Top pick: #1 (SUNDAY MISSILE) - In form speed/stalker was an impressive winner here at this price and distance Aug. 26 to clear the 2l condition, and last out finished a strong second racing at this level for the first time. Has the rail and is the horse to beat in a competitive contest.
2nd pick: #4 (Distinctive Heart) - Lightly-raced and speedy, he's won two in a row, the latest coming in is first local appearance on Sept. 7. Win came first off a Pat Jeffries claim and this well-bred 3-year-old should be involved from start to finish.
3rd pick: #5 (Champ Kamal) - Gelding has looking for his third win for some time now, but until shipping here had been facing much tougher racing in the mid-west. He finished second here on Sept. 7 in a solid effort and leading rider Deshawn Parker is back aboard.