Laughingsaintssong back home for Ragin Cajun

Laughingsaintssong could see his stock rise before Saturday night’s $50,000 Ragin Cajun at Evangeline Downs in Opelousas, La. He ran second to Rockshaw in a stakes last month at Oaklawn, and that winner was to run back Thursday in that track’s $150,000 Bachelor.

Laughingsaintssong, meanwhile, has awaited the Ragin Cajun, for 3-year-olds at seven furlongs. The race drew a field of seven, including Reckling, who was cross-entered in a race at Oaklawn, and U S Officer, who is cutting back in distance off a start in the Risen Star at Fair Grounds.

Ragin Cajun (Race 8)

KEY CONTENDERS

Laughingsaintssong, by Songandaprayer
Last 3 Beyers: 84-79-76

◗ He ventured to Oaklawn for the $125,000 Gazebo last month and ran a strong race, setting the pace before being overtaken by Rockshaw in the six-furlong stakes that went in a quick 1:09.20. Laughingsaintssong has since returned to his native Louisiana and has been working at Evangeline Downs.

◗ Laughingsaintssong has never been worse than second in six career starts, winning three of those races. His victories include the $50,000 Space City at Sam Houston and the $100,000 Louisiana Champions Day Juvenile at Fair Grounds.

◗ Kerwin Clark has the mount for Rodney Verret and trainer Allen Landry.

U S Officer, by U S Ranger
Last 3 Beyers: 54-71-62

◗ He will be returning to the seven-eighths distance of his most significant win, the $100,000 Clever Trevor in November at Remington Park.

◗ Diego Saenz has the mount for trainer Danny Pish.