Pimlico Race 13
5 - Exaggerator
The script is flipped. The Nyquist, Exaggerator duel will finally go to the latter. The Preakness field is FULL of speed, and the best closer is Exaggerator. He brings the highest speed figures, behind Nquist, to the table and has proven he loves the mud at Santa Anita. The Desormeaux brothers are a family favorite and will truly get the best trip in Baltimore today. This three-year-old colt may not be better overall than the race favorite, but today he will prove best. The Preakness Stakes will be won by an off-the-pace runner and Exaggerator is the strongest of the trio (Cherry Wine, Fellowship). He should get a fast pace to chase, has the pedigree to take the route of ground on a wet track, and is our best bet to win the Preakness Stakes.