The early Preakness (gr. I) wagering is no surprise, with Big Brown an overwhelming favorite. The winner of the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) is the heavy 1-9 choice to win the Preakness and have a shot at the Triple Crown three weeks later.
The horses and odds, in post position order:
Macho Again, 45-1
Tres Borrachos, 50-1
Icabad Crane, 24-1
Yankee Bravo, 25-1
Racecar Rhapsody, 30-1
Big Brown, 1-9
Kentucky Bear, 16-1
Stevil, 45-1
Riley Tucker, 35-1
Giant Moon, 45-1
Gayego, 11-1
Hey Byrn, 30-1
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