GRAY BEAST (7) was in the money two starts back at Timonium but couldn't back it up last time when sixth, beaten 31 lengths, at Laurel (Dirt) over 1710m. Perfectly placed and is sure to play a pivotal role. EXCITABLE BOY (4) has been thereabouts lately without being able to break through, the latest effort a third at Mountaineer Park (Dirt) over 1106m. Overdue and looks a top chance. MY YOKE (2) did a great job to score by 1.5 lengths over today's course and distance last start in a much improved run. No reason he cannot salute again. DOC DALLAS (5) had been rock-solid with four placings in a row before finishing fourth over 1408m at this track last start. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. In the mix.