Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #1 (CHROMED HEART) (6-1) - A NEW gelding, this $165K purchase hasn't shown much but does have some speed and is moving from an outside post to the rail. 4yo meets a very weak firld and think he can take today's opener at a square price.
2nd pick: #4 (Sir Eske) (5-1) - He had a wide trip while racing within range here at this tag and trip Jan. 1. 5yo by 'Eskendereya' worked a fast half-mile Jan. 24 and is a contender in this spot.
3rd pick: #7 (Expect Ice) (5-2) - The morning line and probable favorite, he ships from the Fair Grounds where he raced wide and was well beaten in a pair at this level. However, he missed by just under a length there Nov. 30 and will be making his first start at Delta Downs with blinkers on.
4th pick: #8 (Charming Bullet) (4-1) - One of two entered by trainer Phil Dison and the pair race as separate betting interests. No-speed type has been competitive in 9 of 10 attempts since dropping into claimers and must be left in the mix.