Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (YAKOV) (7-2) - He's cutting back in distance following a pair of decent efforts at this level going two turns. Colt had tough outside posts in each and had wide journeys as a result. Can take this from slightly off the pace.
2nd pick: #1 (Mister Popsicle) (2-1) - Speedy sort is racing first off a Joe Parker claim. 5yo had no chance to show his speed last out when he was 'bumped' heavily at the break. He had finished 2nd in his three prior starts and is a strong win candidate.
3rd pick: #2 (Never Indicted) (8-1) - He's dropping in class after an even effort facing tougher Feb. 4th. Longshot has a stalking style and a quick half-mile local work Feb. 20th. Can grab a share at a big price.
4th pick: #8 (Kowboy Boots) (5-1) - Not a strong win threat, but he's on a form up-swing and may get a piece of this if able to avoid a wide trip.