(# 11) LUCK - Last an improvement with first-time blinkers. From this post, I think she'll get a great trip in the clear, about 3-5 lengths from the lead. Can launch a winning rally from there in the center of the track.

(# 9) Golden Manna - This is start No. 17 today without getting that first win. Has speed, and can stalk before making a run. Obvious contender, meets a weak field for a maiden special.

(# 10) Satin Queen - Goes second off a two-month layoff and also tries a distance for the first time. Needs to show some better speed from the gate as she can ill afford to drop too far behind.

(# 3) Cupid's Gallop - Last showed some good progress. As a daughter of "Victory Gallop" it's not surprising that she seems to like distance racing.

(# 5) Maternal Instinct - Has improved in each of three starts. Appears to be approaching what may be her best. Increase in distance is a question mark for her.