Free San Diego Handicap 2020 PPs now available

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The return of Maximum Security was put on hold for a week, but the anticipation remains as high as ever. The champion colt towers over just about any field he faces, including Saturday's San Diego Handicap bunch, but the question of how he will perform in his first start away from the Jason Servis barn lingers.

For more insight, it is best to view free past performances from our friends at Brisnet.

Looking at the Prime Power rankings, it is no surprise that Maximum Security (155.8) holds a large advantage over his closest counterparts, Higher Power (147) and Midcourt (145.1). 

The Prime Power rankings look straightforward in terms of odds, but those looking for value underneath the heavy favorite may be drawn to the Class Rating and Late Pace Last Race sections of Brisnet.

Dark Vader has the second highest class rating in the field, behind Maximum Security, and the best late pace in his last race in this field. (Maximum Security did not get a number for this section as he last ran in Saudi Arabia.) 

This is important as Maximum Security possesses top early speed. If he puts his pace rivals away and draws off, the runner with strong late pace is likely to run second.

Those trying to beat the favorite may be drawn into Bob Baffert's surprising -$1.00 R.O.I with horses making their first start in his barn.

Maximum Security is a standout on paper, but it is important to figure out your second preference in case we do not see the same colt on the barn change.

Take a closer look at the San Diego PPs below, with the option to go full screen in the lower right corner of the window. Visit our free past performances page for more great, free Del Mar and Saratoga coverage.

2020 San Diego PPs 

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