R N B BABY (2) is close to a win after a string of minor placings, the latest when second over 1673m at this track (Dirt) when she was always up in the leading division. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. LIL FRIEND (8) started at $9.20 last time on the back of a win at this track (Dirt) two starts ago but was below her best, finishing sixth over 1673m at this track (Dirt). Hard to beat in this suitable race. UNASSUMING (6) stuck on well last start to finish third over 1673m at this track (Dirt) after showing good early speed. Nicely placed to go a couple better. KANSAS SMOKE (7) was unplaced two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1207m at this track, beaten 6 lengths into fourth. Well placed to make amends.