Mark Cramer
C & X Report

FINAL COMMENT
For those who are going deep in tris or exactas, Westerner is a legit inclusion. One handicapper picks him (of 36) so that's the informed minority. But beyond that, his one win in four at today's distance was a listed at Longchamp, same trip as today, back in 2003. He's playing for in the money and might pick up some pieces in the stretch if the rabbits do their job. His trainer is crafty and would not be here for the sport. His prep in Germany looks better than it seems, since he had little speed to run at and lacked room.
Still like the same other horses but this one looks like an inclusion at a square price.
mc