By Bob Ehalt and Matt Shifman

1st race – (1) Bemis drops into a claimer for the first time and seems best here. (4) Quentin B disappointed in his comeback race but can rebound here. (6) Bright Skittle is worth a look moving to dirt. Betting strategy: 1 to win, place. Exacta box: 1-4-6.

3rd race – (6) Ruiva was a close fourth in a stakes and looks best here. (7) Reza won easily on Tapeta. Should handle turf. (8) Cactus Closer had trouble in a stakes and should be closing fast at the end. (5) Allura has speed and could hang around until the end. Betting strategy: 6 to win, place. Exacta box: 5-6-7-8.

6th race –- (4) Paseo should appreciate the added distance and gets the call here. (6) Charm of Venice should be well-suited by the distance. (3) Onehotmess comes off a big maiden win. (2) Marcinkowski merits consideration here. Betting strategy: 4 to win, place. Exacta box: 2-3-4-6.

8th race – (3) We Be Mischief was a game second in his debut and should graduate today. (7) Mojacar looms a big threat in the stretch. (10) Alworth missed by a neck last time but could score today. (12) Positano John may contend in his debut. Betting strategy: 3 to win, place. Exacta box: 3-7-10-12. Doubles: 3-7-10-12 with 3-6-7-8.

9th race –  (7) Mobula has speed and could lead throughout in this field. (8) Grade A looks like the one to fear. (3) Social Belle could take a step forward after a weak comeback race. (6) Emoji should be a threat in the stretch. Betting strategy: 7 to win, place. Exacta box: 3-6-7-8.