Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #3 (BRILLIANT SCHEME) (8-1) - Long shot was 'vanned off' after he 'lost his action' here going 7 furlongs at this $20,000 claiming tag. Lightly-raced 4-year-old breezed a very fast four furlongs at Belmont March 31 and followed that up with another quick drill at the same distance April 13. He meet a weak field and can win this at a big price if he runs to his recent a.m. works.
2nd pick: #8 (Contingent Payment) (2-1) - The morning line favorite, has been on the sidelines since Gary Gullo claimed him from Chad Brown for $25,000 at Gulfstream Park Dec. 21. New trainer wins at a solid 26% rate first off the claim and this colt must be considered a win candidate if ready.
3rd pick: #6 (Big Auk) (4-1) - Even-paced type has nibbled several times at this level in the past and trainer Ed Barker gives him a big rider upgrade to Trevor McCarthy for this attempt.
4th pick: #1 (True Blue) (10-1) - One of three making their debuts, gelding has the rail and may grab a share at a square price with an alert break and patient ride.