Top pick: #3 (RANSOM PAID) (2-1) - He ships in from Delaware Park where he was competitive in a pair after coming north from Tampa. Gelding by 'Jazil' is in the Ness barn and is racing on a synthetic surface for the first time.
2nd pick: #6 (Fork in the Road) (4-1) - Stretch-out sprinter is also dropping in class in his second off an 8 1/2 month layoff. He has early speed and is dropping into a career soft spot. Win candidate.
3rd pick: #4 (Singing Monarchy) (5-1) - He's had wide trips in both starts at this meet. Irish bred rallied to finish second May 20, then raced evenly in a follow up start eight days later. Fits, has back class, and is in the three-horse win mix.