Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #1 (BROTHER AARON) (5-1) - This colt drops in his second back following a 3.5-month layoff. $85,000 purchase has early speed, draws the rail, and he was working above average at Gulfstream before shipping here. I give him a slim edge in a contest where you should box whatever wagers you make with my selections.
2nd pick: #8 (Archrival) (9-2) - This 3yo has been competitive in four of six when racing on the dirt. Freshened up for the past two months, he finished 2nd at the Fair Grounds at this distance for a $15K tag when last in action (March 20). A win candidate.
3rd pick: #12 (Rivers of Lite) (7-2) - A NEW gelding, he's been competitive in all three attempts. The 4yo ships back from Will Rogers Downs in Oklahoma where he missed by a 'neck' at this trip for a $15K tag May 5. Blinkers are added today, and this 4yo is in the mix.
4th pick: #6 (Spelling Bee) (4-1) - The field's lone debuting runner, he's working about average, but is from a strong first-out barn, Wesley Wad (28%). This grey 3yo gelding need not be anything special to factor against this group.