Free Picks for Santa Anita - 10/18/20

Race 2

2 As Time Goes By: finished third in only outing, has excellent form at the moment and plays a role today. Exotics

3 Himiko: has not yet reached the winner's circle in three outings, has improved in each one and at these weights cannot be denied today. Top Pick

4 Miss Mo’licious: has not yet enjoyed a victory, finished second in best outing to date but arrives in good form and merits respect. Should be included

Race 5

2 Deuce: not up to form when last out more than one year ago, drops in grade for this race and finishes in the mix. Exotics

4 Much More Halo: runner-up when last seen two months ago at Del Mar and on the figures is the one the rest chase to the wire. Top Pick

5 Port Saint Joe: was third when last seen two months ago, faces an easier assignment today and merits much consideration. Should be included

Race 8

3 Illumination: has not yet enjoyed a victory, has improved with each outing and plays a significant role today. Should be included

4 Forest Caraway: was victorious in debut, ran even better when second during a Grade 1 next time out and on the figures is the one to beat. Top Pick

5 QueenGol: was victorious in only race to date, stable specializes in these types of races and jockey selection is a big plus. Exotics

Race 9

1 Farmington Road: was victorious when last seen three months ago, jockey is one of the best in the business and merits much respect. Exotics

6 Smooth Like Strait: not up to form when last seen 6 weeks ago, but on these terms plays the biggest role of all. Top Pick

9 Field Pass: was third when last seen 6 weeks ago, form has been very good of late and must be on all short lists. Should be included

Race 10

3 TomorrowIsALongTime: half-sister to Big Bend, runners out of this stable run well in these types of races and plays a significant role today. Should be included

4 Meet At Dudley’s: debuts today at this venue, jockey booking is a big plus and must be given consideration. Exotics

6 Private Mission: half-sister to Secret Someone, debuts at this venue today, trainer is one of the best in the business and on these terms is the one the rest must catch. Top Pick