Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #3 (AIRLITE) (2-1) - So. California invader does soe off a private sale and a trainer change to Bob Diodoro (19% with new arrivals). Speed stalker is working fast, holds a class edge, and will be tough if ready for his first since Jan. 13.
2nd pick: #5 (Exemplar) (3-1) - Veteran raced wide when finishing fourth here at this level and distance Feb. 25. It was his first on the grass in 10.5 months and he should factor at a square price with a better trip.
3rd pick: #4 (Pine Grove Road) (8-1) - He won the a small stakes here on the dirt Dec. 26 following a pair of back-to-back wins on the grass. Speed/stalker tired here facing tougher Jan. 17 and is working fast for his return to action.
4th pick: #1 (Ebadan) (5-2) - Irish import is another coming here from the So. California circuit. Stretch runner has a new trainer (Jeff Metz {15%}) with new arrivals and this 5-year-old is a late threat after a ground saving trip from his inside post.