MICHAEL LEBOFF Action Network racing handicapper

1. Arcangelo: Just like we saw out of Mage in the Kentucky Derby, Arcangelo looks to be a late developing horse that is peaking at the exact right time. After coming up short in his first two races, Arcangelo has won his past two, including the Peter Pan Stakes at Belmont Park.

2. National Treasure: You want horses that are forwardly placed in the Belmont and National Treasure is likely going to be at the front of the pack right out of the gates. He has the potential to stay there.

3. Forte: The injury may be a concern, but the fact that Forte was installed as the morning-line favorite tells you the bruised foot should be fine for this race. Forte has done nothing wrong to this point in his career, so it’s hard to envision the New York horse coming up completely empty at Big Sandy.

THOMAS CASALE Action Network senior editor

1. Tapit Trice: Fell way off the pace in the Kentucky Derby before closing hard to finish seventh. His style is a good fit for the longer Belmont, assuming he gets a better ride this time out and stays closer to the speed horses down the stretch. Trainer Todd Pletcher has won the Belmont four times. I’ll call for a fifth win with Tapit Trice.

2. Angel of Empire: The Brad Cox horse finished strong in the Kentucky Derby to claim third. Angel of Empire beat a competitive field in the Arkansas Derby by four lengths and should be fresh after skipping the Preakness. He’ll be there in the end.

3. Hit Show: Sat out the Preakness with an eye on the Belmont. He easily won the Withers, lost by a nose in the Wood Memorial, and ran a strong race in the Kentucky Derby before finishing fifth. If you are looking for a horse at longer odds to throw in exotic wagers Saturday, Hit Show is my recommendation.