The Grade 2, $250,000 Remsen Stakes at Aqueduct on Saturday is set to draw a field of seven 2-year-olds vying for 10-5-3-2-1 Kentucky Derby qualifying points over 1 1/8 miles. This race holds significant importance as it showcases the talents of these young horses.

Uncover the Potential of the Remsen Field

1. Tux: The LNJ Foxwoods Homebred with Promising Talent

In his only start at 7-2, Tux, trained by Bill Mott and ridden by Junior Alvarado, showed exceptional precocious talent by beating a field of five by 3 1/2 lengths. His victory earned him a spot in the Kentucky Derby Future Wager pool 2, where he closed at 70-1. Mott's success in the Remsen in 2007 and 2010 adds to Tux's potential. This horse seems to have the ability to make a mark on the Derby trail.Tux is out of a mare who was a Grade 3 winner of three sprint stakes, indicating a strong bloodline. His performance in this race could be a sign of great things to come.

2. Aviator Gui: A Turf-to-Dirt Challenger

Aviator Gui broke his maiden in his second start on a good main track at a mile, despite the race originally intended for the turf. Chad Brown then gave him a chance on the grass in the Awad, where he ran fourth around two turns. Manny Franco remains on board.This horse presents an interesting case as he transitions from turf to dirt. His previous performances give some indication of his ability, but it remains to be seen how he will handle the different surface in the Remsen.

3. Poster: The Godolphin Homebred with a Winning Streak

Poster is undefeated in two starts on the turf in Kentucky. He broke his maiden going a mile at Ellis Park at 5-1 in August with a front-end win. In the fall meeting at Keeneland, he won by three lengths as the 9-5 favorite.Now, Poster will be making the move from turf to dirt in the Remsen. His ability to adapt to different surfaces will be crucial as he competes against the other contenders. His past performances suggest he has the potential to shine in this race.

4. Studlydoright: The Stakes Winner with Experience

Studlydoright leads the field with three victories and significant career earnings. He is the only stakes winner in the field, with first-place finishes in the Tremont at Saratoga and the Nashua at Aqueduct over a mile last month.Shipping from Laurel Park, Studlydoright brings his experience to the Remsen. His wins in previous races demonstrate his ability to handle different tracks and distances, making him a serious contender for the top prize.

5. Keewaydin: The Odds-On Favorite with a Strong Debut

Keewaydin made his debut in August at Saratoga and finished third in a blanket finish won by Tip Top Thomas, who went on to run second in the Champagne (G1). In his next start, he returned to get his maiden victory with a front-end effort as the odds-on favorite, earning a speed figure that tops this field.Chad Brown won the Remsen in 2014, and Keewaydin is part of KDFW pool 2, ending up at 107-1. His performance in the Remsen could be a key factor in determining the outcome of the race.

6. Surfside Moon: The Pennsylvania-Bred with a Maiden Victory

Surfside Moon is a Pennsylvania-bred who broke his maiden in his third try on the turf at Delaware Park in July. Since then, he finished fifth in the Laurel Futurity and sixth in the Awad.His journey to the Remsen has been a bit of a rollercoaster, but his maiden victory shows he has the potential to perform well on the big stage. How he will handle the competition in this race remains to be seen.

7. Gun Trader: The Bargain Purchase with a Maiden Win

Gun Trader was purchased for just $8,000 in May and has run six times since his July debut. His maiden victory came last month going two turns at Parx Racing as the 3-2 favorite.Despite his low purchase price, Gun Trader has shown that he has the ability to win. His performance in the Remsen could be a surprise for many, adding an element of unpredictability to the race.The Remsen field raises many questions that need to be answered. Will Poster and Surfside Moon handle the move from turf to dirt? Do Chad Brown and Bill Mott have the most talented maiden winners in Keewaydin and Tux? Does Studlydoright simply have an experience edge on the others?The answers to these questions will help handicap these 2-year-olds. However, the most important factor may be identifying the horse that can handle the two turns and the nine-furlong distance. With Keewaydin's seven-furlong win and Studydoright's wins in the Nashua and the Laurel Futurity, they both have a serious chance of winning.Chad Brown and Keewaydin are the top choice, with Studlydoright in the exacta box. The Remsen promises to be an exciting race with many talented horses vying for the top spot.