(# 1) FIVE TOWNS - Makes only his third lifetime start against New York breds. Arrived here last winter after showing promise in Florida at two last year, all against open-company rivals. Stayed close in last to one of the fastest horses in New York, "Southern Prince." Has the rail, is speedy, and should move forward off the return race.

(# 6) Smash - Blinkers go on veteran runner who has been on a bit of an upward spiral since July. Can duke it out all the way if necessary, but lying just off the pace would appear the way to go.

(# 4) Mondo Diverso - Has proven competitive with allowance types, and lightly raced runner may yet have more improvement in him. He'd like a fast/contested pace.

(# 7) Soulshine - Fits very well against these New York breds. Has been facing some tough open claimers at various pricetags, and was claimed two back by the Contessa barn, probably with this type of race in mind.