Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (EXULTATION) (2) - On the sidelines since late January, this lightly raced 5yo has been competitive in all five starts with a pair of those coming on this course going 6.5 furlongs. Speed/stalker is working steadily at Los Al for Pete Eurton who has won with 5 of 16 starters (31%) off of long layoffs since Jan. 1 of 2019.
2nd pick: #4 (Reedley) (9-2) - Well-bred colt is racing first off a Red Saldana claim and has been competitive on the grass in both attempts going a mile. Speed/stalker is cutting back in distance and is a strong win candidate.
3rd pick: #2 (Mike Operator) (8-1) - Longshot switches to the grass after a sharp 3.5 length maiden win going 6 furlongs on the local dirt for a $20K tag Jan. 4. Consistent sort fits on figures and is a threat at a square price.