Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #2 (CANARSIE KID) (3-1) - Lightly-raced 5-year-old enters this in career best form. The main speed, he won here at this distance for a $25K claiming tag Sept. 28. His connections move him up a bit in price as he tries this 3l condition for the first time.
2nd pick: #4 (Aktabantay) (5-1) - English import drops down in his second start back off just under a three month layoff. Strong finisher raced evenly here facing much tougher Sept. 23 and is a strong win candidate in this spot.
3rd pick: #5 (Irish Prayer) (8-1) - No-speed type is dropping down a bit and is shortening up in distance. He ran evenly here going a mile for a $50K tag Sept. 23 after winning two of his previous three starts. The faster the pace, the better his prospects.