Trainer: Joe SharpJockey: Mike SmithOwner: Brad GradyMorning Line: 15-1How he got here: Won both the Risen Star and Louisiana Derby at Fair Grounds. Why he’ll win: He’s undefeated on the dirt in three races, and his other race was a second on the turf. He’s been working well and picks up “Big Money” Mike Smith as his jockey. Why he’ll lose: At four races, he’s very lightly raced. Brian Hernandez Jr., his regular rider, decided to ride McCraken, so that should tell you something.

Source: Los Angeles Times May 06, 2017 18:02 UTC