Top pick: #1 (OPTIMER) - Consistent runner was dropped last out and that "cured" his case of "seconditis" ( six place finishes) since his last win. Draws the inside and has excellent positional speed. Moves back up in price and can take another.
2nd pick: #5 (Bold Abbott) - In-shape invader has a good season going (6-2-1-2) and has been freshened-up for the past 6 weeks by a fine barn (Graham Motion). He's beaten better and is a major win threat.
3rd pick: #4 (Fire Wood) - He raced evenly at Belmont July 9th at this level in his first start on the east coast after spending his entire career in California. Stretch runner can make an impact today. Owner trainer combo of Valente/Levine always wins races up here.