Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (MR PALMER) (3-1) - One of two entered by trainer Rudy Rodriguez, and the pair race uncoupled. Veteran is taking a big drop in class after a poor effort facing much tougher Aug. 19th at Saratoga. He's worked three times since, has enough speed to stay close up, and has gone 6-1-2-1 on 'off' surfaces in the past.
2nd pick: #3 (Derby Glass) (2-1) - He appears to be the main speed. 5yo is racing second off a Steve Asmussen claim and runs for the first time since Aug. 17th at Saratoga. The last time he ran at this claiming price he won here June 5. His record at this distance is 9-3-2-3, and he's a win candidate.
3rd pick: #2 (Point Hope) (7-2) - The second of the pair from trainer Rudy Rodriguez, he's been on the sidelines since July 16. He was an easy winner here that day facing weaker and is working steadily for his return. Gelding is especially sharp at this trip (7-2-2-1). Must be left in the mix.