Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #6 (CATFISH HUNTER) (3-1) - Colt had some early traffic issues when beaten just over 3 lengths facing tougher 'open' company on the Santa Anita turf Oct. 29. Back down in class, he's back on the dirt and in with fellow Cal breds this afternoon. 3-year-old looks tough in this spot.
2nd pick: #1 (Insubordination) (9-2) - Speed/stalker chased a very quick pace before weakening to finish third facing tougher here Nov. 1. It was his first on the dirt following eight straight on the grass and he's been working fast since. A strong factor today.
3rd pick: #4 (Quick Finish) (4-1) - On the sidelines since debuting April 1 at Santa Anita, NEW gelding is working fast and is dropping in class. It's noted that he was well backed first out and is dangerous if ready.
4th pick: #7 (Sea's Journey) (4-1) - Another coming off a long layoff (Feb. 18), he showed speed last winter at Santa Anita in both starts facing tougher. Working steadily and trainer Mike Puype wins at a sharp 26% clip off of lengthy absences.