Blazing Sevens is a probable for the 2023 Preakness Stakes field behind two victories last year. The three-year-old Colt has run in many high-profile prep races, most recently the Blue Grass Stakes. While he’s come close, a 100 Brisnet speed figure (BSF) – a strong indicator of Derby success – remains elusive. Below, we’ll look at everything you need to know to bet this horse in the upcoming Preakness Stakes.
The Preakness runs Saturday, May 20 from Pimlico Race Track. Kentucky Derby winner Mage seeks the second jewel in the Triple Crown.
Blazing Sevens Preakness Stakes Profile
Record: 2-0-2 (6)
Owner: Rodeo Creek Racing, LLC
Jockey: Irad Ortiz Jr.
Trainer: Chad C. Brown
Running Style: Closer
Last race: Showed at Blue Grass Stakes (G1)
Sire/Dam: Good Magic/Trophy Girl
Post position: 7
Morning line odds: 6-1
Blazing Sevens Past Performances
| Date | Race | Length | Beyer Speed Figure | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/8/23 | Blue Grass Stakes (G1) | 1 1/8 miles | 94 | 3rd |
| 3/4/23 | Fountain of Youth (G2) | 1 1/16 miles | 64 | 8th |
| 11/4/22 | Breeders' Cup Juvenile (G1) | 1 1/16 miles | 94 | 4th |
| 10/1/22 | Champagne S. | 1 mile | 98 | 1st |
| 9/5/22 | Hopeful (G1) | 7 furlongs | 81 | 3rd |
| 7/24/22 | MSW | 6 furlongs | 88 | 1st |
The Word On Blazing Sevens
May 16: Coincidentally, Blazing Sevens will run out of Gate 7 for the Preakness. He opened at 6-1 on the morning line odds, the fourth-shortest odds in the field of eight.
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Kentucky Derby Odds 2023
Morning line odds and post draw for the Preakness Stakes can be found below.
| Post Position | Horse | Jockey | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | National Treasure | John Velazquez | 3-1 |
| #2 | Chase the Chaos | Sheldon Russell | 30-1 |
| #3 | Mage | Javier Castellano | 4-5 |
| #4 | Coffeewithchris | Jamie Rodriguez | 20-1 |
| #5 | Red Route One | Joel Rosario | 8-1 |
| #6 | Perform | Fergal Lynch | 12-1 |
| #7 | Blazing Sevens | Irad Ortiz Jr. | 5-1 |
| SCR | First Mission | Luis Saez | SCR |
