Top pick: #1 (HALF METAL JACKET) - Races for the hottest barn in the whole country (Rudy Rodriquez, 17 wins at this meet) and this veteran races off a 2 1/2 month break, draws the rail, and attracts Dominguez. One run type should get a fas/contested pace to rally into. The top pick.
2nd pick: #8 (Captain Cherokee) - Lightly-raced colt has some quality to him and speed/stalker fits at this level and distance. Draws a great post for his style and should get first run on the top pick. Very much a win candidate and I almost put him on top.
3rd pick: #3 (Go Go Shoot) - Has the best early speed and once promising gelding is rounding back into shape following several layoffs. Gets a bit of a class break today and he could prove tough to catch if he clears early.