Evangeline DownsFri, July 17, 2026

WIZARD OF YESTER (4) is resuming from a lay-off of nine weeks and having his first run for the Edith A Mojica yard. Was in the placings when when resuming from a lay-off last campaign at Louisiana Downs (Dirt) over 5f. Makes plenty of appeal in the new surrounds. MIDNIGHT MISCHIEF (6) got the prize two runs ago at this track. Safely held last time out when fifth over 7f at this track, beaten 12 lengths. Finds a suitable race and can get the job done. ONE DEAL (5) last appeared a week-and-a-half ago over 1m at Lone Star Park when he finished ninth. This is his first run for the Cesar Govea stable. Comes here with definite top-three claims. EXPRESS LINE (1) finished third last start at the first run back from a lay-off over 6½f at this track (Dirt), beaten 11 lengths. Placed to advantage so expect a big run.