Sat, March 22, 2025

POSTER (9) on a synthetic surface for the first time. Beaten 2.75 lengths when third on his return from a break last start at Tampa Bay Downs over 1m1/2f. In the money at the same stage last prep. Takes on tougher opposition this time but he is right in this. CALIFORNIA BURRITO (3) is in great form lately, lifting strongly to score over 1m1/2f in Listed grade at this track (Synthetic) last time, making it two straight wins. Among the leading chances again on recent runs. BABY MAX (6) is a promising type still in first campaign but off to a great start to career. Already a two time winner and scored in a at at Listed level at this track (Synthetic) before placing last time over 1m1/2f in Listed grade at this track (Synthetic). Races well here and is not to be underestimated. HE'S NOT JOKING (12) was never in contention when resuming last start over 1m1/2f in the G3 Holy Bull Stakes at Gulfstream Park (Dirt), finishing fifth and beaten 16 lengths. Has good early toe so he should be handy in the run. One of the better hopes.