Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (WEATHER WIZ) (8-5) - Lightly-raced and well-bred 4yo son of 'Tiznow' enters in career best form and speed/stalker has a tactical advantage in this small field. He's won here before, has positive 'off' track experience, and wiil be tough in this spot.
2nd pick: #1 (Chris and Dave) (9-2) - One of a pair entered by trainer Bob Diodoro and the pair race uncoupled. The veteran has the second best speed, has the rail, fits nicely, and he's won two of four on 'off' tracks in the past.
3rd pick: #3 (Papa Shot) (3-1) - State bred is racing first off a Rudy Rodriguez claim (30% angle) and former stake winner enters off a pace-chasing 2nd place finish here for a $40K tag Sept. 9. He's worked very fast twice since the barn change an unusual move for a 6yo with 31-lifetime starts.