2015 Kentucky Derby Horses Odds
Wynn Las Vegas released its first slate of Kentucky Derby 2015 Future Odds this week and installed Del Mar Futurity winner American Pharoah as the 40-1 favorite to wear roses on May 2, 2015!
- The 2015 Kentucky Derby will be the 141st running of this prestigious and historic race. For anyone unfamiliar, the Kentucky Derby consists of 3-year old Thoroughbred horses and qualifying is now.
- 2015 Kentucky Derby Odds: Dortmund Closing Gap On American Pharoah. One of four Todd Pletcher-trained horses in this year’s Derby. Itsaknockout is at 33-1 on the Kentucky Derby odds.
2014 Vegas odds on the 140th Kentucky Derby got the Triple Crown of thoroughbred horse racing started with a win by the favorite. California Chrome finished 1 3/4 lengths ahead of 37 to 1 sleeper Commanding Curve, who nearly shocked the horse.
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American Pharoah is trained by Bob Baffert and owned by Zayat Stables, who paired up in 2009 to campaign the colt's sire, Pioneerof the Nile. Pioneerof the Nile finished second in the Kentucky Derby that year to legendary longshot Mine That Bird. American Pharoah will make his next start in the Frontrunner on Sept. 27. After the first 3 days of betting, the colt has already dropped to 22-1 on the futures market.
In second choice to open the futures is I Spent It, the first winner for his sire, 2010 Kentucky Derby winner Super Saver. I Spent It won the Saratoga Special in dominating fashion in August before running second to another Super Saver son, Competitive Edge, in the Hopeful. I Spent It is trained by Tony Dutrow and owned by Alex and JoAnne Leiblong.He is set to run in the Breeder's Cup Juvenile on Nov. 1. His current odds are 55-1.
Opening at 60-1 is the Hopeful winner, Competitive Edge. Trained by Todd Pletcher, the colt will have every opportunity to excel on the Derby Trail, but the Breeders' Cup is likely not on his radar. He was diagnosed with a season-ending injury on Tuesday. However, if anyone can get him back to the races, it's Pletcher. This confidence is reflected in the colt's current odds, which are at 50-1. Competitive Edge is owned by Nancy Favreau, Kathy Psoinos and Michael Tabor.
The first horse to earn Kentucky Derby points, Lucky Player, opened at 60-1. The colt trained by Steve Asmussen won Churchill's Iroquois Stakes, earning the first 10 points on the Derby trail on Sept. 6. Lucky Player is a Florida-bred from the first crop by 2010 Preakness winner Lookin At Lucky.
Finally, the 'celebrity babies' of the 2015 Kentucky Derby trail also make their first appearance in a betting line: Zenyatta's colt by Bernardini, Cozmic One, and the Horse of the Year pairing of Rachel Alexandra and Curlin, Jess's Dream. Both were installed at 60-1 on the opening line, but surprisingly, both colts have drifted up to 75-1 as of today. Cozmic One recorded his first timed workout for trainer John Sherriffs on Sept. 12, though no firm plans have been announced as to his first start. Jess's Dream joined trainer Kiaran McLaughlin at Saratoga in August, but has yet to record an official workout.
All of the Kentucky Derby 2015 Future Odds can be found in this chart:
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2015 Kentucky Derby Horses Odds Winning
Beginning with the Iroquois Stakes back on September 7 of last year, horses began to qualify for spots in the Kentucky Derby, and this year's events kicked into high gear in February. This is the second year that Derby prep races, 34 in all, have been used to apply a points system to qualification in The Run For The Roses. And 16 significant races begin the Kentucky Derby Championship Series, run over the 10 weeks which proceed the Kentucky Derby beginning on February 22. Vegas odds on Kentucky Derby 2014, a $2 million guaranteed Triple Crown event held Saturday, May 3, will definitely be impacted by important Derby prep races like the Risen Star Stakes at Fair Grounds in New Orleans and the Fountain of Youth Stakes at Gulfstream Park in Florida. Cairo Prince, Honor Code, Shared Belief and Tapiture are current odds on favorites to win the 140th Kentucky Derby, with longer odds on strong horses like Samraat, Midnight Hawk and Rise Up delivering attractive wagering opportunities.
And this year's Las Vegas odds on Kentucky Derby horses definitely show the inclination to favor previous winners, as well as previous winning jockeys. Those riders and horses that have been there before and performed well, or actually won what many consider to be the greatest horse race held anywhere in the world each year, always offer pretty safe odds. The real key to having a memorable day at the betting window is to find that one horse among the field which offers long odds, but has been peeking recently. There are many likely candidates for this year's race that fit that description, and here is hoping that The Greatest 2 Minutes in Sports winds up with you sipping Mint Juleps and feeling like a winner.
Results of 140th Kentucky Derby Race on May 3, 2014
2014 Vegas odds on the 140th Kentucky Derby got the Triple Crown of thoroughbred horse racing started with a win by the favorite. California Chrome finished 1 3/4 lengths ahead of 37 to 1 sleeper Commanding Curve, who nearly shocked the horse racing world with a very strong finish. Danza, also considered one of the top pre-race favorites, finished in third, just ahead of Wicked Strong, Samraat and Dance With Fate. The field finished Ride On Curlin, Medal Count, Chitu, We Miss Artie, General a Rod, Intense Holiday, Candy Boy, Uncle Sigh, Tapiture, Harry's Holiday, Vinceremos, Wildcat Red and Vicar's In Trouble. California Chrome co-owner Steve Coburn, who bred the questionably pedigreed colt from an $8,000 mare and a $2,500 stallion, believes that '... this horse will win the Triple Crown.' Having now won his last five starts by a combined and impressive 25 lengths heading into the Preakness Stakes on May 17, California Chrome will nonetheless face serious competition in his race for Triple Crown immortality. Ride On Curlin trainer 'Bronco' Billy Gowan is one of many that are 'itching for another go' at California Chrome, and a strong field is already being compiled.
Kentucky Derby odds annually reflect the previous performances of the powerful horses, as well as the savvy jockeys who ride them. Among the most popular horse races all year, and definitely the single thoroughbred race which receives the most attention at the betting window, The Run for the Roses held each year at Churchill Downs, Kentucky sometimes surprises, but always entertains. Betting odds for Kentucky Derby action crest and fall like the galloping thoroughbreds themselves, and excellent timing by the wise bettor will ensure having a chance at the best possible payout.
As the first leg of the famous Triple Crown series of thoroughbred racing, the 1.25 mile sprint is overseen by wealthy horse owners sitting in Millionaire's Row. And the playing of 'My Old Kentucky Home' as the powerful horses enter the track is as traditional as the Mint Juleps are refreshing. Kentucky Derby current odds do not show many surprises right now, and all the horse owners, trainers and jockeys understand only too well that they must capture this coveted title to have a chance at horse racing's aforementioned Triple Crown, which include the Preakness and Belmont Stakes.
Remember that the Las Vegas odds on Kentucky Derby contestants are constantly changing, so check back frequently to see where your favorite riders and horses stand. But don't forget to claim your free bonus rewards offered by our featured sportsbooks. This provides much more bang for your bankroll, and allows you to feel like a true champion when your horse and rider come flying by in the shadows of the famous Twin Spires on their way to victory. You will feel like a winner for sifting through the ever-changing Kentucky Derby odds and spotting the eventual champion that makes this year's race your best ever.
Las Vegas Kentucky Derby Betting Odds
The following are the most current betting Odds on who will win the Kentucky Derby.
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