Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (HOWDY) (8-5) - The morning line favorite, colt has finished 2nd in both starts since coming off a 7.5-month layoff Dec. 13th. He's worked five times here, including a sharp five-furlong drill Feb. 12th. Looks set.
2nd pick: #4 (Ain't Misbehavin) (9-2) - Consistent sort moves back in with fellow Cal breds after winning 2-of-4 starts facing 'open' claimers. All three career wins have been here, and he worked a quick half-mile Feb. 21st.
3rd pick: #2 (City State) (15-1) - Longshot has good early speed and is breaking just off the rail. He's won going two-turns in the past and has more lifetime victories (four) than any other entered. Can factor at a big price.
4th pick: #1 (Tough It Out) (4-1) - One of two 3yos taking on older and more seasoned rivals. Grey gelding finished a distant 2nd here in the $250K California Cup Derby Jan. 30th and can factor again, but he needs to really step it up in the 'figure' department.