Top pick: #7 (BAG GATE) - Ships up from Texas for his first start since July 17 and this colt was competitive in all 4 of his grass races at Lone Star Park. Has good positional speed and is much the horse to beat if he brings his form with him.
2nd pick: #9 (One Fast Cajun) - 3yo gelding is clearly improving and brings the best early speed to the contest. Well-bred runner has improved since switching to the grass and when last seen Aug 21 at Evangeline Downs was finishing 2nd at this level and distance. Big threat to the top pick.
3rd pick: #3 (S' Up) - Working steadily for his debut and he races for a trainer (Ed Johnston) who's having a very good year (30-4-1-11). This field isn't all that strong and this gelding can factor in his first start.