After falling just a nose short of victory in the UAE Derby (G2), Heart of Honor bypassed the Kentucky Derby to target the 150th running of the Preakness Stakes. 

Following a rough outing in the Kentucky Derby, American Promise heads to the 150th Preakness Stakes looking for a better trip and a chance to show his true form. The son of Justify showed early speed in the Derby before traffic trouble derailed his chances. 

The spotlight is back on Journalism as he prepares to headline the 150th Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course. Coming off a runner-up finish in the Kentucky Derby, the son of Curlin returns just two weeks later in pursuit of redemption. 

Trainer Bob Baffert is rolling the dice with a surprise contender for the 2025 Preakness Stakes, Goal Oriented.

In horse racing betting, few moments influence Preakness Stakes odds as much as the post position draw. While the morning-line odds reflect a horse’s past performances and projected potential, the gate assignment can significantly tilt perceptions and shift the Preakness Stakes betting market overnight.