Top pick: #2 (COMMON CURRENCY) - Colt is workng nicely for his first start since he debuted at Saratoga last August. Well-bet that day he was involved in a spirited pace-duel before tiring during the stretch run. Has a new trainer (Mike Hushion 29% with new arrivals) and his main rider Ramon Domingues is aloft. Trainer/jockey team is one of the tops in the business, clicking on 26 of 49 over the past 18 months. The top selection.
2nd pick: #5 (Rush to Riches) - Gelding had a poor break in his debut and after rushing-up into the pace, he predictably tired from his efforts. His trainer (Bruce Levine) is excellent second time out (31%) and lasix is added today (a 22% winning move). Look for an improved run this afternoon.
3rd pick: #3 (Zone Breaker) - Debuting son of "Value Plus" has some fine drills showing, but runs for a bran (Bruce Brown) that's 0-for its last 40 with first-time starters. May run a competitive race.