Mahoning ValleyTue, February 24, 2026

LUCKY COUGAR (1) is close to breaking through after three consecutive placings, the latest coming when second over 6f at this track (Dirt) after being prominent from the outset. Has the speed to be prominent from the outset. Nicely placed to give this a mighty shake. HARTFUL HOPE (4) finished third last time out over this course and distance, travelling towards the tail before winding up strongly in the dying stages. A repeat of the latest effort will see her in the finish again. SOCIALBUTTERFLYTAM (6) has not appeared since she finished third over 6f at Turfway Park (Synthetic) on December 17. Has a strong when resuming record, scoring on two occasions from four starts. Makes plenty of appeal. LIBERTY BELLE (3) was in the firing line on the bend and finished second last time over 6f at this track (Dirt) when resuming from a lay-off, beaten 0. 8 lengths. Placed to advantage so expect another forward showing.