19:35 mahoning-valley Friday 2nd January 2026

BOUDIN (1) was well in commission last time but ran below expectations when fourth and beaten 5 lengths over 5½f at Mountaineer Park (Dirt). Should be poised just off the lead. Leading contender. THANKS FRANK (4) finished fourth two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 6f at this track, beaten only one length after being prominent at the corner. Finds a suitable race and can get the job done. BUCKET LIST (7) could only manage sixth last start over 5½f at this track (Dirt), beaten 11 lengths. Form here strong boasting five wins from 10 starts. Capable of running a big race. BLUE MAX (5) was well in commission last time but ran below expectations when fourth and beaten 11 lengths over 5½f at this track (Dirt). Has a solid record here at the distance with two wins and four placings from nine tries. Has to be respected.