Top pick: #5 (FIDDLER'S AFLEET ) - One of two entered by trainer Dave Jacobson and the pair race uncoupled. He comes into this off a very sharp stakes win at Belmont on July 6th when he demolished a field of six others including several of today's rivals. Win came after he shipped back from California and a repeat of the "figure" earned that day will win this
2nd pick: #7 (Uncle T Seven) - He finished a distant second last out to "Fiddler" and had some traffic issues soon after the gate opened. He's finished second in three straight stakes since being claimed by Rick Dutrow on March 4th and the extra 1/16th he travels today is in his favor.
3rd pick: #9 (Mine Over Matter) - He was sent hard last out from his inside post and tired to finish fourth in the race won by "Fiddler" at Belmont on July 6th. Draws a much better slot for this and can revert to stalking tactics this afternoon. One of three who has won here in the past and a stretch threat at a big price.