Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (EMPOWER) (2-1) - The probable favorite, he just missed here Dec. 31st racing for a $25K tag. It was his first race since last March and a strong effort. Lightly raced, he was claimed that afternoon by Linda Rice. He's worked well since and is nicely spotted where they can't have him claimed.
2nd pick: #3 (Kowboy Boots) (4-1) - Dangerous colt was stakes placed earlier in his career. Accustomed to facing tougher, he's running off a two month freshening. Speed/stalker should be involved from start-to-finish.
3rd pick: #1 (Cee No More) (12-1) - Longshot moves way up in class after an easy maiden win here for a $16K tag Jan. 2nd. He was bred to have talent, and this gelding by 'Tiznow' has room for upside.
4th pick: #2 (Prince Zurs) (9-2) - Very lightly raced, he ships from Gulfstream where he finished second for a $25K tag in a one-turn mile contest Dec. 26th. He earned a career best 'figure' that fits nicely with this group.