Top pick: #1 (GOMBADA GUSKA) - Gelding is working sharply for his first start since Feb. 9 and will face off against fellow Jersey-breds for the first time since last fall. Lightly raced and he can win this by saving ground and making a late move.
2nd pick: #3 (Ming Dynasty) - Speedy and he chased from a wide post last out before tiring. Races third off a five-month break, gets a better post, and Bravo stays put. Win candidate.
3rd pick: #7 (Sonzul) - Veteran races off a fall layoff but brings good speed/stalking to the contest. Can factor here if ready at a big price.