Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #7 (PAY THE PRICE) (5-1) - Lightly-raced son of 'Union Rags' has early speed and meets a weak group in his third start back following almost 7 months on the sidelines. $170K purchase moves out in the gate and that will give rider Jose Lezcano some early options.
2nd pick: #6 (Hot Mesa) (5-2) - The morning line and probable favorite, he raced both wide and evenly when finishing third here at this $20K price tag going 7 furlongs Sept. 7. He's brought back on a quick turnaround and is an obvious contender.
3rd pick: #1 (Theresa's Boy) (7-2) - Long time maiden has the rail, some early speed, and Irad Ortiz Jr is getting aboard for the first time. State-bred finished 4th at Saratoga Aug. 31 in his best overall since late April. Colt must be left in the mix.