/1),

STOWE - Speed figures tell a story of lessening physical condition. I checked out his pps and he hasn't done well out of the one slot. LOBI LOBI - 5/2 odds isn't enough for this one when scrutinizing the most recent showings. Somewhat easily forgotten speed rating last race out at Presque Isle Downs at 5 1/2 furlongs. Don't believe this less than sharp equine will improve too much in today's event. REBEL ROCKET - This equine hasn't been around in either of his last two outings. This gelding hasn't had any positive outcomes in sprint races in the last two months. The speed fig in the last race doesn't fit very well in this affair when I look at the Equibase class figure of today's race. Mark this horse as a possibly overvalued equine.

Top HatGUEST COMMENTARY: Hal - RIGATONI - With the highest last speed rating of 69, this gelding looks exceptional against these horses.


STRAIGHT WAGERS:
#5 RIGATONI is the play if we get odds of 1/1 or better

EXACTA WAGERS:
Pass

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
None

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
None

 

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Handicapped by Rick Needham at Belmont Park

RACE #9 - BELMONT PARK - 5:28 PM EASTERN POST


The Pennine Ridge Stakes

9.0 FURLONGS INNER TURF THREE YEAR OLDS STAKES $200,000.00 PURSE

#1A TAKEOVER TARGET
#6 DIVISIDERO
#5 WORLD APPROVAL
#7 MADE IN DETROIT

Well folks ... Pennine Ridge was at his best as a sophomore on the Belmont Park turf course in 1994. He picked up his first graded stakes victory in the Hill Prince (G3). Jerry Bailey, a year away from his Hall of Fame induction was aboard as they wired the field and set a stakes record of 1:39.87. The colt, owned by New York Racing Association chairman Allan Dragone's December Hill Farm and trained by David Donk, returned in the fall. A far less established jockey, John Velazquez, was in the irons to take the Jamaica (G2). It was just the third G2 win in New York for Velazquez, who interestingly enough, was aboard Gala Award, to win this stakes race last year. Here in just the 2nd running of this stakes event, #1A TAKEOVER TARGET is the overall speed and pace profile leader in this field, and is undefeated in a two race career, winning both in "POWER RUN FASHION." Jockey Irad Ortiz was in his irons for those two wins, and is back this afternoon here in Elmont for his 3rd ride, gunning for a "Hat Trick Win!" #6 DIVISIDERO has hit the board in each of his 3 career starts to date, including a pair of "POWER RUN WINS" being embedded in this streak of racing consistency to begin his young career.

 

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Balmoral: Saturday 5/30 Analysis
By Jeremey Day

DRF HARNESS


Race 4 - $25,000 Guaranteed Pick Five Pool ($11,081 C/O)

Race 9 - $15,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

Jeremey’s 50 cent Pick Five Play:

2,5 / 1,5 / 3,4,5 / 4,8,10 / 1,3,5 = $54

Best Bet (21 - 32 / $78.40): BIG MOON RIZING (1st)

Spot Play: QUINNOCCHIO (5th)


Race 1

(7) BIG MOON RIZING looks to have a lot of ability and should be ready for a big effort third start off the bench. (5) FRISKY BOB paced a decent mile in his career debut and has room to improve. (4) TEMPLE OF ZOOM comes off a nice qualifier in a field full of question marks.

Race 2

(1) SIR ARTHUR D should offer a nice price with the best post in a wide open race. (4) DELIGHT FASHION well bred pacer appears to be getting better with every start; threat. (7) OFFICIALLY YOURS four-year-old owns a big brush when timed right and was the top driver's choice.

Race 3

(8) FOX VALLEY QATAR was getting short late last out but will look to make it three straight. (3) ALLPOWERNOEMOTION gelding has been showing consistent improvement and gets a post edge on his main rivals. (7) CAPTAIN GREEDY didn't miss by much last race to the top choice but is probably best used underneath.

Race 4

(5) HARPER VALLEY BOY was much better last start and has room to improve for proven connections. (2) BINGO PRINCE sophomore pacer is 0 for his career but finds a weak and inconsistent field; threat. (8) FOX VALLEY CADET came up empty last week after a nice start prior.

Race 5

(1) QUINNOCCHIO has a ton of upside in an evenly matched race. (5) DUPAGE'S Z TAM looks to be primed for a big effort third start back off a layoff. (2) ENGINE ONE O ONE has breaking issues but could be the fastest pacer in the field when the kinks get worked out.

Race 6

(5) SHINE N SHIMMER historically hasn't fared well on the big track but the pacing mare finds a much softer field than what she's been recently facing. (4) SEEYOUATTHEFINISH had some issues in Indiana but if right the mare's a major player against this group. (3) DP ANGEL was the driver's choice coming off a dominating victory.

Race 7

(8) DINKY DUNE can prove he's the real deal with a win against the best the state has to offer. (4) DIXIE'S BOY is very talented and just needs a smooth trip for a piece. (10) EARNDAWG reigning 2-year-old champ will get some help from his uncoupled entry mates ensuring a fast pace to close into. (3) LUCPARK gets a big post edge on his main rivals; threat.

Race 8

(5) SOUTHWIND SCORPION raced huge last out against a much better bunch; big chance. (1) EVERGREENSDUNESIDE will look to make it two straight at this level but will need more to get past the top choice. (3) SUNSET DREAMER impeccably bred pacer was roughed up last out but usually races gamely.

Race 9

(8) IN OVER MY HEAD nine-year-old stallion will look to make it three in a row and should be primed for a huge effort third start back off the layoff. (7) LENNOX BLUE CHIP takes a huge drop in class and was the driver's choice of three. (1) BIG BRAD has really lacked pop late but is capable of hitting the ticket underneath.

Race 10

(3) LUCKY CRUSADER faces much weaker and just needs a smooth trip. (7) SIR MAMMO is starting to crank it up but faces older and needs some racing luck. (9) FEELNLIKEAROCKSTAR sophomore pacer also faces older but has a nice pedigree and raced tremendous last start.

Race 11

(4) SPECIAL JOE picks up a huge driver change; fires early. (2) SAGE RUCK has been unable to beat weaker but usually jumps up with a big effort once or twice a year; command a price. (1) MADOFF seven-year-old stallion is loaded with ability and is also capable of pacing a big mile.

Race 12

In a tough race to gauge (9) FRISKIE FLICKER put in a much better effort last out than what looks on paper. If the pacing mare can find a way into the race she's a huge threat at a price. (1) WINGS was hot earlier in the year but gets sent out for a provisional pilot. (7) MR LELAND'S FILLY has been a huge disappointment so far this year. If the 3-year-old can get her gait worked out she could blow past this field late.

 

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Mohawk: Saturday 5/30 Analysis
By Garnet Barnsdale

DRF HARNESS

Race 4 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

EARLY $1 PICK 4:

3,4,10/1,10/1,3,4/1,4,9 = $36


LATE $1 PICK 4: 1,2,3/1,5,6/3,5,8/2,7 = 54

MEET STATS: 93 - 292 / $536.60 BEST BETS: 12 - 26 / $42.50

SPOT PLAYS: 4 - 24 / $40.80

Best Bet: STUBBORN BELLE (3rd)

Spot Play: MAJOR HOMER (10th)


Race 1

(1) QUIT SMOKING NOW plunges in class and gets major post relief, a formula which has worked before for him; top call in the opener. (8) PAPER BACKED LINDY also drops and should be a major contender with these if he stays on gait throughout. (9) JUSTCALLMERONALD has also faced better recently and had gait issues. This is a tough dash to figure out to start the card.

Race 2

(5) CHEYENNE REIDER continues to roll right along in this class. He never looks great doing it down the lane, but, he gets the job done. He should work out another great trip here. (8) GRANDE SEELSTER was too far back last time in a quick mile. He is obviously sharp but Drury needs to leave in the top 3 to give this one a chance. (6) TWOMICKEYTRIP is priced to sell for the first time after missing a month's action. Tough call, but he obviously has the speed to win this if ready and somewhat right.

Race 3

(2) STUBBORN BELLE returned to action with an easy win in her elimination and is the one to knock off here. (6) MEADOW SEELSTER miscued early but made a tremendous recovery to finish second to the choice; threat. (3) SECOND SISTER stole two :29 quarters after the big favorite broke and it was game over in her elim. She is a contender but it won't be that easy here.

Race 4

(4) ATOMIC MILLION AM has hit the exacta 19 times out of 22 starts in the past two years and should get a good pace to chase here in his return to Mohawk. (3) CARACCI HANOVER is razor-sharp and has upset potential if kept close enough early. (10) MELMERBY BEACH miscued early last time but the lead looks there for the taking even starting from the 10-hole if he can stay flat. Note the huge trip two back.

Race 5

(1) CLIMB HIGHER blew up when well in front now adds trotting hopples which will likely straighten out the breaking issue; call to make amends. (10) LITTLE RED CHEV ambushed the field from this post last time at a big price. A repeat isn't out of the question. (3) ELIZA DREAM has been racing consistently for weeks and is a good one for exotic wagers.

Race 6

(3) SOLAR SISTER has been lights out twice in a row from the 10-hole to start the year. She should be even tougher from a better post here. (1) MUCH ADOO has shown rapid improvement and is in with a shot here at a price. (4) WRANGLER MAGIC was raced easily last week in her seasonal bow and is a dangerous contender here with $127K on the line.

Race 7

(4) PRECOCIOUS BEAUTY had three qualifiers in 11 days preparing for this 4YO debut and meets a field she should be able to handle; on top. (1) BEACH GAL disappointed last time but can rebound here on the slight class drop. (9) REGIL ELEKTRA ships in and moves to Robinson's barn; interesting.

Race 8

(3) MITTCENT VAN GOGH had a tightener, faces easier and gets a positive driver change. Look for a much more aggressive steer here. (2) THEPANINSULAHOTEL hasn't win this year yet but might do just that if he can repeat his last mile; dangerous. (1) ARAMBLIN HANOVER continues to tag along for on-the-board finishes which is likely repeated again here.

Race 9

(1) ELLIS PARK closed in :25 2/5 and could still manage only fourth in his latest mile at The Big M. He returns to his favorite track razor-sharp; top call. (5) VEGAS VACATION closed a big gap in his first start in more than a year and will soon be King of the hill again, it appears. He may still need another start or two to show his best, however(6) SHAMBALLA flashed his wicked late speed to beat lesser now missed 4 weeks action; mixed signals.

Race 10

(3) MAJOR HOMER faced some salty three-year-olds twice in a row and wasn't disgraced. These are more his people and he should be a square price. (5) ROCK ME AMASTREOS got scorched chasing a wicked early pace and should get a much more favorable pace scenario here. (8) ASLAN will be coming late and the slight class rise can be overcome if he is close enough turning home.

Race 11

(7) THUNDER STEELER drops in class and goes here for Waxman, who has had great success with this one at Mohawk; top call but he will likely be a short price. (2) NIRVANA SEELSTER also drops and is a sharp foe that could trip out; beware. (6) CAPTIVE AUDIENCE continues to be a win-shy type but should get a piece of the Super. (4) ODDYSEUS BLUE CHIP cut a wild pace last time and paid the price. He is likely to follow along for a share here. (1) BURNING SHORE is also one that is good for completing bottom rungs of vertical wagers.

 

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Meadowlands: Saturday 5/30 Analysis
By Derick Giwner

[DRF HARNESS

Race 1 - $30,000 Guaranteed Pick Five Pool

Race 3 - $25,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

Race 7 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

CHAMPIONSHIP MEET STATS: 30 - 102 / $125.10 BEST BETS: 5 - 7 / $14.50

Best Bet: STACIA HANOVER (8th)

Spot Play: STEADY PULSE (5th)


Race 1

(2) MUFFIN’S MAN raced well in his 3-year-old debut and doesn’t exactly face the best in the division tonight. (7) ARTSMAH gunned down the road at Pocono most recently and a similar effort should put him in the mix. (3) BRUCE’S MAGIC comes off a strange qualifier where he gapped then came on late; mixed feelings.

Race 2

(2) JENERAL PATTON couldn’t sustain while first over last Saturday. With the #3 and #6 leaving to his outside, I’m hoping for some live cover via the post one horse. (6) ART HISTORY has won five straight and is clearly the one to bet if you like 3-5 shots that could possibly lose. I’ll use him on my pick five ticket but avoid on the win end. (3) DAPPER DUDE did all the heavy lifting and helped set a new lifetime mark for the former.

Race 3

(2) HIGHLAND TERRIFIC owns a win over the track and adds Tetrick this week. (4) BATTLESHOE TOM has been racing reasonably well at Freehold and should be forwardly placed. (1) PAIR OF DICE is another contender in a wide open race for lower level types. I’d expect driver Joe Martin to push off the gate hard from the pylons. (6) LITTLE GOLD RING is still searching for his first win of the year. Perhaps the big track will help.

Race 4

I honestly don’t have a ton of confidence in (10) MISSION BRIEF from what I’ve seen so far in 2015. That said, Mission Brief on her B game beats these easily. If she doesn’t break, she wins. (3) MODEL BEHAVIOR showed a hint of ability in the second leg of NJSS and seems to be trending upward. (4) RILEY’S DREAM has a perfect in-the-money record; using underneath only. (2) RULES OF THE ROAD has been inconsistent but can step up at times.

Race 5

(9) STEADY PULSE comes off what looks like an even effort, but he was pacing pretty good down the lane last time. Michael Russo trainee reunites with Gingras and should be firing off the wings of the gate. (1) MAMBO ITALIANO has pylon position and early speed; threat with the right trip. (10) MOONLIGHT RANSOM has proven to be a consistent performer at this level and may be able to overcome the outside draw. (2) MAH SISH N had no shot from post eight at Freehold; worth a look.

Race 6

(4) HURRIKANE ALI has done everything that has been asked of him this year and done it very easily. He’ll get a true test from (8) ARTSPEAK tonight, but does have a tactical edge with the inside post. The latter posted a sizzling 1:49 mile in his 3-year-old debut and is obviously very dangerous. (6) GOKUDO HANOVER has raced well in just about every start; using underneath. (9) DEALT A WINNER has some ability but comes off a scratched-sick line and drew poorly.

Race 7

(1) FREDDY DAY HANOVER brushed and crushed in last week’s preliminary round. Veteran campaigner has proven himself here on many occasions and deserves the call in a tough race to handicap. (5) YOU BET YOUR GLASS went down the road a week ago and seems likely to be pointed in that direction again. (6) DRAGON LORE raced well in his first start with Lasix added. This guy is plenty fast and has a big shot of winning this mini-series. (2) FRITZIE PIC UP MAN has been racing very well of late but the top three have a bit more upside.

Race 8

(4) STACIA HANOVER has been handled conservatively in each of her starts this year. This daughter of Western Ideal-Stolly Up Bluechip has plenty of talent and could be unleashed on Saturday. (6) HAPPINESS has been super for trainer Ron Burke this year and certainly looks like the one to beat on the front. (1) LINDYS OLD LADY is perfect in two career starts. She is hard to dismiss.

Race 9

(4) K-LEES SHAKENBAKE has been doing his usual chase early and sprint late routine with no results versus better foes. He drops back down this week and should be able to pick up live cover in a race with some outside speed. (5) MISTER VIRGIN sheds $10k off his claiming tag and figures to have a clear path to the top. (6) MISTER TRUTH looks plenty fast enough if you ignore the equipment issue last time. (7) WINDSONG GORGEOUS is a proven commodity that may be on the wrong side of a form spree.

Race 10

(5) STONEHOUSE ADAM had pace at both ends of the mile last Saturday. Expect Gingras to take charge in this spot. (2) MAGNUS DEO is another which started and finished well last time. Gelding has been in form lately. (4) ONE MORE MIRACLE could leave fast and sit a good trip behind the top choice.

Race 11

(4) CANEPA HANOVER gets a driver change to Yannick Gingras, which helps, but the best part is that he drew inside of main rival (6) GUESS WHOS BACK and will likely be able to control the race to some extent. The latter is perfect in two starts this year and is probably on level playing ground in terms of talent. (2) FRENCH LAUNDRY is a nice trotter that is sure to be forgotten in the wagering.

Race 12

(3) MY NAME IS SAM came up with a nice effort last week while losing to a quality foe. (7) WELL BRED showed some heart to dig in for the win in his qualifier. (1) SHADES OF BAY is a clear player judging by his first two races of 2015.

Race 13

(5) DANCIN HILL has been slowly working his way into shape. I think we are ready to see a big mile from him. (8) LONG LIVE ROCK returns to the Meadowlands at a reduced level and is very dangerous. (6) SHADOWS DREAM has been stuck with outside posts at Yonkers since the trainer change. (2) PIECE OF THE ROCK is off a win at Freehold; exotics player.

 

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Yonkers: Saturday 5/30 Analysis
By Matt Rose

DRF HARNESS

MEET STATS: 163 - 501 / $871.70 BEST BETS: 21 - 40 / $76.60

Best Bet: REUBEN BROGDEN N (10th)

Spot Play: FAT MANS ALLEY (9th)


Race 1

(3) ANNIESWESTERNCARD got shuffled and lost his best chance in his local return; Burke-trained veteran can show more tonight. (2) CHEYENNE JEFFREY bumped up to this level and was good third off a tough trip; Siegelman trainee is sharp and draws well. (1) STATION THREEOHSIX has seemingly forgotten how to win but he must be included from the best post with the leading driver.

Race 2

(1) WARRAWEE NEEDY drops in class again and lands inside with his controlling speed; this looks like a now-or-never spot. (2) DELCO ROCKNROLL was buried and had no chance last out but did finish with pace; Sears drives tonight. (6) VALIDUS DEO was jammed up with nowhere to go last week; he also gets class relief but draws poorly.

Race 3

(8) MICHAEL'S POWER was collared by a very sharp shipper last time but it was still a solid effort; he's got the early speed to overcome the eight hole handicap. (1) CASIMIR JITTERBUG was a touch short from the pocket last week but he could be in line for a similar trip. (5) THE REAL ONE is mighty consistent for Lachance and he could be a closing threat.

Race 4

(1) IN THE ARSENAL took care of business in his elimination, digging in when engaged late. He gets a nice cozy inside draw for the Rooney final and the sharp three-year-old should be able to handle these. (1A) BETTING EXCHANGE had a very nice acclimating mile last week and being coupled with the top choice makes him great insurance if you're betting on the entry. (3) ARQUE HANOVER had plenty of pace from the pocket but broke in the final turn. He recovered enough to make the final and the Casie Coleman trainee can be given a good look. (2) ROCK N' ROLL WORLD has been second best in all four of his 2015 efforts and he draws best here for a close-up trip.

Race 5

(6) REDISCOVERY was a solid second to the classy Wake Up Peter last week at Philly; Burke trainee should fit well here. (2) NATIONAL DEBT has underachieved in his career but he wasn't all that bad in the Levy. (8) BETTOREVER is razor-sharp for Bamond but he may be done in by post eight.

Race 6

(3) SASSA HANOVER looked good chasing top horses such as JK She'salady in her freshman season and she should be good to go in this short-but-select field. (1A) TOTALLY RUSTY has transitioned nicely from the Delaware-bred ranks and the owners paid $15,000 to supplement into this race. (4) PURRFECT BAGS has also been big racing in Delaware and she arrives off two blowout qualifiers.

Race 7

(3) MARINER SEELSTER finds a pretty soft field of NW25000 types tonight and the Mark Ford trainee may be able to take advantage. (1) SANTANNA ONE draws best and is still looking for his first seasonal win. (2) SHORTSTACKED is back up in class off a trip-sitting win just five days ago.

Race 8

(4) IN COMMANDO was uncovered last out and shaken off by a well-meant winner; prior efforts were good and he can rebound here with some racing luck. (1) BET THE MOON had the eight hole last week and had absolutely no chance; it's a whole new ballgame tonight from the rail. (5) SMOOTH CRIMINAL also gets some class and post relief and seems very logical in here.

Race 9

(3) FAT MANS ALLEY had missed almost a month prior to last week's race, where he had no shot from the outside post. This seems like a much more realistic spot. (4) FRANKIES DRAGON had also missed time prior to last week's effort and he tired after an aggressive try; threat. (6) ROCK ON MOE has been razor-sharp in his last handful of efforts.

Race 10

(1) REUBEN BROGDEN N sprinted home nicely to keep a rival at bay last week, just his second U.S. start. Import seems good enough to handle better. (2) GALACTIC GALLEON is another down-under import who's been racing well; second best? (4) TEXICAN N is back at his preferred venue after a failed try at Philly.

Race 11

(3) RU READY TO ROCK fired home from third over to share for win honors last week; he may strike again from slightly off the pace. (2) HEEZ ORL BLACK N was used early last out by Vallee and came up empty late; he's better than that. (4) FLEM N EM N didn't really have an excuse last out but all in all he's been improved recently.

Race 12

(1) AMERICAN VENTURE returns locally and was in the Levy when last seen here; Sabot trainee gets my vote in the finale, but he is by no means a lock. (5) SAFE HARBOR picks up Brennan with Dube opting off and I can envision him leaving hard from the gate. (4) JD'S CALEB MAN drove on early and controlled lesser last out; the aformentioned Dube sticks with him and maybe he can land a share.

 

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SPOT PLAYS

For Saturday


TRACK (RACE) HORSE, MORNING LINE


Arlington (3rd) Wildwood Dancer, 9-2
(8th) Sweep E Prado, 6-1

Belmont Park (1st) Galroyale, 3-1
(5th) Longfor the City, 7-2

Belterra Park (7th) Schoolmistress, 7-2
(8th) Our Bailiwick, 5-1


Delaware Park (5th) Oxford Street, 7-2
(6th) Arangol, 3-1


Emerald Downs (4th) In Private, 9-2
(7th) Epic Electorate, 5-1


Evangeline Downs (1st) Black N Gold, 7-2
(3rd) Ide Be Silly, 6-1


Finger Lakes (4th) French Cruller, 5-1
(6th) Sky Fortune, 3-1


Golden Gate Fields (1st) Sister Hubert, 9-2
(5th) Deputy Copycat, 3-1


Gulfstream Park (2nd) Huehuetoca, 4-1
(5th) Valid Wildfire, 3-1


Hastings Park (4th) Roy's Dream, 4-1
(5th) Makawao, 7-2


Indiana Grand (2nd) Heavenly Zing, 9-2
(5th) Serious Talk, 4-1


Lone Star Park (1st) Pa Loli, 3-1
(8th) Witt's Demon, 3-1


Louisiana Downs (3rd) Udoknowjack, 3-1
(7th) Eddie's Deal, 4-1


Monmouth Park (2nd) Tricky Game, 3-1
(5th) Freestyler, 7-2


Mountaineer (2nd) Vickie's Joy, 5-1
(8th) Turkish Lies, 9-2


Parx Racing (2nd) Kensington Kid, 7-2
(5th) Indian Defence, 3-1


Penn National (1st) Prize Exhibit, 7-2
(6th) Silver and Onions, 3-1


Pimlico (8th) I.E. Flash, 6-1
(9th) Cusabo, 6-1


Prairie Meadows (3rd) Crazy Jacito, 3-1
(6th) Take What You Can, 9-2


Santa Anita (4th) Go Jeremiah, 7-2
(9th) Pay the Fine, 4-1


Thistledown (2nd) Big Roques, 7-2
(5th) Red River Heidi, 7-2


Woodbine (2nd) Harveys in Court, 3-1
(4th) Hutchy, 6-1

 

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NHL

Chicago won first 14 faceoffs in Game 6, was 33-17 for game; home side won last three series games. Anaheim is 11-4 in playoffs this year but 3-3 in this series; two of Ducks' losses in this series were in 3OT/2OT- over is 8-3-2 in last 13 Duck games, 4-0-2 in this series. Chicago won seven of its last 11 games with Anaheim; road team has won nine of last 13 series games. Over is 10-3-3 in last sixteen Chicago games. Ducks outhit Chicago 251-185 in last five games- they're 2-14 on power play in this series;; Chicago is 3-22 on power play in series. Over is 7-4-2 in this round of the playoffs.

 

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Baseball Betting: Streaks, Tips, Notes

Atlanta Braves at San Francisco Giants May 30, 10:05 EST

In a series that has kept 'Under' bettors happy the Atlanta Braves and San Francisco Giants play the third a four game set at AT&T Park. In the Braves and Giants' last 12 meetings the teams hold a 9-3 'Under' record. Additionally, the Giants have played 'Under' the total in 4-of-5 at AT&T park with Lincecum on the mound. Giants have also failed to top the total in 12 of their last 17 home games. The total for this contest is currently sitting at 7 runs.

 

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Five To Follow MLB Betting: Saturday, May 30, 2015 Opening Line Report
by Alan Matthews

I'm certainly right more than wrong when dealing with baseball predictions -- perhaps not as much as I'd like to be -- but I'll eat crow when necessary. Have you seen the MLB standings entering the weekend? The Minnesota Twins are tied for first in the AL Central. I absolutely didn't see that coming and, like most, expected slight improvement this season for the team but still a last-place finish in perhaps MLB's deepest division. The Twins also have the best home record in the American League. Paul Molitor was a great player. Apparently he knows what he's doing as a manager as well. I still don't believe this lasts because of questionable pitching, but at least Twins fans have a reason to care until the Vikings get going.

Blue Jays at Twins (-125, 8.5)

This is your earliest start at 2:10 p.m. ET. The Twins entered Friday on a five-game winning streak, and they have won four straight series: Rays, Pirates (on road), White Sox (on road) and Red Sox (sweep). I defy you to name five Twins -- Joe Mauer, Torii Hunter and Phil Hughes don't count. It's Kyle Gibson (4-3, 2.72) for Minnesota on Saturday. He has been a big reason why the Twins are so good, allowing more than three runs just once all season. Last time out he beat the White Sox, allowing a run and four hits over eight innings and striking out a season-high eight. Toronto's Josh Donaldson is 1-for-2 with a double off him. Edwin Encarnacion is 0-for-3. The Jays' Aaron Sanchez (4-4, 3.98) has had back-to-back quality starts. He has control issues at times, leading the AL in walks. Sanchez has never faced the Twins.

Key trends: The Twins are 7-0 in Gibson's past seven against teams with a losing record. They are 0-6 in Gibson's past six vs. the AL East. The "over/under" has gone over in nine of Gibson's past 11 at home.

Early lean: Twins and over.


Indians at Mariners (-149, 8)

Been quite a week for Indians first baseman Carlos Santana. He was hit by a pitch on his hand/wrist on Tuesday but avoided any injury from it and kept playing. That's fortunate. Now he's on the paternity leave list, meaning he likely misses this series. He's hitting .221 with six homers and 27 RBIs. Shaun Marcum (1-0, 6.28) goes here for the Tribe. He's simply a rotation fill-in, and Marcum was shelled last time out, allowing seven runs over 2.2 innings vs. the Rangers. Seattle's Robinson Cano is 6-for-17 with two extra-base hits off him. Nelson Cruz has a homer and five RBIs in seven at-bats. Lefty Roenis Elias (2-1, 2.56) has won two straight starts for the Mariners, allowing a run in each. Yan Gomes is 1-for-3 with a solo homer off him. Michael Brantley is 1-for-3 with an RBI.

Key trends: The Tribe are 4-0 in their past four on the road against lefties. Seattle is 0-5 in Elias' past five at home. The under is 5-1 in Cleveland's past six against lefties. The under is 5-0 in Elias' past five at home.

Early lean: Mariners and under.


Nationals at Reds (+119, 7.5)

Washington got bad news Thursday on outfielder Jayson Werth. A CT scan of his left wrist revealed two small fractures. That means he is out until August, and that's only if everything goes well. Werth was hurt May 15 when he was hit on the left wrist by a pitch from Padres right-hander Odrisamer Despaigne in the top of the second inning. Lefty Gio Gonzalez (4-2, 4.53) goes for Washington. The Nats have won his past five. He held the Phillies to a run over 6.1 innings last time out. Joey Votto is 3-for-10 with a double, homer and three RBIs off him. Raisel Iglesias goes for Cincinnati. He took the place of a scratched Johnny Cueto on Sunday in Cleveland and lasted only three innings, allowing two runs and four hits. He has never faced Washington.

Key trends: The Nats are 5-2 in Gonzalez's past seven following a quality start in his last appearance. The under has hit in seven of his past 10 against the NL Central.

Early lean: Nationals and over.


White Sox at Astros

I'll be curious to see how Astros ace Dallas Keuchel (6-1, 1.98) rebounds here. The lefty had allowed just one homer in 64.2 innings this season before giving up two in a loss at Baltimore on Monday. Keuchel allowed a season-high four runs as well. It was the first time he allowed multiple homers in a game since July 27, 2013, against the Blue Jays, a span of 48 appearances (all starts). He also had won eight straight decisions before Monday's loss. Chicago's Melky Cabrera is 3-for-7 with a double off him. Avisail Garcia, assuming he plays as he has battled a minor knee injury, is 1-for-2 with a three-run homer. Fellow southpaw Jose Quintana (2-5, 4.67) goes for the Pale Hose. He was bombed by the Twins last time out, allowing seven runs in six innings. Quintana had been very good the previous five outings. Jason Castro is 4-for-11 with two doubles and three homers against Quintana. Jose Altuve is 3-for-13.

Key trends: Chicago is 1-8 in Quintana's past nine in Game 2 of a series. Houston is 7-1 in Keuchel's past eight at home. The over has failed to hit in Quintana's past 10 on Saturday. The under is 7-1 in Keuchel's past eight at home vs. teams with a losing record.

Early lean: Astros at +130 on runline, under.


Braves at Giants (-169, 7)

Have you noticed the very nice bounce-back season that San Francisco's Tim Lincecum is having? He hasn't finished a season with an ERA under 4.37 since 2011 but is 4-2 with a 2.56 ERA thus far. It seems like he has been around for 15 years, but the "Freak" is only 30. Lincecum didn't pitch great in his last start, allowing four runs and five hits in five innings but still beat the Brewers. New Brave Juan Uribe has plenty of experience vs. Lincecum, going 10-for-36 with two homers, five RBIs and 10 strikeouts. Freddie Freeman hits only .211 off him. Andrelton Simmons .111. Williams Perez (0-0, 4.05) goes for the Braves. The rookie has been good in his two starts, allowing two combined runs in 11 innings with 14 strikeouts and two walks. He has never faced the Giants.

Key trends: The Giants are 5-0 in Lincecum's past five at home vs. teams with a losing record. The under is 4-0 in his past four against the Braves. San Francisco is 7-2 in Lincecum's past nine at home vs. Atlanta.

Early lean: Giants and under.

 

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Arthur Ralph Sports

Bonus Play Sat Cubs w/ Wata -130