Brooks Fields Mile Stakes 2025 – Race Preview & Analysis
Date: June 28, 2025
Track: Canterbury Park
Race: Race 4
Distance: 1 Mile (Turf)
Purse: $50,000
Eligibility: 3-Year-Olds & Up
Contenders Breakdown
1. Kennebec
Pedigree: Lookin At Lucky – Thisdanseistaken
Trainer: Jose Silva Jr.
Jockey: Fausto Henrique Da Silva
Form: 1212121
Analysis: The class of the field. A 7-year-old gelding with a 45% win rate and 83% in-the-money finishes. Dominated this same group last out and draws the rail again. Tactical speed and a strong late kick make him the one to beat.
2. Fearless Soldier
Pedigree: City of Light – Hessie’s Girl
Trainer: Jose Silva Jr.
Jockey: Daniel P. Vergara
Form: 975113
Analysis: Stablemate to Kennebec with a solid 29% win rate. City of Light progeny are known for versatility. Closed well last time but couldn’t get past Kennebec. Needs a pace meltdown to turn the tables.
3. Half Brother
Pedigree: Half Ours – Dana’s Lucky Lady
Trainer: Gary M. Scherer
Jockey: Erica M. Murray
Form: 11341-4
Analysis: Lightly raced 5-year-old gelding with a strong 83% in-the-money rate. May need a perfect trip to contend, but has shown flashes of talent.
4. Drama Chorus
Pedigree: Big Drama – Missmollybygolly
Trainer: Tim P. Padilla
Jockey: Alonso Quinonez
Form: 1-40416
Analysis: Veteran 8-year-old with 5 career wins. Inconsistent form but capable of a surprise if he gets loose on the lead. Big Drama adds early speed influence.
5. Tonka Warrior
Pedigree: Cupid – Gottah Penny
Trainer: McLean Robertson
Jockey: Harry Hernandez
Form: 2-40552
Analysis: Consistent grinder with 4 wins and 6 seconds from 22 starts. Finished second to Kennebec last out and could be a logical exacta partner again.
6. Saline River
Pedigree: Liam’s Map – The Vapors
Trainer: Robertino Diodoro
Jockey: Constantino Roman
Form: 51-3124
Analysis: Highest-rated runner (117) with a 37% win rate. Liam’s Map adds class and stamina. Could be the upsetter if he gets a clean trip from the outside.
Top Picks:
Win Contender: Kennebec – dominant form, rail draw, top connections
Value Play: Saline River – strong figures, dangerous if overlooked
Exacta Box: Kennebec, Tonka Warrior, Saline River
