MINTASTIC (7) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 10 lengths when fifth over 1609m at this track six weeks ago. Has the ability to figure prominently. CLUB MESQUITE (6) doesn't win out of turn, scoring just seven times from 71 starts. Again tasted defeat last start when fifth over 1207m at this track, beaten 9 lengths. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run. ABSAROKA (2) filled yet another minor placing last time when 6 lengths adrift in third over 1673m at this track (Dirt) after being prominent from the outset. Nicely placed to take this out. SHUT UP MICHAEL (1) was beaten 8 lengths into seventh in a 1609m contest at Canterbury Park Turf at his latest appearance. Worth noting D P Vergara goes aboard. Well placed and can figure in the finish this time.