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SAM HOUSTON DOWNS Race #8

February 2, 2016
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Premium Pick

Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (UNBRIDLED RETREAT) (5-2) - Since coming back from a 9 1/2 month layoff a year ago, this stalker has finished second in six of eight attempts. He's done so four times here and was beaten a 'neck' at this level Jan 18. It was his first since July and a repeat of the overall effort will best these.

2nd pick: #4 (Sadler's Bern) (7-2) - Speedy colt chased and tired in the same last race as 'Unbridled Retreat.' It was his first attempt since late September and 4-year-old should move forward off of it. There is no visible speed inside of him, so the rail is his for the taking. His early speed makes him dangerous.

3rd pick: #7 (Chatain Pass) (9-2) - He rallied to finish third in the same last race as the top two selections. Gelding was a 1/2 length behind 'Unbridled Retreat' and 8 1/2 in front of 'Sadler's Bern'. He's been competitive in four straight since coming off a half-year's absence Aug 14.

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