Top pick: #7 (WITH CLASS) (5-2) - Speedy filly runs for the first time since finishing third at this level racing at Delaware Park on Sept. 5. Much improved at that time, she's working locally for her return and will be tough on the front end.
2nd pick: #1 (Jill Golden) (4-1) - Daughter of "repent" was a sharp winner here at this tag and distance on Dec. 5, then raced evenly at this 3l condition going 7 furlongs on Dec. 26. Barn brings her back quickly, stretches her back out, and she has the rail. Win candidate.
3rd pick: #5 (Pure Light) (9-2) - Mare was a winner here at this price on Dec. 7 when going 7 furlongs, then was off slowly last out in her first try at this 3l condition. Her connections stretch her out and it's nice to see Scott Spieth keep the faith.