Date: Friday, July 4, 2025
Track: Harrah’s Columbus Nebraska – Columbus, NE
Race: Race 6 | Distance: 6 Furlongs (Dirt)
Purse: $17,500
Eligibility: 3-Year-Olds & Up | Weight: 121–125 lbs
Post Time: 7:30 PM CT
Race Overview
The Denny Hall Stakes is a featured Independence Day sprint at Harrah’s Columbus, drawing a competitive field of seven older horses. With a mix of local speedsters, seasoned veterans, and proven stakes performers, this six-furlong dirt sprint promises a fast pace and a thrilling finish. The race honors Denny Hall, a longtime Nebraska racing advocate and horseman.
Full Field Analysis
| PP | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Pedigree | Notable |
| 1 | Mo Summer (NE) | Blake Nunnally | David C. Anderson | Summer Front – Ranska (Uncle Mo) | 2nd last out; local speed threat |
| 2 | Fayette Warrior (KY) | Scott Bethke | Troy A. Bethke | Exchange Rate – Legendary Peace (Peace Rules) | 9YO veteran; tactical speed |
| 3 | Tim Tal (KY) | Chris Fackler | Wayne B. Schindler | Fast Anna – Crypto Rising Star (Cryptoclearance) | Longshot with back class |
| 4 | Verb (KY) | Travis Cunningham | David C. Anderson | Dialed In – Pajama Bottom (Include) | Consistent; 2nd last out |
| 5 | Ships Log (NE) | Belen Quinonez | Marvin A. Johnson | Midshipman – Tiz Makin Memories (Tizdejavu) | Last-out winner; improving |
| 6 | Mister Chairman (NY) | Jose Medina | Eric Ramaekers | Into Mischief – Lulu’s Number (Numerous) | Classy 7YO; top Beyers |
| 7 | Subsidize (KY) | Victor Bailon | Temple D. Rushton | Into Mischief – Diva Star (Cherokee Run) | Stakes-placed; outside draw |
Pedigree & Performance Insights
Mister Chairman (PP6)
Pedigree: By Into Mischief, out of a sprint-producing mare.
Form: Multiple stakes-placed; top speed figures in the field.
Note: Versatile runner with strong late kick; major contender.
Mo Summer (PP1)
Pedigree: Summer Front colt with turf and dirt versatility.
Form: Sharp second last out; rail draw suits his early speed.
Note: Could wire the field if left alone early.
Ships Log (PP5)
Pedigree: Midshipman gelding bred for speed and stamina.
Form: Game winner last out at this track; improving 5YO.
Note: Belen Quinonez returns; live longshot.
Value Play: Verb (PP4)
Pedigree: Dialed In gelding with a strong closing kick.
Form: Runner-up in allowance company; consistent in-the-money finishes.
Note: Could benefit from a hot pace up front.
Pace & Tactical Breakdown
Front Runners: Mo Summer, Ships Log
Stalkers: Fayette Warrior, Subsidize
Closers: Mister Chairman, Verb
Expect a fast early pace, with Mo Summer and Ships Log likely to duel early. This could set up a perfect trip for Mister Chairman or Verb to close late.
