POPPA ECHO (5) is having his first run since winning by 5.5 lengths two-and-a-half weeks ago over 1207m at this track. Has transferred to the Lindsay Schultz stable over the break. Looks set to run well for the new barn. MIRACLE WORKER (1) ran sixth at his latest appearance over 1207m at this track, finishing 9 lengths from the winner. Likely to be in the finish. TIMING DIFFERENCE (4) has been mixing his form recently including last time out when he was well held over 1710m at this track (Dirt). Rates well and can do much better. CITY OF OSCARS (6) finished fifth over 1609m at Aqueduct (Dirt) at his most recent appearance on November 29. Looks one of the genuine hopes in the race.