Free Picks for Kentucky Downs - 9/16/20

Race 1

1 Mechanicville: half brother to Fusaichi Samurai, debuts at this venue today, rider is one of the best at this track and is hard to deny. Top Pick

3 In Effect: finished fourth in only outing to date, jockey booking is beneficial and finishes amongst the leaders. Exotics

7 Hardy Rye Guy: ran a career-best when last seen, assignment today is easier than the last and must be on all shortlists. Should be included

Race 6

4 Jakarta: runner-up when last out two months ago at Saratoga, jockey is one of the best anywhere and on these terms is hard to deny. Top Pick

5 Dance Rhythms: finished third 6 weeks ago at Ellis Park, has had solid workouts of late and finishes in the mix today. Exotics

8 Flora Fantasy: was victorious when last seen three months ago at Gulfstream Park, debuts from a new stable today and cannot be overlooked. Should be included

Race 7

2 Apreciado: ran well when last seen two months ago, assignment today is much easier than the last and is the one the rest must catch. Top Pick

5 Rijeka: runner-up win last out one month ago, returns to a more suitable distance and cannot be overlooked. Exotics

7 Muggsamatic: ran a career-best when last seen two months ago, has an easier outing today and plays a prominent role. Should be included

Race 8

3 Sugar Fix: not up to form 3 weeks ago when last out, opponents less classy this time and credentials are there for all to see. Should be included

7 Rogue Too: runner-up when last seen two weeks ago at Indiana Grand, plays a role today and cannot be overlooked. Exotics

9 Aife: not up to form when last out six weeks ago at Ellis Park but at the figures is the one to beat today. Top Pick

Race 9

1 Turned Aside: was victorious two months ago when last out, jockey is one of the best anywhere and finishes in the mix today. Exotics

7 Kimari: runner-up win last seen three months ago at Ascot and on these terms has excellent prospects today. Top Pick

11 Fore Left: finished third two months ago at Saratoga when last seen, claims are better than most and plays a prominent role. Should be included

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Kevin Vallego

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