SECRET EMPIRE (10) finished sixth last start over this distance at this track (Dirt), beaten 6 lengths. Has a very good record here including three wins from six starts. One of the major players. MR PENNY PINCHER (9) has been racing in great heart with two top-three finishes on end, the latest a third over 1646m at this track (Dirt) when he was prominent throughout. The engagement of R Feliciano is a positive move. Nicely placed to take this out. MOR SPRING SPIRIT (3) finished last campaign with a couple of minor placings, the latest over 1308m at Presque Isle Downs three months ago. Has the speed to be prominent. Capable of testing this field. PAYNTED WARRIOR (2) was in contention on the turn and finished third last time over 1308m at this track (Dirt) when resuming from a spell, beaten 2 lengths. Will trim down second-up. Sure to be thereabouts.