Well, dear readers, I started my day with what I can only conclude was a stomach virus. Thankfully it was not even of the 24 hour variety. I did not let it keep me from handicapping the Hutcheson this morning, waves of stomach cramps and all.

I passed out not too long after finishing and just now woke up in time A) post my selections and B) watch and wager!

I like value as a rule and this race is no different for me. There’s also a lot of speed of in this race so I’m looking for someone who can rate. After the Remsen Rodeo I think many have written off Big Truck as best suited for state bred company, but I’m willing to give him one more shot, particularly on a cutback, freshening and jock change. I also like his work pattern, building up is speed and then putting in some endurance and improving as well.

I also like Notgivinmyloveaway. While his Beyers are subpar for the group, he can rate and his last out he won from the 9th post position… experience that will serve him well today breaking from 8. He also gets a big jock upgrade to Prado. And who doesn’t love a trainer who shows chickens? He also won the Pennsylvania Nursery last out, a race that Hard Spun won last year.

I’ll definitely box them and perhaps do a win on each as well. We’ll see what the odds do… if Gulfstream has dime supers I’ll definitely do a dime super box and include Golden Spikes & Smooth Air, two interesting locals.

Best of luck to all.