Free Picks For Tampa Bay Downs - 12/30/20

Race 1 at Tampa Bay Downs on Wednesday is a 7 furlong Maiden claiming for 2 year olds with a purse of $14,350 and field of 7. 4 Foreman is half brother Ruby Queen, was fourth when last out 3 weeks ago and on connections merits respect. 5 Tapsasional has placed in two of four outings, did not fare well when last seen but returns to a more suitable distance today. 6 Thrown For A Loupe has placed in three of six outings, was second earlier in December and looks to go one better today. 5 Tapsasional to win, Exacta 5-6

Race 2 at Tampa Bay Downs on Wednesday is a six-furlong claiming for three-year-olds and up with a purse of $16,350 and field of 7. 1 Mulberry has 17 victories in races of up to 1 mile, finished second when last out in October and arrives here in excellent form. 5 Marvella has four victories in races of six furlongs, was a winner when last out in November and looks for a double today. 6 RattlesnakeRose has seven victories in races of up to six furlongs, was a winner when last seen in September and cannot be overlooked. 5 Marvella to win, Exacta 5-1

Race 3 on Wednesday at Tampa Bay Downs is a 1-mile and 1/16 claiming for three year olds and up with a purse of $11,200 and field of 8. 2 Purchasing Power has won three races at one mile was a winner when last out and looks for a double today. 3 William Crotty has 12 victories in races of up to one mile, was third when last out three weeks ago and finishes with the leaders today. 6 One Stop Shop has eight victories in races of up to one mile, was second when last seen in early December and form has been excellent of late. 6 One Stop Shop to win, Exacta 6-2

Race 4 at Tampa Bay Downs on Wednesday is a 1 mile and 40-yard allowance optional claiming for three-year-olds and up with a purse of $22,750 and field of 7. 2 It’s Mandatory was victorious when last out in November, jockey selection is a big plus and looks to double up today. 4 The Curt Fox has nine victories in races of up to one mile was second when last seen and on consistency must be given consideration. 7 Bow And Arrow has seven victories in races of up to one mile, was third when last seen and on these terms merits respect. 2 It’s Mandatory to win, Exacta 2-7

Race 5 at Tampa Bay Downs on Wednesday is a 1-mile maiden special weight for 2 year olds with a purse of $22,500 and field of 9. 3 Federalist Papers debuts from this venue today, was a huge investment and on these terms merits consideration. 5 One Fast Orb has placed in two of four outings, jockey selection is a big plus and finishes in the mix. 6 Ravir is sister to Auntie Joy, debuts from this venue today, has a top-rated jockey in the saddle and on these terms merits respect. 5 One Fast Orb to win, Exacta 5-3

Race 6 on Wednesday at Tampa Bay Downs is a 1 mile and 40-yard claiming for three year-olds and up with a purse of $11,500 and field of 8. 1 Indian Buzz has been successful at both five furlongs and one mile, was fifth when last out but cannot be overlooked. 3 Silver Edge has had success at both five furlongs and one mile, was fourth when last seen and finishes amongst the leaders today. 4 Valiant Virtue has victories at both five furlongs and one mile was fourth when last out 3 weeks ago and on these terms is the one to beat. 4 Valiant Virtue to win, Exacta 4-1

Race 7 at Tampa Bay Downs on Wednesday is a 1-mile maiden special weight for 2-year-olds with a purse of $22,500 and a field of 10. 2 Naval Battle is sister In Front, has two victories at one mile and plays a prominent role today. 9 Queen Of The Green has placed in two of three outings, was second when last seen three weeks ago and on these terms is the one to beat. 10 Lisheen has placed in one of three outings, finished third when last seen, and cannot be overlooked. 9 Queen Of The Green to win, Exacta 9-2

Race 8 on Wednesday at Tampa Bay Downs is a 5 1/2 Furlong Maiden claiming for 2-year-olds with a purse of $13,350 and a field of 12. 3 Insightful is a half-sister WorldSeriesAtatude finished fourth win last seen at this venue and holds leading credentials. 9 Dancing In Fire has placed in two of three outings, was 7th when last seen but returns to a more suitable distance. 10 GrimHilde is a half-sister to Da Wildcat Girl, was 5th when last seen 3 weeks ago, and has a top-rated jockey in the saddle. 3 Insightful to win, Exacta 3-10

The 9th and final race on Wednesday at Tampa Bay Downs is a 5-furlong starter allowance for three-year-olds and up with a purse of $19,000 and a field of 10. 2 RaOfTheSun has eight victories in races of up to six furlongs, was fifth when last seen but in this group must be shortlisted. 5 Pudding has four victories in races of up to seven furlongs, finished fourth when last out in January, and debuts for a new stable today. 10 The Great Kath has 7 victories in races of up to seven furlongs, finished well back when last seen but faces an easier assignment today. 5 Pudding to win, Exacta 5-10