Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #3 (JIMMY CHILA) (5-2) - Consistent sort finished 2nd here at this level and distance Jan 19. He did not break as sharply as normal and did well under the circumstances. In career best form, he gets top billing with leading rider Joel Rosario back on the re-ride.
2nd pick: #1 (Blitzkreig) (3-1) - Nicely bred 4yo rallied to win here at this distance for a $25K tag Jan 19. Claimed that day by Doug O'Neill ( a 35% angle), he's worked him twice since and moves he moves him up in class. A stretch threat today.
3rd pick: #5 (Chill) (5-1) - He raced both wide and evenly at this level and distance on the dirt Jan 21. It was his first since Dec 1 and first since relocating from Woodbine. A turf sprinting specialist in Canada, he's dangerous at a square price.
4th pick: #2 (Chosen Vessel) (6-1) - A lightly raced 4yo, he missed by a 'head' here at this distance for a $40,000 claiming price Jan 4. By far a career best, it was his first start since June 30 and first for trainer Craig Dollase. Barn moves him up in class and this gelding still has room for upside.