Sam HoustonMon, February 19, 2024

SONNY BOB (8) returned last time with a solid third at this track (Dirt) over 1m after being in contention on the corner. Hard to beat in this suitable race. MISTER MONTE CARLO (7) has started twice, missing the frame on debut then doing a better job to finish third last time, beaten 4.5 lengths over 6f at Listed level at this track (Dirt). Good chance to break through. BAYOU BOY (6) has started twice, missing the frame on debut then doing a better job to finish second last time, beaten one length over 5½f at this track (Dirt). Progressive type who is among the leading chances. SHAKINTHEMONARCHY (1) was never in contention when 8 lengths from the winner in sixth over 5½f at this track last start, a less impressive effort than his fourth on debut at this track the run before. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race.