Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #4 (CAUTIOUS GIANT) (5-2) - Gelding has won two in a row at this distance including a score in a $110K stakes here on 'Claiming Crown' day Dec 2. Veteran has earned $450K over the years and has a good chance at picking up another win in this spot.
2nd pick: #5 (Rhythm Park) (9-2) - He raced extremely wide before weakening late to finish almost 3 lengths in back of 'Cautious Giant' here at this trip Dec 2. As consistent as they come. he's won 12 of 27 when racing on the dirt. Stretch runner fits at the level and distance and trainer Mike Maker has Jose Ortiz aboard for the first time.
3rd pick: #2 (He's Got Talent) (8-5) - The morning line favorite, speedster went wire-to-wire to score by a 'neck' at this distance for a $30,000 claiming price Dec 26. He has an outstanding overall record on the dirt 30-11-6-5 and is 10-4-1-2 locally. In the hottest barn on the grounds (George Navarro) and an obvious win candidate.
4th pick: #8 (Griff) (6-1) - No speed type won here going a mile facing weaker Dec 22. Competitive in 4 of his last 5, he rallied to finish 2nd to 'Cautious Giant' at this distance at Gulfstream Park West Nov 5. Unless there's a total pace collapse a minor award is his ceiling.