Top pick: #3 (HARBAUGH) (8-1) - Speedy longshot is racing third back from a 6 1/2 month layoff, is dropping in class, and switching from turf to dirt. Colt broke his maiden here at this distance in late Oct. of 2013. Very fast from the gate, and trainer Doug O'Neill replaces apprentice Boulanger with Kent Desormeaux.
2nd pick: #2 (Sir Barclay) (3-1) - He was a winner here at this tag and trip Dec. 28. Claimed that afternoon by Bob Hess Jr., gelding tired in his first for the new barn when facing a bit tougher Feb. 8. Drops back down and Bejarano is aboard after a one race absence.
3rd pick: #5 (Sudden Rumor) (4-1) - He showed noting facing tougher on the grass Feb. 12. It was his first off a Brian Koriner claim and he switches him back to dirt and drops him a bit under the claimed price. Should contend today.
4th pick: #6 (Como Mi Padre) (4-1) - Strong finisher tackles tougher after rallying to win here at this tag and trip Feb. 8. A career best he was clearing the 2l condition that afternoon. Back in shape following a 7-month layoff and the faster the pace, the better his chances.