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Gulfstream Race 7

April 2, 2006
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Premium Pick
Halo's Sailing Sain (#1) tries the turf for the first time, but his sire Halo's Image only gets about 8% winners on the turf. Has finished 1st or 2nd in 5 of his 6 last starts, including a place finish against much tougher in his previous race, which was won by Grade 1 winner Bandini.

Big Luck (#2) is a turf specialist that has won 12 of his 27 turf tries. He added blinkers 3 races back and that's turned hid form around, as he's recorded a win and a place. Late closer will have plenty of pace to set up his stretch run.

Teddy Ballgame (#5) picks up the services of JR Velazquez for the first time. He's been facing tougher than he finds today and can excuse his last race, which came following a 2-month layoff as he failed to fire, after being steadied on the turn. Stalker should get a perfect trip today.

Ground Hero (#3) has hit the board in 10 of his 18 career turf attempts. Consistent sort will appreciate a shorter race as he faded last time in late stretch of that 1 1/8 mile race. Expect a minor share of today's purse.

The Play: Exacta Box 1-2-3-5 ($12)
Note: Ticket price based on $1 wagers.
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