Top pick: #2 (ASIATIC BOY) - He's run big races in both the "Stephen Foster" (G1) and the "Suburban"(G2) finishing second each time and draws a nice inside post for this attempt. Working fast, in a great barn (Kiaran McLaughlin) and he's our top selection in a competitive edition of the "Whitney"(G1).
2nd pick: #1 (Smooth Air) - As consistent as they come and he draws the best post for this 1 1/8th mile contest. Speed/stalker has a great work here on July 25 and looks set for his very best. "Upset" possibility.
3rd pick: #7 (Commentator) - Loves the track (6-4-0-0) and he's seeking to repeat in this prestigious race as he "coasted" to an easy wire-to-wire win over a "softer" field last year. Has the most early speed and will attempt similar front-end tactics today. Faces a tough, but not impossible task.