Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #12 (ZIGMUND) (7-2) - Nice debut saw him finish a close up third when debuting in an 'off the turf' sprint on a sloppy surface at Saratoga Sept. 3. He showed good early speed that day and his outside post today is often a lust in these six furlong grass races at Belmont.
2nd pick: #10 (Lutheran Rags) (4-1) - Colt by 'Union Rags' rallied to finish fourth when debuting here at this level and distance July 2. Given some time to grow and mature by trainer Chris Clement (24% second time out) and a strong win candidate.
3rd pick: #9 (Brockmoninoff) (3-1) - He showed good early speed when debuting in the same Saratoga contest as 'Zigmund' and finished a bit over a length in front of that rival. He should be involved every step if that effort is repeatable.
4th pick: #6 (Diamond Setter) (9-2) - Debuting colt is working fast and is bred for the grass. From a capable barn (Mark Casse), this $75K purchase can factor if he runs to his morning drills.