TOP PICK #3 SKIPPING JACK 5yo Stronach homebred by Exploit has not lived up to expectations but fits snugly here and is improving each time out. Last out he cut strong fractions then cruised into the final furlong with a daylight lead before being nailed in the last few strides. That effort was good enough to win 90% of the races at this level and this field doesn't contain any buzzsaws. Look for him to control the pace and cruise home untouched.

Horses for Exacta or Trifecta Wagering: 6 JEFF'S CREEK 7/2 Held on for third last out and is coming up to a big race. He showed that he can finish well over a route of ground at Turfway and will be reunited with Daniel Coa.

5 SPLENDID FROLIC 5/1 Took a lot of money when dropped to this level for a sprint but showed very little. He enters off a very nice 5 furlong breeze and should run much better this time.

4 FAMOUS HOME RUN 12/1 Grand Slam gelding has shown a spark of life sprinting and finally gets the distance that he wants. Bomb threat with Cronk retaining his stable rider Juan Umana.