Top pick: #2b (PROUD RULER) - He's improved in each of his starts and last out finished a close-up fourth after chasing the pace. Race was his first in blinkers and he's comeback to work well since. The choice for the win.
2nd pick: #10 (Precursor) - Beautifully-bred runner (A.P.Indy) has been freshende-up for the past seven weeks by trainer Tom Albertrani. Working steadily for his return, colt showed some ability in his first three starts. Blinkers will be added today to his equipment.
3rd pick: #7 (Masala) - Pletcher-trained colt made his debut sprinting on the turf just over five weeks ago. Not sure if he'll run on the main track, but he's worked well on the dirt. He's eligible to improve for a top barn.
4th pick: #8 (Fair Catch) - Dramatic improvement on view in start number two. Beaten almost 40 lengths in his debut in the Belmont slop, he rallied strong to finish second at the Meadowlands last out in a large field (11). Exotics contender.