Lava Man - 8/5 Fav

[Pedigree Ann]

Originally Posted by Slewbopper

It happened last year in this race. Although his HGC race was very gutty and he had a poor start, it may be a signal that he is following the pattern he did last year at this time. I love the Lava Man, but I sure won't bet him at odds on. He is not in LA.

Last year Surf Cat was in the race and, with Super Frolic, pressed Lava Man through a half in :45.90 and 6f in 1:10.35. Is there anybody in this field who is going to try to cook Lava Man this year? Remember, the 'rabbits' finished far back, while Lava Man hung on to be third by less than a length. LM was so exhausted by this effort that he had to be vanned off the track. It wasn't the time of year that cause LM's defeat, it was the pace scenario.