Top pick: #2 (STRONG COMMITMENT) - Logical selection and probable favorite just missed in his debut sprinting, then finished an even third last out going a mile. Working fast and this barn (Shug McGaughey) is too good to remain winless for long at this meet. The pick from just off the lead.
2nd pick: #7 (Sean Avery) - He finished third in his debut here last August to future star "Munnings" and hasn't raced since. Another who's working well and trainer Mike Hushion reaches out to Ramon Dominguez. Trainer/jockey tandem is a strong one winning at 37% over the past 18 month.
3rd pick: #6 (Keep Thinking) - Son of "A.P. Indy" ran the best race of his career here last August (his only race on conventional dirt). Big drill here on August 4 suggest he's ready off a four-month layoff.