Top pick: #6 (EMPIRE HOUSE) - Races off a Molly Pearson claim (20% winning angle) and gelding will be seeking his fifth in a row. Has a flexible style and his new barn has given a month since the cliam. The winner if he holds his form.
2nd pick: #7 (One Vote) - Consistent one-run type fits at the tag and draws a nice post for the distance. Races 3rd back off a seven week break, and the faster the pace, the better his chances.
3rd pick: #2 (Haja Boy) - Returns today from a 70 day break and this gelding had an excellent year in 2010 (14-6-2-0). Has good early speed and has a fast work on Jan. 7. Big factor if he brings his best.