Top pick: #2 (PEARL OF WISDOM) - The probable favorite, he stretches out to a mile after missing by a neck here at this level, going 6.5 furlongs on Nov. 2. By far his best ever and this Rudy Rodriguez trained 3-year-old is the horse to beat.
2nd pick: #10 (Ludo Bagman) - He finished last here just three days ago in his first start since March and this quick turnaround move is one that trainer Rick Dutrow has used successfully many times in the past. Speedy sort is a win candidte if he runs.
3rd pick: #5 (Crea's Law) - Races first off a Jeremiah Englehart claim (a 15% winning angle) and gelding defeated $16K "open" claimers at Belmont the day he changed barns. Speed/stalker should be involved every step in this spot.