Free: Santa Anita horses to watch for week of May 14, 2018
SPARKY VILLE
Trainer: Jeff Bonde
Last race: May 11, 2nd
Finish: 3rd by 4 1/2
Beyer: 63
This 2-year-old can flat run. Not quick racing 4 ½ furlongs, he trailed the field, was not urged, angled out for the drive, finished big, and galloped out super. Candy Ride colt will be tough to beat second time out.
AVALANCHE
Trainer: John Sadler
Last race: May 12, 1st
Finish: 3rd by 4 3/4
Beyer: 84
Closing N1X turf miler raced inside, was blocked into the lane, unable to generate momentum, and coasted home as the favorite. The race was inconclusive. He might prefer a rally-wide trip next time out.
FIRST DUDETTE
Trainer: Brian Koriner
Last race: May 12, 8th
Finish: 3rd by 2 3/4
Beyer: 79
This improving filly held best of the speed in a sprint stakes for 3-year-old fillies. Chased a fast pace, made the lead into the stretch, and got swallowed late by closers. Sharp effort – a career best.
JOURNAL ENTRY
Trainer: Carla Gaines
Last race: May 12, 9th
Finish: 6th by 4 1/2
Beyer: 59
A debut filly by Uncle Mo, she was only prepping in a turf sprint. Lacked speed, cut the corner, rallied inside, got in a tight spot on the rail, and finished on her own in educational debut.