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SANTA ANITA Race #9 (THE PLEASANTLY PERFECT STAKES)

June 14, 2020
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Premium Pick

Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #4 (DOG TAG) (5-2) - A 4yo daughter of 'War Front,' she defeated four of today's rivals here May 16 when going a mile. Stalker will be stretching out in distance today, but I believe this well-bred filly can win right back with Prat staying loyal.

2nd pick: #1 (Desert Oasis) (3-1) - This English-bred made five starts in France before being imported. She rallied to finish 2nd, 1.5 lengths behind 'Dog Tag' last out and should like this longer trip. It's noted that leading rider Prat, who rode her last out, switches to 'Dog Tag.'

3rd pick: #3 (Streak of Luck) (6-1) - Even paced mare has finished close up in a number of 'Graded' stakes on the grass and should have no difficulty handling this 10-furlong trip. He's capable, and I like that Drayden Dyke accepts to ride her for the first time.

4th pick: #5 (Strike At Dawn) (9-2) - A lightly raced 4yo, she wasn't far off the top two selections last out after breaking through the gate before the contest began. She began her career with Chad Brown and is bred to enjoy this long distance affair.

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