Top pick: #1a (SUN DANCE MOON) - Colt has plenty of talent and finished a close-up fourth here July 25 racing at this level going 6 furlongs. Race was his first off a seven week freshening and trainer Dave Jacobson will send him an extra 1/8th in this spot. The top choice in a competitive contest.
2nd pick: #2 (Bojan) - He's part of a Todd Pletcher trained entry from the Reople Stable. Speed/stalker has a nice race over the track July 24 and enters this in career best form. Win candidate.
3rd pick: #2b (Have You Ever) - The second part of the Pletcher entry has excellent early speed and takes a big drop this afternoon. Working fast at Belmont for his first start since July 8 and he completes a strong entry. Win threat.
4th pick: #8 (Slevin) - Capable New York-bred generally prefers longer distances, but one run-type draws a good post and should get a swift pace to rally into if all run. Stretch factor.