Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #2 (AMANDA'S LIGHTENING) (3-1) - He's one of two entered by Bev Burress and the pair race uncoupled. This 3yo has been competitive in all eight starts and ran second here at this level and distance Dec 19. Speedy sort breaks just off the rail and will be tough to beat in this spot.
2nd pick: #4 (Boston Boom) (7-2) - This gelding is one of five making their debuts and is from an excellent first out barn, Brett Brinkman 9 of 31 (30%) since Jan. 1 of 2019. He breezed a bullet 3-furlongs from the gate Jan. 9 and is dangerous if ready.
3rd pick: #9 (Derby Dog) (6-1) - The second of the Bev Burress trained pair, he's dropping in price after tiring in three starts at Remington Park facing tougher. Colt was formerly with Fred Villafranco and it's noted that leading rider Tim Thornton is aboard. A win candidate.
4th pick: #7 (Liken It) (4-1) - Even-paced in four starts facing tougher, he's dropping into a claimer for the first time. Gelding has been in with some solid groups and is capable of getting a share on the reduction in class.