Top pick: #3 (ICE STRIKE) - Drops into a claimer for the first time in his career and does so off a solid effort here last out in an allowance when he probably was best. Well-bred gelding hasn't won here but has finished second in four of his five local tries. Speed/stalker can win this from either on or off the pace.
2nd pick: #6 (Paperless) - Tries winners for the first time off an impressive maiden win here just a bit over a month ago. Well-bred, in a good barn (Wayne Lukas), working nicely and sophomore has room for upside. Think he can compete with these if he repeats his latest effort.