Top pick: #4 (JUDGE JOAN) - She had a bit of a difficult trip last out when finishing 4th here at this level July 20. Lightly raced filly ran between horse much of that race and weakened just a bit in the last furlong. Can take this with a less stressful journey.
2nd pick: #1 (Church Avenue) - Veteran mare has the rail, excellent early speed, a fine record (21-7-4-0), and is two for three on this surface. Daughter of the "Vicar" comes off a career best when winning at Hollywood a month ago and will be in this from gate to wire.
3rd pick: #5 (Savan' Brianne) - Lightly raced filly hasn't run since last Oct, but has a fine overall record (6-4-1-1) and is working fast for her return. Speed/stalker is a win threat if ready.