Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #7 (SEATTLE TREASURE) (6-1) - Price play was an easy winner here going 8.5 furlongs Feb. 1. He was claimed that afternoon by Dave Fawkes for $35,000 possibly with this race in mind. Strong finisher shortens up a furlong but there's ample speed signed on to help his stretch running tactics out. He has a good chance at a square price.
2nd pick: #5 (Espresso Caliente) (8-1) - Stalker rallied to finish second to 'Seattle Treasure' here Feb. 2. Competitive in all 5 starts on the grass, he races today fresh off a Gary Gullo claim ( a 26% winning angle, 9 for his last 34). Expect this colt to be involved from gate-to-wire at a big price.
3rd pick: #3 (Jorrin) (10-1) - $320,000 gelding by 'Uncle Mo' broke his maiden here going 8 1/2 furlongs for a $20K tag Jan. 25. Only his second start, he was claimed that afternoon by the Maryland based Marry Eppler. He has early speed, a nice cozy post, and is dangerous at long odds.
4th pick: #1 (Royalty Salvatore) (15-1) - He's racing on the grass and beyond 6.5 furlongs both for the first time. Grey colt has god early speed, is bred for the turf, and he breaks from the rail. Expect him to be sent hard and take them as far as he can at a very big price.