Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #4 (TREASURE HUNTER) (4-1) - He moves up a bit in price after missing by a 'head' here for a $25K claiming price going 6.5 furlongs Jan. 27. It was his first following a Hector Palma claim and he's brought back quickly for this attempt. The top choice, but make sure you box your bets in this highly competitive race.
2nd pick: #7 (Royal Trump) (2-1) - State-bred drop in class after missing by a 'nose' here going 6.5 furlongs facing starter-allowance ($50,000 level) foes Jan. 21. By far a career best, it was his first start since May 3 and first for trainer Doug O'Neill. The probable favorite, he's an obvious win candidate if able to avoid a possible 'bounce'
3rd pick: #1 (Short of Ez) (5-1) - A speedy and lightly raced 5yo, he's moving up in class after finishing a pace-setting third here facing weaker Dec 28. Calif. bred has the rail, a fast recent work, and at this 5.5 furlong distance he's dangerous at a square price.
4th pick: #2 (Market Sentiment) (8-1) - A very lightly raced 6yo, he has back class but hasn't won since Oct. of 2016. He retains his early speed and his most recent here (just a week ago) wasn't bad. Longshot possibility.