Preakness Stakes 2009 odds and betting preview
Jarrod Horak - May 15th, 2009 .Baltimore is my home town, and I have always had a soft spot for the Preakness Stakes. Much of my handicapping success in the second jewel of the Triple Crown has come from backing my Derby selection in Baltimore, and I am hoping this year is no different.
What makes this year unique is the shocking win registered by Mine That Bird on the first Saturday in May. The Derby winner is almost an automatic contender in Baltimore, but The Bird never showed that kind of ability before, and I am going to consider it a fluke performance until proven otherwise. With the Derby winner safely tossed, the Preakness seemingly comes down to three main contenders.
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Pioneerof The Nile brought a four race win streak to Churchill Downs, and he was hardly disgraced in a rock solid place finish. He was trying conventional dirt for the first time in the Derby, and he should go better in Baltimore with that experience under his belt. He continues to train well and adapts to various pace scenarios. I would like to see him relax early and finish, because that seems to be his most effective style.
Rachel Alexandra has not been challenged by fillies in her last five facile route tallies. She wheels back quickly to tackle the gents from the outside post. She does have the speed and ability to get the job done, but she will not offer much value in the Preakness, and she does not figure to receive a warm reception from the boys.
Musket Man has five wins and two show finishes from seven lifetime starts, and he was a fine third in the Kentucky Derby. He lands an advantageous inner post and can sit the right ground saving stalking trip at nice odds. He drilled a strong four furlong bullet at Monmouth for this, and it would be a wise decision to include him in all wagering decisions.
Preakness Stakes 2009 betting odds
Rachel Alexandra +150
Mine That Bird +450
Pioneerof The Nile +450
Friesan Fire +650
Papa Clem +800
Big Drama +1000
Musket Men +1000
General Quarters +1500
Take The Points +2500
Tone it Down +3000
Terrain +3000
Flying Private +4000
Lov Gov +4000
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