Top pick: #2 (IT'S TIME TO REIGN) (4-1) - He's winless on the grass, but last out rallied to just miss at Delaware Park for a $25K tag Aug. 14. Strong finisher is back in shape following almost a 10-month break and he can win this with a late move.
2nd pick: #10 (Dominate) (6-1) - Price play lost his rider at the start last out at Belmont, but was in career best shape prior to that. Colt has more speed than most and is win threat at juicy odds.
3rd pick: #3 (Waynesborough) (3-1) - Another strong finisher, he moves from dirt to grass after missing by a "neck" here at this level just nine days ago. Much improved since being claimed by Keith Nations in late June and this gelding by "Curlin" is in the win mix.
4th pick: #8 (The High Priest) (10-1) - He has more speed than most and enters in fine shape. Veteran has been seeking his second win for a long time but has many competitive efforts on his resume. Don't just dismiss.
5th pick: #1 (Doubly Smart) (15-1) - No-speed type rallied while wide to finish third last out on the Penn National turf. It was his best overall since coming off a 5 1/2 month layoff in late May and trainer Liz Merryman adds blinkers. Home bred may grab a share at a very big price.