Although New York invader Whiskey Echo is the battle-tested 2-year-old in the upcoming Ellis Park Juvenile, my choice is Tobacco Road (#9, 9-2 on the morning line). He impressed with a second-out victory, coming over the Ellis strip, and there should be ample pace to set up his stalking rally.

He is 5-2 with 15 minutes to post with Mine Inspector surprisingly favored in the early betting, with that one down sharply from his 8-1 morning line.