HALA BLUE (1) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 3.5 lengths when fifth over 1408m at Parx a month ago after being prominent at the turn. Ideally placed and is sure to play a pivotal role. GENECHO (7) raced on the speed from the outset last start and finished third, beaten 1.75 lengths, over 1106m at Laurel (Dirt). Beautifully placed and is sure to take a ton of beating. SPATULA (8) has been out of the winner's list for a long time, last start finishing fifth at Tampa Bay Downs (Dirt) over 1106m. Has the class to get back to winning ways. SWEET MANHATTAN (5) meets a moderate field and in the money six from 10 starts at this trip. Sound form at track and trip including a win and six places and could sneak into the finish at odds.