Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #1 (CUSTOMIZED) (2-1) - NEW gelding tired after setting a pressured pace when debuting here at this level going 6.5 furlongs Dec. 15. Trainer Ed Loza Jr 9 for 17 (53%) at this met brings him back quickly while shortening him up in pace. He has the rail and gets the edge.
2nd pick: #7 (Manofsass) (3-1) - Another NEW gelding, he finished second here at this tag and trip Dec. 21. Well bet in his last pair, he draws outside of the other contenders and is a win candidate.
3rd pick: #5 (Racing Ridge) (5-2) - Speedy and lightly-raced, he's dropping into a claimer for the first time. From a top local barn (Sam Breaux), he should be involved every step and must be left in the small win mix.