Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #3 (SMART PIONEER) (6-5) - Stalker has finished 2nd in three straight at this level and distance. A NEW gelding, he has by far the best form, and will be tough in this spot.
2nd pick: #5 (Viscosity) (10-1) - Longshot has some early speed and tired last out after pressing the early pace in the same Sept. 25th local contest as 'Smart Pioneer.' May hold down a minor award at a big price.
3rd pick: #6 (Three Sevens) (5-2) - Very lightly raced, he has blinkers added for this attempt. 4yo was only two length behind 'Smart Pioneer' Aug. 12th, but was not as good Sept. 15th when he tired going a mile as the favorite. He should factor this evening on the cut-back in distance.
4th pick: #1 (Timely Reply) (4-1) - Capable barn (Scott Young) brings him back quickly for his second start. He raced evenly in his debut and should move forward in this attempt.