Top pick: #4 (DOUBLEDOWN ON TEN) (9-5) - The probable favorite, he takes a big drop in price in his 2nd back off almost a years layoff and he wasn't beaten much last out in his return racing for a $50K tag. The horse to beat.
2nd pick: #12 (An Shanachie) (2-1) - Speedy gelding returns to Santa Anita after running three times in Kentucky after debuting here on March 11 of 2012. 5yo by "Indian Charlie" runs off a 6 1/2 month layoff and in a claimer for the first time.
3rd pick: #1 (Bull Time) (9-2) - Strong finisher has just missed in his last pair, both at Hollywood at thia tag and will shorten up a furlong and moves back to real dirt. The last time he ran on this surface, gelding by "Holy Bull" was competitive in late Oct. The faster the pace, the better his chances.
5th pick: #6 (Quick Cenizas) (15-1) - Longshot isn't a win candidate, but does have enough ability to pick up a small slice at a big price if one of the top three selections is sub-par.