ThistledownWed, April 22, 2026

OKLAHOMA JOE (6) ran below expectations last time at Mahoning Valley (Dirt), finishing fifth and beaten 17 lengths starting at 11/2. Likely improver with strong prospects. I WANNA WIN (4) finished fifth over 1m2f in Listed grade at Mahoning Valley (Dirt) at his most recent appearance on October 25. Has a solid when resuming record of two wins and four placings from eight starts. Has ability and should be right in the finish. PAINT THE TOWN (2) finished fifth two runs back at Mahoning Valley (Dirt) then improved last time out to score by 2 lengths after being prominent at the bend over 6f at Mahoning Valley (Dirt). Meets some better types this time but he has the ability to test this field. RELISH THE RIDE (3) got the prize two runs ago but was less impressive last time out when fourth over 1m at Mahoning Valley, beaten 9 lengths. One of the main hopes.