Top pick: #1 (SWISS SKI) (7-2) - He was only beaten two lengths here at this level on Dec. 17th in his first off a re-claim by the leading trainer at this long meet (Bob Diodoro). 10yo gelding moves from the 8-post to the rail, and is the horse to beat.
2nd pick: #5 (Clear to Canada) (5-1) - Price play is another that draws a better post after an extremely wide journey on Dec. 17th. He has some back class, and is a win candidate.
3rd pick: #2 (Offlee Wild Boys) (10-1) - Veteran is from the same barn (Angel Silva) as "Canada," and the pair race uncoupled. He was a winner here at this tag & trip on Dec. 9th, then was way out of his element facing tougher going 1 1/8th mile last out. Can factor from start-to-finish.
4th pick: #3 (Da Boss) (6-1) - He was nicely managed last year going 8-2-3-3. His local record is excellent (12-4-3-4), and he's returned from a 7 1/2 month layoff in fine form.