Top pick: #1 (Entry of 1-ESTEEMS SQUAD and 1a-SNAP'S BACK) (2-1) - "Squad" finished a solid second here at this level on Nov. 4 in her first ever on this surface. In the high-percentage barn of Bob Diodoro, and she's the choice if she goes. "Snaps" has won two in a row here and will be trying this 3l condition for the first time.
2nd pick: #3 (Zoe B) (9-2) - She's gone 3-1-0-1 since coming here from Emerald Downs and she ran well last out despite an indecisive ride. Can factor at a square price.
3rd pick: #2 (Century Union) (6-1) - Speedy filly has the rail and was competitive here last out. Has the rail, Stevens stays aboard, and Wash-bred is a win candidate.
4th pick: #9 (Lips) (4-1) - Hastings Park invader has a good year going 7-2-1-1, and is working well for her local debut. Fits, but needs her very best.