Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #10 (COWBOY U KNOW) (8-5) - He's one of two entered by trainer Don Von Hemel and the pair race uncoupled. The probable favorite, grey gelding has finished second in two straight here at this level. Stalker is working fast and runs with blinkers on. The horse to beat.
2nd pick: #6 (Don't Push Send) (8-1) - Long shot is the second from the Von Hemel barn. Un-raced since early April he's meeting fellow Oklahoma breds for the first time. Working well and a major threat if ready.
3rd pick: #9 (Countless Offer) (8-1) - On the sidelines for the past year, grey gelding has early speed and a sharp 5-furlong local breeze Sept. 12. There's not a lot of speed signed on, so this 4-year-old is a player today if in shape.
4th pick: #3 (My Validation) (6-1) - Another coming off a layoff (May 18), gelding had some early speed when last in action and could hold down a small share at a square price.