Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #9 (GRANDPA LOUIE) (2-1) - Speedy gelding has been on the sidelines since last winter when he was competitive facing tougher March 1 at Santa Anita. I like his work pattern and this 3yo by 'Coil' can break his maiden if ready.
2nd pick: #2 (Afternoon Heat) (5-1) - Colt has been idle since finishing a distant 3rd sprinting here on the dirt for a $50K tag Aug. 14. Claimed that afternoon by Steve Knapp, new trainer wins at a 20% rate first off the barn switch and he has this 3yo working fast. A win candidate at a square price.
3rd pick: #8 (Spendaholic) (10-1) - Even-paced type has only made one start on the grass. That came here at this level and distance Aug. 8 and it earned him his best figure in seven attempts. Think he'll factor today at a big price.