Top pick: #1 (FIGGY'S FREUD) - Son of "Freud" ran a fine third in his debut on Oct. 9. Raced wide, bid, and held well that day in a race at this tag. Nice pair of works since and trainer Dom Galluscio is satisfactory second time out (14%). The choice for the win.
2nd pick: #6 (Coronation Day) - Tough call as he's run well in both of his races on the turf and will try the dirt for the first time. Freshened-up for two months by trainer George Weaver, he's working sharply and drops in for a tag.
3rd pick: #1a (Early Response) - Coupled in the wagering with the top choice, this colt by "Hook and Ladder" finished second in his firt two starts at this tag, before tiring last out in the slop against MSW foes. Drops for this and has a nice drill on Nov. 2.