Top pick: #8 (SMOKIN HERO) - Logical selection and probable heavy favorite has a big experience edge on this field and also has the most visible speed. Trainer Allen Iwinski adds blinkers to his equipment today in an attempt to put him over the top.
2nd pick: #9 (Close Encounter) - Firster from the barn of John Kimmel has a series of very sharp works on view and if he runs to his drills he could win this in his debut. The main danger.
3rd pick: #1 (Wise Guy Kelly) - Had some traffic issues in his debut here on August 15. Took some money at the windows that day and returns quickly for start number two. Draws the rail and I think he'll run better.