HELLO HOT ROD (3) improved sharply on his fourth two starts back at Remington Park (Dirt) with a win over 1308m at Remington Park (Dirt) two months ago, getting home by one length after being prominent at the turn. Looks well placed so expect another big run. THIRD STREET (4) was well fancied when resuming last start and proved too strong, scoring by 1.3 lengths over 1308m at this track (Dirt). Open to plenty of improvement and looks a big threat to the top selection. VINNIEBOB (8) was a gutsy winner two back then finished fourth over 1308m at this track (Dirt) on January 4. One of the leading hopes. KIRBY DERBY (2) was well found in the betting last time out but could only manage to finish sixth over 1609m at Zia Park (Dirt) in a disappointing performance. Finds an easier assignment and can bounce back.