Top pick: #6 (MISS CELEBRATION) - The probable favorite was an easy maiden winner here going a mile racing for $20K on Nov. 22. Daughter of "Tiznow" has been six weeks to rest and a fine barn (Phil Aristone) has her nicely spotted in this starter-allowance in her first facing winners. Five-year-old mare cuts-back to 7 panels and is the horse to beat.
2nd pick: #2 (Moonlit River) - Claimed in early November by trainer Eberd Estrada for $16K, he's had her freshening up for the past two months and runs her where he can't lose her. Working fine, she's lightly raced, well-bred, and a factor with her best.