Mahoning ValleyTue, January 27, 2026

WILLIE BIRD (4) is a progressive five-year-old gelding who resumes from a break of a year, his last appearance being a win over 6f at Tampa Bay Downs (Dirt). Has won when fresh from a lay-off in the past. Has an impressive strike rate at this distance with three wins from six runs and is sure to play a big role. REINVEST (2) saluted last start at this track (Dirt) over this distance after he was in the firing line on the turn. Has never been out of the money in eight starts at this trip, including six wins. Likely to push forward and race on the pace. Expecting a bold showing. FIVEFIVE SIX CHAMP (3) scored two runs back then was well in commission last time but could only manage to finish sixth over the same trip at this track (Dirt) after he had settled well back. Ideally placed and is sure to take plenty of stopping. SNEAKY SNEAKY (5) didn't make an impact at his last run before going for a lay-off on August 31, finishing eighth and beaten 8 lengths over 1m1/4f at Gulfstream Park (Synthetic). Lines up. For the first time for trainer Jeff Fletcher. Has found a suitable race and is worth including.