Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #2 (DARK MONEY) (2-1) - Lightly raced and quick from the gate, he was a wire-to-wire 5 length winner going 7 furlongs at Belmont for a $40K tag June 29. He earned a big figure and was claimed that afternoon by Rudy Rodriguez, a strong 28% winning angle. Freshened up since, 3yo is working fast locally and is spotted where the barn can't lose him.
2nd pick: #1 (El Asesino) (5-1) - He had a wide trip here at this level and distance Aug. 7 and finished fourth, missing by just under 5 lengths. 4yo moves from an outside post to the rail, has good positional speed, and is dangerous in this spot.
3rd pick: #6 (Smile Bryan) (3-1) - Improving 3yo shortens up a furlong after missing by a 'neck' here at this level going 7 furlongs July 18. He was involved every step and should receive a nice stalking trip with leading rider Jose Ortiz staying put.