Top pick: #7 (BET THE BANK) (2-1) - He was a bit "keyed up" last out racing at this level on the grass and he came up "empty" after having a good striking spot. Race was his first in 20 1/2 months and he's worked twice since. Barn (Mike Chambers) has won with 7 of his last 15 second back off lengthy layoffs.
2nd pick: #6 (Hume) (4-1) - Santa Anita shipper is one of two enterd here by trainer Bob Diodoro, and the pair race uncoupled. Speedy sort was competitive two back at this level and his early speed makes him dangerous.
3rd pick: #4 (Painted Slew) (5-2) - Logical contender has finished second in 7 of 14 starts and is (2-0-1-1) on the local dirt surface. In fine shape at present and he's in the three-horse win mix.
4th pick: #5 (Wings of Time) (9-2) - Not a win candidate, but he's lightly raced, has speed/stalking ability, and is in a capable barn (Barb Heads). Could grab a minor award at a square price.