Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (BORSA VENTO) (7-2) - Well bred gelding is racing first off a Rudy Rodriguez claim (33% winning angle) and a subsequent eight-week break. Working steadily, 3yo by 'Uncle Mo' has a good shot if ready.
2nd pick: #2 (Bartleby) (6-1) - Freshened up since Oct. 7, he's dropping in class, and is switching from turf to dirt. Stalker has some form on the dirt that makes him a serious player at a square price.
3rd pick: #1 (Northern Grey) (3-1) - Speedy Cal bred stretches out to a mile after finishing a pace-setting 2nd here at this level going six furlongs Nov. 9. Has the rail, is in a winning barn (Dave Jacobson), and is dangerous if left alone on the lead in the first half-mile.
4th pick: #6 (Son of Mine) (4-1) - Lightly raced colt moves up in class and is another stretching out. He was only a length in back of 'Norther Grey' last out and is nearing his best after a pair of layoffs. Must be left in the mix.