Bodog.com's Preakness Stakes 2009 has the winner of the Kentucky Derby, Mine that Bird, listed at 11 to 2 odds. Things get even worse for Mine That Bird and his trainer Chip Woolley, Jr. The jockey that drove the horse to the victory line at the Kentucky Derby, Calvin Borel, will be riding a different horse. Prior to the the Kentucky Derby, Borel was under contract to ride Rachel Alexandra and regardless of winning the Derby with Mine That Bird, is honoring his commitment.
Replacing Borel will be veteran rider Mide Smith. Smith has one the 2005 Kentucky Derby.
The race is lining up to be an exciting event with many sub-stories. Be sure to watch today at 4:30ET, broadcast live on ABC.