Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #7 (RAY OF SUMMER) (15-1) - Lightly raced gelding pressed the pace before tiring late to check-in 5th of 10, beaten just over 5 lengths here at this tag Feb. 17. A career-best, 3yo is back on a quick turnaround and travels an additional furlong for this attempt. I think he has a good shot at a big price.
2nd pick: #5 (Fresh One) (3-1) - The probable favorite, Cal-bred has been competitive in all three starts. Latest saw him rally to finish second at this tag Feb. 17, a contest where he was a bit more than 3 lengths better than 'Ray of Summer'. An obvious win candidate at a short price.
3rd pick: #1 (Riggski) (4-1) - On the sidelines since Sep 21, he's training fast for Jeff Metz who is having a career best meet 179-30-26-29 (17%). Washington bred finished 3rd in 3 of 4 at Emerald Downs last summer and is a major player if ready.
4th pick: #8 (Capital Reef) (8-1) - Veteran maiden split 'Fresh One' and 'Ray of Summer' last out and one-run type should be closing in the final furlong. A fast and/or contested pace would help his chances out.