Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (MR HAMILTON) (9-2) - Lightly raced 3yo goes dirt to grass for leading trainer Ramon Preciado. Gelding by 'Silver Train' has a speed/stalking style and finished 2nd here at this level on the main track May 23. He moves off the rail and has a shot at causing a mild upset.
2nd pick: #9 (Smarty Mr D) (2-1) - The main speed, he's been sharp in all four starts, and was an easy winner here on the dirt April 4, but was disqualified several days later for a medication violation. Bred to handle the grass and is a strong win candidate.
3rd pick: #8 (Proud Flyer) (6-1) - He's been freshened up since finishing 2nd here at this level going 5.5 furlongs on the dirt April 17. Working fast for his return, and he's bred to like the turf.
4th pick: #7 (Gray Cozzene) (12-1) - Longshot has 'Cozzene' in his blood, and that means he should love the turf. He's showing some signs of improvement and can factor this afternoon at a big price.
5th pick: #5 (Merry Giant) (10-1) - Colt has raced evenly in his first pair on he dirt and will race with blinkers added in his grass debut. Home bred has turf breeding in his blood and is another that may get a slice at long odds.