Royal Cheer (#9) - Switched barns 3 races back, and is a different horse now. Barn happy with improvement, as they tried Grade II foes in last. Willing to toss that effort on drop in class.

Kris' Sis (#8) - Daughter of Forestry is bred for the turf and makes turf debut today after breaking maiden on dirt in last. Will try to go wire-to-wire in a field lacking speed.

Evening Escourt (#7) - Closed with a rush when switched to the turf in last, but couldn't get up while racing 5 1/2 furlongs. Is a much better router and will get better set-up today.

Musical High (#1) - Makes 3rd start on U.S. soil and had excuses in each of first two attempts. Gets another try and Nakatani in the saddle. Improvement expected.

The Plays: Exacta Box 1-7-8-9 ($24).
Note: Cost based on a $2 ticket.