Top pick: #5 (ISLAND SOUL) - Improving with each start he broke his maiden last out in a very impressive performance. Son of "Perfect Soul" broke from an outside slot at this distance, tracked early, and drew away to a 4-length win turning for home. "Triple Crown" nominee faces winners for the first time and looks best.
2nd pick: #1 (Fast Alex) - Has the rail and he also exits a maiden win. Son of "Afleet Alex" stalked early, bid, and proved best late in his first start around two-turns. Working very fast since and he's a threat from his rail post.
3rd pick: #3 (Down With Dixie) - He won here at this distance on Jan. 10 then finished a rallying second in his first vs. winners. Exotics factor today.