Hoosier Park has a 13-race card on tap to start the weekend. The 0.50 Late Pick 4 begins in Race 10, and the sequence will be my focus.

Comments and selections below are based on a fast track.

Race 10

1-Ima Diamond Babe (9/5)-Has faced some tough Indiana bred 3-year-olds and should relish the company. Beat this kind on 10-27 as an odds-on choice. Can be forwardly placed from the start and won't offer any value but should be tough to beat.
7-Sister Jean (6-1)-Sister came off a sick scratch and started from the 2nd tier versus this kind and cashed a 2nd place check. Was defeated by #4 who was repeat winner. If the morning line choice doesn't bring her fastball this gal should be in the hunt at a solid price. Came the back half in 57.1 and this race could set-up for a closer.

Race 11

2-Stright Cool Up (15-1)-Looks like a live longshot with the right steer. Putnam should provide an efficient trip with this post draw. Could get sucked around and use a nice brush down the lane to surprise.
5-Ana Afreet N (3-1)-Raced gamely to the wire but was nipped by an odds-on chalk, and the trip could have been better. Was caught 1st over on the backside into a .28 third quarter and will rely on Widger working a smoother journey tonight.
6-Little Rocket Man (3/5)-Raced big again to capture its 3rd straight on 11-5. Did fade near the wire and De Long was after him down the stretch. Offers a very short price and deserves respect but will look to others to be better down the lane this time.

Race 12

3-Bold And Brassy (4-1)-Went off at 17-1, took advantage of a sizzling 1st half and went by foes in the late going. The trip could be different here but Leonard should have this 7-year-old in striking range. The program chalk drops into a soft spot but has been camera shy, so best to not overlook.
5-Kneedeep N Custard (2-1)-Should be a main player here but has trouble producing a complete effort. Hasn't sealed the deal since 7-30 versus Open II company. Should wake up tonight but can't completely trust.

Race 13

1-Gazing Start (2-1)-The field has tallied a total of 16 wins this year and this 5-year-old has taken 2 of the pictures. Has been facing better and Tetrick takes the lines, This smells like a drop and pop situation.
6-America's Fleet (5/2)-Only 1-31 in 2021 and this will be the 1st time for Widger to take a seat. This is another short price and the change in pilots could be the difference.

My Ticket

Race 10) 1,7

Race 11) 2,5,6

Race 12) 3,5

Race 13) 1,6

Total Ticket Cost) $12 for $0.50

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