AqueductFri, December 05, 2025

MINISTERIAL (5) returns from a lay-off of eight months. Was safely held at the only appearance last prep when eighth over 1m1/2f at Keeneland (Dirt). Should park just off the speed. Sure to be in the finish. BOB JOHN RAY (6) raced just off the lead before letting down nicely and scoring a 0. 8 lengths win over this journey at this track (Dirt) last time. Record here is impressive with two wins from six starts. Should be in the finish. BEST BET (7) has been in good form, scoring three back at Saratoga (Dirt) then placing twice in a row, most recently finishing third when he was always up in the leading division over 1m at this track (Dirt). Faces an easier assignment so he is a major player. FIRST TRUMPET (1) was beaten 37 lengths into fifth over 1m1f at this track last time out. Likely improver with strong top-three prospects.