Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #1 (DRAGO'S PEARL) (4-1) - One of two entered by trainer Steve Asmussen, and the pair race uncoupled. This 3yo is racing first off a claim (20% angle from the barn) and almost a seven-week freshening. Stalker has been working fast at Lone Star Park and is facing winners following an impressive maiden win on the Ellis Park turf course July 29. Can win right back.
2nd pick: #4 (Wicked Zar) (3-1) - The second of the Asmussen pair, even paced type is dropping down a bit, switches from turf to dirt, and is shortening up in distance. Colt has never run this low and goes second back from a two month break. A strong win candidate.
3rd pick: #7 (Swordfish) (5-2) - Consistent 4yo has been competitive in seven straight starts and runs today first off a Joyce Salisbury claim. Stalker finished 2nd here for a $15K tag going 5.5 furlongs the day he was claimed (Sept. 1), is brought back quickly here, moves up a bit, and stretches out in distance. Must be left in the mix.
4th pick: #8 (Cannington) (10-1) - Speedy 5yo chased and weakened when finishing just a bit over a length behind 'Swordfish' here Sept. 1. Arkansas bred is racing second off a 2.5-month vacation and is capable of impacting at a big price.