Louisiana DownsWed, September 25, 2024

DEER CROSSING (1) is back at the races for the first time since July 11. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a lay-off last time in work over 1m at Fairgrounds. Rates highly and makes plenty of appeal. BRIAN'S IRON MIKE (5) lines up on the back of a 2.5 lengths fifth over 1m1/2f at this track. Well placed and should be tough to beat. BENOIT (4) is back from a break and having his first look at a turf track. Has been in the money three times when resuming. Has ability and should be right in the finish. BIG BOO (3) finished ninth last time out over 1m1/2f at this track, beaten 12 lengths. One of the key chances.