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136th Running of The Preakness Stakes

May 17, 2011 -- I have been betting the ponies since I was 11 years old and from that time, one of the main things I've heard from the many handicappers at numerous racetracks and off track betting places that I have been, is that "pace makes the race." The 136th running of The Preakness Stakes could end up being a perfect example of that old adage.

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Animal Kingdom Favored in Preakness Stakes

May 17, 2011 -- Kentucky Derby winner Animal Kingdom is going to be the morning-line favorite in Saturday's 136th running of the Preakness Stakes. The morning line is set by Pimlico oddsmaker Frank Carulli, and he went on record Monday saying that Animal Kingdom will be the favorite.

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