Top pick: #1 (MARINO'S STAR) - Gelding had all sorts of traffic issues last out and could never get untracked. Trainer Ron Ellis has freshened him up for the past 7 weeks and he's working nicely for this. Draws the rail and can win this with a clean trip.
2nd pick: #3 (Papa Lev) - Logical win candidate has finished close-up in his last pair at this level and distance. Trainer Barry Abrams adds blinkers today and Bejarano stays aboard. Win threat.
3rd pick: #9 (Outrageous Fortune) - Races 2nd off a Bill Spawr claim and he'll move him to the turf for the first time. Strong finisher rallied for the place spot last out at Fairplex and should be flying home today. Contender.