Top pick: #4 (SHELLBACK) - Speedy colt is working sharply for his first race since late November trainer Tony Dutrow names his main mid-atlantic rider (Mario Pino). Jockey/trainer combo wins at a 33% rate when teamed-up. Colt is one of two entered by Dutrow and they race as separate interests.
2nd pick: #3 (Freshman Dorm) - Son of "Orientate" ships down from Aqueduct and will get blinkers added for this attempt. He has a flexible style and is drawn inside of his main rivals.
3rd pick: #6 (Tap Night) - The 2nd of the Dutrow runners also returns from a layoff( 7 weeks) and is also training fast for his return. Can contend today.