Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #4 (CLAIRE DE LUNE) (7-2) - Debuting filly by 'Malibu Moon' cost $230,000 as a weanling back in Nov. of 2013. In the barn of Chad Brown (22% first out), she was in training at Saratoga before shifting to Belmont. Several of the works are on the quick side, and she meets an average looking group first out.
2nd pick: #9 (Avendesora) (5-1) - She set a pressured pace before weakening to check in 4th of 10, beaten by just over seven lengths when debuting Dec. 6th. Trainer Chris Clement (21% second out) brings her back quickly. He worked her a sharp three furlongs Dec. 20th, and think she'll contend in this spot.
3rd pick: #2 (Touch of Bling) (6-1) - She's finished 2nd in three of four starts, all at different tracks. Latest saw her hold down the place spot at Philly Park at this level and distance Dec. 12th. Daughter of 'Tale of the Cat' should be involved from start-to-finish at a square price.
4th pick: #8 (Kalabaka) (9-2) - Home bred moves up in class after finishing 2nd in all three starts facing weaker. Speed/stalker is in shape, working regularly, and must be left in the mix.