Top pick: #7 (BRAVE VICTORY) - He's run strong second place finishes in both of his starts, including a very impressive race at this distance at Saratoga. Battled with the winner last out from start to finish and was beaten less than a length. Top pair were nearly 10 lengths clear of third finisher "Royal Vindication" who won easily next out.
2nd pick: #9 (Mayor Marv) - Stumbled at the start of his debut yet he was involved all the way and finished third beaten less than three lengths. Son of "Distorted Humor" has worked sharply twice since moving downstate.
3rd pick: #6 (All the Bases) - Firster by "Grand Slam" cost $250,000 as a yearling and has been working fast for "Hall of Famer" Allen Jerkens. Drills indicate he's a player first time out.