We have a group of nine 3 year olds ready to tackle 6 furlongs in this G2 turf sprint. Here is the field:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#1 Tuck U Inn (All-Stars Racing) 6\/1<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Summary: Gave routing a try and it wasn\u2019t a disaster other than that 9 furlong allowance race. He really showed what he is capable of when he cut back to sprinting 3 back. He took down an allowance race at 5 furlongs and even though he came 2nd two back in another allowance event his speed figure popped. Definitely didn\u2019t bounce off that effort in the Like Magic where he took down that field and though he shortens up by \u00bd furlong here he looks to keep the streak of top 2 finishes intact. A real contender and a logical next step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n #2 Deep Deeper (East-West Connection) 5\/1<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Summary: Hasn\u2019t sprinted since last November and the record there isn\u2019t really eye opening. He hasn\u2019t won in 5 efforts but it does include a 2nd and 3rd. His recent form has been going a mile and he did win last out against NW2x. Was a visually pleasing run down the stretch to get up by \u00bd length and will try to springboard that into this G2 sprint event. He will have to ramp up that move a lot earlier going this distance and the history of sprinting doesn\u2019t leave me with much confidence. Will pass on but the oddsmakers clearly think he has a real chance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n #3 Vegas Strike (GR Simsters) 7\/2<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Summary: His last four stakes, all on the listed scene, have resulted in two seconds and two firsts. His number keeps climbing and he goes off as the favorite in the race. He does cut back a bit in distance and the last time he ran 6 furlongs in the G3 Cyborg (Yes, it was last July) he needed a bit more ground and only got up for 4th. Not sure how much the cutback will affect his chances, but he is sure to be in the mix just on his skill. Like him for a podium finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n #4 On Your Watch (East-West Connection) 7\/1<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Summary: Third is the name of the game as that\u2019s where he has finished his last 3 listed stakes tries. All really good efforts at that level but now jumps into G2 company. One has to feel he will try and get first run at the leaders as this is where he has had the most success. The distance is to his liking as he has a win back at the distance in March. Never has finished out of the money sprinting and will probably be in for a chance at the podium late. Can he get over that hump?<\/p>\n\n\n\n #5 Medatown (Pastures of Green) 5\/1<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Summary: Really the only one who is moving up in distance as he has been sprinting mostly at 5 \u00bd furlongs his latest starts. He\u2019s been very successful there with 2 wins and a second in listed stakes. The lone second he could have used that extra half furlong so should like the added distance. The speed figure did dip after that huge jump two back but have to think he gets rolling again. Definitely one to watch out for and like him at the 5\/1 price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n #6 Pinky Finger (The Mecca) 6\/1<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Summary: 7 out of 10 wins is nice, and make that 7 in a row on firm turf. How can you knock this one\u2019s accomplishments as he has won 4 listed stakes during that streak including two at this distance. Last three wins have been wire to wire so I have to think this one will play catch me if you can. Like the steady increase in speed figure as well. Can\u2019t bet against him until he does something wrong as 7 at any level is impressive. My pick to keep the streak alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n #7 Raphael\u2019s Pact (No Residency) 9\/2<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Summary: Hasn\u2019t really taken to those routes after some promising glimpses as a juvenile. The last two contests sprinting in listed stakes showed some of the potential this one possesses. He got a pair of thirds in those and posted the highest speed figure in the field in his last. Not sure if he will prefer the cutback to 6 furlongs but like many in here it will be a bit of a wildcard for him. If he runs back to that number or improves it slightly he has to be considered. I\u2019m not sure he will like the distance and have him finishing just off the podium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n #8 Ultimate Christmas (Orphan Racing) 32\/1<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Summary: Longest shot on the board and deservingly so. Broke his maiden after 6 tries going 9.5 furlongs on the turf last out. He has yet to break the triple digit mark and is 0 for 2 ITM sprinting in his life. Cuts way back to a sprint and jumps way up in level. Will pass and don\u2019t think he gets in the mix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n #9 Aliala (All-Stars Racing) 7\/1<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Summary: The only other one who jumps up in distance and is coming off the 5 \u00bd furlong win in a listed stake. The speed figure is creeping up the last three but still is a little on the short end compared to the best in this field. Think the distance will benefit him so that gives him a little bump up. Is 9 for 9 finishing in the top two in sprints but he is as good as these at this point in his career?<\/p>\n\n\n\n FIELD IN NUMBERS<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n My Predictions : 6 \/ 5 \/ 3 \/ 1<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" We have a group of nine 3 year olds ready to tackle 6 furlongs in this G2 turf sprint. 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