Top pick: #1 (PRIMAL FEVER) - The probable heavy favorite has finished second in his last two starts, one at Lone Star Park July 10, and the latest here at this price and distance two weeks ago. Has the rail, meets a weak field, and is the horse to beat.
2nd pick: #6 (Heavenly Shiloh) - Colt by "Broken Vow" runs today off a 65-day break following a claim by trainer Brent Davidson at Lone Star Park in early July. Three-year-old has run well in his last four starts, is working nicely for this attempt, and Davidson has won with two of his last 10 fresh claims. The main danger.
3rd pick: #4 (Game Patriot) - Grey gelding ships here from Will Rogers Downs where he was competitive in two starts at this price this past spring. Four-year-old has some speed, a pair of useful local drills, and runs off a trainer change to Juan Padilla. His speed makes him a bit interesting.