Top pick: #2 (GLOUCESTER ) - Asmussen trained gelding is the speed nearest the rail and will be very tough to beat in this spot if he establishes an easy lead. The horse to beat.
2nd pick: #9 (Toppecot) - He pressed a fast pace when debuting at this price and distance in early Dec. and has been given a two month freshening by a hot barn (Shane Wilson). Contends for the top spot.
3rd pick: #7 (T Rex) - Retama shipper has a new trainer (Tony Richey) and he shortens this runner up, drops him into a claimer, and switches him from turf to dirt. Big threat if ready off a 4 month layoff.