The field is set for the 151st “Run for the Black-Eyed Susans.” With the draw finalized this afternoon at Laurel Park, 14 horses have been assigned their post positions for the second leg of the Triple Crown. While Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo and early favorite Crude Velocity are officially on the sidelines, the race is wide open. Iron Honor (9-2) has been installed as the narrow morning-line favorite, but all eyes are on the undefeated local hero Taj Mahal (5-1) as he breaks from the rail on his home track. We have the updated printable 2026 Preakness Stakes betting sheet for you below.
Download our Free 2026 Preakness Stakes Printable Betting Sheet to track the final field, current odds, and your own personal wagers for Saturday’s race.
2026 Preakness Stakes Field & Morning Line Odds
Here is the projected lineup for the 151st Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park. Use this table to fill in your printable wager tracker. Note: Updated post-draw on May 11th, 2026
| Post | Horse | Jockey | Odds |
| 1 | Taj Mahal | Sheldon Russell | 5-1 |
| 2 | Ocelli | Tyler Gaffalione | 6-1 |
| 3 | Crupper | Junior Alvarado | 30-1 |
| 4 | Robusta | Rafael Bejarano | 30-1 |
| 5 | Talkin | Irad Ortiz Jr. | 20-1 |
| 6 | Chip Honcho | Jose Ortiz | 5-1 |
| 7 | The Hell We Did | Luis Saez | 15-1 |
| 8 | Bull By The Horns | Micah Husbands | 30-1 |
| 9 | Iron Honor | Flavien Prat | 9-2 |
| 10 | Napoleon Solo | Paco Lopez | 8-1 |
| 11 | Corona De Oro | John Velazquez | 30-1 |
| 12 | Incredibolt | Jaime Torres | 5-1 |
| 13 | Great White | Alex Achard | 15-1 |
| 14 | Pretty Boy Miah | Ricardo Santana Jr. | 15-1 |
How to Use the Preakness Wager Tracker
Our “Low-Ink” printable is designed for both casual party-goers and serious handicappers watching the action from Maryland. Here is how to make the most of it:
- Track the “Laurel Factor”: Laurel Park plays differently than Pimlico. Use the “Live Odds” column to watch if the market leans toward local horses like Taj Mahal who have experience on this specific surface.
- Organize Your Exotics: With no dominant Triple Crown favorite, the Exacta (1st & 2nd) and Trifecta (1st, 2nd, & 3rd) payouts are projected to be much higher this year. Use the dedicated rows to map out your combinations.
- Budget Your Bankroll: Keep a running tally of your total spend across the Preakness undercard to ensure you’re ready for the main event at 6:50 PM ET.
The Qualifier
Note: Crude Velocity and Silent Tactic are official scratches from the Preakness as of Monday afternoon.
- Iron Honor (9-2): Morning Line Favorite; a classic Chad Brown stalker who has been training sharply at Saratoga.
- Taj Mahal (5-1): The “Local Legend”; undefeated in three starts at Laurel Park. This is the clear “Horse for the Course.”
- Incredibolt (5-1): A rising star from the Riley Mott barn; showed massive closing speed in the Pat Day Mile.
- Chip Honcho (5-1): The “Rabbit”; an explosive frontrunner from the Steve Asmussen stable likely to dictate a blistering early pace.
- Ocelli (6-1): The “Value Play”; the longshot who nearly shocked the world in the Derby. Sentiment remains high for this gutsy runner.
- The Hell We Did (15-1): The “Sleeper”; a tactical stalker poised for a late-stretch run.
- Great White (15-1): “Redemption Arc”; looking to bounce back after a troubled, traffic-heavy trip in Louisville.
Frequently Asked Questions (2026 Preakness Betting)
Who is the favorite to win the 2026 Preakness? With the Derby winner sitting this one out, Crude Velocity is the 4-1 morning-line favorite, closely followed by the local standout Taj Mahal at 11-2.
Why is the Preakness at Laurel Park in 2026? Due to the massive, multi-year reconstruction project at Pimlico Race Course, the 2026 Preakness has been moved to Laurel Park. This is a historic temporary shift for the Middle Jewel of the Triple Crown.
What time do the 2026 Preakness betting pools close? Wagering typically closes at post time, which is approximately 6:50 PM ET on Saturday, May 16.
What is an ‘Exacta’ vs. a ‘Trifecta’? An Exacta requires you to pick the first and second-place finishers in the exact order. A Trifecta requires the top three. Given the balanced field at Laurel Park this year, these “Exotic” bets are expected to offer significant value.
Additional 2026 Triple Crown Resources
The Preakness is only the middle chapter of the 2026 Triple Crown season. Stay ahead of the field with our dedicated hubs for the first and final jewels of the crown:
- 2026 Kentucky Derby Results: Golden Tempo’s 30-1 Upset & Full Finishing Order – Relive the “Run for the Roses” and see how the 2026 field fared at Churchill Downs.
- 2026 Preakness Stakes Full Schedule: TV Times, Post Positions, and Tickets – View the complete hour-by-hour broadcast schedule for the action at Laurel Park.
- 2026 Belmont Stakes Hub: Schedule, Betting Guide, and Triple Crown Tracker – Looking ahead to the final jewel? Get early betting lines and schedule details for the Belmont.
