Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #6 (COMBAT ZONE) (2-1) - On the sidelines since Feb. 9, he tired here that day going a mile while facing tougher. Son of 'War Front' had finished 2nd in three straight prior to that and is working frequently for his return. In a claimer for the first time, he likes this distance, and should win this if ready.
2nd pick: #1 (Culpable) (7-2) - Lightly raced 4yo rallied to finish 4th at this distance Aug. 29 at Del Mar. He's stringing starts together, has a ground saving post, and trainer Rick Mandella adds blinkers. Dangerous today.
3rd pick: #3 (Pointed) (8-1) - Longshot is racing third back from a two-month break and is dropping back down in class. Working fast, this 3yo has shown good early speed in the past.