Delta DownsThu, February 22, 2024

DONTKISSDAMINISTER (2) is a four-year-old entire who is having his first run for the Amador Merei Sanchez yard. Resumes after filling a minor placing at his latest outing four months ago at Gulfstream Park (Dirt). Not seen at the trials but looks nicely placed. Expected to go close. MAYFIELD STRONG (6) turned in a decent effort last start to finish third over 6½f at this track. Ideally placed and is sure to give this a mighty shake. KING OF CONTRABAND (4) has been out of the winner's list for a long time, last start finishing sixth at this track (Dirt) over 7½f. Placed to advantage so expect a better run this time. BRIARTOWN (9) was racing well without winning, finishing in the money on two consecutive occasions, before finishing fifth last time out over 7f at this track. Has good early toe so he should be handy in the run. In the mix.