By Bob Ehalt and Matt Shifman

1st race – (2) Payton’s Hammer was second at 1 ¼ miles and has experience at the 1 ½-mile distance. Seems as good as anyone in this field. (8) Lahainaluna was fourth at the distance in a MSW race and merits attention. (10) Diamond Eyed Jack should be a factor here. (1) Gettleman has hurdling experience that may help him here. Betting strategy: 2 to win, place. Exacta box: 1-2-8-10.

3^rd race – (6) Turino was second here in her 2023 career debut. Gets Jose Ortiz here and should work out a winning trip. (5) Ready to Jam seems like the one to fear. (1) Civetta has been racing in stakes and has a class edge. (7) Wind Flower should like the shorter distance. Betting strategy: 6 to win, place. Exacta box: 1-5-6-7.

5th race – (6) Kiamba won at the distance overseas and seems ready for a better effort here. (1) Classic Glide should be helped by a rail trip. (2) That Wasn’t Me should move forward at this distance. (8) Pookie could be a factor in this field. Betting strategy: 6 to win, place. Exacta box: 1-2-6-8.

7th race – (3) Harrow has a win over the course at this distance, which is a nice advantage. (1) Cooper Missile will not be fazed by the distance. (2) The Hidden Chamber could shine here. (5) Grogu has stakes experience and that may payoff today. Betting strategy: 3 to win, place. Exacta box:  1-2-3-5.

9th race - (5) Tawny Port has raced well over the course and should handle the distance. (7) Navy Seal should be the main rival. (1) Limited Liability can hang around until the end. (2) Greystone fits in nicely here. Betting strategy: 5 to win, place. Exacta box: 1-2-5-7.