Top pick: #5 (FRIENDLY SELECTION) - Mare missed by a nose last out here in a race common to several others that are enterd today, but was disqualified for bothering a rival during the stretch run. Consistent veteran grass runner has been given a five week break by the "hot" Canani barn and is the choice for the win.
2nd pick: #7 (Slewie Jones) - Lightly raced 5-year-old mare by "Smarty Jones" is (9-2-4-1) on the grass and last out finished a close-up fourth here Jan. 21 racing for $32K. Has a flexible style and is a big factor with her best.
3rd pick: #4 (Proudroad to Glory) - Strong finisher was a nose winner here racing for $30K Dec. 31, then rallied to run second at this price Feb. 16. Much improved over a year ago and the extra furlong she travels today is in her favor.