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SANTA ANITA Race #1

February 17, 2011
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Top pick: #3 (CAPTAIN BEAU) - Lightly-raced gelding ran a career best last out when he finished a strong third at this price and distance in his second start back off a two month break. He's worked well since and it's Pat Valenzuela on the lone speed. Very tough in this spot.

2nd pick: #5 (Matamor) - Runs first off a Doug O'Neill claim (17%) and this stretch runner has been competitive in several of his starts. He moves him up slightly in price and takes his blinkers off after three straight with them on. Stretch threat.

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