Top pick: #8 (PURRFECT BLUFF) - Daughter of "Lion Heart" has finished second in her last pair at this level and distance. Trainer Gary Contessa adds blinkers to her equimpment, and she'll be very tough to beat.
2nd pick: #1a (Saarlight) - Part of a Kiaran McLaughlin trained entry. Daughter of "Saarland" is working fast for her debut. "Bullet" on Jan. 14, was very impressive, and she looks well-prepared by a trainer who has had an exceptional winter here (46-15-3-8), and who wins with a solid 23% of his debuting stock.
3rd pick: #2 (Pleasant Ballerina) - Wide in her last when finishing third, beaten 1 1/2 lengths by the top pick. Draws the rail, and she's a win contender if she breaks cleanly.