Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #1 (TRUE VALOUR) (8-1) - Irish bred and raced, he ships following an easy win in a Group 3 stakes going 7 furlongs June 14. Colt draws a ground-saving post, is from a top barn (John Murtaugh) and jockey Jeremy Spencer is in for the ride. Four-year-old has a good shot at a square price.
2nd pick: #9 (Itsinthepost) (5-2) - Multiple 'Graded' stakes winners has won 4 of 6 at this distance and is as consistent as they come. Speed/stalker won the G2 Charles Whittingham going 10 furlongs May 26 at Santa Anita and is an obvious win candidate.
3rd pick: #5 (Sharp Samurai) (7-2) - He's won five of his last six and scored here in the G2 Del Mar Derby at this distance Sep 3. Stalker is working fast, is 4-of-5 at this distance, and must be left in the win mix.
4th pick: #4 (Bowies Hero) (8-1) - Much improved in his last four starts, strong finisher won the Frank Kilroe Mile (G1) at Santa Anita March 10. In career best form, 4-year-old has won 2-of-4 on the Del Mar turf in the past.
5th pick: #11 (Fashion Business) (15-1) - Stretch runner draws a tough outside post but is clearly improving and may grab a share at long odds if able to avoid a wide trip.