Preakness Stakes Expert Picks, Odds and News

The New England Patriots announced over the weekend that defensive tackle Christian Barmore has been diagnosed with blood clots. Barmore, who is currently receiving treatment at Mass General Brigham, does not have a specified timeline for his return to the football field.

The Texas Rangers have acquired catcher Carson Kelly from the Detroit Tigers in a trade involving two minor league prospects. The Rangers sent catching prospect Liam Hicks and right-handed pitching prospect Tyler Owens to the Tigers. This move aims to bolster the Rangers' catching position, which has been underwhelming this season.

The racing week will build to a crescendo on Saturday, with National Treasure leading a flashy field in the Grade 1, $1 million Whitney Stakes at Saratoga. This isn't the only top-level race on the schedule; the Test (G1) and Saratoga Derby Invitational (G1) also highlight a stakes-heavy weekend card that includes the Troy (G2). Del Mar will feature the Clement L. Hirsch (G1) on Saturday, while Mountaineer and Ellis Park host some of their season's most prominent races on Sunday.

As Vice President Kamala Harris prepares to announce her running mate, the recent AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research poll speculates and sheds light on potential candidates. Arizona Senator Mark Kelly emerges as a notable contender, with higher recognition and favorability among Democrats. The limitation could be that about half of Americans still don’t know him, increasing the challenges he might face if selected.

A new AP-NORC poll reveals a significant shift in Democratic sentiment following President Joe Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 race. About 8 in 10 Democrats now express satisfaction with Kamala Harris as the party's nominee, a stark contrast to the lukewarm support Biden received.