Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #3 (RAGING CHAMPION) (7-2) - Lightly-raced gelding finished a close up fourth here when facing $25K 2l 'open' claimers July 11. It was his first start since in seven months and he had some traffic issues during the running. Leading trainer Ramon Preciado brings him back quickly, removes his blinkers, and has him back in with fellow Pa. breds.
2nd pick: #6 (Pig Pen) (2-1) - The probable favorite, he rallied to finish second here at this level June 27. It was only his second start since coming off a half-year's absence June 6. He's a NEW gelding, has good figures, and is an obvious win candidate.
3rd pick: #7 (Red Hot Randy) (4-1) - Steady performer has finished second in two straight facing 'open' company and this hard hitting veteran is in career best shape. His stalking style fits and he's in the three-horse win mix.
4th pick: #8 (Tipyourwaiterwell) (9-2) - He tired while having some traffic issues here at this level June 27. He had been much sharper in his previous pair and must be left in the exacta mix.