Kentucky Derby Racing Dudes Kentucky Derby Rankings 2/26/20: Dennis’ Moment Back this Week for Fountain of Youth February 26, 2020 Coady Photography Kentucky Derby Racing Dudes Kentucky Derby Rankings 2/26/20: Dennis’ Moment Back this Week for Fountain of Youth February 26, 2020 By: Aaron Halterman twitterfacebooklinkedinemail Share: share on facebook share on twitter share on linkedin email this article Welcome to the 2020 Kentucky Derby Rankings! Each week leading up to the race, we will provide our Top 20 Kentucky Derby Prospects, as well as updates with the latest news on each horse. You can also visit our Kentucky Derby page for loads of information, including the latest news, rankings, prep race schedules, the Kentucky Derby point standings, and much more! Here is our fourth set of Kentucky Derby Rankings for the 2020 season: ( Content Continues Below Ad ) 1. Tiz the Law Derby Points/Rank: 22 – 5th Race Record: (4) 3-0-1 Earnings: $498,900 Breeding: Constitution – Tizfiz (Tiznow) Owner: Sackatoga Stable Trainer: Barcaly Tagg Last Race: 1st, Holy Bull Stakes (G3) at Gulfstream Park Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Magic Mike Analysis: We’ll stick with him on top in our latest 2020 Kentucky Derby Rankings. His Holy Bull Stakes (G3) win was ultra-impressive. He showed a quick burst of speed, a must-have for a horse to win the Derby. He also has room for improvement off of that effort, making him pretty dangerous moving forward. 2. Nadal Derby Points/Rank: 0 – NR Race Record: (2) 2-0-0 Earnings: $153,000 Breeding: Blame – Ascending Angel (Pulpit) Owner: George Bolton, Arthur Hoyeau, Barry Lipman, and Mark Mathiesen Trainer: Bob Baffert Last Race: 1st, San Vicente Stakes (G2) at Santa Anita Park Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Paul “Free Beers” Withrow Analysis: His San Vicente Stakes (G2) performance was impressive. He went fast early, was pressed while being on the inside, yet was still able to fend off all challengers. His distance pedigree will be put to the test next time out in the Rebel Stakes (G2) at Oaklawn Park. 3. Authentic Derby Points/Rank: 10 – 21st Race Record: (2) 2-0-0 Earnings: $91,200 Breeding: Into Mischief – Flawless (Mr. Greeley) Owner: SF Racing LLC, Starlight Racing, Madaket Stables LLC, Frederick Hertrich, John Fielding, and Golconda Stabels Trainer: Bob Baffert Last Race: 1st, Sham Stakes (G3) at Santa Anita Park Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Aaron Halterman Analysis: His breeding might be questionable for the Derby and he was very green in the stretch of the Sham Stakes (G3), but the talent that he put on display in that race was hard to ignore. There is no doubt that he will need to mature a bit, but at this point in the season, many horses have the same issues. 4. Thousand Words Derby Points/Rank: 20 – 7th Race Record: (3) 3-0-0 Earnings: $211,000 Breeding: Pioneerof the Nile – Pomeroys Pistol (Pomeroy) Owner: Albaugh Family Stables LLC and Spendthrift Farm LLC Trainer: Bob Baffert Last Race: 1st, Robert B. Lewis Stakes (G3) at Santa Anita Park Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Paul “Free Beers” Withrow Analysis: We haven’t seen a lot of flash from him, yet he has been nothing but solid in three straight efforts. He is more of a grinder who really seems to like getting into a fight and winning. He needs to progress from a speed figure standpoint, though. 5. Maxfield Derby Points/Rank: 10 – 15th Race Record: (2) 2-0-0 Earnings: $354,412 Breeding: Street Sense – Velvety (Bernardini) Owner: Godolphin, LLC Trainer: Brendan Walsh Last Race: 1st, Breeders Futurity (G1) at Keeneland Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Jared Welch Analysis: This colt was extremely solid as a 2-year-old, which made people excited about his chances in big races this year. Good news came on February 17 when the colt got back on the workout tab for the first time in 2020. We’ll have more on him once we hear where he’s pointing for his seasonal debut. 6. Dennis’ Moment Derby Points/Rank: 10 – 19th Race Record: (4) 2-0-0 Earnings: $167,800 Breeding: Tiznow – Transplendid (Elusive Quality) Owner: Albaugh Family Stables LLC Trainer: Dale Romans Last Race: 8th, Breeders’ Cup Juvenile (G1) at Santa Anita Park Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Brandon “B$” Bauer Analysis: After a highly disappointing Breeders’ Cup Juvenile (G1) effort, he’s back and ready for redemption this year. He’s currently working well at Gulfstream Park as he kicks off his 2020 campaign this weekend in the Fountain of Youth Stakes (G2). 7. Sole Volante Derby Points/Rank: 10 – 17th Race Record: (4) 3-0-1 Earnings: $196,310 Breeding: Karakontie – Light Blow (Kingmambo) Owner: Reeves Thoroughbred Racing, Andie Biancone, and Limelight Stable Corp. Trainer: Patrick Biancone Last Race: 1st, Sam F. Davis Stakes (G3) at Tampa Bay Downs Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Real Dynasty Analysis: He burst onto the scene with an impressive win in the Sam F. Davis Stakes (G3) at Tampa Bay Downs. After a hot pace, he was able to close strongly with a multiple-length victory. He should love going longer as well; his pedigree screams distance. 8. Enforceable Derby Points/Rank: 33 – 3rd Race Record: (8) 2-2-2 Earnings: $347,150 Breeding: Tapit – Justwhistledixie (Dixie Union) Owner: John Oxley Trainer: Mark Casse Last Race: 2nd, Risen Star Stakes (G2) at Fair Grounds Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Magic Mike Analysis: The speed bias really hurt his chances in the Risen Star Stakes (G2); however, he was still able to get up for second in that spot. He has stamped himself as a legitimate Kentucky Derby contender after both of his 3-year-old efforts. The only issue might be his running style; it’s difficult to win the Derby as a closer. 9. Silver Prospector Derby Points/Rank: 21 – 6th Race Record: (8) 3-0-2 Earnings: $713,051 Breeding: Declaration of War – Tap Softly (Tapit) Owner: Ed Orr and Susie Orr Trainer: Steve Asmussen Last Race: 1st, Southwest Stakes (G2) at Oaklawn Park Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Brandon “B$” Bauer Analysis: This colt arrived on the 3-year-old scene in a major way, winning the Southwest Stakes (G3) at Oaklawn Park. The way in which he sat patiently inside of horses was impressive and his turn of foot down the lane was eye-catching. He could be developing into a really nice colt. 10. Charlatan Derby Points/Rank: 0 – NR Race Record: (1) 1-0-0 Earnings: $33,000 Breeding: Speightstown – Authenticity (Quiet American) Owner: SF Racing LLC, Starlight Racing, Madaket Stables LLC, Stonestreet Stables LLC, Frederick Hertrich, John Fielding, and Golconda Stables Trainer: Bob Baffert Last Race: 1st, Maiden Special Weight at Santa Anita Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Mike “Saratoga Slim” Spector Analysis: His hype train is already insane. We’ll debut him at 11 after his ultra-impressive debut that earned him a 105 Beyer speed figure. His pedigree is questionable for the Kentucky Derby distance, though, and it’s really surprising that we hadn’t heard about him before his debut. That’s rare for Baffert, who usually tips his hand with his top runners. Still, there is no doubt this horse is a very exciting prospect. ( Content Continues Below Ad ) 11. Gouverneur Morris Derby Points/Rank: 4 – 32nd Race Record: (3) 2-1-0 Earnings: $161,500 Breeding: Constitution – Addison Run (Unbridled’s Song) Owner: Team Valor International and WinStar Farm LLC Trainer: Todd Pletcher Last Race: 1st, Allowance Race at Tampa Bay Downs Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Dan “Wise Dan” Waite Analysis: This horse has always had a lot of hype, which he backed up with a nice win at Tampa Bay Downs against allowance company. He’ll head for a stakes race next, where we will get a true read on his talents. 12. Independence Hall Derby Points/Rank: 14 – 9th Race Record: (4) 3-1-0 Earnings: $250,000 Breeding: Constitution – Kalahari Cat (Cape Town) Owner: Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners, Twin Creeks Racing Stables LLC, Kathleen Verratti, and Robert Verratti Trainer: Michael Trombetta Last Race: 2nd, Sam F. Davis Stakes (G3) at Tampa Bay Downs Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Aaron Halterman Analysis: His Sam F. Davis Stakes (G3) effort was not terrible. He drafted right behind a very fast early pace, then got passed late by Sole Volante. It’s important to note that he was well clear of third in that race. He’s a solid horse, though perhaps that race raised some distance concerns. 13. Honor A. P. Derby Points/Rank: 0 – NR Race Record: (2) 1-1-0 Earnings: $42,200 Breeding: Honor Code – Hollywood Story (Wild Rush) Owner: C R K Stable LLC Trainer: John Shirreffs Last Race: 1st, Maiden Special Weight at Santa Anita Park Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Jon White and Ryan Stillman Analysis: As far as talent goes, this horse has a right to be ranked extremely high, but injuries keep setting him back. He’s slated to make his 2020 debut in the San Felipe Stakes (G2). 14. Basin Derby Points/Rank: 0 – NR Race Record: (3) 2-1-0 Earnings: $261,000 Breeding: Liam’s Map – Appenzell (Johannesburg) Owner: Jackpot Farm Trainer: Steve Asmussen Last Race: 1st, Hopeful Stakes (G1) at Saratoga Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Jon White and Ryan Stillman Analysis: He was impressive as a 2-year-old, winning the Hopeful Stakes (G1) at Saratoga, but an injury cost him the rest of the season. He’s back working and has the Rebel Stakes (G2) at Oaklawn Park as his first goal. 15. Mr. Monomoy Derby Points/Rank: 52 – 1st Race Record: (5) 2-1-1 Earnings: $327,162 Breeding: Palace Malice – Drumette (Henry Hughes) Owner: Madaket Stables LLC, Michael Dubb, and Doheny Racing LLC Trainer: Brad Cox Last Race: 1st, Risen Star Stakes (G2) at Fair Grounds Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Real Dynasty Analysis: A wire to wire victory in the Risen Star Stakes (G2) secured this colt’s spot in the Kentucky Derby. The race’s 1 1/8-mile distance seemed to be a major question mark, but he successfully held off all challengers in the final furlong. 16. Storm the Court Derby Points/Rank: 22 – 4th Race Record: (5) 2-0-1 Earnings: $1,184,951 Breeding: Court Vision – My Tejana Storm (Tejano Run) Owner: Exline-Border Racing LLC, David Bernsen, Susanna Wilson, and Dan Hudock Trainer: Peter Eurton Last Race: 4th, San Vicente Stakes (G2) at Santa Anita Park Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Jon White and Ryan Stillman Analysis: Most people were not surprised by his dull effort in the San Vicente Stakes (G2), as it was meant more about just getting him started in 2020. Expect him to be better next time out, though we still have major questions about his talent level. 17. Max Player Derby Points/Rank: 10 – 20th Race Record: (3) 2-1-0 Earnings: $173,500 Breeding: Honor Code – Fools in Love (Not For Love) Owner: George Hall Trainer: Linda Rice Last Race: 1st, Withers Stakes (G3) at Aqueduct Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Dan “Wise Dan” Waite Analysis: The Withers Stakes (G3) winner is now on the Kentucky Derby scene, even though the race wasn’t all that fast. Still, his pedigree is solid, and he did show a nice closing kick. 18. Modernist Derby Points/Rank: 50 – 2nd Race Record: (4) 2-0-1 Earnings: $288,800 Breeding: Uncle Mo – Symbolic Gesture (Bernardini) Owner: Pam and Martin Wygood Trainer: Bill Mott Last Race: 1st, Risen Star Stakes (G2) at Fair Grounds Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Magic Mike Analysis: The upset winner of Division 2 of the Risen Star Stakes (G2) stamped himself a ticket to the Kentucky Derby with that victory. However, the speed figure came back extremely low, so he still has plenty of improving to do next time out. 19. Three Technique Derby Points/Rank: 4 – 36th Race Record: (5) 2-3-0 Earnings: $154,750 Breeding: Mr Speaker – Nite in Rome (Harlan’s Holiday) Owner: August Dawn Farm Trainer: Jeremiah Englehart Last Race: 2nd, Smarty Jones Stakes at Oaklawn Park Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: Mike “Saratoga Slim” Spector Analysis: He was really up against it in the Smarty Jones Stakes, having no pace to run into and with a short Oaklawn Park stretch. It’ll be interesting to see how he runs in longer races with different pace dynamics. 20. Cafe Pharoah Derby Points/Rank: 0 – NR Race Record: (2) 2-0-0 Earnings: $237,059 Breeding: American Pharoah – Mary’s Follies (More Than Ready) Owner: Koichi Nishikawa Trainer: N. Hori Last Race: 1st, Hyacinth Stakes at Tokyo Racecourse Racing Dudes Fantasy League Owner: NONE Analysis: We might as well add a little Japanese flavor to the mix, especially since this is a son of American Pharoah. This is most likely Japan’s best dirt horse, so if he want to come over for the this race he should be able to qualify with their series of races.
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