Top pick: #5 (ULTRA BLEND) - As consistent as they come and this veteran mare has been expertly managed by trainer Art Sherman during her career (19-8-4-5). Working fast for her first since Feb. 26th and she's two for three locally and a perfect 2-for-2 at this distance. The horse to beat.
2nd pick: #3 (Excellent News) - The main speed, she's another who likes this "cushion track" (3-2-1-0) and is working fast for her first race since March 19. She won a stakes on this card a year ago and looks all set for a big effort. Win candidate.
3rd pick: #7 (Dani Reese) - Races first off a Doug O'Neill claim and he no doubt had this race in mind. Very lightly raced 5-yer-old is undefeated on this surface (3 for 3) and is a contender at a nice price.