7. Malagacy
Derby Points/Rank: 50 – 12th
Race Record: (3) 3-0-0
Earnings: $586,800
Breeding: Shakleford – Classiest Gem
Owner: Sumaya U.S. Stables
Trainer: Todd Pletcher
Last Race: Grade 2 Rebel Stakes at Oaklawn Park, Finished 1st
Analysis: He’s heading back to Oaklawn for the Arkansas Derby this week. We’ll know much more about him after that race, but I still suspect he is more suited for one-turn races. However, much like Practical Joke, his class could carry him to the wire and at least give him a fighting chance against this lackluster crop.
