HawthorneSun, April 21, 2024

RICHIESONAROLL (1) tackled the Commonwealth Stakes over 7f at Keeneland last time out when fresh from a lay-off and was beaten 7 lengths into sixth by Bo Cruz. Should camp just off the leaders. Leading contender. PHILIPSBURG (3) went forward and proved too strong last time out, scoring by 5 lengths over 5½f at this track (Dirt). Going up a level this time but he is good enough to play a major role. BALADINE (8) returned from a seven months break over 5f last start and got the job done by 3 lengths at this track (Dirt). Has a solid record at this course and distance, including a win and three placings. Strong winning hope again. BASEBALL POLITICS (4) scored an impressive win by 3.5 lengths when resuming from a lay-off last time out over 5f at this track (Dirt).