Free: How I'd play Santa Anita for Sunday, March 1

A pair of daily doubles is the extent of the action on a sleepy Sunday at Santa Anita. Neither bet is particularly creative; potential return is small. Therefore, it makes sense to limit potential losses to $10. The doubles cover races 5-6, and 8-9.

Race 5

WHISKEY WILD (1) is the most probable winner on the card in this starter allowance for 3-year-olds. He was claimed from a fast maiden-30 win that was validated when runner-up Congrats Seattle returned to win. The inside post benefits Whiskey Wild, whose versatile style allows him to set, press, or rally. Whiskey Wild is the 9-5 favorite.

Race 6

FAITH PROOF (11) is the speed of this $8k claiming race for fillies and mares at 5 1/2 furlongs. She could be gone as the 9-5 favorite. If she falters, then closers IT’S AINE (2) or TRIBAL PEACE (7) are there to pick up the pieces.

The $2 double play ($6 total)

Race 5: Whiskey Wild (1)

Race 6: It’s Aine (2), Tribal Peace (7), Faith Proof (11)

Race 8

HEAD SOUTH (3) is the speed of the field in this first-level allowance for California-breds. He figures to lead gate to wire as the 5-2 favorite.

Race 9

GNARLY HARLY (3) was compromised by trip last time, finishing ninth as the favorite. Claimed by Wesley Ward, the 2-1 favorite gets a beneficial rider switch to Mike Smith in this maiden-30 sprint for 3-year-olds. First-time starter LEAD THE PACK (4) has trained like he will fire first time out. He is 6-1.

The $2 double ($4 total)

Race 8: Head South (3)

Race 9: Gnarly Harly (3), Lead the Pack (4).

Total investment Sunday: $10. It’s that kind of card.