Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #2 (B THREE) (2-1) - Lightly-raced filly has been freshened up since Dec 27 when she finished third of seven, beaten a length here in a $100K stakes. It was her first facing winners and the Linda Rice barn has her spotted well for her return to action.
2nd pick: #3 (Taken By Surprise) (5-2) - One of two entered who has won twice, she rallied to win here at this level going a mile Feb 4. Stalker is in the Pletcher barn and has worked fast since. Win candidate.
3rd pick: #5 (Miss Kew) (5-1) - No-speed type just missed at this level and distance Jan 8, but ran very poorly in a $100K stakes Jan 31. Home bred will need some pace help to make her stretch charge effective.
4th pick: #4 (Pet Gold) (15-1) - Maryland invader is a bit light on her figures, but that's offset a bit by her early speed. May grab a share of this at a square price.