Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #1 (PAPAYA) (3-1) - This consistent filly is cutting back in distance after missing by a 'neck' here at this level going a mile Feb. 27. 4yo was re-claimed for $20,000 that day by Ed Moger, Jr. after he lost her for one race, and she's finished 2nd the last four times she raced at today's six-furlong trip.
2nd pick: #4 (Aiish's Buttercup) (2-1) - The morning line and probable favorite, she's another that is cutting back after three straight going a mile. Speedy sort is capable at the distance, is in shape, and hails from the barn of leading trainer Jon Wong. A strong win candidate.
3rd pick: #2 (Spanish Magic) (4-1) - Lightly raced 4yo drops down after winning a $50K starter-allowance going five furlongs Feb. 22. It was her third start back off an eight-month layoff, and she still has room for upside. In the mix.
4th pick: #5 (Rolinga) (7-2) - She's been competitive in nine straight, all sprinting, and dating back to July of last year. 4yo runs off an Andy Mathis claim, four for his last 16 (25%) and this state-bred is dangerous if she holds her form off the barn switch.