Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #4 (HEKLA) (4-1) - Lightly raced colt finished 3rd at this tag and trip in his local debut March 5. Shortened up to a sprint a week later, he rated, bit, and tired to finish 5th of 11, beaten by nine lengths. Trainer Juan Guerrero brings him back quickly and stretches him back out. 4yo gets a slight edge.
2nd pick: #2 (Moonlite Encounter) (12-1) - Long time maiden has early speed and finished a close up 3rd here going six furlongs March 12. A career best, it came in his second back off almost an eight-month layoff. Can be in this from start-to-finish at a big price.
3rd pick: #7 (Slaminator) (2-1) - The probable favorite, he's been sharp in three straight starts at this tag and trip. 4yo has a flexible style, is in career best form, and is an obvious win candidate at a short price.
4th pick: #5 (Diamond Prince) (10-1) - 5yo tired last out and was 13 lengths behind 'Slaminator' at the finish. It was his first start in 2.5 months, and he may move forward enough to gain a minor award.