TOP PICK #2 FIRST ENCORE 3 yo More Then Ready filly was well backed in debut at the end of last season going off as the favorite against a full msw field at LaD for trainer Ronny Werner. Filly showed good speed from the gate setting the pace before tiring at the top of the stretch. Look for this filly to take a big step foward this time around for barn that hits 40% with their second time starters while still showing a positive return. Has worked well over this Oaklawn strip and receives the nod with Lanerie up.

Horses for Exacta or Trifecta Wagering: 3 MS. FUPEG 3/1 Fusaichi Pegasus filly brought $375,000 as a yearling and expect good effort debuting today for trainer Don Combs. Has steady work tab over this strip and likely the main threat.

5 WEDNESDAY'S OUT 5/1 finished good third here last out making third career start for trainer Steve Asmussen. Must be considered a contender off that effort with Quinonez up now.