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

4^TH RACE – (2) CAVIART CHERIE gets by far her best venue in fourth try off layoff. Offered eight-hole foot before retreating two starts ago, guessing leaves.

5^TH RACE – (1) NIALL HANOVER could not have been uglier after gazed in latest. Gets one more crack winning draw before banished to ‘pay no mind’ list.

7^TH RACE – (4) SAPPHIRE BREEZE is (presumably) enthralled with this venue after ‘full house’ (three 8’s, two 7’s) in last quintet. Enough to try her here.

8^TH RACE – (5) IN THE DARK won first two local tries, then threw in pair of ‘eh’ efforts. Possibly bit short in ’18 bow, but we’re suckers for perceived price.

10^TH RACE – (5) NEWSWATCH did get outer-venue support a week ago, never coming closing to reaching. Mid-pack getaway makes him more aggressive.

11^TH RACE – (3) BETTOR’S WESTERN has had more than his share of bad draws/trips. Gazed with Philly flyer in last and another with finale post relief.

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$2 +/- (thru Tue., Jan. 9) – 6 wins ($56.50)

from 18 ($36) selex (+$20.50, don’t try to rationalize it)

highest-priced winner – CONSOLIDATOR ($15.60)

lowest-priced winner – OZONE BLUE CHIP ($4.60)

BY FRANK DRUCKER,

Publicity Director, Empire City @ Yonkers Raceway

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