Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #2 (SMILE BIG) (8-5) - Filly is lightly-raced and enters off a solid try Oct 29 at Belmont Park. Racing on a muddy surface at this level going a one-turn mile, she set a pressured pace and held gamely during the stretch run to finish third of six, beaten a 1/2 length. Like most entered, daughter of 'Big Drama' is trying a two-turn distance for the first time. She breaks just off the rail and will be tough on the front end.
2nd pick: #4 (Majesticconfection) (9-5) - From the Pletcher barn, she rallied strongly to edge 'Smile Big' out of the place spot by a 'nose' Oct 29. No-speed type should enjoy this two-turn trip and is a strong win candidate.
3rd pick: #6 (Wembley) (8-1) - Godolphin home bred is one of two fillies entered by trainer Kiaran McLaughlin and the pair race uncoupled. Un-raced for two months, she's moving from turf to dirt and is stretching out in distance. Daughter of 'Bernardini' has Lasix added, a 26% winning move by the barn.
4th pick: #7 (Native Crossing) (6-1) - The second of the McLaughlin pair, she ran evenly when debuting in a seven furlong contest at Belmont Park Oct 18. $85,000 yearling purchase should improve in her second start if able to avoid a wide trip.