Top pick: #5 (ALPINE YODEL) - Veteran mare has as many wins on real dirt (5) as the rest of the field combined. Races first off a Carava claim and he drops her way down off the purchase price (not an unusual move by the barn). Has plenty of back class, is working fast, and noted "dirt" rider Marty Pedroza is aboard. The horse to beat.
2nd pick: #3 (Lucy Got Lucky) - Consistent stretch runner won here at this tag last out and is in a barn (Bob Diodoro) that can keep them going for some time when their fit. Contsnds again today.
3rd pick: #1 (Sky Brite Miss) - Has the rail, speed/stalking ability, races second off a Keith Craigmyle claim, and Pat Valenzuela climbs aboard. Filly should be in this from start-to-finish.