Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #9 (INSTRUCTOR KUNU) (3-1) - He chased the pace and weakened late to check in fourth of seven, beaten 4 1/2 lengths racing here at this level and distance Nov 27. It was his first back off a 2 1/2 month break and his connections bring him back quickly. Speed/stalker is the horse to beat.
2nd pick: #2 (Fourth and Long) (8-1) - Long shot is racing for the first time since May 30. He fits if ready and has an impressive series of works on view at Penn National. This isn't his best distance, but his a.m. drills are too good to ignore.
3rd pick: #7 (Duval) (7-2) - Colt is racing first off a Juan Guerrero claim and a subsequent five month layoff. He spent the first half of this year in the Midwest, but has run well here in the past 7-1-2-3. Working nicely and a big threat if ready.
4th pick: #3 (Devil's Purge) (10-1) - Consistent sort is shortening up a furlong after finishing fourth here at this level going 6.5-furlongs Nov 3. His entire career has been spent at Philly Park and he's one for one at this distance.