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HOLLYWOOD PARK Race #8

July 7, 2011
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Premium Pick

Top pick: #1 (ROLLERSKATES) - Very steady performer has won two in a row since trainer Jeff Mullins dropped her down under $20K and she draws the ground saving rail. Not over-raced the past 18 months and she's shown much improved early speed since Mullins claimed her in late Feb and added blinkers. The horse to beat.

2nd pick: #5 (Mystery Bird) - Filly showed little in a start here a month ago, but had a wide trip and was "bumped" heavily heading around the far turn. Effort was her first in 2 1/2 months and trainer Craig Lewis will drop her down this afternoon. Four-year-old has a pair of sharp drills since she last raced and can contend at a nice price.

3rd pick: #6 (Stunningly) - Away for 16 months, mare has some closing kick and will stretch-out for the first time in her career. In the Puype barn and she could pass enough late to grab a small share.

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