By Bob Ehalt and Matt Shifman
1st race – (7) Colonel Caliente takes a big class drop and should prove best. (5) Tiger’s Legacy steps up off a second and a Hartman claim. (2) Musical might make some noise here. (3) Colonel Compton faces slightly weaker company here. Betting strategy: 7 to win, place. Exacta box: 2-3-5-7.
3rd race – (1) Silver Road broke slowly but still won her debut. Can make it two in a row here. (6) Dazzling exits a fifth in a stakes for Asmussen. (8) Smoke could deliver in this spot.(7) Lecompte’s Run has enough speed to hang around until the end. Betting strategy: 1 to win, place. Exacta box: 1-6-7-8.
5th race – (4) Castle Pines was a good second at Kentucky Downs and gets the nod here. (8) Rogue Meteor rallied late for second and will be aided by more distance. (11) Oscar Cheer could take a step forward in his second start. (2) Arsenal Star is worth a look in this field. Betting strategy: 4 to win, place. Exacta box: 2-4-8-11.
9th race – The Sycamore Stakes (G2) - (2) Just a Touch may have found his niche in marathon races. (4) Navy Seal could find smooth sailing here. (5) Echo Lane is highly consistent and belongs in the exotics. (7) Limited Liability might wake up in this spot. Betting strategy: 2 to win, place. Exacta box: 2-4-5-7. Doubles: 2-4-5-7 with 1-7-9-11.
10th race – (11) Storm Diva was second last time and should post a maiden win here. (7) Keep is working nicely for her debut. (1) Erica’s Beach may respond to a switch to the main track. (9) Big Luz could be primed for a solid effort in her debut. Betting strategy: 11 to win, place. Exacta box: 1-7-9-11.