Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #1 (I'LL PLAY MY HAND) (9-5) - The morning line favorite, he's cutting back a furlong after finishing a pace-chasing second at this claiming price going a mile at Santa Anita. A career best, he's worked well twice since and gets a slight edge.
2nd pick: #3 (Run the Show) (2-1) - Well bred and lightly-raced, 4-year-old by 'Street Boss' finished second of nine, beaten just under a length going 5.5-furlongs for half this tag Oct 18. It was her first race in just under two years and he's brought back quickly, moves up in class, and stretches out in distance. Four-year-old could go either way in his second off the very long absence.
3rd pick: #4 (Zarqu Star) (8-1) - He raced evenly last out while finishing far behind 'I'll Play My Hand.' Three-year-old had been showing good progress prior to that and may factor at a square price.
4th pick: #5 (Roth) (10-1) - Long shot has been on the sidelines since tiring when debuting facing tougher on the Santa Anita turf May 24. He's working well, is a NEW gelding, drops in class, and moves from grass to dirt.