Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #8 (AUBIN FEATHERS) (2-1) - Filly ships from Hawthorne where she tired badly facing much tougher 'open' special weight company Dec 5. It was her first start in 14 months and she's taking a big drop in class and facing off against fellow Louisiana breds for the first time. Trainer Joel Berndt adds blinkers and this filly is the horse to beat.
2nd pick: #5 (Miss Jennie) (20-1) - Long shot raced both wide and evenly at this level Dec 20. Filly has some closing kick and should factor at a square price in this weak field.
3rd pick: #7 (Lil Rita) (10-1) - Another long shot, 'Rita' chased and held down the show spot racing here at this tag and trip Dec 12. It was her first since June 6 and a career best overall. Can impact with a repeat of that effort.