Top pick: #3 (SMOKEY BEAU) - Returns from a four-month layoff for the John Sadler barn. Son of "Smoke Glacken" ran well last out at Del mar racing for a $100K tag. Working steadily and much better than average for his return, he's the choice for the win.
2nd pick: #2 (Uncle Jeep) - Claimed last out by Mike Mitchell and that's always something of note, as he wins at 32% first off the buy. He's race well in two of four and is a late threat to win this.
3rd pick: #1 (Loyal Son) - Son of "Doneraille Court" ran strongly in his second start against MSW foes last June on this surface. Well-bet that day, trainer Richard Matlow has given him 4 1/2 months off and he's training fast on this surface for his return. Draws the rail which has been good at this meet.