Free: Santa Anita horses to watch for week of Jan. 16
YAVRIG
Trainer: Jorge Periban
Last race: Jan. 13, 4th
Finish: 2nd by 1 1/2
Beyer: 68
A claiming filly eligible to non-winners of two, she finished seven clear of third in her first race off the claim by Periban. She is a threat right back, and double-tough on a wet track.
LADY TAPIT
Trainer: Peter Eurton
Last race: Jan. 13, 5th
Finish: 2nd by ½
Beyer: 72
In her first start in seven months, this N1X filly was caught four wide start to finish going 1 1/16 miles. She narrowed the gap late behind winner. Tough next out at same level.
VALIANT MINISTER
Trainer: Bob Baffert
Last race: Jan. 14, 7th
Finish: 1st by 2 1/4
Beyer: 99
This 4-year-old first-time starter ran to advance billing, crushing special-weight foes in fast time while ridden out. This big debut hinted at stakes potential for the son of Candy Ride.
WESTBROOK
Trainer: Mike Puype
Last race: Jan. 15, 9th
Finish: 1st by 1 1/4
Beyer: 90
Much improved since being gelded two back, this 4-year-old earned a solid number in an age-restricted $50,000 claimer. He has speed, can finish, and can string together top efforts.
REACH THE WORLD
Trainer: Bob Baffert
Last race: Jan. 16, 5th
Finish: 3rd by 1
Beyer: 74
A first-timer at one mile, this 3-year-old Tapit colt ran well. Raced inside, took dirt, cut the corner into the lane, rallied inside, and galloped out alongside the winner. This was an excellent schooling session. Expectations remain high.