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SARATOGA Race #2

August 8, 2009
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Premium Pick

Top pick: #4 (CROSS THE DIVIDE) - Longshot had a lot of trouble in his debut last fall at Belmont and hasn't raced since. Working fast for his return and son of "Gone West" can be a big factor here at a square price.

2nd pick: #8 (Spell) - Logical contender and probable favorite finished second in his debut at this trip at Churchill on July 3. Son of "Alphabet Soup" has a pair of nice local works heading into this and he's a big threat.

3rd pick: #5 (Andiron) - Well-bet in his first pair, one each on dirt and poly. Son of "A.P.Indy" will move to the grass for his first start since Jan 31. Don't ignore.

4th pick: #7 (Home Field) - Gelding by "Northern Afleet" was claimed on May 15 by trainer Mike Maker and after one race has been on the shelf the past seven weeks. Barn is strong off the short break (30%), and runner is training in solid fashion. Player at a square price.

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