Top pick: #3 (SENSE OF PEACE) (8-5) - He has a class advantage on this small group and is dropping to a new low in price in his first start since Sept. 21. Speed/stalker is moving from one good barn (Michelle Nevin) to another (Ramon Preciado 27% with new arrivals). A bullet 5-furlong breeze here a week ago indicates his readiness.
2nd pick: #4 (Charlie Murray) (2-1) - He's racing back into shape following a pair of layoffs. Five-year-old raced evenly here at this trip when facing a bit tougher on Oct. 13 and is a threat from just off the pace.
3rd pick: #1 (Atlantic Surfer) (9-2) - Clearly the main speed, he's tired in three straight after battling for the early lead. When able to clear off in the first 1/4 mile, he can be tough down the lane. Veteran needs his best.