Let ‘em Run Turns Attention to The Preakness Stakes
We move ahead as we look forward to the next race in the Triple Crown series, The Preakness, on Saturday May 16th. For the first time ever, the race will be run at Laurel Park while Pimlico Race Track undergoes major renovations. This weekend, Let ’em Run will look at the late P5 at Aqueduct, which includes the Grade 2 Ruffian Stakes for fillies and mares.
Today at 12:30 pm, we will further break down the late P5 at Aqueduct after any scratches and changes, which can significantly impact the races.
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Belmont at the Big A – Saturday 5/9/26
Race 7 – 4:09 EST – The Ruffian Stakes Gr2 – 1 Mile Dirt – 200K
Going to take a swing here with local jockey Frankie Pennington on #6 Irish Maxima 5-1. Has been getting better each race since turning 5, and trainer John Servis has the screws tightened with some very solid workouts. Being #1 Prime Power and Pennington’s only mount of the day adds to the appeal. The #3 Eunomia 6-5 is one of three entrants for trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. and the likely post time favorite.
Race 8 – 4:40 EST – The Take The A Train Stakes – 6 Furlongs Outer Turf – 150K
Going to take a swing here with the #5 Alpenglow 8-1, who seems to have found her stride last time out, when breaking her maiden impressively, while under wraps. Trainer Jose D’Angelo gave her a workout on turf, and a bullet workout says she may be ready to lead them on a merry chase.
If a speed duel does break out, look for #1 One More Guitar 10-1 to pick up the pieces late. The stretch out in distance to 6 furlongs suits this 3 y.o. perfectly. I would not leave #6 Cadenza 2-1 off any tickets as the #1 Prime Power per Brisnet.com.
Race 9 – 5:11 EST – The Peter Pan Stakes Gr3 – 1 ⅛ Dirt – 200K
This is where we take a stand with the #3 Growth Equity 6-5, regardless of track conditions (they are calling for plenty of moisture this weekend in Ozone Park, NY). This runner was just a maiden winner last out, but the change to jockey Flavian Prat and the highest last race speed rating are appealing.
Race 10 – 5:43 EST – 1 1/16 Turf – ALW 88K/N1X
Jockey Kendrick Caramouche saddles up again for trainer Danny Gargan on the #5 Ramblin Wreck 6-1, and this runner will have to step up in class. The highest last race speed rating and Caramouche can get the job done.
The #3 Arkhipov 9-5 is shipping to The Big A for the 1st time for trainer Chad Brown and jockey Flavian Prat.
The #7 Golden Channel 7-2 may find the distance just right. Jockey Joel Rosario may look to put this runner on the lead and say “catch me if you can”.
Race 11 – 6:14 EST – 6 Furlongs Outer Turf – MSW 80K
Tough race to end the sequence on, and we are landing on the #9 Ice House 3-1 as the likely winner with aggressive jockey Manny Franco taking over. I like this runner even more if the race is taken off the turf.
Trainer Linda Rice has the #2 Music in Motion 4-1 ready to break his maiden in his 3rd start. Jockey Flavian Prat jumps in the saddle to ride.
P5 Play
3,4,5,6 / 1,3,5,6 / 3 / 3,5,7 / 2,9 = $36 for .50 cent base wager.
Stay Tuned for Scratches, Changes and Updated Analysis
Be sure to tune in at 12:30 pm, where we will make changes if the weather creates changes, a likely scenario. We may also take a deep dive on some other races happening this weekend.
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Don’t forget to check out Monday and Wednesday’s Brisnet.com Bro and JK Pick of the Day at 2 pm, where we have been landing winners at one select track each day.
Remember to “bet smart, cheer hard, fast horses can lead to some serious fun, and in the end Let ‘em Run”.
