Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #6 (BIANCAS MANDATE) (5-2) - The filly is one of three entered that broke their maidens last out. $65K purchase did so here at this distance for at the local bottom ($8,000) Dec 15. Only her 2nd start, it was her first on the local all-weather surface and she's nicely spotted to by trainer Art Nebertson.
2nd pick: #7 (Real Good Deal) (3-1) - Stalker finished a close up 3rd here at this level and distance Nov 21 in her 2nd start facing winners. Working steadily for her return, she draws a fine outside post and is a win candidate.
3rd pick: #5 (Jenpirestrikesback) (9-2) - Another of the last out maiden winners, 5yo did so here at this trip for a $12.5K claiming price Dec 5. Only her 2nd start, mare has been bet heavily in both appearances and must be left in the mix.