Top pick: #1 (AUDEAMUS) - Just missed last out going two-turns and will be cutting back to a one-turn mile today. Draws the rail, has some tactical speed, and owns a fitness edge. The top choice.
2nd pick: #3 (Jacoby's Run) - He finished a strong second in his latest facing high-priced maiden claimers and did so despite a "poor" getaway. Move up in class at this stage shows confidence and he's a win threat with a "clean" break.
3rd pick: #2 (Courageous Cat) - Returns off a fall layoff and will be racing on dirt for the first time. Well-bet in his turf debut, he raced close-up before tiring that day. Beautifully-bred runner is in the dangerous Bill Mott barn.