Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (COOKIE CRISP) (7-2) - He rallied to finish second here at this tag and trip Nov. 9. A career best, it came in his second start following a claim by Rudy Rodriguez. Castellano stays aboard and this 4-year-old gets a slight edge. Make sure you box your exactas as this field today is a bit tougher than he faced last out.
2nd pick: #9 (Panama Papers) (3-1) - $170K purchase had some promise earlier in his career, but has regressed in his last pair. However, he's racing second back from a 7.5 month layoff and raced evenly in his return Oct. 8. A strong win candidate.
3rd pick: #3 (Harlan's Hunch) (5-1) - The main speed, he's another who showed ability early in his career but has regressed in his last pair. The main speed, he draws a good post and has Irad Ortiz Jr aboard. Dangerous if left alone on the lead.
4th pick: #8 (Herecomesyourman) (5-2) - The morning line favorite, he's finished second in two straight at this level. Grey gelding has a flexible style and must be left in the mix.