Free Picks for Saratoga - 7/22/20

Saratoga Predictions

Race 1

2 Snap Decision: has won five straight including one of 38 lengths, will finish in the money and is likely the winner. Top Pick

4 Galway Kid: has just three starts, but a shift in running style has produced two consecutive victories and will be near the front today. Should be included

7 Bodes Well: has run two consecutive strong races, is in excellent form leading up to today's event and must be given consideration. Exotics

Race 2

2 Wicksters Dream: finished second in most recent outing by just 1 ½ lengths, debuts from a new stable today and deserves consideration. Exotics

3 Box of Chocolates: was second in most recent outing 2 ½ months ago at Churchill Downs and while debuting from a new stable will be in the mix. Should be included

7 Bernin’ Thru Gold: excellent effort in last outing in May, faces lesser competition today, must be respected today. Top Pick

Race 3

1 Cross Border: is not this horse’s best distance but dropping from Grade 1 today makes him the legitimate favorite. Top Pick

3 The J Y: running as a stalker is the best method in this race for this gelding, who at seven years old has plenty of experience. Exotics

4 Dante’s Fire: was victorious last time out after trailing by close to 20 lengths and has experience running on turf. Should be included

Race 4

5 Macho Jack: has raced better each time out, finished second in most recent outing at Keeneland and debuts from a new stable. Should be included

7 Tenderfoot: has not yet placed, showed excellent form in most recent outing, has one of the best jockeys in the saddle and must be respected. Top Pick

8 Lost In Rome: has not yet won, finished second in his best outing while at Belmont Park, arrives in good form and adds blinkers today. Exotics

Race 5

4 Three Jokers: has one victory in four races, raced very well in a second-place finish at Belmont Park and faces lesser competition today. Should be included

5 Riken: was victorious in most recent outing two weeks ago at Belmont Park and on these terms is the clear favorite. Top Pick

8 Maxwell Esquire: ran a career-best five weeks ago at Belmont Park, competition is not as good in this one and worth including. Exotics

Race 6

7 Just Right: ran well in most recent outing but that was 11 months ago, jockey has excellent record of late, should bounce back from long layoff. Top Pick

8 Summer Bourbon: did not race well last time out in June at Belmont Park but is partnered with one of the best jockeys in the sport. Should be included

9 Thesis: finished a close second last time out six months ago, debuts from new stable today and must be given consideration. Exotics

Race 7

4 Two Cent Tootsie: finished second three weeks ago at Belmont Park, jockey has excellent record at this venue and respect must be given by others. Top Pick

12 Crescent Lady: was third three weeks ago at Belmont Park in most recent outing and has one of the best jockeys in the saddle. Should be included

14 Micromillion: has yet to reach the winner's circle, was beaten by just a neck at Aqueduct and has shown Improvement each time out. Exotics

Race 8

4 Smile Bryan: has raced well in both turf outings, will lay back until running down the stretch to save energy, Should be included

6 La Hara: connections are excellent and cannot be overlooked, has displayed excellent times in workouts. Top Pick

8 Junkanoo: has not raced for close to two years but has an excellent closing kick and will finish in the mix. Exotics

Race 9

3 Sharp Starr: will benefit if pace is quick, extra distance is a plus and a reserve tank down the final stretch will make the difference. Top Pick

6 Princess Pinky: not the fastest of the group, but will be pulled along by those quicker and will cash money thanks to a final surge. Exotics

8 Singular Sensation: went out too fast last time out and faded, but lesson learned and will save strength for the final stretch. Should be included

Race 10

1 Flattering Eyes: did not race up to form in last outing, but this race will feature easier opponents and must be taken seriously. Top Pick

2 Adriatic Holiday: ran well in most recent outing three weeks ago, has solid run to form ratio and the jockey is one of the best. Should be included

11 Crick: Did not race well last time out 4 weeks ago but has displaced excellent form in workouts and must be respected by the others. Exotics