Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (LETS PLAY HARDBALL) (10-1) - Longshot raced both wide and evenly when beaten 5 lengths here at this tag and trip Jan. 9. It was his first start in two months, his first following a Mike Trombetta claim, and I think he has a big shot at long odds.
2nd pick: #1 (Rapstorerocks) (8-1) - Lightly raced colt tired while wide facing tougher here Dec. 13. He's dropping down for this attempt, has a much better post, and is a threat at a big price.
3rd pick: #7 (Big Treasure) (5-1) - State bred has been competitive in three straight and he has more early speed to utilize tan most entered. He should be involved every step and is a win candidate.
4th pick: #4 (Beyond the Call) (7-2) - A lightly raced gelding by 'Colonel John', he missed by just under a length here Dec. 26 and was in front of 'Big Treasure' that afternoon. It was his first on the grass and a big improvement off his dirt debut Dec. 4. In the mix.
5th pick: #9 (Bling Seeker) (6-1) - Colt showed good early sped last out and held to check in third of 12, missing by almost 4 lengths at this level and distance Jan. 9. Home bred is capable of getting a share with a bit of improvement.