SATURDAY PICKS FROM SANTA ANITA- BRONCOBUSTER
 
It’s a day full of big events, lets hope they don’t have to cancel the card.. May be I’m being a little faceious but, for whatever reason, the drainage problems that have plagued this track have once again reared its ugly head and forced multiple cancellations, again this year!  The rains forced yet another cancellation last Saturday, the second Saturday lost in three weeks!  That cancellation forced the rescheduling of the 3 yrd. old Sham Stakes which has been added to todays card.  A card already full of big stake events for older horses.  It will be interesting to see how a week delay effects some of these 3 yr. olds, some of which are still dreaming of the Kentucky Derby.   Here are my picks for today, lets hope the Sun’s out!!!
 
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Best bet-  Race 1 #1 Blue Tambourine, M/L 7-2. WIN WAGER. This one debuted in a maiden claimer back in January and after a terrible start was full of run. The runneup finish was rather eye catching and prompts a move to the maiden special waits today.  With that initial experience out of the way, this one has since been working well and has every opportunity to graduate at a square price.
 
Next Best- Race 7 SHAM STAKES, #6 Kettle River, M/L 6-1.WIN WAGER.  Sticking to my guns with this guy. He has been on my radar screen since popping a very respectable 90 beyer in his last.  He comes across as a one who may have the ability to take a giant leap forward and one who may stamp himself as a true Derby contender. Those are high aspirations and it has to start somewhere.  He was my pick last week and there’s no reason to change my feelings about this one today.  Another big shot at a fair price.
 
Value Bet-  Race 5 #2 Nericon King, M/L 12-1. WIN PLACE SHOW. WIN WAGER.  Is the lone speed in a race where he is dropping in class and cutting back in distance.  A recipe that is usually successful.  The odds on this one give us a chance for a WPS try and if his lead goes uncontested, he will be dangerous and looking to grab the lions share!
 
 
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