Preakness Stakes Betting Analysis The 2025 Preakness Stakes Jockeys: Talent, Experience, and First-Time Firepower at Pimlico   The 150th Preakness Stakes is just days away, and while much of the focus is on the 3-year-old contenders, the jockeys riding them deserve just as much attention. This year’s field features a mix of seasoned veterans, first-time starters, and rising stars.