Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #1 (RISKY VENTURE) (2-1) - Lightly-raced 3-year-old enters off a strong third place finish here at this level Nov. 28. He's been sharp in all five dirt sprints, draws a ground saving post, and leading rider Scott Stevens stays aboard.
2nd pick: #6 (Bet the Harbor) (5-2) - Calif. bred set a solid pace and held gamely to finish second a 1/2 length in front of 'Risky Venture' here Nov. 28. Back in shape following several layoffs, he should be involved every step.
3rd pick: #5 (Blazin Bandini) (6-1) - Tough call on this one. He moves way up in class following an easy 13 1/2 length wire-to-wire maiden win here Nov. 28. Well bred and in a capable small barn (Dan Morales), this 4-year-old could win this or finish last.
4th pick: #2 (Tizagogo) (12-1) - Longshot has been on the sidelines since Oct. 2. He showed some talent in 2015, but has only made three appearances this year after coming off a 7.5 month layoff in early June. Believe a minor award at a big price is his ceiling.