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A friendly reminder from Yonkers Raceway that Thursday evening’s (March 8^th) Pick 5 wager starts with a carryover of $7,516.89 and a $20,000 guaranteed pool.

 The Pick 5 is a 50-cent base wager comprising races 7 through 11 (if less than 11 races, it’s final five races during that particular card). It has no consolation payoff, meaning if no one selects all five winners (as was the case Tuesday night), the entire pool (minus takeout) moves to the next racing program.

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Here are the picks for Monticello for our IdaBet players:

1ST RACE: 5-4-3-2

2ND RACE: 2-6-4-1

3RD RACE: 3-1-5-6

4TH RACE: 8-9-5-3

5TH RACE: 1-4-7-5

6TH RACE: 5-4-3-8

7TH RACE: 4-3-1-8

8TH RACE: 6-3-2-1

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Some insights into tonight’s racing program for our IdaBet.com players:

3^RD RACE – (1) DRUNKEN DESIRE A has lost 38 of his 40 tries over last two seasons, far from ringing endorsement. Out of claimers and wins draw, so…?

4^TH RACE – (5) VATANNA makes second seasonal start/second sans straps in extremely blank field. This one generally stays at it, which may be enough here.

5^TH RACE – (1) CHERRY BLISS drew sevens in last three starts, doing her no good in this end of the operation. Pole, monetary ceiling raised for her this time.

7^TH RACE – (5) ARCHERY is, admittedly, a reach here. Claimed out of last event and third in last couple, gonna need to stay in same area code as pylon fave.

9^TH RACE – (3) HUGH HEFNER N has not been nearly as consistent – or newsworthy – since namesake expired. Does get rare inner-half venue, so nodded.

11^TH RACE – (2) PATTON has not embarrassed himself when previously ‘peeked,’ so try again. Draws well but doesn’t leave, has some good foes outside.

12^TH RACE – (8) O’SUNDLAND is arguably as talented as any of these, but obviously needs win into it. Might he try eight-hole leave in finale? Wouldn’t hurt.

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$2 +/- (thru Monday, Mar. 5) – 49 wins ($479.50)

from 253 ($506) selex (-$26.50, 6-for-7 Mon. restores our marginally good name)

highest-priced winner – MACHTU N ($33.80)

lowest-priced winner – SOTO ($2.70)

BY FRANK DRUCKER,

Publicity Director, Empire City @ Yonkers Raceway

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Northfield Track Announcer Ayers Ratliff’s free handicapping tips are provided for our IdaBet.com players.

Remember, due to their draw schedule, picks are made in advance and do not account for scratches or late driver changes.

From the “Ayers Above”WEDNESDAY EVENING, MARCH 7
Race 1: 4- Anastasia Gem – Was a winner last time out and could score again tonight. 5- What Da Matter U – Was a winner
two starts back and looks to be tough again. 7- Predator In Pink – Made the ticket in both of her lifetime efforts’ looks to be
right there again tonight. 3- Taylor’s Katie – Looks to be in the thick of the action.

Race 2: 2- Pick Up The Tab – Drops in class and could score tonight if he minds his manners. 9- Hooray For Willie – Should
get a good trip from the second tier. 1- Sweet Ben – Could do well from the rail. 7- Lion Image – Looks to be in the thick of the
action despite the poor post draw.

Race 3: 5- RJ Gigolo – Made the ticket in all four starts this year; could step up and lead the ticket this time around. 2- AJ’s Boy
– Draws well and should get a good trip in here. 6- Cash Too Fast – Looks to be tough if he minds his manners.

Race 4: 1- Puerto Rico – Could strike from the rail. 4- Andoverthehill – Another that looks to have a big shot in here.
6- Everclear Hanover – Finished third in both of his most recent races and could post a similar effort again tonight. 3- Wild
Whisky – Has as good of a shot as any in here to complete the Superfecta.

Race 5: 4- CJ’s Real Deal – Was a beaten favorite last time out; could prevail for his backers this time around. 1- Repeat
Performance – Looks to be a tough contender from the rail. 2- Strange Hanover – Draws well and looks to be in the thick of
the action. 8- Enjoy The Scenery – Could grab a piece of the action despite starting from the far outside.

Race 6: 5-...