Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #1 (HOLIDAY BONUS) (6-1) - He's shortening up in distance after finishing 3rd here at this level going 11 furlongs Aug. 5. 4yo is nearing his best after returning from 7.5 months on the sidelines, and he should receive a fast and/or contested pace to close into. He's the top selection here, but make sure you box your bets in this competitive contest.
2nd pick: #9 (Lunaire) (9-2) - Nicely bred 4yo has been competitive in four straight and enters off a 2nd place finish at this level going a one-turn mile at Belmont June 16. Stretch runner can factor if able to avoid a wide trip.
3rd pick: #3 (Dr. Edgar) (2-1) - The morning line favorite, speed/stalker missed by a 'neck' at this level and distance at Belmont July 11. It was his first race since Sept. 17, and this 5yo has been competitive in all three previous local starts. An obvious contender.
4th pick: #4 (Harlan's Hunch) (8-1) - One of several speed types, he tired after setting a very fast and pressured pace in the same July 11 contest that 'Dr. Edgar' exits. Sharp in three straight before that, he must be left in the mix.