Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #7 (DEAN MARTINI) (3-1) - He set a fast pace and held to finish second of 12, missing by a length here at this level and distance Oct. 5. It was his first on the grass, by far his best to date, and he'll be tough with just a small step forward.
2nd pick: #9 (Phast Pharoah) (10-1) - Longshot was competitive at this level and distance Aug. 23, but tired after having serious traffic issues going a mile here Sept. 28. Back sprinting, his outside post is a plus and think he's dangerous at a big price.
3rd pick: #5 (Smooth Like Straight) (4-1) - He raced close before rallying to finish third, only a 'nose' behind 'Dean Martini' here Oct. 5. Home bred by Midnight Lute' is an obvious contender in this spot.
4th pick: #3 (Impossible Task) (6-1) - NEW gelding is racing first off a John Sadler claim and a subsequent 10 week freshening. Well backed in both starts, he has early speed and enters off a sharp local half-mile work Oct. 27. In the mix.