Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #1 (PROJECTED) (2-1) - This veteran has been showing some slippage over the past year and is dropping down into a $30K claimer for the first time here. English import tired facing tougher here Feb. 12, but at this level and from a ground-saving post, the 8yo gets a slight edge.
2nd pick: #5 (KIng of Spades) (5-2) - He missed by a 'head' here facing Optional-$35K claimers/N1X foes Jan. 1, then had a wide trip when beaten just under two lengths against $40K claimers Feb. 6. Down a bit in price, it's noted that leading rider Irad Ortiz, Jr. is signed on, a positive move by the barn. A strong win candidate.
3rd pick: #2 (Donji) (9-2) - Another member of the 8yo club, he moves up in price after checking in 4th of six, missing by almost two lengths for a $20K tag Feb. 27. He has a bit more early speed than the others and should have involved every step. In the mix.