Top pick: #4 (EMBAJADOR G) - Races first time for Kirk Ziadie and for those of you that don't know the name, he's a notorious figure who's been banned several times. Back in business, he's 8-for-19 this year and has won with three of his last five claims. This colt finished third in the Calder slop Nov. 28 and was claimed that day for $25K. Runs at the purchase price and is the horse to beat.
2nd pick: #6 (National Security) - New York-bred raced close up and wide when debuting at Belmont Park on Oct. 23. Drops to face "open" maidens and will race with lasix this afternoon.
3rd pick: #5 (Our Bud) - He's raced well in both outings and was beaten a head at Calder in the same race as "Embajador". Stalker has worked well since and is a threat down the stretch.