Best value: PINEAPPLE MAN (4)

drops after taking backward step in last; four works in the interim seal the deal. should be aided by return to dirt. was freshened after 11-length maiden score on Feb. 14; right in the thick of this.

was a front-running winner in last and could get the early jump once again. also is speedy and could easily take this if able to outsprint top pick for lead. will be in the garden spot if top pair engage in front-end duel.

projects as the speed of the speed with aggressive handling. outworked 139 rivals in half-mile drill on March 30; very dangerous., an uncoupled barn mate of second selection, could be ideally positioned in the stalker's seat.

logs fast late-pace figures on best races; breakthrough predicted. is riding a forward line on the numbers; price will be tempting. gets class relief and owns competitive figures on "A" efforts.

should secure clear lead with heads-up handling. bounced last time after fast-figured win two back; big-time player. consistently fires strong efforts; must consider.

was dueled into defeat last time; softer flow predicted. worked twice since improved placing in last; very playable. is a front-running threat on top efforts.

makes third start of form cycle after clear-cut second in last; more to come. could play out as the speed of the speed; price will be tempting. broke maiden by an expanding 10 lengths last out; must be factored into the mix.

was a tough-trip fifth in debut; improvement expected. wheels back in a hurry after non-threatening sixth this past Saturday; dangerous. also exits third race on April 5 and could prove tough on a soft lead. should be aided by cutback to sprint; must consider.