Top pick: #5 (DAVID K) - He ships in from Monmouth for trainer Diane Alvarado and has been competitive in all 4 starts there after coming from Florida and moving to Alvarado's barn. Strong finisher gets a bit of class relief today and can run this field down late.
2nd pick: #9 (Excellent Soldier) - He's clearly the main speed and this veteran will be moving back to the grass after competing in three straight "off the turf" contests. Nicely spotted in this low-end starter-allowance by leading trainer Juan Vazquez and 6yo by "Lost Soldier" is a win candidate.
3rd pick: #6 (Cristobal) - Another that's facing weaker this afternoon, this veteran rallied to finish 3rd at Philly Park two weeks ago in his first race since Jan 15th at Gulfstream. He's back with Rick Vega for the 3rd time and 7yo looks set for a big effort.