Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #4 (ARC NATION) (2-1) - He missed by just under a length racing here at this distance Jan. 24 for a $30K tag. It was his first in a claimer, first with Lasix, and first on conventional dirt. I give him a slight edge despite him moving up in claiming price.
2nd pick: #2 (Constitution Affair) (8-5) - The morning line and probable favorite, he missed by a 'neck' in a three-horse win photo when debuting here going a mile for a $30K tag Jan. 11. He's worked fast since, is cutting back in distance, and is an obvious threat.
3rd pick: #3 (Arch Ability) (7-2) - Colt has been idle since an even effort facing tougher debuting in a five-furlong sprint for a $75K tag June 20 at Churchill Downs. He's worked here a half-dozen times since Dec. 28 and must be left in the short mix today.