Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #7 (HOPPER DROPPER) (6-1) - A long time maiden, he missed by a 'neck' here in a three-horse win photo at this tag and trip May 18. Speed/stalker meets a below average field for the level and has a good shot at a square price.
2nd pick: #3 (Heat Check) (7-2) - Lightly raced colt is shortening up in distance following a pair of close up finishes here at this level going 8.5 furlongs. He has ability, and it's of note that John Velazquez is aboard for the first time.
3rd pick: #5 (The Pooch) (4-1) - Bet down to 2-1 favoritism when debuting here at this tag and trip June 1, he rallied from close range to miss by just under a length. Claimed that day by veteran Mitch Friedman, this gelding tired badly facing tougher June 18 in a contest that was switched 'off the turf' to a sloppy main track. Back on the grass and down in class, he's a serious factor in this spot.
4th pick: #1 (Daring Destiny) (3-1) - Gelding was never involved facing tougher at this distance when debuting June 8. Trainer Linda Rice is having a career year, she wins at a 35% rate second time out, and at a 27% clip on this particular drop in class.