Top pick: #3 (TRIPLE CHECK) (9-5) - The probable favorite, he's finished close up in his last pair, one each on dirt and turf facing tougher. Capable barn (Ed Kereluk) drops him down for this attempt and he gets a slight edge.
2nd pick: #10 (Mo's a Wine Snob) (8-1) - Longshot ships back from New Mexico where he raced evenly while finishing fourth in a small stakes at Rilito Downs March 29th. It was his second back from a 2 1/2 month layoff and he's a win threat against this group.
3rd pick: #1 (Lexington Park) (15-1) - He tired here at this tag going 6.5-furlongs March 23rd. It was his first in five months and trainer Charlie Essex had him gelded the very next morning (March 24). Has the rail, early speed, and he's has success at this longer distance in the past.
4th pick: #5 (Favorite Announcer) (10-1) - Veteran showed good early speed in his latest before tiring to check in third, almost 3 lengths back of 'Triple Check.' It was his best overall since last Sept. when he was based at Remington Park.
5th pick: #4 (Flexiplus) (3-1) - He rated before making a strong bid last out. He reached contention while wide and hung in the late stages to finish fourth. Has back class and his latest was his first ever at this $3,000 claiming price.