Top pick: #8 (CARNERA) - The probable favorite has an outstanding overall turf record (29-9-5-5) and is (10-4-2-1) on this course. Freshened-up since winning two in a row last fall, he's working steadily, has plenty of back class, and is the horse to beat.
2nd pick: #6 (Bear Famous Trip) - Price play raced evenly here at this price on Dec. 28 in his second back off a half-year's absence. He won here twice last winter facing better and has a sharp work just six days ago. Can factor today at a nice price.
3rd pick: #2 (Blast'em) - Consistent veteran is (12-2-3-4) since moving to the grass, has some speed, breaks near the hedge, and should be involved this afternoon from start to finish.