Today's Best Bets

Saratoga Race Course Wednesday, August 7, 2024 Meet Total ... 42-194

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Today

FIRST RACE - $75K Kiser Mem
Walk the Warrior...Fresh-face - wasn't entered when this was originally carded but got another week coming out of the nice win at Colonial.
Kiyomori...Probably put him in the winner's circle -- was the pick last week.
Zarak the Brave.
Hidden Path.

SECOND RACE
Will Not Be Swayed...Decent debut to build upon.
Royal Princess...Worked 10.1 before auction. Sire OK with firsters.
Tiz Purple...Another that went well in first out. Beaten fave.
Thankfuly.

THIRD RACE
Own the Field...Third start at Saratoga this year -- but not at this meet (wink - think about it...). Owner going well at the meet though.
Rider's Special... In good form this season.
Dillinger...Moves into slatier company off a big score.
Master of Arms.

FOURTH RACE
Unit Economics...Got some experience against limited winners last time.
Itsallcomintogetha...NY-bred is capable vs open company here.
Barrage...Better than latest.
Victors Valiant.
Dirt: 10-9-12-3.

FIFTH RACE
Speedy Traveler...Lives up to her name. Tries turf - but that 7/19 bullet looks attractive.
Unsung Melody...Also set to try grass having shown dirt talent.
Sunday Shoes...7/21 works looks good.
Lady Milagro.
Hollywood Walk.
Dirt: 6-5-1-3-7.

SIXTH RACE
La Vita Sofia...Class move should help.
Rainingatthebeach...Steps out of the maiden ranks but lightly raced and improving.
Backstretch Rose...Drops and seems intriguing turf-to-dirt.
Blenheim Baby.
Moonlit Weekend.

SEVENTH RACE
Neuschwanstein...Might be a cozy fit in the claimer.
Giant's Fire...Likely to contend here.
Paschal Moon...Back numbers fit - and maybe we get a rebound to those off the claim.
On the Ledge.

EIGHTH RACE - $125K Johnston Mile Hcp
Cupid's Heart...Seldom misses picking up a piece.
Sterling Silver...Likely the one to beat.
Smokin Hot Kitty...Has won four of last five.
Bustin Bay.

NINTH RACE
Steadfast Resolve/Adventurous Spirit...Both halves have improving Beyers and both are dropping in for a tag.
Riverwalk...Capable.
El Alacran...Seemed to appreciate this level.
Fire Baron.
Dirt: 11-12-4-5-13.

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