Top pick: #9 (FIORE DE) - Noticeable improvement last out when dropped to this claiming price for the first time. Stalked the pace and held down the place spot to a runner who was highly thought of at one time. Draws a good post for his stalking style. Big win threat.
2nd pick: #4 (Varvaros) - Dominguez climbs aboard runner who kept much tougher company earlier in his career. Appears to be nearing his maiden win, and in this rather poor field is a major win factor.