2026 Preakness Stakes horses, odds, time, predictions: Expert who hit 11 winners reveals horse racing picks
The 2026 Preakness Stakes is set to take place on May 16 at Laurel Park, featuring several contenders from the Kentucky Derby. Notably, Derby champion Golden Tempo will not participate, leaving Iron Honor as the narrow favorite. Expert Jody Demling, who has a strong track record in predicting race outcomes, shares his insights and betting picks for the event.
- ▪The Preakness Stakes will occur at 7:01 p.m. ET on May 16, 2026.
- ▪Iron Honor is the favorite with odds of 9-2 in a competitive field.
- ▪Expert Jody Demling has accurately predicted 11 Preakness winners in the past.
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2026 Preakness Stakes horses, odds, time, predictions: Expert who hit 11 winners reveals horse racing picks Jody Demling, who has called 11 Preakness winners, reveals his 2026 Preakness Stakes horse race picks for Saturday, May 16 at Laurel Park with Golden Tempo not in the field By Ross Kelly May 16, 2026 at 6:29 pm ET • 3 min read Imagn Images Post positions are set for the Preakness Stakes 2026, and several Kentucky Derby runners are back for another shot at glory at Laurel Park. Ocelli (third in the Derby) and Incredibolt (sixth) are among the strongest 2026 Preakness Stakes contenders as Derby champion Golden Tempo passed on this race to prepare for Belmont. The 2026 Preakness Stakes is scheduled for Saturday at 7:01 p.m.
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