Top pick: #7 (MR. CHARLIE) - On the shelf since early January, son of "Indian Charlie" is working steadily and fast for his return. Has some tactical speed and trainer Bob Baffert is very good with long range returnees(22%). The top pick.
2nd pick: #1 (Rachels Moon) - He's one of three entered here by trainer Bruce Headly and they'll race uncoupled. Gelding by "Malibu Moon" cost $285,000 and will be making his first start since Dec. 6. Works are local and fast, he has the rail, and Bejarano is aboard. Contender.
3rd pick: #2 (Chapman's Peak) - First-time starter by "Chapel Royal" debuts this afternon for a fine first-out barn (John Sadler 24%), and with some excellent local drills. Sadler's main-rider Joel Rosario is aboard.