Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #6 (ZEN PAPA) (3-1) - He ships back Philadelphia Park where he finished a troubled 4th facing a bit tougher Dec. 12th. It was his first of a Dave Jacobson claim and first in almost two months. One of three with a win on the inner dirt surface, he looks set for a big effort.
2nd pick: #5 (Police Escort) (2-1) - The morning line favorite, speedy 4yo is racing in a claimer for the first time. Capable of a big figure when in the right spot, he's a strong win candidate at a short price.
3rd pick: #4 (The Schwam) (10-1) - Longshot has some nice works showing for his first since Nov. 5th. Stalker has some back class, and his trainer (Jeremiah Englehart) wins at a 22% rate off of long layoffs.
4th pick: #1 (Bustin It) (3-1) - The main speed, and he breaks just off the rail. He won for a $16K tag Nov. 25th to pick up his second win and was claimed that day by Bob Falcone, Jr. A major player if he holds his form.