Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #1 (TRICKY CAJUN) (7-2) - Freshened up since Feb 19, colt finished second in four straight at Delta Downs before being sent in for the 70-day break. Stalker has the rail and worked a sharp half-mile at Louisiana Downs April 22 that suggests he's ready for his return.
2nd pick: #7 (Pep Last Dream) (4-1) - Three-year-old has been competitive in all five starts since coming back from a seven week break Dec 4. Last out he rallied to finish second here at this level and distance April 7. Improving and a stretch threat in this spot.
3rd pick: #10 (Great Kiss) (3-1) - Speedy sort tired after rushing up after a troubled break going a mile here for twice this price tag April 8. He had checked in second when facing tougher at Delta Downs Feb 27 and should be involved from start-to-finish with an alert beginning.
4th pick: #3 (Bonecrushervincent) (5-1) - Heavily bet when dropped to this level here April 16, he raced wide throughout, but was still able to rally for the place spot. Race was also his first in blinkers. Must be left in the mix.
5th pick: #8 (Cody Cody) (15-1) - Lightly-raced colt hasn't raced since Dec 10. He has a new trainer (Henry Johnson Jr.) and he has the 3-year-old working steadily for his return. May grab a share at long odds.