Mahoning ValleyThu, February 22, 2024

TATER AND TOT (5) opened this prep with a win two runs ago. Not as effective last time out when seventh over 6f at Aqueduct, beaten 30 lengths. Won't find this as tough so he is a major player. AKITO (4) finished 9 lengths from the winner in fifth last start after being in the firing line on the corner over 6f at this track, an improvement on his eighth at this track the run before. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. STANDINGINTHEFIRE (8) got the prize two runs ago at this track. Couldn't follow that up last time out when eighth over 6f at this track, beaten 21 lengths. Looks well placed so expect a better run this time. KALINBA (9) was last at the races when he finished eighth over 1m at this track (Dirt) on December 12. Sure to make his presence felt.