Laurel ParkSun, July 14, 2024

PLAY LIKE A RAVEN (7) had a bit on his rivals when when resuming from a lay-off most recently, recording an impressive win over 6f at this track (Dirt). Gets a little weight relief. Has the pace to settle in the leading division. Leading contender. MISTER AGENT (5) displayed plenty of early toe and went on to score by 2.5 lengths last time out over 7f at this track (Dirt). Needs to be at his best to beat this field but he is good enough to play a major role. IRISH WARLOCK (6) finished seventh two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 7f at this track, beaten 2.2.5 lengths after being prominent at the corner. Likely improver with strong prospects. K KAKE POP (3) produced a reasonable effort when second last start over 5½f at this track. That followed a win at Pimlico the start prior. Likely improver with top-three prospects.