2020 Preakness Stakes Horse Race: Naming The Top Ten Huge Favorites

The Pimlico Park in Maryland is now shaping up to make way for the 145th Preakness Stakes running. Remember that the Preakness this year is concluding the U.S. Triple Crown Series, following the Derby. Although there is no Triple Crown winner to be expected, the Preakness offers a million-dollar prize at stake, so horses need to work hard to win.

In the next few weeks, horse racing fans can expect thirteen of the mightiest colts to saddle up at Pimlico Park. Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes winners are indeed running for the Black-Eyed Susans. Besides that, there are also new entrants who didn’t join the first two racing legs.

While the Stronach Group, owner of Preakness Stakes, decided that there are no fans allowed to spectate the show, the betting games are still working online. Now that there’s still a few more days before the tournament takes place, let’s get to know the current Preakness Stakes current odds ranking of the favorite horses competing in the said show.

Authentic (+125)

After striking a surprising victory during the Kentucky Derby, Authentic takes the lead in today’s Preakness Stakes odds ranking. This Bob Baffert trained colt was ridden by John R. Velazquez, who already made huge achievements before winning the Derby. He’s now taking +125 odds and a huge favorite to win in the race for the Black-Eyed Susans.

Art Collector (+350)

Tiz The Law should be on the second rank. However, he will miss the Preakness Stakes this year. That said, Art Collector replaces him, holding a +350 odds. This colt is ridden by Brian Joseph Hernandez Jr., and trained by Thomas Jury Jr. Art Collector was an Ellis Park Derby and Blue Grass Stakes winner before sending a bid to run in Preakness Stakes.

Thousand Words (+800)

Not only Bob Baffert is sending Authentic to the Preakness Stake but also Thousand Words. Currently earning +800 odds, he lies on the third rank in today’s Preakness chart. Like his stablemate Authentic, Thousand Words had accomplished prominent horse racing shows this year, including a title he won from Shared Belief Stakes, Los Alamitos, and Robert B. Lewis Stakes.

Mr Big News (+1000)

After placing third in the recently concluded Kentucky Derby, Mr Big News is heading to the Preakness Stakes, settling in the 4th rank with +1000 odds. Aside from his stint in the Run For The Roses, he was also an Oaklawn Stakes superstar and a placer in Risen Star Stakes and Blue Grass Stakes.

Rushie (+1000)

This Part Day Mile Stakes winner may not have entered the Belmont and the Derby, but he’s taking the 5th spot in today’s Preakness Stakes odds ranking. Garnering at least +1000 odds, Rushie is a big favorite and might be one of the dark horses. His other accomplishments include a placement he earned in the Blue Grass Stakes and Santa Anita Derby.

Max Player (+1400)

Max Player is one of the horses who will complete his stint in this year’s Triple Crown showdown. In today’s Preakness ranking, he has the latest odds of +1400 and settling in the 6th spot. During the Belmont Stakes, he placed third while in the Kentucky Derby, he ended in 5th place. Besides that, Max Player was a current Withers Stakes titleholder and a Travers Stakes accomplisher.

Ny Traffic (+1600)

After his 8th placement in the Kentucky Derby, Ny Traffic has not yet finished making his horse racing form more colorful this year. He settles on the 7th rank for the Preakness Stakes and is a huge favorite with +1600 odds. Before making it to the Derby, he was the second placer in three notable races, which includes the Louisiana Derby, Matt Winn Stakes, and Haskell Stakes.

King Guillermo (+1800)

Trained by Juan Carlos Avila, King Guillermo is heading to Pimlico Park this October to compete in the Preakness Stakes. He’s currently earning a +1800 odds and settles at the 8th spot. Looking into his form, King Guillermo was a titleholder in the Tampa Bay Derby and a second placer at the Arkansas Derby.

Pneumatic (+1800)

Uncle Mo’s son Pneumatic will not be missing the Preakness Stakes this year. Today, he earns +1800 odds and settles on the 9th spot. He was one of the participants at the Belmont Stakes last June, where he won fourth place. Aside from that, he participated at the Matt Winn Stakes and earned the Pegasus Stakes title.

Cezanne (+1800)

Concluding the list of today’s Preakness Stakes’ huge favorite is Cezanne. He earned +1800 odds after placing fourth in the Shared Belief Stakes. Although he’s one of the few horses who made lesser accomplishments, he is a sure bet for the Black-Eyed Susans.
Takeaway

As we draw near to the end of the Triple Crown Series this year, there are many things to expect in the Preakness Stakes. All colts are heading to Pimlico Park with an impressive resume that every fan must consider. With the top ten huge Preakness Stakes favorites listed above, you can ensure that your Preakness betting comes more fun and exciting.