Top pick: #4 (CHIEF'S DAD) - Makes his first start for trainer Cody Autry after he claimed him out of a winning race on July 19 for $5000. Has a recent drill and gelding is (5-1-3-1) in his starts at this $5K tag. New barn wins at a 19% rate with it's fresh claims.
2nd pick: #5 (Wander Time) - Very sharp at present, veteran is seeking his third in a row. He was especially impressive here on August 11 as he looked the winner from the start and won in smart fashion. A threat for the top spot.
3rd pick: #6 (The Midnight Skier) - He finished a close-up third on July 7 and has been freshened-up by a dangerous barn (Julio Cartagena) off of short breaks (26%). Contender.