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Odds to Win the 2009 Kentucky Derby

Written by Jimmy Boyd

kentucky-derby-odds-42809 If you haven’t already, it is time to start breaking down the odds for the 2009 Kentucky Derby. In this article, I’ll discuss some of the horses to watch in the 135th running of “the most exciting two minutes in sports”. I have also listed the Kentucky Derby odds from two of the best racebooks on the web with the great promotions they are currently running.

The Favorites - I Want Revenge is currently the Derby favorite at +250 following two impressive wins at Aqueduct. Dunkirk is right behind him at +500 and was very impressive in his runner-up performance in the Florida Derby. He could be peaking at just the right time. Friesan Fire is among the favorites at +600 as well. For those who like to look at pedigree, Fire has to be your pick as he was sired by A.P. Indy, who was famously sired by 1977 Triple Crown winner Seattle Slew. The fourth horse that makes this list is Pioneer of the Nile also listed at +600. Pioneer of the Nile has a nice family tree as well with grandpa Unbridled winning the Derby in 1990. Sportsbook.com is offering a 100% win bonus on the big race.

Next in Line – In this range, we’re looking at horses like Hold Me Back (+2000), Mr. Hot Stuff (+3000), General Quarters (+1500), Papa Clem (+1500), Chocolate Candy (+1500), Advice (+2500), and Flying Private (+5000). General Quarters has the look of a horse showing solid value. He already pulled off a major upset at double digit odds in the Sam F. Davis Stakes. Papa Clem was the runner-up to Friesan Fire in the Louisiana Derby after setting the pace. He gets out fast, but has struggled with his finishing kick at times. I see the talent in Hold Me Back and he could surprise at the Derby. He didn’t run as well as expected in the Blue Grass, but had a difficult lane draw. We could see the horse that won the Lane’s End at Turfway Park in this Derby.

Rest of the Pack – I don’t think you’ll see the 2009 Derby winner coming from this list which includes Derby long shot Mine That Bird (+6000).

Bet the 2009 Kentucky Derby at Sportsbook.com and receive a 100% win bonus – I Want Revenge +250, Dunkirk +500, Pioneer of the Nile +600, Friesan Fire +600, Papa Clem +1500, Regal Ransom +1500, Chocolate Candy +1500, General Quarters +1500, Desert Party +1500, Musket Man +1800, Square Eddie +2000, Hold Me Back +2000, Advice +2500, Mr Hot Stuff +3000, West Side Bernie +3000, Win Willy +3000, Summer Bird +4000, Flying Private +5000, Mine That Bird +6000.

Bet the Kentucky Derby at BetUS and receive a $25 free play – Dunkirk +500, Pioneer of the Nile +500, I Want Revenge +300, Papa Clem +1200, Chocolate Candy +1600, Desert Party +1500, Friesan Fire +500, West Side Bernie +2500, Theregoesjojo +4500, General Quarters +2000, Win Willy +2000, Al Khali +5000, Musket Man +2000, This Ones For Phil +5000, Regal Ransom +2500, Advice +2500, Mafaaz +5000, Hold Me Back +2000.

Make sure you check out Jimmy’s additional Derby articles as race day approaches.

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