Top pick: #11 (ODIN) (7-2) - He's finished second in his last pair, the latest coming here at this level and distance Jan. 8. Stalker draws a good post at this down the hill trip and has a pair of quick works heading into this.
2nd pick: #10 (Trash Talkin) (4-1) - He was heavily bet when debuting here at this level in a dirt sprint Jan. 24. He raced within range of a quick pace but tired during crunch time. Trainer Mike Puype moves him to the turf and had him work a bullet half-mile just four days ago. Win candidate.
3rd pick: #9 (The Custodian) (6-1) - The field's most experienced maiden, he has some closing kick and is moving back to the grass. Working well, his ability to make up ground late is a plus in a field where many will be backing up during the stretch run.
4th pick: #8 (Freddies Dream) (20-1) - He's the second of the horses from trainer Mike Puype's barn. Longshot hasn't run since late April but is working fast and may be competitive at a big price.
5th pick: #7 (Fort Cady) (12-1) - He's much like "The Custodian." Long winded, he's made up ground in four straight and should be finishing fast again this afternoon.