Top pick: #3 (SIMPLY CARINA) - The probable favorite just failed last out when she was beaten in the last stride by Nereid, who has since coe-back to win again. Race was her first in 9 1/2 months, first on this coast, and first for trainer Neil Drysdale. Daughter of "El Prado" wins this if she repeats the overall effort facing colts this afternoon.
2nd pick: #1 (Causeithertz) - Very wide last out, he draws the inside post which should lead to a much more comfortable trip in this spot. Four-year-old by "Giant's Causeway" has ability and he just missed the only other time he ran at this 9-furlong trip.
3rd pick: #4 (Antidote) - Improving colt by "Tiznow" finished an even third here on May 14th in his first off a two month break. He's come back with a pair of fast works, including a "bullet" 5 furlong move a week ago. Major factor today.