Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #2 (CANDY CREW) (7-2) - Speedy colt was an easy gate-to-wire winner here at this distance July 26 for a $25K price tag. It was his first in eight weeks, was by far a career best, and he was claimed that afternoon by veteran Gary Sherlock. Think he can win right back.
2nd pick: #1 (Heartfullofstars) (5-2) - He's moving from grass to dirt, shortening up in distance, and is racing in a straight claimer for the first time. Stretch runner has a ground saving post and is a late threat to win it all.
3rd pick: #4 (Royal Creed) (6-1) - Canadian shipper has been competitive in five straight, and speed/stalker is nicely spotted for his West Coast debut. A winner on both dirt and synthetic surfaces, $325K purchase is in a claimer for the first time. Dangerous today.
4th pick: #3 (Treasure Hunter) (8-1) - He chased before weakening to finish 3rd, almost five lengths in back of 'Candy Crew' here July 26. Longshot is capable of getting a share, but a win would be a bit of a surprise.