Top pick: #9 (TAVERNIER BLUE) (5-2) - Mare was a convincing winner here at this tag on Sept. 15th in her first in seven weeks, and first for trainer Bart Baird. She's a perfect 3 for 3 on this surface, and this is her favorite distance (9-2-2-3). The top pick.
2nd pick: #2 (S S Dessert First) (7-2) - Arlington shipper has a bit of speed, and runs off a positive trainer switch to Ed Schilling (29% with new arrivals). Fits, and "off" going is not a problem for her.
3rd pick: #5 (Pleasant Memory) (3-1) - Veteran ships in from Presque Isle where she went 7-1-2-2 this year. In shape, mare is capable on the dirt, and can impact in this spot.
4th pick: #4 (Tour for Love) (15-1) - Longshot has some closing kick, and could grab a minor award at a big price
5th pick: #12 (Fffabulously) (6-1) - Her post is of no help, and her lack of speed is also a problem. She'll need some pace help, and will have to avoid a wide trip.