Fri, January 03, 2025

CHASIN A DOLLAR (5) finished second, beaten half a length, when resuming from a lay-off last start over 5½f at Los Alamitos (Dirt) after he was in contention on the bend. Meets a stronger field but he is good enough to make a big impact. CANYAHEARMEKNOCKIN (7) came home strongly last start to finish third, beaten one length, over 5½f at Los Alamitos. Must respect the stable decision to remove the blinkers. Major player. TOPPERS AT SEASIDE (8) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 1.1 lengths when fourth over 1m at Los Alamitos four weeks ago after being in contention on the bend. Best figures measure up nicely. Sure to run well. CULTURAL (2) is a three-year-old colt on debut by Volatile from Lets Dance Charlie who has been an outstanding producer including winners at black type level. Has the aid of a nice alley and looks certain to be competitive.