ThistledownSat, May 16, 2026

ROMANIAN PRINCE (3) has been thereabouts lately without being able to break through, the latest effort a second at this track (Dirt) over 1m. Has never been out of the money in four starts here at this trip, including a win. Best form puts him right in this. MR BOGAN (4) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 6f at Mahoning Valley, beaten 9 lengths into sixth. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. KNOCK WOOD (7) got home by a nose last time out over 6f at this track (Dirt). Has a good record at this track with three wins and 11 minor placings. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. One of the main contenders. SMALL FIELD (6) returns from a lay-off of nine months. Closed off last prep in great form including a dominant win over 7½f at Mountaineer Park Turf (Turf) at his most recent appearance. Has a formidable combination with Alexander Chavez who has been aboard for his last two wins. Among the top-three hopes.