Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #6 (MALIBU RUM RUN) (5-2) - Lightly-raced filly set/pressed the pace and held to finish second of nine, beaten just under a length racing here at this tag Feb 26. It was her second back off almost a seven month layoff and her first in a claimer.
2nd pick: #3 (Esmeralda Belle) (5-1) - Away since early July, she was competitive in all four starts facing a bit tougher before heading in for the layoff. Stalker has a series of long works showing and she's a threat if ready.
3rd pick: #9 (Redeeming Quality) (3-1) - From the same owners (Tommy Town Thoroughbreds) as 'Malibu Rum Run,' they race for separate trainers. This 4-year-old rallied to finish second following a slow break when debuting here at this level Feb 26. Must be left in the mix.
4th pick: #4 (Seattle Salt) (8-1) - Mare has fine early speed and is moving from turf back to the dirt on an eight day turnaround. Blinkers are added and she's dropping into a claimer for the first time. Dangerous at a square price.