Top pick: #2 (MAGNIFICENTMILLION) - Blinkers go on this son of the speedy "Henny Hughes" after he raced evenly here facing tougher when debuting on Nov. 3. Trainer Rudy Rodriguez (31% second time out) drops him into a claimer and colt had a big bullet half-mile drill on Nov. 19 at Belmont, presumably with the "hood" on that he wears today.
2nd pick: #6 (Mulligan Man) - Price play also has blinkers added after a poor break hindered his chances when debuting at Belmont Oct. 7. Veteran John Parisella has enjoyed a very good year and this grey colt took a bit of money first time out.
3rd pick: #1 (My Way Or Dubaiway) - Gelding showed excellent speed and held to finish second when debuting here 18 days ago at this level and distance. Trainer Joe Aquilino brings him back quickly, he draws the rail, and will no doubt be sent hard at the break. Early inside speed is dangerous on this surface.