Top pick: #2 (STORM HOPE) - Colt makes his seasonal debut in this spot and he showed ability in his first pair last year, finishing close-up in both, winding up second in one and third in the other. Trainer Barclay Tagg excels off the layoff and names Dominguez. Lots of things to like.
2nd pick: #3 (Quiet On The Tee) - Probably needed his debut and trainer Chris Clement moves him to the turf and adds lasix this afternoon. Look for a much-improved run today.
3rd pick: #9 (Coronation Day) - He's run well in his turf sprints and will be stretching-out in distance for trainer George Weaver. Blinkers will be removed (a 25% winning angle by the barn) and he should be racing close-up off the sprints. Win candidate.
4th pick: #8 (Cop's Fever) - Has some speed and will be returning from a 7 1/2 month layoff. Faces a tough task, but he could make an impact if ready.