SEVERUS SQUALL (7) went forward when resuming last start over 1006m at this track (Dirt) and held on well for third, beaten 2 lengths. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot salute. HE'S READY TO WIN (4) closed last prep with a eighth over 1006m at Evangeline Downs on June 4. Worth noting that he opened the last campaign with a minor placing at Evangeline Downs over 1006m. Has good early toe so he should be handy in the run. Expecting a bold showing. JACKSON'S SPEAKER (9) again failed to feature last start, finishing seventh and beaten 16 lengths over 1408m at this track (Dirt). Looks well placed and a bold showing is expected. EL GANSITO (8) finished 4.5 lengths away in fifth at his last appearance over 1006m at this track (Dirt) on October 22. This looks a nice race so expect him to finish closer.