Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #8 (GOLDEN MELODIE) (4-1) - Filly has finished 3rd in her last pair for a $30K tag and drops down to run for a $20,000 claiming price for the first time. Her outside post will give her rider some early options, and I give her a very slim edge in a contest where you should box your wagers.
2nd pick: #1 (New Year New Me) (7-2) - Filly has been on the sidelines since she finished 4th of seven, beaten by nine lengths here for a $30K tag April 12. Claimed that day by Vlad Cerin, she's training steadily, drops a bit, has the rail, and is dangerous if ready.
3rd pick: #3 (Swingin It) (5-2) - Home-bred has finished 3rd twice in three starts, all at this tag. 4yo has a bit of speed and is the morning line favorite, but holds no real advantage over this group. A contender, but she's a bit vulnerable at a short price.
4th pick: #2 (Kuda Huraa) (15-1) - Longshot has had trouble in two of her last three at the break, but has shown enough ability in the past to be considered a contender at a big price. Filly can factor with a trouble free beginning.