Free Picks for Santa Anita -10/2/20
Race 1
1 Master Ryan: was third when last seen four weeks ago at Del Mar, arrives in very good form and finishes amongst the leaders. Exotics
4 Count Alexei: runner-up when last seen 4 weeks ago, workouts have been excellent of late and must be taken seriously. Should be included
7 Square Root: raced well when last seen just one month ago, jockey booking is a big help and on these terms is hard to deny today.
Race 3
1 Parnelli: finished second in only outing to date, faces a more suitable distance today and has the best prospects of the group on pick up form. Top Pick
2 Hot Rod Charlie: best outing to date was while debuting, workouts have been solid of late and adds blinkers today. Should be included
4 Bolu: not up to form in first two outings, ran much better in most recent race and has an excellent rider in the saddle. Exotics
Race 4
1 Allie’s Pal: finished second while debuting at Del Mar, but on the figures is the leading player today. Top Pick
10 Squared Shady: finished second in debut, jockey has an excellent record at this venue and cannot be overlooked today. Exotics
11 Westward Breeze: half-sister to Offshore Affair, debuts at this venue today and plays a prominent role amongst the leaders. Should be included
Race 6
1 Lil Richards Bello: has yet to reach the winner's circle in three outings, jockey booking is a big help and must be taken seriously. Should be included
2 Zero Down: ran well when last seen 5 weeks ago, workouts have been good this week and must be at or near the top of all short lists. Top Pick
5 Arickaree: finished second in only outing to date, stable’s record in this type of race is a big help and plays a role today. Exotics
Race 8
1 Don’t Blame Judy: ran well when last seen 4 weeks ago, arrives in good form and finishes in the mix. Exotics
2 Velvet Queen: not up to form when last seen 4 weeks ago, but return to this distance is a big help and plays a prominent role. Should be included
7 Storie Blue: was third when last seen 4 weeks ago, jockey selection is a big advantage and is the one the rest must catch today. Top Pick
