Fri, December 27, 2024

LAST AMERICAN EXIT (5) has been in the placings his past two starts, finishing second over 5½f at Woodbine last time out. Has a strong record at this distance with a win and five minor placings from six starts and is a leading contender. THREE ZERO (7) doesn't win very often but ran a strong race last time out over 5½f at this track (Synthetic), finishing second and beaten 2.5 lengths after being in contention on the corner. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. JOLLY BOSS (6) ran well below his best last time over 5½f at Laurel (Turf), beaten 2.2.5 lengths into fourth at 15/8. Should camp just off the leaders. One of the main contenders. MAXWELL ESQUIRE (4) was unplaced two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1m at this track, beaten 7 lengths into eighth. Worth noting I Ortiz Jr goes aboard. Well placed to make amends.