Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #8 (EKATI SPIRIT) (2-1) - He's racing second back from a 5.5 month layoff. Stalker finished a close up fourth when returning here at this level and distance Dec. 22 in a start that he most likely needed for conditioning purposes.
2nd pick: #9 (Scoot Too) (4-1) - Speedy and lightly-raced, he's stretching out in distance in his third back from a four month layoff. He's racing first of a Sam Breaux claim (14%) and is a threat on the front end.
3rd pick: #6 (Awesome Dancing) (20-1) - Gelding seems best suited coming from off the pace. He tired badly last out when sent for the lead and can get a share of this at a big price if he gets a more patient ride.