Sat, October 05, 2024

TREATY OBLIGATION (16) has switched yards since a 1.5 lengths win last start on dirt at Saratoga over 1m. Tackles a turf track for the first time. Should park just off the speed despite the draw. Will play a major role. TRANSACTIONAL (3) finished sixth when resuming two runs back then progressed nicely last time out after being in contention on the turn to score by 0.1 lengths as public elect over 1m1/2f at Saratoga (Turf). Finds a suitable race and can build on that solid recent effort. PALACE VIEW (5) ran a little below his best last start when sixth over 6f at this track (Turf). May appreciate the longer journey this time. Can bounce back to best form. MICKEY SHILLELAGH (10) ran well despite being friendless in betting last time over 1m1/2f at Laurel (Turf), finishing fourth and beaten 0.9 lengths at 25/1. Among the fringe chances.