Free Picks for Santa Anita - 10/24/20

Race 1

1 Octopus: finished second three weeks ago when last out, debuts from a new yard today and cannot be overlooked. Exotics

3 Thanks Mr. Edison: runner-up when last seen 3 weeks ago, has solid claims in this group and plays a prominent role. Should be included

4 Brickyard Proof: was a winner when last seen two months ago at Del Mar, arrives in very good form and merits much respect. Top Pick

Race 5

1 King Of Speed: not up to form when last seen two months ago, jockey has an excellent record at this venue and has the best prospects of the group. Top Pick

4 Unbroken Star: below form when last seen two months ago, strike rate here is very good and finishes with the leaders. Should be included

5 Order And Law: ran a career-best when last out 2 months ago, arrives here in very good form and must be given consideration. Exotics

Race 6

4 Tripoli: was third when last seen two months ago, form has been very good of late and merits much respect from the others. Top Pick

5 Royal Act: not up to form when last seen two months ago but on the figures has solid claims today. Should be included

7 Three Ay Em: was third last time out 4 weeks ago, form has been very good of late and jockey booking is a big plus. Exotics

Race 8

1 Jo Jo Air: slightly below form when last seen three weeks ago, jockey is one of the best in the business and must be on all shortlists. Exotics

2 Biddy Duke: was third when last seen 4 weeks ago, jockey booking is a big help and at the weights is hard to deny today. Top Pick

5 Magic At Midnight: has won each of first three races, best outing was a victory by 8 lengths at Del Mar and looks for a fourth straight today. Should be included

Race 9

1 Classier: brother to Make A Classic, debuts at this venue today and has one of the best and most respected trainers in the business. Top Pick

5 First Class Dad: half brother to Belle Laura, debuts from this venue today and finishes in the mix. Exotics

6 North Pole: finished second in only outing to date, arrives in very good form and plays a prominent role at the line. Should be included