The Amadevil Stakes at Legacy Downs is shaping up to be an electrifying sprint, featuring a competitive field of three-year-olds and up. The race will be run over 5 ½ furlongs on dirt, with a $30,000 purse up for grabs.
Key Contenders & Analysis
1. Legend of Gold (4/1)
- Pedigree: Mor Spirit – Safety Net (by A.P. Indy)
- Jockey: C. Fackler
- Trainer: J. Wise
- Recent Form: A strong performer with consistent finishes in allowance races.
- Analysis: Has the pedigree for stamina but will need to show early speed in this sprint.
2. Phlash Drive (6/1)
- Pedigree: Cougar Cat – By the Sky (by Sky Mesa)
- Jockey: V. J. Bailon
- Trainer: D. C. Anderson
- Recent Form: A veteran sprinter with experience at this distance.
- Analysis: Could be a factor if the pace is fast early, allowing him to close late.
3. Caleb On the Go (5/1)
- Pedigree: Gold Schleiger – A Wish for My Lady (by Pikepass)
- Jockey: B. Quinonez
- Trainer: J. Wise
- Recent Form: Has shown flashes of brilliance but needs a strong break.
- Analysis: A solid contender with tactical speed, making him a potential upset candidate.
4. Ships Log (7/1)
- Pedigree: Midshipman – Tiz Makin Memories (by Tizdejavu)
- Jockey: A. B. Ramos
- Trainer: M. A. Johnson
- Recent Form: Has placed in multiple sprint races but struggles with consistency.
- Analysis: Needs a clean trip to contend with the top runners.
5. Mo Summer (9/2)
- Pedigree: Summer Front – Ranska (by Uncle Mo)
- Jockey: T. Cunningham
- Trainer: D. C. Anderson
- Recent Form: A rising contender with back-to-back wins in lower-level stakes.
- Analysis: A strong closer who could capitalize if the leaders tire late.
6. El Are Em (8/1)
- Pedigree: Flashback – Sick Love (by Where’s the Ring)
- Jockey: B. Nunnally
- Trainer: G. Thompson
- Recent Form: Has struggled against tougher competition but has raw speed.
- Analysis: Needs to break well and maintain pace to be a factor.
7. General Shipman (5/1)
- Pedigree: Midshipman – Impish (by Into Mischief)
- Jockey: J. A. Medina
- Trainer: M. N. Hibdon
- Recent Form: A consistent performer with multiple top-three finishes.
- Analysis: A reliable runner who could surprise with a strong stretch run.
Race Prediction & Betting Insights
- Top Picks: Mo Summer (9/2) and Legend of Gold (4/1) appear to be the strongest contenders based on recent form and pedigree.
- Dark Horse: Caleb On the Go (5/1) could surprise with his tactical speed.
- Potential Upset: Phlash Drive (6/1) has the experience to challenge the favorites.
