Top pick: #4 (RUSHMORE) - Lightly-raced colt finished a strong second here at this price going 6.5 furlongs on Nov. 12 in first start in 2 1/2 months, and first off a trainer change to Ray Spencer. Son of "Awesome Again" shortens-up for this and he's (3-1-2-0) at this trip in the past.
2nd pick: #9 (J's J's Fire Slam) - Recent maiden winner did so here in impressive fashion on Nov. 23 going 6.5 furlongs racing for $20K. Improving, talented, and a candidate for the top prize as he faces winners for the first time.
3rd pick: #10 (Hit the Switch) - He rallied to finish third, beaten a 1/2 length here at this price and trip a month ago. Needs to avoid a wide trip, but can factor if that's the case as the pace should be fast.