Top pick: #1a (CRUSINWITHCHARLIE) - Coupled in the wagering with "Case Notes", this runner has been a strong, consistent performer since a Scott Lake claim this past June. Speed/stalker will be dropping off a fine second place finish last out for $10,000 and is the choice for the win.
2nd pick: #2 (Woody's Apache) - Gelding is six for 16 on this surface and one for 17 elsewhere. He's coming off a win in his first off a Pete Walder claim and he also draws the coveted rail. Win contender.
3rd pick: #4 (Bentrovhto) - Hard-hitter was claimed by Mike Gorham last out and it was in his barn where runner was stabled early in his career. Comes off an impressive win sprinting, and he'll go two-turns again, which he has proved successful at in the past.