Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #3 (SCHLIFFY) (7-2) - Colt was a bit 'hard to handle' here when finishing third at this mile trip when facing a bit tougher Sept. 21. He's worked five times since and can take this with just a bit of improvement.
2nd pick: #7 (Alfredo) (4-1) - Un-raced since tiring while wide Aug. 20 in a Gulfstream Park sprint, he's taking a big drop in class while stretching out in distance. In a good barn (Dane Kobiskie) and a threat if ready.
3rd pick: #9 (Cofveve) (20-1) - He was never involved when debuting in the same last race as 'Schliffy.' Capable barn ads blinkers and it's noted that a top rider (Ricardo Santana Jr.) stays aboard.
4th pick: #10 (Safari Heart) (9-2) - The field's only filly, she's dropping in price for her second attempt. Trainer Wesley Ward (27% second time out) shortens her up and expect her to be sent hard at the break with apprentice Torres aboard.