Top pick: #2 (HIGHWAY BANDIT) - He's displayed much improved speed since a switch to the barn of Steve Sherman and gelding will get the services of Russell Baze for the first time. The likely favorite and the horse to beat.
2nd pick: #8 (Adorci) - He has dangerous early speed and is working sharply for his first race in just over two months. In a capable barn (Roger Hansen) and he'll drop this gelding into a claimer for the first time. Contender at a square price.
3rd pick: #7 (Smarter Temper) - Colt drops into a claimer for the first time and trainer R.B.Hess will also cut him back in distance. Can see him stalking in this spot and having good position turning for home.