Top pick: #6 (MAJESTIC HOPE) - Gelding by "Cherokee Run" was left here by trainer Nick Zito instead of taking him to Florida but he leaves a small stable here each winter to compete against the weaker competition. This three-year-old finished second here facing slightly tougher last out and that was his first start in three months. Has a nice work since and comes back in 22 days for this. Wins this if he repeats his latest effort.
2nd pick: #5 (Read The E Mail) - One of a pair entered by Gary Contesa and they'll race uncoupled. Colt will cut-back in distance and race at this $10K price for the first time. Contends today at a nice price.
3rd pick: #2 (Wing Glider) - The second of the Contessa duo has some speed, draws a good post, and runs third off a two month break. Can factor against this group.