VICTORY FOR VETS (7) was a dominant winner last time in stakes class at Sam Houston Park (Dirt) over the same distance. Should park just off the speed. Expecting a bold showing. U S ARMY (4) is back after a break of four-and-a-half months. Started the last campaign impressively when in the placings over 6f at Louisiana Downs. Rates highly and is likely to be prominent. WITHOUT A TRACE (5) could only manage fourth when returning from a lay-off last start over 7f at Sam Houston Park (Dirt), beaten 6 lengths. Has a terrific record here with two wins and one placing from three starts. Capable of running a big race. NUMBER ONE DUDE (1) was last at the races when he finished sixth over 1m1/4f in Listed grade at Remington Park (Dirt) on December 13. Has a strong when resuming record, scoring on four occasions from eight runs. Definite top-three chance.