Top pick: #2 (MISSISSIPPI MAN) - Drops, goes second off a 70-day rest, and he has the most speed. The leading rider at the recently completed Delaware meet, Dave Cohen is aboard and a pair of powerful barns (Steve Klesaris and Cody Autry) are coming to New York) to race over the next six months and he'll be their main rider. Colt should prove tough to catch today.
2nd pick: #7 (Woodacre) - Another dropper, he's a consistent sort whenever he's around this price and this field is a bit "light" for the level. Can win this if the top choice tires late.
3rd pick: #6 (Have You Ever) - Returnes from a 70-day break, races at the price he was claimed for ($25,000) at Saratoga by Dave Jacobson. Speedy when right and he looks like a player in this group.