Between this weekend and next, the rank within several divisons will gain clarity in advance of the Breeders’ Cup — although what any of it means given the dirt-to-synthetic transition remains to be seen.

Nonetheless, it will be exciting to see:

1) How Elope and Zada Belle match up when facing the likes of Indian Blessing
2) Proud Spell back in action
3) If Commentator can put forth another big effort around two turns
4) Where does Mambo in Seattle match up versus older — which would also reflect upon the likes of Colonel John