Wednesday, May 12, 2004

Smarty Jones at Pimlico

Today, Smarty Jones made the trip from his home track at Philadelphia Park to Pimlico Downs. The 3 year-old arrived in Baltimore, MD, to much fanfare. 5,000 fans turned out to watch the Derby winner take a gallop in preparation for Saturday's Preakness Stakes. After the workout, Smarty Jones got a much deserved shower.

(AP photo/Gail Burton)

Smarty Jones opened up as the as the favorite for the Preakness with 8-5 odds and will be starting from the 7th post position. The Derby runner-up, Imperialism, will be going off from the 8 hole.