Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #1 (ESKIMO ROSES) (7-2) - Speedy gelding switches to the turf after a pair of competitive efforts on the dirt to begin his career. Freshened up since Sept. 2, he's bred for grass success and has a ground saving post. Lots of things to like.
2nd pick: #8 (Fengari) (9-2) - One of a half-dozen making their debuts, colt is working above average for a 21% first out trainer (John Sadler). By turf champ 'Artie Schiller,' he's a win candidate if ready.
3rd pick: #7 (Rockaway) (10-1) - One of two Irish imports, he's had excuses i all three starts. He has some early speed and his racing experience is valuable against this field full of first-time-starters. Longshot possibility.
4th pick: #4 (Navajo Dreamer) (6-1) - The other Irish bred, she's the only filly running against nine males. She ran well while wide in a $100K stakes at Del Mar Sept. 4 in her No. American debut and is dropping in class while shortening up in distance. Before leaving her homeland, she finished second at this trip facing males July 16. Must be left in the mix.