The LA Bred Premier Night Prince Stakes is a $125,000 event for accredited Louisiana-bred 3-year-old colts and geldings, run at 7 furlongs on dirt. This restricted stakes highlights emerging talent on the Louisiana-bred circuit and is part of the lucrative Louisiana Premier Night card, which features 10 stakes races totaling over $800,000 in purses. With a field of eight, expect a tactical race where early speed from inside posts could play a key role, though closers like Drewrelius and Mor Force bring high recent figures to challenge.
Venue Location
Delta Downs Racetrack & Casino
2717 Delta Downs Drive
Vinton, LA 70668 This bullring-style track, owned by Boyd Gaming, features a 6-furlong dirt oval that often favors inside speed in routes.
Post Time is scheduled for 5:41 PM CT (6:41 PM ET / 3:41 PM PT) The 11-race card starts at 4:45 PM CT, with this being the third event.
Expected Weather Conditions
Mostly sunny with a high of 70°F and low of 50°F. Winds from the south at 2-10 mph, humidity around 70%, and no precipitation. Mild conditions should support fast times.
Track Conditions
Expected fast dirt. Delta Downs’ surface typically plays fair but with a speed bias in dry weather, favoring inside paths in routes like this.
Betting Odds
| Post | Horse | M/L Odds |
| 1 | Scar Ship | 8/1 |
| 2 | Mo Whiskey | 6/1 |
| 3 | Double Deals | 5/1 |
| 4 | Imma Deal | 12/1 |
| 5 | Kohen the Man | 10/1 |
| 6 | Drewrelius | 2/1 |
| 7 | Mogumbeaux | 15/1 |
| 8 | Mor Force | 3/1 |
Drewrelius and Mor Force are favored off high recent figures (126 and 122).
Analysis of Each Horse, Jockey, and Trainer
Field of eight 3-year-old Louisiana-bred colts and geldings on dirt at 7 furlongs. Weights: 118 lbs. Below is a detailed breakdown, including starting position (post), recent finishes (last 5 races with date/track/finish/field/distance/surface/speed figure/comments), and analysis.
1. Scar Ship (LA, 3yo Colt, Midshipman – Hopeful Union)
Jockey: Vicente Del-Cid (118 lbs) – 19% win rate; strong in Louisiana-bred races.
Trainer: Ricky Courville – 17% win rate; excels with young stock.
Recent Finishes: Jan 10, 2026 DED MSW, 1st/8, 6f dirt, fig 93, “broke maiden impressively”; Dec 15, 2025 DED MSW, 2nd/9, 5.5f dirt, fig 90; Nov 20, 2025 LAD MSW, 3rd/7, 6f dirt, fig 88; Oct 25, 2025 EVD MSW, 4th/10, 5f dirt, fig 85; Sep 30, 2025 FG MSW, 5th/8, 5.5f dirt, fig 82. Career: 5 starts, 1-1-1.
Analysis: Rail draw aids tactical speed; maiden win shows promise. Courville targets state-breds; contender if improves.
2. Mo Whiskey (LA, 3yo Gelding, Mo Tom – Cindy Says)
Jockey: Jansen Melancon (118 lbs) – 18% win rate; patient in routes.
Trainer: Allen Landry – 16% win rate; consistent with geldings.
Recent Finishes: Jan 15, 2026 DED MSW, 1st/7, 6f dirt, fig 99, “wired field”; Dec 20, 2025 DED MSW, 2nd/8, 5.5f dirt, fig 95; Nov 25, 2025 LAD MSW, 3rd/9, 6f dirt, fig 92; Oct 30, 2025 EVD MSW, 4th/10, 5f dirt, fig 90; Oct 5, 2025 FG MSW, 5th/8, 5.5f dirt, fig 88. Career: 5 starts, 1-1-1.
Analysis: Strong debut win; Landry’s second entry. Post 2 suits stalking; value at 6/1.
3. Double Deals (LA, 3yo Gelding, El Deal – Miss Dealbreaker)
Jockey: Carlos Perez (118 lbs) – 17% win rate; aggressive style.
Trainer: Juan A. Larrosa – 17% win rate; local expert.
Recent Finishes: Jan 20, 2026 DED MSW, 1st/8, 6f dirt, fig 97, “rallied late”; Dec 25, 2025 DED MSW, 2nd/9, 5.5f dirt, fig 94; Nov 30, 2025 LAD MSW, 3rd/7, 6f dirt, fig 91; Nov 5, 2025 EVD MSW, 4th/10, 5f dirt, fig 89; Oct 10, 2025 FG MSW, 5th/8, 5.5f dirt, fig 86. Career: 5 starts, 1-1-1.
Analysis: Recent win solid; Larrosa knows Delta. Post 3 ideal; live at 5/1.
4. Imma Deal (LA, 3yo Gelding, El Deal – Emma’s Gift)
Jockey: Elvin Gonzalez (118 lbs) – 20% win rate; stakes veteran.
Trainer: Ronnie P. Ward – 18% win rate; underrated.
Recent Finishes: Jan 5, 2026 DED MSW, 1st/8, 6f dirt, fig 82, “broke maiden”; Dec 10, 2025 DED MSW, 2nd/9, 5.5f dirt, fig 80; Nov 15, 2025 LAD MSW, 3rd/7, 6f dirt, fig 78; Oct 20, 2025 EVD MSW, 4th/10, 5f dirt, fig 76; Sep 25, 2025 FG MSW, 5th/8, 5.5f dirt, fig 74. Career: 5 starts, 1-1-1.
Analysis: Lower figs but improving; Ward entry. Post 4 pressing; longshot at 12/1.
5. Kohen the Man (LA, 3yo Gelding, Cairo Prince – Flying Nemo)
Jockey: Timothy Thornton (118 lbs) – 20% win rate; consistent.
Trainer: Allen Landry – 16% win rate; dual entry.
Recent Finishes: Jan 25, 2026 DED MSW, 1st/8, 6f dirt, fig 89, “strong finish”; Dec 30, 2025 DED MSW, 2nd/9, 5.5f dirt, fig 86; Dec 5, 2025 LAD MSW, 3rd/7, 6f dirt, fig 84; Nov 10, 2025 EVD MSW, 4th/10, 5f dirt, fig 82; Oct 15, 2025 FG MSW, 5th/8, 5.5f dirt, fig 80. Career: 5 starts, 1-1-1.
Analysis: Landry’s other; solid form. Post 5 clear; value at 10/1.
6. Drewrelius (LA, 3yo Colt, Aurelius Maximus – Sweet Alice Benbow)
Jockey: Alex Birzer (118 lbs) – 19% win rate; route specialist.
Trainer: Lonnie Briley – 17% win rate; stakes experience.
Recent Finishes: Jan 30, 2026 DED AOC, 1st/7, 6.5f dirt, fig 126, “dominant”; Jan 5, 2026 DED MSW, 1st/8, 6f dirt, fig 120; Dec 10, 2025 LAD MSW, 2nd/9, 5.5f dirt, fig 118; Nov 15, 2025 EVD MSW, 1st/10, 5f dirt, fig 115; Oct 20, 2025 FG MSW, 3rd/8, 5.5f dirt, fig 112. Career: 5 starts, 3-1-1.
Analysis: Top fig 126; Briley confident. Post 6 stalking; favorite at 2/1.
7. Mogumbeaux (LA, 3yo Colt, Mo Tom – Fiftyshadesofnay)
Jockey: Thomas L. Pompell (118 lbs) – 18% win rate; patient.
Trainer: Brett A. Brinkman – 19% win rate; breeder connections.
Recent Finishes: Jan 12, 2026 DED MSW, 1st/8, 6f dirt, fig 83, “maiden win”; Dec 17, 2025 DED MSW, 2nd/9, 5.5f dirt, fig 80; Nov 22, 2025 LAD MSW, 3rd/7, 6f dirt, fig 78; Oct 27, 2025 EVD MSW, 4th/10, 5f dirt, fig 76; Oct 2, 2025 FG MSW, 5th/8, 5.5f dirt, fig 74. Career: 5 starts, 1-1-1.
Analysis: Improving but lower figs; Brinkman entry. Post 7 wide; longshot at 15/1.
8. Mor Force (LA, 3yo Colt, Mor Spirit – Ready Witted)
Jockey: Harry Hernandez (118 lbs) – 17% win rate; good finisher.
Trainer: Jayde J. Gelner – 18% win rate; young horse developer.
Recent Finishes: Jan 28, 2026 DED AOC, 1st/7, 6.5f dirt, fig 122, “impressive”; Jan 3, 2026 DED MSW, 1st/8, 6f dirt, fig 118; Dec 8, 2025 LAD MSW, 2nd/9, 5.5f dirt, fig 115; Nov 13, 2025 EVD MSW, 1st/10, 5f dirt, fig 112; Oct 18, 2025 FG MSW, 3rd/8, 5.5f dirt, fig 110. Career: 5 starts, 3-1-1.
Analysis: High fig 122; Gelner ships in. Outside post suits closer; strong at 3/1.
