Talkin Santa Anita Derby

I liked Premier Pegasus to win today's Grade I Santa Anita Derby, but his defection because of a hairline fracture in the cannon bone of his left foreleg means this race is wide open.

Down to nine runners from the original field of 11 after Jaycito's scratch Friday, I think five horses could find the winner's circle today:

Mr. Commons -- John Shirreffs wouldn't have him in here if he didn't think he had a shot.
Silver Medallion -- Could be one of best 3-year-olds in the country if he takes to the dirt.
Comma to the Top -- Is this guy regressing after five straight wins? We'll see.
Anthony's Cross -- Shouldn't be far off the lead and gets services of Joel Rosario.
Bench Points -- Might be better in his second try around two turns.

I'm going to go with Mr. Commons in a mild surprise and key him top and bottom with the other four.

I like Caracortado in the Arcadia Stakes. He appears to have turned into one of the best grass horses in the country.