Top pick: #1a (WASHINGTON'S RULES) (8-5) - He's part of a Rick Dutrow trained entry and with jockey Cornelio Velasquez listed on both halves only one will go. Grey gelding has good positional speed and will be taking a big drop in class. The horse to beat.
2nd pick: #1 (Charlie's Quest) (8-5) - The second half of the Dutrow entry, he comes off a good looking win here going a mile and he'll be stretching out in distance. 3-year-old has good early speed, draws the rail, and that last win produced a career best figure.
3rd pick: #3 (Divine Child) (2-1) - Consistent grey gelding has been inactive since Aug. 18 and has an excellent season going (7-2-2-2). In a very good barn (Jason Servis)and his "figures" fit nicely with these.