Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #2 (MILKAH) (3-1) - Filly has finished 2nd in two straight facing tougher and runs today following a private trainer change to Saffie Joseph, Jr. (46 of 144, 32%) with new arrivals to his barn during 2018-19. Working fast for this attempt, it's noted Irad Ortiz, Jr. is aboard for the first time.
2nd pick: #9 (Tough N Bluff) (4-1) - She had traffic issues before weakening to finish 4th of 12, beaten just under nine lengths racing here for twice this tag Nov 30. In the barn of the high percentage Jorge Navarro, he drops her to a new low and has Luis Saez taking the mount.
3rd pick: #4 (Vickythebest) (7-2) - Filly missed by a 'nose' sprinting five furlongs for a $20K tag in an 'off the turf' contest Nov. 17 in her first back following a 2.5-month freshening. Heavily backed in all three attempts, she must be left in the mix.
4th pick: #5 (Bossy Snow Pea) (10-1) - Hawthorne invader tired after rushing up after a troubled beginning debuting there for a $25K tag Dec. 6. Bet down to 5-2 favoritism, she's from an excellent barn (Larry Rivelli), and this home bred by 'Street Boss' may be competitive at a square price.