Top pick: #1 (LAVER) - Takes a big drop after just missing vs. tougher last out when trainer Todd Pletcher stretched him out on the turf. It's nearing the end the meet and some stables are looking to get late wins, so the drop here shouldn't be viewed as a negative.
2nd pick: #5 (Slewsmartstrike) - Looks set-up by his trainer (Marty Wolfson) for a big try. Improving with each start, drops slightly, and gets the addition of blinkers. Big threat.
3rd pick: #9 (Fog Island) - Moved up in price and tried the turf last out, and the result was a fine 3rd place finish. Could hit the tri and or super.