POKER PARTNER (4) progressed nicely last time out to finish just one length from the winner in second over 6f at Mahoning Valley after being in contention on the corner. Ideally placed and is sure to be there at the finish. Set Weights EET SODDY J (1) returned from a lay-off seven-and-a-half weeks ago when he was prominent at the corner before being beaten 14 lengths into seventh over 7f at Charles Town. Beautifully placed and is sure to be there at the finish. LORD ANTE (3) has not appeared since he finished fifth over 5½f at this track (Dirt) on December 4. Has found a suitable race and is worth including. CABOOSE (5) finished last campaign with a couple of minor placings, the latest over 6f at this track four-and-a-half months ago. Should park just off the speed. One of the better hopes.