(# 3) EXECUTIVE FLEET - Showed improved speed returning to dirt on Sept. 11 over a sloppy track against better at the Meadowlands. Returns to Belmont and drops to face limited winners over what should be a dry track. Dangerous tactical speed from a good inside post, and switching to Rice's go rider: Cornelio Velasquez.

(# 's 1 and 1A) Hesachaser and Ocean Forest - We'll take either half of this Contessa-trained entry as our second pick. "Hesachaser" has only had one start in a year and showed speed. "Ocean Forest" is coming around and is the horse to fear the most if he goes.

(# 5) Raw Cat - Cleared his latest condition three back and has had his problems in the last two at this condition. Fits, and should be in it early on.