Fair GroundsThu, February 22, 2024

EMPIRE'S BEST (2) resumed from a lay-off last start with a sound second over 1m1/2f at this track (Dirt) after being in contention on the bend. Placed to advantage and can run a bold race. ACTIVE DUTY (3) has been in the money five times including last start on January 25 when third over 1m1/2f at this track (Dirt). Has been in the frame at both appearances at this course. A maiden win looks imminent. BLOOD BROTHER (1) is facing the starter for the first time. By Quality Road and is out of the B H Cox stable. Any push in betting should be respected. CATHY'S BOY (4) ran below expectations last time at this track (Dirt), finishing eighth and beaten 14 lengths. Finds a nice race and can atone.