Top pick: #3 (DA MICK) (3-1) - He's raced himself into shape following a 6 1/2 month layoff and ran 3rd here at this level going 5.5 furlongs Dec 21st. By far his best since returning and he can run this crew down turning for home.
2nd pick: #5 (Stamps Secret Sauc) (20-1) - Huge longshot has some early speed and moves back in with fellow thoroughbreds after finishing 3rd last out in a 870yd contest facing quarter horses. He's had some wide trips before that and can factor today at a very big price.
3rd pick: #1 (Iron Cowboy) (15-1) - 6yo has the rail, some talent, and has been competitive in three of his last four. Capable of riding the inside to a board finish.
4th pick: #8 (Coin Piper) (5-2) - The probable favorite, he finished a pace-chasing 2nd last out in a solid overall effort. He's worked since and should contend, but at a short price.