I did watch Crown Pride run a great race in the UAE Derby. He’s A Japanese bred horse with a Seattle Slew bloodline many many generations back.

Taibi might end up as my win pick. Won the Santa Anita in only his second start. Nice speed. Great mudder rating. Was in Bouncy Bob’s stable before the Great White One was sidelined. All of Bob’s horses scattered to other trainers.

Epicenter won the Louisiana Derby with a track record. Also won the Risen Star. Improving speed numbers. Very good mudder rating.

This is a very strong field this year.