Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #11 (POP POP'S PIZZA) (3-1) - Speedy grey gelding set a solid pace and held to finish second Dec. 2 at Del Mar. Race was at this level and distance and it was his second back from a 13 month layoff. He draws a good post and is the top choice.
2nd pick: #8 (Frosted Boss) (5-1) - He's close to his sixth birthday and has only made five starts. That said, he finished second at this level Nov. 24 at Del Mar in his third back from a 13 month layoff. By far a career best, he's a threat with a repeat of it.
3rd pick: #6 (Mintenized) (6-1) - Gelding chased and tired to check in three lengths behind 'Pop Pop's Pizza' Dec. 2 at Del Mar. Claimed that day by Jeff Metz, he can factor today with a small step forward.
4th pick: #3 (Vodka Texted You) (7-2) - Sidelined since late Feb., he's been competitive several times and is working fast. Can factor if ready, but think he'll be over-bet.