Cal Expo wraps up the weekend with a 10-race card. The 0.20 Late Pick 4 with a $25,000 guaranteed pool starts in Race 7, and it will be my focus. Comments and selections below are based on a fast track.

Race 7 (8:35 PM PST)

5-Mystery Dragon (8/5)-The veteran drops and seems to pick its spots when leaving off the gate. The 11-year-old is in against a beatable field and Luke Plano should have forwardly placed off the gate.
9-Miki's Magic Ride (4-1)-Has been facing better and the post draw helps the price. Should relish the company and will expect an honest pace. Could win with a top try.

Race 8 (8:55 PM PST)

2-The Last Waltz (6-1)-Team Goulet entry raced better in last but still couldn't stand tall down the lane. Came close, comes right back versus the same kind, and should offer a square price.
4-Lilbabyblue (6-1)-Left from post 8 last time and was hung the mile. Was raced aggressively after going off at 19-1. Gets a new pilot in Aaron Lehman and some needed post relief. Using against the same kind and should be a nice price.
8-Tutto Bene (12-1)-Willing to take a swing with a 3-year-old who was also hung the mile in last. Likes to race on the point and there isn't a lot of gate speed in this field. Price shot could surprise and could be on top or in the pocket turning for the wire.

Race 9 (9:15 PM PST)

2-Polk Dotlady (2-1)-Took the long way around in last but did finish well considering the bumpy journey. Should be in line for a cozy trip. Drops, will be a small price and best to respect.
4-Treasure Horizon (9/5)-Going chalk-chalk here, will look for a formful result and hope for price shots in the 1st two legs.

Race 10 (9:35 PM PST)

7-Stenning A (2-1)-With a fair trip the 14-year old could have its way with this group. Gets a ++ driver change in James Kennedy, and this is a beatable field. Will look for a sharp steer and to have in contention at the top of the lane. Could finish fastest of all and take its 3rd picture in 9 starts this year.

$1.00 Late Pick 4

5,9/2,4,8/2,4/7
Total Bet=$12

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