Free Picks For Saratoga - 8/16/20

Race 1

1 School of Thought: half-sister to Thumbs Up, debuts today at this venue and has one of the best riders in the saddle. Should be included

4 Stone Town: finished second when last seen at this venue, looks to go one better today and on these terms is the one the rest will chase. Top Pick

5 Family Time: half-sister to Port of Indy, jockey selection is a plus and must be given consideration today. Exotics

Race 5

1 Pillar Mountain: ran well when last seen two months ago, the trainer has picked a jockey in top form and is expected to play a big role today. Exotics

4 He’s No Lemon: ran a career-best when last seen 5 weeks ago and faces an easier assignment against today's competition. Should be included

6 Nakamura: finished third when last seen 5 weeks ago, has displayed good form in workouts and is expected to be in front at the wire. Top Pick

Race 7

9 Duress: finished runner-up when last seen one month ago, leaves from a respected stable, and will play a role today. Should be included

11 Binkster: was second in most recent outing one month ago and is expected to be in the mix today. Exotics

12 BlindWillie McTell: finished third when last seen one month ago, arrives here in good form and has a talented jockey in the saddle. Top Pick

Race 8

2 Fierce Lady: finished third when last seen three weeks ago, the trainer has a good record at this track and will be one of the top players today. Should be included

7 My Roxy Girl: did not race up the form when last seen 6 months ago but will be given help from the saddle and cannot be dismissed. Exotics

11 Big Q: finished second when last seen two months ago at Belmont Park, has a respected jockey in the saddle, and must be shortlisted. Top Pick

Race 9

1 SpeakToMeOfSummer: was victorious when last seen 4 weeks ago, the stable has had success here and must be considered. Should be included

2 Enola Gay: has scored twice to date, was victorious when last seen at Keeneland winning a Grade 2 event, and must be respected today. Top Pick

4 Stunning Sky: finished second when last out four weeks ago, the form of late has been good and will play a role today. Exotics

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