Peck: Tampa Bay horses to watch for week of April 5

Coax

Trainer: Mark Casse

Last race: April 1, 1st

Finish: 3rd by 3 1/4

Beyer: 41

Could only manage third as the favorite here but she was up against the race flow, as a lack of pace in the race resulted in a controlled tempo -- and a two-speed exacta; better setup can help her make amends next time.

American Merlot

Trainer: David Hinsley

Last race: April 1, 5th

Finish: 3rd by 3

Beyer: 55

Wrangled back off the pace here and that cost her, as there was not a lot of speed in the field and she was left with too much to do; can improve in her return.