Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan competing in the Preakness Stakes

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Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan competes in the 149th running of the Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course as the first Triple Crown winner since 2018 is on the line. Trainer Bob Baffert seeks his record-extending ninth win at the Preakness.

Key Points

  • Mystik Dan ridden by jockey Brian Hernandez Jr. with high hopes
  • Bob Baffert's return to Triple Crown races with Imagination
  • Excitement around the Preakness Stakes field and odds

Pros

  • Exciting opportunity for Mystik Dan to become the first Triple Crown winner since 2018
  • Bob Baffert aiming for his record-extending ninth win at the Preakness

Cons

  • Muth, the early favorite, ruled out of the Preakness due to high fever