TimeformUS Belmont Park Horses in Focus for Thursday, May 9, 2019

Race 1: Orbolution (#2)

Was stymied in behind tiring runners for the entire stretch drive of the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf last time.

Has been training strongly for her return at Palm Beach Downs.

DRF Formulator Fact: Over the past 5 years, Todd Pletcher is 8 for 17 (47 percent, $4.55 ROI) with horses coming off layoffs of 300 days or more in turf routes.

7-2 on ML

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Race 3: Militiaman (#1)

Lost significant ground on the far turn while mounting a wide rally into contention.

Raced greenly while trying to lug in through the stretch last time, and should improve with experience.

Is bred to have ability as a half-brother to Grade 2 winner Handsome Mike and Grade 1 winner Union Strike.

6-1 on ML

Race 7: Northern Haze (#2) / Soul Fight (#2B)

Northern Haze put in a strong final quarter-mile after racing greenly, and galloped out with energy.

Soul Fight debuts, and John Terranova is 5 for 17 (29 percent, $14.31 ROI) with first-time starters in turf sprints over 5 years.

This entry may be an overlay in a race that features many viable options for bettors.

8-1 on ML