Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #2 (THIS I'LL DEFEND) (7-2) - Colt is stretching out in distance after finishing a pace-chasing 4th of nine, beaten three lengths sprinting here Nov. 10. A career best, it was his first since Aug. 31, and first ever on the grass. This $170K son of 'Sky Mesa' gets top billing.
2nd pick: #5 (Glynn County) (4-1) - Freshened up since tiring late Sept. 21 at Belmont, this $80,000 son of 'Kitten's Joy' returns racing with the addition of blinkers from veteran Jimmy Toner. Colt has shown ability in both attempts and is a contender.
3rd pick: #6 (Myamanoi) (5-1) - He raced evenly after brushing the gate at the break debuting at this level going 8.5 furlongs Aug. 31 at Saratoga. Working steadily for his return, trainer Dan Gargan has won with 16 of 84 (20%) off of this type of layoff during 2018-19.
4th pick: #1 (Justintimeforwine) (10-1) - Longshot has the best early speed and is breaking from the rail. He set a solid pace before weakening late to check in 3rd of 10, missing by just under three lengths here at this trip Nov. 14. Colt is dangerous at a big price.