This field of Preakness Stakes contenders looks overmatched on paper to Kentucky Derby winner Big Brown but before ruling all of the Preakness Stakes contenders out her are some betting tips for the race at Pimlico. The Preakness Stakes are 1\16th of a mile shorter than the Kentucky Derby so it is tailor made for speed horses. Bet on the Preakness Stakes at BoDoglife.com.

Front runners and stalkers that race close to the leader have a good shot at Pimlico. The Preakness is traditionally won by a contender that is on the front end. Another factor is the horses bloodlines. Blue-chip level Preakness Contenders are usually the ones that win this race. Strictly A-level horses win this race, no B or B- talent wins here. Don’t be to put off if a horse did poorly in their previous, Pimlico has a reputation for bounce performances.

Local Maryland Preakness Stakes contenders have also run especially well at Pimlico. One overlooked intangible is the trainer. Find a Preakness contender that has a blue-chip trainer and you have a shot at winning.

Race: Preakness Stakes
Length: 1 3\16 mile
Purse: $1,000,000
Time: 6:45
Date: Saturday  
Favorite: Big Brown 1-2 Preakness Stakes Odds

Preakness Contenders and Betting odds

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