13. Malagacy
Derby Points/Rank: 50 – 13th
Race Record: (4) 3-0-0
Earnings: $616,800
Breeding: Shakleford – Classiest Gem
Owner: Sumaya U.S. Stables
Trainer: Todd Pletcher
Last Race: Grade 1 Arkansas Derby at Oaklawn Park, Finished 5th
Analysis: Ran very well from the outside post in the Arkansas Derby finishing fifth, and he probably would have hit the board if he didn’t have a wide trip. However, there is still very little doubt in my mind that he is better going one turn, so I’m not thrilled about him running in the Kentucky Derby.