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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at The Meadows

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Race 2 - Post: 1:20 - 1 mile. TROT - Class Rating: 68 - Purse:$11500 - CD 3-6YO NW 2 EXT PM RACES OR $13,500 LIFE


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 3 JUDGE RUSSELL 5/2


# 4 BET ON CHIP 5/1


# 2 BRAGADOCIO 15/1


The choice this time is JUDGE RUSSELL. Feel the need for speed, this entrant has been turning in some outstanding TrackMaster SRs averaging around 73. If effort in the most recent contest is any indicator, this standardbred will have a very very good shot for this race. High last race TrackMaster Speed Rating. The trainer Snyder has a knack with this colt, regularly cashing in their contests. BET ON CHIP - Very high winning percentage makes this fine animal an excellent selection to take home the dough. Can't miss this entrant, especially in exotics. Pace rankings put her in the mix here. BRAGADOCIO - The number crunching team saw this horse's name on a tv show. Call it our coffee house play, worth a small bet.

 

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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Pompano Park

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Race 4 - Post: 8:24 - 1 mile. TROT - Class Rating: 76 - Purse:$6600 - CLAIMING $8,000 NO. 10 STARTS FROM 2ND TIER WALLIS PICKED 6 OVER 2


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 5 HAYMAKER 10/1


# 6 BIG PACKAGE 3/1


# 1 LG'S PRIDE 5/1


HAYMAKER will have you running to the cashier's window in here and the potential gain justifies the long odds. The panel of smart guys always likes a proven player. This horse's high winning percentage is evidence of that. BIG PACKAGE - Take a look at this standardbred's average speed figure of 79 and compare to today's class rating. Looks like a formidable bet. The wagering panel gives this entrant a competitive chance to win this one, class stats are tops in the bunch. LG'S PRIDE - Cummings is racking up the wins in recent times. Amazing win percentage makes this horse our choice. The 79 average class rating may give this gelding a distinct edge in the field.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Louisiana Downs

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Race 4 - Claiming - 220y on the Dirt. Purse: $3000 Class Rating: 63

QUARTER HORSE 220Y, FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 124 LBS.; OLDER, 126 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $3,500.


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The Walker Group Picks

# 5 RBD AGOUTI TWO SHOES 4/1


# 4 THISDUDEZOOMIN 5/2


# 1 DASHIN TO NOLA 3/1


RBD AGOUTI TWO SHOES is my choice. Should definitely be carefully examined here if only for the formidable Equibase Speed Fig posted in the last affair. THISDUDEZOOMIN - Displays the look of a lucrative play, averaging a solid 52 speed figure which is one of the most respectable in this field. With a quite good 63 speed rating last time out, will definitely be a factor in this contest. DASHIN TO NOLA - Is a solid choice - given the 56 speed figure from her most recent race.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Turf Paradise

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Race 2 - Claiming - 4.5f on the Dirt. Purse: $7200 Class Rating: 86

FOR CERTIFIED ARIZONA BREDS) FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD. THREE YEAR OLDS, 115 LBS.; OLDER, 123 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF TWO RACES SINCE DECEMBER 23, 2015 ALLOWED 2 LBS. A RACE SINCE THEN ALLOWED 4 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $3,200. ARIZONA BRED CLAIMING PRICE $4,000.


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The Walker Group Picks

# 2 AIRBORNE MARK 7/2


# 4 ROGUE TWISTER 2/1


# 7 TIU 6/1


AIRBORNE MARK figures to be the bet in here. Has to be carefully examined versus this field displaying respectable figures lately and an average Equibase Speed Fig of 77 under similar conditions. Will most likely be one of the leaders of the group going into the midpoint of the race. He has been racing solidly recently while recording solid Equibase Speed Figures. ROGUE TWISTER - Has been close up at the finish most every time recently. The average Equibase class figure alone makes this entrant a definite contender. TIU - Earned a reliable speed figure in the last race. Can run another good one in this race. Is a very solid contender based on figures put up lately under today's conditions.

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Sam Houston - Race #7 - Post: 3:45pm - Allowance - 8.5 furlongs on the Turf. Purse: $20,000 Class Rating: 81

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#6 PREACHER PREACHER (ML=6/1)
#4 KEEP GUESSING (ML=5/1)


PREACHER PREACHER - In this race here, this pony has clearly shown signs that he likes the grass. His speed figs are the highest in the field for this dist-surf. Came home fast last time out at Sam Houston. That type of move bodes well for his chances in this field. KEEP GUESSING - State bred races are generally easier than 'open' company, and this gelding's move into the 'state bred' class today should make him tough in here.

Vulnerable Contenders: #5 UNCLE WITT (ML=3/1), #3 HOP IN (ML=4/1), #1 CAUSEWAY CHOPO (ML=6/1),

UNCLE WITT - Can't play this favorite off the extended layoff. HOP IN - This sustainer should have a rough go of it to be along in time with the lack of speed in this race. Mediocre speed figure last time out at Sam Houston at 1 mile 70 yards. Don't think this entrant will improve too much in today's race. CAUSEWAY CHOPO - The effort last race out on Feb 3rd probably won't hold up against tougher competition when they turn for home. The speed figure in the last race doesn't fit very well in this clash when I look at the class figure of today's race. Mark this animal as a likely underlay.

Top HatGUEST COMMENTARY: The Turf Man - PREACHER PREACHER - This horse is a nice turf runner and he has the top last race TrackMaster turf rating.


STRAIGHT WAGERS:
#6 PREACHER PREACHER is going to be the play if we are getting 5/2 or better

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [4,6]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
None

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Pass

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Mahoning Valley Race Course - Race #7 - Post: 3:26pm - Claiming - 5.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $8,500 Class Rating: 72

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#5 TOP SUITE (ML=8/1)
#8 BACK TO VALUES (ML=5/2)


TOP SUITE - Martinez rode this entrant for the first time in the last race and comes right back in this race. That last outing must not have been too hard on this gelding for him to be able to race again so quickly. Martinez should have him moving strong on the turn. BACK TO VALUES - This gelding is in good form, having run a strong race on February 2nd, finishing third. I like this horse. Should be familiar with this class since he ran against the same type last race out at Mahoning Valley Race Cour.

Vulnerable Contenders: #3 BYTEMARK (ML=9/2), #10 NISTLE'S VALE (ML=5/1), #6 GANGSTER MASON (ML=6/1),

BYTEMARK - Most of the time I need a sprinter to have some recent good showings in short distance contests in order to wager on him. NISTLE'S VALE - This mount ran a mediocre fig last time out. He shouldn't run much better and will probably lose in today's event running that fig. GANGSTER MASON - Let me give you a lesson. For the most part, don't play a maiden breaker out of a maiden claimer next out.


STRAIGHT WAGERS:
#5 TOP SUITE to win at post-time odds of 9/5 or better

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [5,8]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
5 with 8 with [4,6,10] Total Cost: $3

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Pass

 

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Yonkers: Tuesday 2/23 Analysis
By Matt Rose

DRF HARNESS

MEET STATS: 38 - 129 / $231.00

BEST BETS: 5 - 11 / $18.00

Best Bet: DOMINUS HANOVER (8th)

Spot Play: MAGNUM KOSMOS (10th)


Race 1

(5) GREYSTONE CASH has been the victim of some tough trips since dropping to this reduced level and the veteran is worth a look in this suspect field. (7) LETS ROCK TOGETHER returns from the Meadowlands and should go well despite the poor post. (4) OR is always a threat but he really never fired last out when he should have.

Race 2

(3) DOUBLEDAY hasn't put in a bad effort in ages and the value should be there in this wide-open event. (5) TAPIT was a good second in last week's added-distance event. (2) EL DIABLO HALL has some speed and a decent inside post.

Race 3

(5) DULL ROAR gets needed class relief in his local return and he should be aggressively handled. (3) TENDTOWIN ships from Woodbine for Allard and should be a player at first asking. (2) BATTLE CALL lands another good post and can be in line for a smoother trip.

Race 4

(2) MAJOR BUBBLES N drops in class again in his third U.S. start and seeing how these recent Down-Under shippers have been performing it's impossible not to include this one. (3) INTREPID HALL picks up Brennan today and seems capable of better. (5) POACHER N overcame an early break last out and finished with some pace; class drop should help his cause.

Race 5

(6) PHAMILY APPLE picks up the catch-driving Kakaley again for his local return and that's been a good angle for this barn; consider if the price is right. (3) PRINCE ALAND looks like the one to beat off his easy win last out at Freehold but he may be overbet. (2) PLAY THE FIELD squandered a live trip last out but it was an improved effort.

Race 6

(6) EVERY INTENTION raced well in his local debut upon joining the Allard barn; gelding looks like a good fit with these. (7) SHANE ADAM failed at five cents on the dollar last out; clearly you will be getting a better price today. (2) TOUCH OF LUCK needed his last start and can show more.

Race 7

(5) KEYSTONE BODACIOUS didn't fire with a ton of trot last out but did rally for second; prior start was solid and he can be followed again from this spot with suspect speed inside of him. (2) STAYIN STRONG has raced well in two starts for Abbatiello. (1) INSOMNIAC is tough to endorse at this added distance considering he was walking across the finish line last week.

Race 8

(4) DOMINUS HANOVER was a dominating winner last out and faces nothing special here. (10) INUKCHUK CHUCK never got close from a tough spot last out but was a winner start prior. (8) LE TISSIER gets an impossible-to-ignore driver change to Sears.

Race 9

(10) SURFACE TENSION upset right off the bench last out for Garcia-Herrera and he can repeat here at what may be decent value again. (1) ALEXANDER LUKAS was a solid second two back versus better. (3) SUMMER SCENT has been trotting evenly of late for a barn that finally had a winner the other night.

Race 10

(6) MAGNUM KOSMOS went wire-to-wire last week and has been behaving himself recently with Simons controlling; capable of repeating. (1) BLUEBIRD KIDSQUEEN was second best last week from an inside spot; rated as highly today. (5) SHOEMAKER will attract plenty of attention again at the windows but he's got to prove something to me first.

Race 11

I thought (5) JUSTA REBEL was a very curious claim considering the veteran had looked awful on paper but he's been very good in two starts for these new connections. (1) LIGHTNING STORM was second best last out and should go well from this spot. (7) COME AND TELL PAP gets an upgrade in the bike and is worth considering at a price.

Race 12

(1) WILD AGAIN has been very good in three starts since joining Team Buter and he will likely offer a better price than (2) SANTANNA STAR. The latter has looked good at The Meadowlands for Blackler and looms a big threat here. (7) FRANKANDJOANNE picks up the leading driver but has much to do from out here; use underneath.

 

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SPOT PLAYS

For Tuesday


TRACK (RACE) HORSE, MORNING LINE


Mahoning Valley (1st) Blueberry Bay, 8-1
(5th) Colony Classic, 3-1


Sam Houston (4th) Sun Shadow, 4-1
(7th) Monster House, 8-1


Turf Paradise (2nd) Rocky Bar of Gold, 5-1
(8th) Tropical Bay, 7-2

 

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Tuesday's six-pack

Six of the best minor league prospects for the Los Angeles Angels:

1) Taylor Ward, C-- Fresnoo State alum hit .348 in his first pro season.

3) Nate Smith, P-- Furman alum did well in AA, got hammered in AAA debut

8) Kaleb Cowart, 3B-- Went 8-46 in 34 big league games LY.

10) Chad Hinshaw, OF-- Stole 27 bases in 32 tries in AA last summer.

19) Austin Adams, P-- Jumped from A ball to AAA during year LY.

30) Hunter Green, P-- Missed last two years with back, elbow injuries.

 

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Marc Lawrence

Rockets vs Jazz

Play - Utah Jazz

Edges - Jazz: host team is 5-0 ATS in this series. Rockets: 10-15 ATS versus non-division foes off a loss this season. With the Jazz looking to avenge a pair of losses suffered earlier this season against Houston, look for Utah get its revenge here tonight. We recommend a 1* play on Utah. Thank you and good luck as always.

 

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Scott Spreitzer

Evansville vs Bradley

Bonus Play Bradley

I'm recommending a play on Bradley plus the points on Tuesday night. The Braves finally snapped their lengthy losing streak with a 73-70 win over Drake last time out. But bettors already know that Bradley has been a bankroll builder of late, covering three in a row and six of their last seven games. And after a 32-point loss at Evansville when last these teams met, I expect a full on effort in BU's home finale. The Purple Aces have won three straight games, but they have been overvalued, losing seven of 10 ATS. Their win last time out over SIU allowed Evansville to pull a game ahead of the Salukis and they're now tied for 2nd place in the MWC with Illinois State. The pressure will be on the Aces as they also look to avoid what would be a tough loss to the selection committee. The added pressure, along with their home finale against Northern Iowa coming up next makes this number tough to cover. And while BU is on a 6-1 ATS run, Evansville is 1-5 ATS in their last six road games against teams with a losing home record. I'm recommending a play on Bradley plus the points on Tuesday. Thanks & GL! Scott Spreitzer.

 

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Bob Harvey

Rockets vs Jazz

Bonus Play Houston Rockets

The Houston Rockets and Utah Jazz, who are part of a three-team race for the final two playoff spots in the Western Conference, square off tonight in Salt Lake City. Tip-off is slated for 9 PM ET at Vivint Smart Home Arena where the Jazz are favored by -5 with the total at 202. Houston holds a half-game lead over the Jazz for the final playoff spot and they’ve taken the past four meetings and 10 of the last 12 series meetings.

The Rockets (28-28, 32-24 ATS) was one of the NBA's bigger disappointments in the opening three and a half months and stumbled into the break with three consecutive double-digit losses at the tail end of a 2-6 slump. The Jazz fell 115-111 at Portland on Sunday for their third loss in four games to follow a seven-game winning streak from Jan. 27-Feb. 9.

The Jazz (27-28, 28-27 ATS) took advantage of Houston’s slump winning seven of eight during that stretch to move past the Rockets for the 8th and final playoff spot in the Western Conference. Utah has won its last six home games thanks to one of the league's top defenses which is allowing 96.8 points per game.

Houston is 2-7 ATS in its last nine games against the Northwest Division while Utah in 9-4 ATS in their last 13 home games.

The Rockets are 9-1 to the OVER in their past 10 road games and 15-3 in their last 18 games vs. the Western Conference. The Jazz are 4-1 to the over in their past five games.

 

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Jimmy Adams

New Mexico vs Colorado State

Bonus Play New Mexico

New Mexico is catching Colorado State at the right time as the Rams have lost 3 straight games and 5 of their last 7. In their latest game they lost to a poor Wyoming squad at home 84-66. Talk about embarrassing. CSU is not in good current form and New Mexico won't have any problem taking advantage on Tuesday night, especially in this point spread range.

The Lobos are in bounce back mode as they were shocked by Air Force last time out. That should work to our advantage as UNM certainly won't overlook the Rams. Even with that setback, the Lobos have still come out victorious in 8 of their last 11 games. This is a very efficient team, especially on the offensive end of he court. They have a strong field goal percentage from both 2 and 3 point range, and can also knock down shots from the charity stripe. The spread looks a little short here so my money will be with New Mexico Tuesday.

 

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Arthur Ralph Sports

Bonus Play: TUES Orlando Magic -5 1/2

 

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Jim Feist

Jim Feist's Comp NBA Pick, Tuesday, Feb 23, 2016 7:05 PM EST

(701) ORLANDO MAGIC VS (702) PHILADELPHIA 76ERS

Take: Over the total

Reason: Your Bonus Play for Tuesday, February 23, 2016 is in the NBA scheduled contest between the Orlando Magic and 76ers in Philadelphia. Philadelphia is No. 23 in the NBA in field goal shooting defense, while Orlando ranks No. 16. Orlando is on a 9-4 run over the total, including 5-1 over on the road. Philadelphia likes to run, on a 3-0 run over the total tallying 110, 114 and 103 points. Unfortunately they last all three because the defense surrendered 114, 121 and 129! The over is 21-10 in the 76ers last 31 home games, as well as 15-7-1 over the total following a straight up loss. Play Orlando/Philadelphia Over the total.

 

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Dave Cokin

Bonus Play Tuesday

755 UNLV @ 756 BOISE STATE 11:00 PM

Take: 756 BOISE STATE -6.5

If you’re into scheduling and situational spots, this should be right up your alley.

UNLV is hitting the road following a wild overtime win against rival Nevada. The Rebels appeared to be dead ducks in that game. But they rallied with a spectacular running three-pointer by Patrick Macaw just prior to the end of regulation. That forced an overtime and UNLV rode the momentum of that great Macaw shot to a five-minute extra session blowout.

The bad news for UNLV is that they will now be down yet another player as they head to Boise. Dwayne Morgan is the latest to join the ranks of the walking wounded, and that means the already shorthanded Rebels will be even more so for this game.

Boise State hasn’t played since last Wednesday and one would think they’ll still be seething over that disaster. The Broncos appeared to have an easy road win wrapped up at New Mexico. They were ahead 76-61 with six minutes remaining against the Lobos. Then the roof caved in, as the Broncos were outscored 19-2 from that point on and ended up losing the game by two. That had to be one of the ugliest collapses I’ve seen all season.

Now the very well rested Boise State squad gets the take the court with should be more than ample motivation. They surely want to erase the memory of what took place in Albuquerque last week. They’d also like to avenge their ten-point loss at the Thomas & Mack, which was yet another game where the Broncos faded badly down the stretch. But on that evening, the Rebels had Stephen Zimmerman and Ben Carter as key contributors, and they’re now both injured. As for Morgan, he’s not as meaningful a player, but his absence probably means more minutes for one of the walk-ons and that’s not a good thing.

UNLV plays its best basketball when they can get into transition and let their superior athleticism take over. But with what amounts to virtually no bench, that’s not going to be easy to do over 40 minutes, particularly in hostile surroundings against a team that also likes to push the pace. I don’t think UNLV is about to roll over and submit without a fight, but the deck appears stacked against them here. I’m on Boise State minus the points.

 

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Roz Wins

Roz's Tuesday, February 23, 2016, Free NBA Pick:

Houston has plenty of offensive punch inside and out, No. 5 in the NBA in scoring. Utah is favored but a team that prefers a slow pace, No. 25 in the NBA in scoring. The Rockets are 5-2 ATS in the last 7 meetings and more than enough talent and offense to keep this close.

Play Houston.

 

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Sharp Bettor

Sharp Bettor's Free Pick for Tuesday, February 23, 2016, NHL.

Edmonton has hit the skids, losing four in a row and 7 of 8. The young team doesn't do anything well, ranked No. 26 in goals scored and allowed. The Oilers are off a 3-2 loss, and 27-57 after scoring 2 goals or less in their previous game. Ottawa is on a roll, winning 3 in a row and 5 of 8 with the No. 8 offense in the league. The Senators are 19-9 in their last 28 vs. the Western Conference and 6-1 in the last 7 meetings in Edmonton.

Play Ottawa.

 

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CPAW....DCI INDEX NCAAB website page is blank today. If you have any way of contacting them can you do so please. If it's not one thing or another with this damn site! Very inconsistent but unfortunately their power ratings are very accurate IMO. The website is just terrible though. Any help is appreciated