Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #6 (CESPEDES) (7-2) - One of two entered by trainer Rudy Rodriguez and the pair race uncoupled. This gelding has finished within a reasonable range in four straight, the latest pair coming at this tag. Stalker has Irad Ortiz Jr. back aboard following a two race absence and that gives this 3-year-old a slight edge. The top pick, but make sure you box your exactas with him.
2nd pick: #9 (Mission Trip) (4-1) - Home bred rallied to finish third when debuting here at this tag Jan. 28. It was a useful first outing and trainer Todd Pletcher has given him two months of rest. Working steadily, he moves off the rail.
3rd pick: #7 (Luzinski) (5-1) - He hasn't shown much in either start but both came facing tougher. He's dropping down in class and has blinkers on. If he has any ability it will come out against this group.
4th pick: #3 (Three No Trump) (3-1) - Lightly-raced colt showed some early speed before weakening to finish fourth at this tag and trip Feb. 18. Only his second start, it was his first since Nov. 29. Lasix is added and this 3-year-old must be left in the mix.
5th pick: #2 (Fire N Frost) (10-1) - The second of the Rodriguez pair, gelding by 'Frost Giant' is making his debut. Working steadily, Rodriguez and jockey Junior Alvarado win at a 24% clip when teamed up.