Hawthorne Racecourse has a Friday matinee 8-race card, the first post is 1:00 PM CST. The 0.50 Late Pick starts in Race 5 and will be my focus. Comments and selections below are based on a fast track.

Race 5 (2:20 PM CST)

5-Kiss My Mooss (7-1)-Might have been overmatched in the big money Illinois stakes but performed well in the last 2 races. The most recent start was against this kind, left from the 10-hole, was used early and didn't quit down the lane. Starts in a much better slot, won't be 35-1 but could offer a solid price. Will use in case the morning line choice has a bumpy trip.
8-Maypearl (2-1)-This is the field's leading money winner and has won 3 straight. The post draw might make it more of challenge, but it is the one to beat.

Race 6 (2:40 PM CST)

2-Lottie's Webb (4-1)-Faded down the lane to finish 2nd on 11-21 and has been off since. Faces some of the same and the winner is not in this field. Needs an efficient trip to post a win and that could happen with this post draw.
3-Rk's Toni (7-1)-Left from post 7 in last and was far back early but finished 3rd just behind the one above. Gets post relief and a ++ driver change in Casey Leonard. Does good work at Haw (20-6-2-2) and should be closer to the leader turning for the wire.
7-Got The Grins (9-1)-Drew off by >3 lengths on 11-13 against better.. Then took an aggressive jump up in class and was a beaten 6th. Now drops back to a competitive level and at 9-1 is well worth a swing. Has hit the board in 5 of 7 in Stickney and took 2 pictures.

Race 7 (3:00 PM CST)

7-JM's Determination (4-1)-Took the long way around and finished a beaten 4th. This will be the 4th start in town for this mare and will look for an improved effort at a square price.
8-Seeyousomewhere (15-1)-This is also the 4th start in town and this filly drops to a more competitive level. Gets a positive driver change in Mike Oosting and with a sharp steer could surprise at a big price.

Race 8 (3:20 PM CST)

3-Jewel's Lady (9/2)-This is a soft bunch and Lady has lost less than others due to the fact she has had only 8 starts. The 4-year-old was a late starter but tonight gets the best pilot as Leonard steers. Should be forwardly placed and could get a suck around win.
9-Minithezzzmoocher (5-1)-Comes off a decent effort finishing a close 2nd and the winner isn't a concern tonight. The post helps the price, and the beaten chalk could be in the mix if in striking range at the head of the lane.

0.50 Late Pick 4

5,8/2,3,7/7,8/3,9
Total Bet=$12

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