Top pick: #6 (DRESS CODE) (8-5) - The probable favorite, he's finished second in two straight here at this level and distance. Old-timer had a nice trip from the rail last out and was beaten a 'neck.' Working well since that near miss March 12, and he can pick up his 12th lifetime win in today's opener.
2nd pick: #4 (Relentless Heat) (3-1) - He finished fourth of eight, beaten 2-lengths racing here at this level going a mile March 21. Veteran 'hung' a bit after making what looked like a winning move. A threat with modest improvement.
3rd pick: #2 (Cousin Ricky) (12-1) - Speedy sort is racing second back from an 8-month layoff and will be trying a two-turn distance for the first time. He'll take them as far as he can at a big price.
4th pick: #1 (Jackson Sundown) (9-2) - One run type is dropping down in class and breaks from the rail. He finished second for twice this tag March 14, then raced both wide & evenly in his latest. Has back class and must be left in the mix.