Top pick: #1 (SCOTTISH DIAMOND) - Claimed by Doug O'Neill several starts back, veteran appears to be nearing his best for the top barn. Has a flexible style, the level and distance are right and both his career wins have come on this surface.
2nd pick: #10 (Mi Rey) - Returns from a very long break (14 months), but is in a barn (Jeff Mullins) who can have them ready to compete off of any type of layoff. Contender if ready.
3rd pick: #5 (Stand Tall) - Freshened-up since a win at this distance on Nov. 15. Strong finisher has worked well since and should receive a "lively" pace to close into.