Ralph Siraco’s selections for Wednesday’s races at Hollywood Park

Tuesday, May 9, 2000 | 9:37 a.m.

Wednesday's races

1st Race -- Denamax - Part of coupled entry with Sybil's Prospect, draws good post, gets Mr. Kentucky Derby in Desormeaux. Morn N' Mist - Draws outside post for the sprint run, hustling Pedroza aboard Carava trainee, team productive pair. Value Play -- She's A Gamble

2nd Race -- Cool Breeze - Nakatani scales for brother-in-law Dollace, draws well, should get the trip here. Mr. Treasure - Draws outside post for the 7-panel run, Solis aboard Stute trainee, should be in the mix throughout. Value Play -- Mr. Host

3rd Race -- Bets A Flying - Draws inner post for the short dash, trainer Dutton employs Sorenson here, needs a prompt start. Sheza Jazzy Slew - Training at Anita, Steiner aboard Greenman horse, bred to win early. Value Play -- Jane Loves Niners

4th Race -- Central Lobby - Irish bred import draws good inner post for the mile turf run, Blanc again on Frankel trainee, the factor here. White Heart - British bred runner draws just outside top pick, winning Kentucky Derby team of Desormeaux/Drysdale, gotta have Heart. Value Play -- Pavillon

5th Race -- Lexicon - Speedy sprinter draws inner post for the dash, Desormeaux returns on Mandella trainee, adds blinkers here. Old Topper - Should get enough gas in this heat to complement his closing kick, Delahoussaye to help Threewitt trainee. Value Play -- Your Halo

6th Race -- Papa Too - Draws extreme outside post for the 7-panel run, Solis again on McAnally trainee, gets good stalking scenario. My Name Is Francis - Desormeaux/Hess combo, draws good post, nasal strip on for graduation attempt. Value Play -- W. L.'s Legend

7th Race -- Greenbaypacker - Training at Anita, draws good post for the route turf outing, Desormeaux aboard Garcia trainee. Dynastar - Gomez scales Dollace trainee, draws two stalls outside top pick, good spot for action. Value Play -- Pizza N Beer

8th Race -- Fancy Dali - Draws good inner post for the route finale, Gomez on Moger, Jr. trainee, should get a good trip to graduate. Grab The Lady - Training at Anita, draws inside post as well, trainer Spawr gets weight break with bug boy Diaz, Lady may Grab diploma. Value Play -- Chaster