Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (PEPNIC) (2-1) - Veteran has been on the sidelines since an impressive win Aug 30 at Del Mar sprinting on the turf for a $40K tag. Working steadily for his return, he's won here at this 'down the hill' course in the past and is the horse to beat.
2nd pick: #7 (Zuri Chop) (8-1) - Long shot has yet to repeat his fine French form in three starts in North America. He's shortening up in distance and had a sharp 5-furlong work here Oct 8. Looks set for a competitive effort at a big price.
3rd pick: #2 (Mr Sexy) (6-1) - He has good early speed and is dropping in class. 5-year-old is racing third back off a long layoff and will take them as far as he can at long odds.
4th pick: #4 (Pure Loyalty) (6-1) - He raced evenly at Del Mar going a mile for a $40K tag Aug 23. It was his first race since early Nov. of 2014 and has a fine record here in the past on the local turf 5-2-0-2. Stretch threat.