Winning Derby Favorites: It's an On-and-Off Cycle

Winning Derby Favorites: It's an On-and-Off Cycle

Explore the fascinating on-and-off cycle of winning Kentucky Derby favorites through history, from the 1880s to modern times, revealing unpredictable trends for handicappers.

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Horstradamus2 min read
Making the Derby Is a Game of Numbers Across the Board

Making the Derby Is a Game of Numbers Across the Board

Graded stakes earnings determine who makes the Kentucky Derby field, with injuries like Uh Oh Bango's fracture impacting eligibility. Jackson Bend advances as other contenders face setbacks.

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Disappointed?

Disappointed?

Don't let big race results disappoint you; horse racing is a tough game. Learn to battle through, find your angles, and embrace the journey of finding the sport's greatest.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
Arkansas Derby Offers Big Bucks For 9 Runners

Arkansas Derby Offers Big Bucks For 9 Runners

Noble's Promise, already guaranteed a Kentucky Derby spot, headlines the Arkansas Derby. Discover his training, past performances, and path to Louisville.

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Blue Grass Stakes Is a Wide Open Horse Race

Blue Grass Stakes Is a Wide Open Horse Race

The Blue Grass Stakes is a wide-open race where many 3-year-olds need a top-two finish to qualify for the Kentucky Derby. Graded stakes earnings are key for a spot in America's Race.

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Greg Melikov's Top 10 Derby Contenders

Greg Melikov's Top 10 Derby Contenders

Greg Melikov shares his updated Top 10 Kentucky Derby contenders, analyzing their recent performances, trainers, and prospects for Louisville.

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Wood Memorial Features 'Classic' Eskendereya

Wood Memorial Features 'Classic' Eskendereya

Eskendereya, the 4-5 favorite, headlines the Wood Memorial at Aqueduct, taking an unusual path to the Kentucky Derby after winning the Fountain of Youth.

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It's Lookin at Lucky's Santa Anita Derby to Lose

It's Lookin at Lucky's Santa Anita Derby to Lose

Lookin at Lucky is the heavy favorite for the Santa Anita Derby, seeking his sixth stakes victory. Trainer Bob Baffert confirmed the colt will race at Santa Anita.

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Derby Trail

Derby Trail

Dean's Kitten won the Lane's End Stakes at Turfway Park, giving trainer Mike Maker another Derby contender. This son of Kitten's Joy looks promising for Louisville.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
Derby Dreams

Derby Dreams

While many rank Derby contenders, this handicapper offers a fresh perspective on the Kentucky Derby and highlights a few promising runners to watch, starting with Eskendereya.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
Patience

Patience

Embrace patience on the Derby trail. Learn why waiting to make your Kentucky Derby picks can lead to smarter horse racing handicapping decisions.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
Greg Melikov's Top 10 Derby Contenders

Greg Melikov's Top 10 Derby Contenders

Greg Melikov breaks down his Top 10 Kentucky Derby contenders, analyzing potential stars from leading trainers like Todd Pletcher and Bob Baffert.

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Horstradamus3 min read