BANDSTAND (7) finished second, beaten 2.75 lengths, when resuming from a spell last start over 1207m at this track (Dirt) after he was in contention on the bend. Has the class to get the prize. ECHOBAYOU (4) resumes from a spell of ten weeks. Could only manage to finish fifth at the latest run over 1207m at this track (Dirt). No surprise if he was able to get off the mark. HIS WAY (5) closed last campaign with three consecutive minor placings and is back today after a break of nine weeks. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Will be in this for a long way. RICHOCHET RICK (3) turned in a decent effort last start to finish second over 1207m at Fairmount Park. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race.