Kentucky Derby Picks

1. Lawyer Ron - Showed he could come from off the pace when he powered away from his field in the Rebel Stakes.

2. Brother Derek - Currently best in California but who has he been beating up on. Next race will tell.

3. Barbaro - Perfect 5-for-5 lifetime after very game win over Sharp Humor in the Florida Derby.

4. Discreet Cat - Impressive win over some top European runners in the U.A.E. Derby may put him back on the Derby trail.

5. A.P Warrior - New trainer John Shirreffs appears to have found the key with big free running San Felipe win.

6. Point Determined - Solid try in San Felipe was only good enough for second money.

7. Bluegrass Cat - Second best in Tampa Bay Derby against suspect competition but did have a wide trip.

8. Deputy Glitters - Gotham win from just off the pace gives him a chance. Trainer Tom Albertrani helps too.

9. Keyed Entry - Gave his best in Gotham to finish second but did not appear to like coming from off the pace.

10. Cause To Believe - Impressive beating nothing in California Derby. Running style would suit a speed-laden Derby.

11. Bob and John - Hung in the stretch as the favorite in the San Felipe and needs to improve in next.

12. Private Vow - Came up short in Rebel Stakes, his first start of the year. Needs a big move forward in next.

13. First Samurai - Always tries but doesn't appear to want the Kentucky Derby distance of a mile and quarter.

14. Sharp Humor - Extremely game in Florida Derby loss, but running style could hurt him in Kentucky Derby. Can you say Preakness?

15. With A City - Lane's End winner deserves a mention, even if he will be 70-1 or higher.

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