3/11/2017
TAM Derby GII (KYD)
Purse: $350.000
Location: Tampa Bay Downs
Distance: 1 1/16m Dirt
- Souther Style, J. Ortiz, Mb Stables- took the Jerome two starts back over an off track, looks to bounce back after a disappointing effort in the Withers last out.
- Got My Bearings, P. Lopez, Heavens Own- last seen winning a claiming race at Santa Anita, this one takes a major jump up in class.
- Prince Absolutely, V. Espinoza, Grimely- set the pace in the Withers last out before fading back to be seventh, takes another shot at graded company again.
- Road To Glory, G. Boulanger, Simmer Down Stable- makes his route debut here after a fast closing fourth in the Swale last out.
- Hez On Fire, J. Bisono, Australia Wide- makes his second career start after breaking his maiden at first asking, has some nice mile works, but will have to prove himself in this spot.
- Profound Connection, F. Pennington, Mb Stables- was a much the best winner last out in the Sam Davis over the track, may be the horse for this year’s HRP KYD.
- Perspective, F. Geroux, Mb Stables- was game in defeat last out hanging on to third in the Robert Lewis at Santa Anita.
- Que Cosa, D. Centeno, DJC Racing Stables- flat effort last out, will need to improve to be a factor in this spot.
- Formato Gigante, J. Rocco Jr., Jerry Garcia Racing- open length winner of a MSW at Gulfstream last out.
- Finalist, J. Pimentel, Grimely- purchase privately after his last start, he will look to improve for new connections who are 19% first time with trainer.
- Eastern Wood, J.J. Hernandez, M m Racing- stretches out once again after taking a sprint allowance last out.
- Pip Mia, A. Rodriguez, A And I Stables- another one who placed in the Jerome and then bounced in the Withers, this race will tell a lot.
Categories: Grade II, STAKES ARTICLES, TC 2015-2020
