Top pick: #5 (BALLYTHUNDER) - Firster by the speedy "Thunderello" makes his debut this afternoon of some solid morning drills. He's in the barn of Richard Dutrow Jr. who has strong stats with "firsters" and Edgar Prado who wins at a 26% rate when teamed with the trainer.
2nd pick: #2 (Four Star General) - Has some ability and tired last out when involved in a "spirited" speed duel. Previous pair saw him finish third coming from off the pace and he has a chance at the win today if he uses that strategy.
3rd pick: #4 (Lion's Lair) - Drops and returns off a four month layoff today. He finished a strong second in his debut at the maiden special level and has been on the sidelines since. Tough call.