Tampa Bay DownsFri, February 23, 2024

BUFF HELLO (8) is close to breaking through after two consecutive placings, the latest coming when third over 6½f at Gulfstream Park (Dirt) after being in the firing line all the way. Should settle just off the speed despite the draw. Beautifully placed and is sure to play a pivotal role. MR EXTENSION (1) finished 9 lengths back in second over 6f at this track (Dirt) last time out after a gutsy win the start prior. Has the gate speed to take up a forward position. Sure to be in the finish. GOLDEN JUAN (2) has switched yards since finishing fifth a week-and-a-half ago over 6f at this track. Worth plenty of thought. ROGER MCQUEEN (5) last appeared a month ago over 6f at this track when he finished seventh. This is his first run for the Benny R Feliciano stable.