Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #12 (A I INITIATIVE) (9-2) - Gelding finished 2nd of 12, beaten just under two lengths going a mile at this level Aug. 25 at Saratoga. It was his first start in just under a year, his first for trainer Jorge Abreu, and he adds blinkers for this attempt.
2nd pick: #11 (Novus) (4-1) - Home bred by 'Lookin At Lucky' rallied to check in 2nd of 10, beaten a length at this tag and trip July 25 at Saratoga. A career best, it came off a nine-month absence and a private trainer change to Chris Clement. An obvious contender.
3rd pick: #5 (Victor Lounge) (6-1) - Speed/stalker set a quick pace and held to finish 3rd, just over a length behind 'A I Initiative' Aug. 25 at Saratoga. Competitive in four straight at this claiming price, he should be in this from gate-to-wire.
4th pick: #3 (Wicked Trick) (5-2) - He lost his rider here June 8, but if you 'toss' that effort, he's been razor sharp n five straight on the grass. 3yo missed by a length here facing tougher June 22 and is a win candidate at a short price.