Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #4 (CRACK SHOT) (2-1) - Lightly raced son of 'Freud' was a gate-to-wire maiden winner going 5.5 furlongs on the Saratoga turf Aug. 7. Clearly still improving, colt catches a field where he's the main speed and he can win right back in this spot.
2nd pick: #8 (Bourbon Mission) (3-1) - He's finished third in two straight at this level at Saratoga going 5.5 furlongs. Gelding has had trouble at the break in both and is a serious threat today with a better beginning.
3rd pick: #5 (Jo's Bolt Cat) (4-1) - No-speed type ships from Maryland where he's been competitive in five straight at Laurel. Veteran fits from a figure angle, but may not receive a favorable pace set up for his late running style.
4th pick: #2 (Mystical Song) (6-1) - A lightly raced 7y/o, he's another with no early speed. He's nibbled in three of his last four at this level and is working fast for his first since June 21.