Thistledown

8th May

Thistledown [8th May 17:50]

	Win	Place
We Need A FavorRocco Bowen - Kim Puhl595-349	2/1	2/5
Respectable fourth at Oaklawn Park over 6f (claiming maiden) four weeks ago on debut for this trainer, if he can build on his latest effort then ought to be competitive.
Bolt's TreasureLuis Gonzalez - Kim Puhl5-53844	3/1	4/7
Tenth attempt to get off the mark, finished fourth, beaten a fair way in a maiden claimer (Oaklawn Park) on first run for current trainer last month, major player as has been on the scene in the recent past.
Brave WordsLuis Rivera - Jeff Fletcher5053-73	7/2	8/13
Seems to be improving based on last two runs, not disgraced when third of seven over 5f at Mahoning Valley (maiden special weight, sloppy track) on his debut for this trainer five weeks ago, jockey's C&D record from low draws is useful and should go close.
IntervalAngel Diaz - Nestor Rivera884-322	9/2	10/13
Has found improvement of late, had a couple of these behind him when second at Mahoning Valley in a maiden special weight upped to this distance on debut for new trainer last month, first attempt on dirt, Angel Diaz a noteworthy booking, can be in the thick of things.
CreekVictor Fernandez - Robert Cline5-83343	8/1	5/4
13th attempt to get off the mark but has arguably shown improved form the last twice, held in third last month splitting Interval and Great Revelation at Mahoning Valley in a maiden special weight, must be high on list.
Z BossYan Aviles - Michael Rone3-8573	14/1	2/1
Has displayed improved form on last two starts, comfortably beaten despite finishing third where just ahead of Great Revelation 14 days ago in a maiden special weight, in the mix.
It's Last CallErik Barbaran - Rey Mendoza33-3332	18/1	11/4
Has shown some recent improvement and generally consistent, went down by a head in a maiden claimer at Mahoning Valley (sloppy track) last month, regularly been coming up a bit short lately so looks risky.
TizartRoberto Perez - Andrew Tumblin70-98	40/1	7/1
Beaten 16l (eighth) in a maiden claimer (Gulfstream Park, dropped to 5f) 19 days ago, attempting to open his account at the fifth time of asking, unlikely to pose a threat.
Great RevelationT Houghton - Ricardo Bailey867446	50/1	9/1
Out of the frame when sixth in a maiden special weight dropped down to 5½f (close behind Z Boss) last month, long-term maiden (0-11), a lot on his plate here and only limited appeal.

Thistledown [8th May 18:20]

	Win	Place
Inside StuntAngel Diaz - Nestor Rivera343121	1/1	4/11
Brings winning C&D form to the table, scored by a slim margin in an optional claimer when beating Logico (runner-up) and Ian Glass (fourth) last month, respected as has proven capable of posting bigger numbers than these rivals.
LogicoLuis Rivera - Jeffrey Radosevich22-6212	7/2	10/11
Ran well when beaten a short head over 6f here (optional claimer) behind Inside Stunt last month, a course winner, one-time useful performer, has to be taken seriously.
Ian GlassRocco Bowen - Kim Puhl5-26644	11/2	5/4
A winner over C&D, classy performer in his prime, creditable effort behind Inside Stunt in an optional claimer when fourth beaten just under 4l 16 days ago, possibilities if reproducing most recent effort.
Notorious SixohtwoJavier Tavares - Johanna Urieta181212	17/2	9/4
A course winner, successful three times in his last six starts, beaten into runner-up when 4-5 over 6f at Mahoning Valley (starter allowance, muddy track, bumped at the start) last month, concerns about him getting away on terms so passed over.
Aquitania ArrivalAnthony Nunez - Nestor Rivera522112-	17/2	9/4
Has chalked up two wins from his last three, successful five times in 32 career outings, good effort when 1½l second (Presque Isle Downs) in October in an optional claimer, back from an absence here.
Majestic FlagT Houghton - James Jackson715147-	10/1	5/2
A winner over C&D, finished last of seven in a claimer when dropped in distance (Mahoning Valley) in October, returns from an absence here, now down in class (in for $12.5k from $15k), passed over.

Thistledown [8th May 18:50]

	Win	Place
Castle MagicLuis Rivera - Robert Gorham512-213	1/1	1/3
Solid effort at Mahoning Valley over 6f (starter allowance, muddy track) last month, on target twice in her last five outings, peak figure in the past year is the best in the field so strong claims.
Quick RecoveryJose Bracho - Jeffrey Radosevich1-21835	11/4	8/11
Can be a player at this level, solid run when fifth over 6f at Mahoning Valley (claimer, not far behind Kantbackoff) last month, has struck up a good partnership with this rider, who is back on board, definitely of interest as has more than one win to her name.
Devra WarriorRoberto Perez - Javier Suarez535226	9/2	1/1
Last of six in an allowance optional claimer (Mountaineer Park) last month on her first start for this trainer upped to 1m, winner of four races (5f-7f) but no longer appears to be improving, she can be taken on.
Alter The StarsKevin Gonzalez - Javier Suarez621434	15/2	13/8
Not far behind Devra Warrior when fourth over 6f at Mahoning Valley (claimer, muddy track, broke slowly at the start) four weeks ago, has won here previously, often been there or thereabouts lately, $7.5k claiming tag this time (up from $5k).
KantbackoffJason Simpson - Ricardo Bailey734536	11/1	5/2
Missed the frame (beaten 22l into sixth) in an optional claimer (bumped at the start) last month upped to 1m, useful at this level, should be in the mix as won't mind the drop in trip and she ran well two runs back.

Thistledown [8th May 19:20]

	Win	Place
KartanoRocco Bowen - Timothy Hamm532127	4/5	1/4
Finished last of seven at Tampa Bay Downs last month in a claimer, better than this level in his pomp and wins-runs record of 7-30, claiming value now drops to $5k, big chance.
Star ShoppingAngel Diaz - Nestor Rivera646284	5/2	8/13
A winner on four occasions from 5f to 1m½f, ran a bit below expectations (sent off 4-5) when fourth in a claimer dropped back in distance 17 days ago, is a player as boasts the best speed figure posted by this field in the last 12 months.
Law Of The JungleJose Bracho - Joseph Poole3-32245	6/1	6/5
Finished fifth, beaten a fair way last month in a claimer, now down in class (in for $5k from $7.5k), if replicating best previous efforts is of some interest.
ChargerYan Aviles - Ivan Calderon537-651	17/2	15/8
Sprang a 9-1 shock (muddy track) at Mahoning Valley five weeks ago dropped down to 6f in a claimer, yard is ticking along nicely, others more appealing as no longer in his pomp.
Small SailorFernando Becerra Salazar - Donaciano Gonzalez986766	16/1	4/1
Was sixth of eight, beaten 14l, last week back down to 6f in a claimer, has usually offered little in recent outings and largely disappointing since successful in a claimer at Thistledown in July, unlikely to achieve more than just a supporting role.
KlaatuJoam Toledo - Amy Sondej419-675	25/1	13/2
Unable to land a blow in fifth in a claimer (Mahoning Valley) last month, has won at this track, not really built on success in a claimer in October at Mahoning Valley, $5k claiming tag this time (up from $4k), he's hard to fancy.

Thistledown [8th May 19:50]

	Win	Place
The Miracle KiutFernando Becerra Salazar - Caryn Vecchio3-33141	1/1	4/11
Has won here, has chalked up three wins from her last seven, too good for several of these when winning with a bit to spare (Mahoning Valley) upped to this trip (sloppy track) in a claimer last month, eased in class with tag standing at $16k here, strong claims.
Kerri's MiracleJoe Stokes - Ivan Vazquez6-47351	4/1	1/1
28-1 winner by 2l when dropped to 6f from Crossed Up, The Miracle Kiut and Goodness Sakes at Mahoning Valley six weeks ago in a claimer, has won here before, claiming value now rises to $16k, despite that Mahoning Valley success, has some questions to answer.
Crossed UpVictor Fernandez - Caryn Vecchio442333	4/1	1/1
Brings winning C&D form to the table, mostly consistent recently, not disgraced when third of seven here over 6f (claimer) dropped back in distance two weeks ago, moves down to an easier grade (in for $16k), can figure.
Mobil LadyLuis Rivera - Shane Meyers013-147	5/1	11/10
Finished last of seven in a claimer (Mahoning Valley) upped to this trip (sloppy track) last month, has winning C&D form to her name, one-time useful operator, claiming tag drops from $25k, must go on the shortlist as has proven capable of posting bigger numbers than these rivals.
High FireChelsey Keiser - Gary Johnson54-5234	14/1	7/2
Comfortably beaten finishing fourth in a claimer (sloppy track) last month (Mahoning Valley), 11l behind The Miracle Kiut, recent efforts have generally been solid, may not have any more improvement left, claiming value now drops to $16k, others appeal more as now looks to be past her prime.
Goodness SakesAngel Diaz - Nestor Rivera70-6664	25/1	7/1
Not far behind Crossed Up when fourth here over 6f (claimer) last month, has won here before, down in class now, dropping from a $25k tag, others are preferred.

Thistledown [8th May 20:20]

	Win	Place
Sweeping GiantRicardo Feliciano - James Canegata123-351	10/11	1/3
Bagged a sixth C&D win last month (2-5), performed at a higher level than this in his peak, a leading player.
Dr Jack FlyerVictor Fernandez - Larry Reed161141	7/2	10/11
Narrow success in a starter allowance on first run for this trainer (Mahoning Valley, muddy track) four weeks ago, resume shows that he is a proven winner (seeking a seventh career win), should be on the premises.
KadeshLuis Batista - Craig Sweeting226-112	6/1	11/8
Behind Dr Jack Flyer in a starter allowance at Mahoning Valley (muddy track) when just denied four weeks ago, C&D has proven suitable before, managed two wins in his last three outings, his best looks to be behind him and hard enough to fancy.
CavendishJavier Tavares - Johanna Urieta333611	13/2	6/4
Narrow success in an optional claimer last month, wins-runs record of 5-23 and bidding for hat-trick, can give it a good shot.
ReinvestHector Berrios - Gary Johnson144-214	17/2	2/1
Far from disgraced (beaten just over 2l) when behind the reopposing Cavendish upped to this distance two weeks ago in an optional claimer, has chalked up two wins from his last six, winning form over C&D, passed over as this is a fairly competitive event.
Strike AppealJason Simpson - Michelle Winters93-5153	16/1	4/1
Course specialist who has won eight times here and career record shows his ability to win (wins-runs record of 14-46), creditable effort behind Sweeping Giant in an optional claimer when last of three 17 days ago.

Thistledown [8th May 20:50]

	Win	Place
Silent RuleBrandon Tapara - Jay Bernardini111-111	1/2	1/10
Unbeaten after seven career runs, extended her winning streak on latest start, had two of these in arrears when scoring by 12l at Mahoning Valley (muddy track) four weeks ago in an allowance race, has to be feared despite this step up in class and her latest trackwork was positive.
Lo BugAddiel Ayala - Richard Zielinski121-111	11/2	8/11
Has won here previously, extended her winning streak on latest start, narrow scorer in a stakes at Mahoning Valley 49 days ago, likely to be a threat.
Banana PuddingJose Bracho - Julie Pappada21-1211	7/1	10/11
Resume shows that she is a proven winner (seeking a sixth career win) and bids for hat-trick, narrow winner of an allowance race (muddy track, Mahoning Valley) five weeks ago, peak figure in the past year is the best in the field so can make a bold bid.
I RecallWalber Alencar - W Bourke1/2633-8	17/2	11/10
Not beaten too far when eighth of ten in an allowance optional claimer (Tampa Bay Downs) last month, brings winning C&D form to the table, facing a tougher assignment than last time, one to tread carefully with.
Work'n On A BuzzFernando Becerra Salazar - Robert Gorham23112-1	11/1	11/8
Has won previously at this course, successful three times in her last four starts, came out on top by 3½l (sloppy track) at Mahoning Valley last month when back to 6f in an allowance race, should go close despite having more on her plate.
Az We SpeakErik Barbaran - Robert Gorham1221-11	18/1	2/1
Track has proven suitable before, looking to complete a four-timer, came out on top by 3l at Mahoning Valley (muddy track) two months ago in an allowance race, this looks tougher but looks a likely player.
She's CraftyJoam Toledo - Robert Guciardo2434-12	18/1	2/1
Beaten 12l into second (6f) in an allowance race (Mahoning Valley, muddy track) four weeks ago, has winning C&D form to her name, wins have come at a lower level, she can be taken on as could be a bit flattered by latest effort.
Lucky Penny RoseChelsey Keiser - Ivan Vazquez1441-44	40/1	11/2
Posted a good effort at this track whenfirst in December, producing solid form figures, unable to land a blow when fourth of six over 1m at Mahoning Valley (allowance race) two months ago, others more persuasive as this looks tougher than last time.
R Three AngelsVictor Fernandez - Jason Dacosta44-7465	80/1	14/1
A C&D winner, not won for some time now, finished last of five when dropped down to 6f (Mahoning Valley) four weeks ago, finishing well behind reopposing Silent Rule (muddy track) in an allowance race, facing a tougher assignment than last time, hard to fancy.

Thistledown [8th May 21:20]

	Win	Place
Over The FallsJoe Stokes - Megan Fadlovich3	11/4	4/7
Held on her debut (wore blinkers) in front of Mystical Mobil running here over 6f at 7-2 17 days ago, prospects now that she knows a little more.
Lizzy's DreamFernando Becerra Salazar - Alejandro Mendieta5	3/1	8/13
Fair debut effort over 6f at Tampa Bay Downs at 40-1 last month, runners from this stable often improve from their debut, a likely player despite this step up in class and horses from trainer often improve for a run.
ShemitebeaporcheLuis Batista - Danny Bird6-5234	4/1	10/13
Not disgraced when fourth of seven 49 days ago at Mahoning Valley in a maiden special weight, has to be considered.
Mon MinouVictor Fernandez - Robert Cline3	4/1	10/13
Had a couple of these behind her when third here with blinkers fitted over 6f at 8-1 two weeks ago, with the benefit of experience, possesses leading claims.
GabadostAnthony Nunez - Megan Fadlovich4335-	9/2	5/6
Beaten 12l when fifth of seven over 6f at Mahoning Valley (maiden special weight, sloppy track) in December, four-race maiden but has managed to finish third, returns from an absence here, one to note as jockey does well from inner gates here.
BiondettisnitemareRoberto Perez - Rodney Faulkner—	16/1	5/2
Sire an influence for speed, market may be informative on her prospects as she may come unstuck against experienced rivals.
One LadyGerman Terraza - Jacinto Lopez7-4	18/1	3/1
Was held in fourth in a maiden special weight last month, must go on the shortlist as she should benefit from that experience.
Queen KittyErik Barbaran - Israel Flores67	22/1	4/1
Behind Mon Minou and One Lady (third and fourth) here in a maiden special weight when beaten a long way last month, passed over.
Mystical MobilT Houghton - Jose Atala2-43465	33/1	6/1
Fifth beaten 23l 17 days ago behind Over The Falls, in a maiden special weight, one to be interested in.
Bold NickyKevin Gonzalez - Rachael Maddox364654-	40/1	15/2
Finished fourth but wasn't beaten too far (9l, sloppy track) in December (Mahoning Valley, dropped back to 6f) in a maiden claimer, yet to open her account after 27 starts, has had some time off, difficult to build a solid case for her with tougher test on the cards.

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