PERNO (10) scored two runs back then sat on the pace last time when 10 lengths away in fifth over 1m1/2f at Laurel (Dirt). Expected to cross from wide out. Expected to be in the finish. BOURBON AND ICE (9) has progressed nicely in his last couple of runs. Finished third at Mahoning Valley (Dirt) two starts back then scored by half a length as favourite last time out over 5½f at Mahoning Valley (Dirt). It doesn't get any easier but on current form he is good enough to take this out. HOME SCHOOL (1) finished out of the money two starts back then he was never in contention and was beaten 16 lengths when seventh in a 1m contest at Laurel a week-and-a-half ago. Has the talent to take this out. BIG SMILE (3) turned in another moderate effort last start when 5 lengths from the winner in sixth over 4½f at this track. The engagement of C Hiraldo is a positive move. Likely improver with strong top-three prospects.