Top pick: #5 (LAUNCH N RELAUNCH) - He stalked, bid to the front, and was run down by a deep closer last out at saratoga. Race was at this price and distance and was his first in 7 1/2 months. Has a maintenance drill since and it's Dominguez riding for Rick Dutrow, a 28% winning combo.
2nd pick: #6 (Lubango) - Dangerous rival ships here from Presque Isle in western Pennsylvania where he finished 3rd on their "poly" surface. Has back class, is in the high percentage barn of Chris Englehart, and looks set for a big effort.
3rd pick: #2 (Settle for Medal) - He rallied to finish 3rd last out and was only a 1/2 length back of "Launch". Race was his first ever in a claimer and was a positive one. Stretch threat.