Top pick: #2 (REAL MERCHANT) - This runner is coming off his best start since coming here from Chile last year. He just missed last out going a mile at Belmont in a solid field. Looks set for his best in a competitive small field.
2nd pick: #6 (Ready Set) - Nicely set-up by his trainer (Mike Matz). Major stakes winner last year at three finished a strong second in his seasonal debut at Delaware on May 6 to a tough older runner. Win candidate.
3rd pick: #1 (Cave's Valley) - The main speed and he's stationed on the rail. Consistent and Maryland-based runner has a bit of a home field advantage. Must be caught.