Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #1 (MELISSA JANE) (3-1) - English bred and raced in France, filly was a consistent allowance performer over-seas, and has defeated males several times. Nicely spotted in her first for trainer Lenny Powell, and lasix is added. Can win this if ready for her first race in three months.
2nd pick: #4 (Miss Boom Boom) (5-2) - Very consistent mare missed by a 1/2 length here going a mile for a $32,000 price tag Feb. 19. Claimed that afternoon by Rich Baltas (33% off the barn switch), he has her well spotted in this starter-handicap ($25,000 level), and 6yo is a strong factor.
3rd pick: #5 (Vasilika) (2-1) - Stalker just missed at this nine-furlong distance March 4 facing optional, $40,000 claimers. Very sharp at present, this 4yo is the probable favorite and a serious win candidate.