Top pick: #2 (STICK WITH SKIP) (8-5) - The probable favorite, he ships in from Laurel where he rallied to finish second to a "much the best" winner racing for a $25K tag. Trainer Graham Motion drops him down to run for $15000, shortens him up in distance, and has Carmouche aboard. The pick, but a bit vulnerable, so reverse your exactas.
2nd pick: #10 (Monsignor J ) (3-1) - Dangerous rival, he's lightly raced, has early speed, and comes off a fourth-place finish here at this price and trip when he was beaten 4 lengths. Win candidate from his putside post.
3rd pick: #5 (A Good Crowd) (4-1) - He brings sharp early speed from his races at Louisisna Downs and all came facing tougher. Arkie-bred riuns off a trainer change to Randy Allen and he'll drop him in price for his first start since Sept. 6. In the mix.
4th pick: #1 (Buzz Banquet) (15-1) - He had no chance in his debut after breaking through the gate prior to the start and trainer Phil Aristone will add blinkers for this attempt. Draws a trick post at this trip and will need to be much sharper.