Top pick: #5 (ISN'T HE PERFECT) - One of two entered by trainer Rick Dutrow and the pair race uncoupled. Speedy and consistent sort ships back from Penn National where he finished second at this distance in a $75K stakes. 4-year-old is brought back in six days for this and that move is one that Dutrow has perfected. Dominguez (who's 2-for-2 on him) is back aboard and colt just missed here last year at this trip facing tougher.
2nd pick: #1 (Alma d'Oro) - One of three entered by trainer Todd Pletcher and all race as separate betting interests. Veteran fits nicely here as he has tactical speed, an inside post, and is working fast for this attempt.
3rd pick: #7 (San Pablo) - Another of the Pletcher trio, he tired to finish fourth last out at Monmouth after chasing the pace of stable-mate "Rule" who is entered here on Saturday in the (G1) $750K Whitney stakes. Has talent, is working fast, and colt should be involved here from start to finish.