Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #8 (HAPPY MATCH) (5-2) - Race is loaded with well bred and expensive runners who have been major disappointments. This $150K son of 'Tiznow' enters of a near miss at this claiming price going 6.5 furlongs at Aqueduct April 5. It was his second start back off a pair of layoffs and first at this $20K price tag. Stalker draws a fine outside post and gets a slight edge.
2nd pick: #2 (Howlin Mad Smith) (3-1) - Kentucky shipper is cutting back in distance following a close up fourth place finish at this level going 8.5 furlongs at Keeneland April 12. It earned him a career best figure and he should be finishing fast.
3rd pick: #1 (Thirsty Actor) (9-2) - Lightly-raced 3-year-old by 'Stay Thirsty' has some early speed and has been competitive in two straight at this level. $145K purchase has the rail and should be involved from gate-to-wire.
4th pick: #5 (Happygetlucky) (15-1) - Four-year-old made up some ground late after being bumped hard at the break when debuting April 20 at Aqueduct. He was only 3.5 lengths behind 'Thirsty Actor' and runs today with lasix administered.