Top pick: #2 (BLUE LINE CAT) (2-1) - Gelding was an easy winner here for a $6,250 tag on Jan. 7th as he cleared the 2l condition. It was his first off a Jared Brown claim and a career best overall. Raised up to run for a $10K tag next out, he finished a close up fourth of seven. Barn drops him back down and has him racing at the price they claimed him for. 6yo by 'Bluegrass Cat' gets a slight edge.
2nd pick: #6 (Candy Anniversary) (9-5) - Speedy and lightly raced, he won her local debut racing at this tag on Feb. 2nd. Raised to a starter-allowance 13 days later, he held gamely after a long speed-duel to miss by a 'neck.' He should be involved every step and is a strong win candidate.
3rd pick: #7 (Candy Sweetheart) (5-1) - He's dropping back down, moving from turf to dirt, and shortening up in distance. Speed/stalker is not at his best distance, but should factor in this weak group.