NORTHERN CARDINAL (1) returned last time with a solid third at this track (Dirt) over 1106m after being prominent at the turn. This is an easier assignment and can take this out. BAND TOUR (8) was never in contention last time over 1106m at this track (Dirt) when he finished 11th, beaten 20 lengths. This offers him a great chance of breaking through. BROTHER BOBO (9) ran below expectations last time at this track (Dirt), finishing eighth and beaten 104 lengths starting at $9.70. Likely improver with strong prospects. QUAHOG REPUBLIC (10) again failed to feature last start, finishing fifth and beaten 7 lengths over 1106m at this track (Dirt). Rates well on best figures and is worth including.