Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #6 (SMARTY SMART) (9-2) - One of two entered by trainer Mike Trombetta and the pair race uncoupled. Stalker chased while wide and held to finish third here at this level going 7.5 furlongs Dec. 31. Solid effort came following a eight week freshening, she's worked fast since, and Jose Ortiz is back on the re-ride. Filly gets a slight edge, but make sure you box your exactas in this competitive contest.
2nd pick: #1 (Expect an Entry) (7-2) - Stretch out sprinter has been improving and enters off a pair of fine efforts at this level going 5 furlongs on the grass. Stalker has the rail and is a major factor with Javier Castellano replacing Tyler Gaffalione.
3rd pick: #2 (So Fresh) (4-1) - Competitive in all three turf starts, she rallied to finish second here at this level going a mile Dec. 31. Home bred had a wide trip from the 10-post and draws much better for this attempt. Must be left in the mix.
4th pick: #5 (Souper Striking) (6-1) - The second of the pair from trainer Trombetta, she has early speed and ran well here Dec. 31 in her first ever around two turns. It's noted that Irad Ortiz Jr is aboard for the first time.