Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (LEAVEEMATTHEGATE) (7-2) - Stalker moves back to the grass after tiring to finish third at this level in an 'off the turf' race Aug 26 at Saratoga. The effort was complimented when the winner came back to score again here two days ago. Colt has run well here in two of three on the grass in the past and gets a slight edge.
2nd pick: #7 (Bushmill Giant) (3-1) - Freshened up since July 13, he finished second here that afternoon racing at this level and distance. $200,000 purchase is working steadily for his return and is a win candidate.
3rd pick: #4 (Dot Matrix) (4-1) - He exits the same 'of the turf' race Aug 26 at Saratoga as 'Leaveematthegate.' Gelding raced evenly while checking in almost four lengths behind that rival. He's been competitive in all six grass starts and is 4-0-2-2 locally. It's noted that Javier Castellano is aboard for the first time.
4th pick: #6 (Paddy's Crown) (6-1) - Lightly-raced, he moves up in class following a second place finish when facing weaker at this trip Aug 8 at Saratoga. Can factor today with another forward step.