Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #3 (NOT CHOPPED LIVER) (5-2) - The morning line favorite, he moves up just a bit after missing by a 1/2 length here Nov. 11 racing for a $32K tag in his debut. NEW gelding has worked since and meets a largely un-raced group.
2nd pick: #1 (Run Macho Run) (5-1) - Freshened up since Oc.t 2, he's dropping a bit and is shortening up in distance. Working fast, he has the rail and is from a solid barn (Rich Baltas).
3rd pick: #7 (Proud Singer) (10-1) - Longshot is one of five making their debuts. Lightly-raced colt is from a barn (Sal Gonzalel) that's much better than his 2016 record. I like this one's work pattern and think he'll be competitive first out at a big price.
4th pick: #9 (Datcatsa Gem) (7-2) - He has the most experience and is taking a big drop while cutting back in distance. An obvious threat at a short price.