Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #6 (MAJESTO) (7-2) - Three-year-old by 'Tiznow' cost $300K as a yearling back in 2014. He's been sharp in both appearances and was beaten just under a length racing here at this level Dec 12. Stalker has worked twice since and is making back-to-back starts for the first time.
2nd pick: #3 (Gettysburg) (4-1) - Grey colt tracked, bid to the front, then tired to finish third, 6 1/2 lengths behind 'Majesto' Dec 12. Improving colt is in the Pletcher barn and this son of 'Pioneer of the Nile' cost $425,000 as a yearling. Win threat.
3rd pick: #9 (Hint of Roses) (12-1) - Ramsey home bred has been freshened up since Nov 1. He rallied that day to finish sixth of 12, beaten four lengths racing a bit shorter at Churchill Downs. Working fast and think he can factor at long odds.
4th pick: #2 (Direct Message) (12-1) - Another long shot, colt by 'Bernardini' cost $800,000 as a Saratoga yearling back in 2014. Freshened up since Oct 3, he has Lasix added and is working very frequently at Palm Meadows for his return.
5th pick: #7 (Happy's Causeway) (15-1) - He has a bit of speed and may hold on for a small slice at a big price. Not a serious win candidate.