Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #7 (WILLISTON DUDE) (4-1) - He was involved every step when finishing a close up 4th here at this tag going 8.5 furlongs Jan. 20. Claimed that afternoon by Mark Glatt, he adds blinkers and shortens him up in distance. Gets a slight edge.
2nd pick: #2 (Awesome Dude) (8-5) - The morning line and probable heavy favorite stretches out a bit in distance following a pace chasing 2nd place finish here at this tag going 6.5 furlongs Feb. 1. It was a nice debut and he's an obvious win candidate here.
3rd pick: #4 (Beloved Holiday) (15-1) - Longshot finished 3rd last out after having to race between horses most of the way. He stretches out a furlong and can factor at a big price.
4th pick: #6 (Path of Exile) (9-2) - 4yo shortens up after rallying to finish 2nd going a mile here at this tag Feb. 10. Back in shape following a six month layoff, he'll need some pace help in this spot. A stretch threat if that's the case.