Expert picks for the Kentucky Derby
The 141st running of the Kentucky Derby is sure to be another dramatic edition of "the most exciting two minutes in sports."
Who will take home the coveted garland of roses that is awarded to the three-year-old horse that wins the race?
American Pharoah is the 5-2 favorite, followed by unbeaten Dortmund. But the 20-horse field at Churchill Downs will be loaded with others that have solid credentials.
Here are our expert picks:
Jennie Rees, The Courier Journal – Dortmund
Tim Sullivan, The Courier Journal – American Pharoah
Todd Schrupp, TVG Network -- American Pharoah
Simon Bray, TVG Network -- American Pharoah.
Scott Hazelton, TVG Network, American Pharoah
Frank Angst, The Blood-Horse – Dortmund
Tim Wilkin, Albany Times Union – Dortmund
Ed McNamara, Newsday – Frosted
Chuck Culpepper, Washington Post – Dortmund
Gary Mihoces, Paste BN Sports – Carpe Diem