The Grade II bet365 Eclipse Stakes returns to Woodbine Racetrack on Saturday, May 31, 2025, featuring a competitive field of top older horses battling over 1 1/16 miles on the all-weather track for a $175,000 purse. This prestigious event is a key test for horses targeting longer-distance graded stakes later in the season.
Race Details
- Event: bet365 Eclipse Stakes (G2)
- Date: Saturday, May 31, 2025
- Time: 5:17 PM ET
- Location: Woodbine Racetrack, Toronto, Canada
- Distance: 1 1/16 Miles
- Surface: All-Weather Track
- Purse: $175,000
- Eligibility: 4-year-olds & up
Field Analysis – Horses, Jockeys, Trainers & Pedigrees
1. Possiblemente (5/1)
- Jockey: Rafael Hernandez
- Trainer: Martin Drexler
- Owner: Sport of Kings Racing Partners LLC
- Breeder: Charles Fipke
- Pedigree: Tale of Ekati – Equineline Reports – Internal Bourbon
Possiblemente has solid tactical speed and has been consistent in graded stakes races. His sire, Tale of Ekati, was a Grade 1-winning miler, making him a dangerous contender if he gets a clean trip.
2. Dataman (6/1)
- Jockey: Manuel Franco
- Trainer: H. Graham Motion
- Owner: Wertheimer Et Frere
- Breeder: Wertheimer Et Frere
- Pedigree: Tapit – Soldata
Dataman has strong closing ability, making him a major threat in the final furlong. His sire, Tapit, is known for producing elite distance runners, giving him the stamina to finish powerfully.
3. Get Smokin (8/1)
- Jockey: Sahin Civaci
- Trainer: Mark E. Casse
- Owner: Ironhorse Racing Stable LLC, BlackRidge Stables LLC, T-N-T Equine Holdings LLC, Saratoga Seven Racing Partners LLC
- Breeder: Hurstland Farm, Inc. & James Greene Jr.
- Pedigree: Get Stormy – Hookah Lady
Get Smokin is a seasoned veteran with strong front-running ability. His sire, Get Stormy, was a Grade 1-winning turf specialist, but his dam’s lineage suggests solid stamina on synthetic surfaces.
4. Cool Kiss (10/1)
- Jockey: Pietro Moran
- Trainer: Martin Drexler
- Owner: Stephen Chesney and Cory S. Hoffman
- Breeder: Phoenix Racing
- Pedigree: Kantharos – Hot Kiss
Cool Kiss has solid sprinting credentials but faces seasoned distance runners. His sire, Kantharos, was a proven sprinter, making him a potential upset candidate if he can stretch his speed.
5. Classic Mo Town (7/2)
- Jockey: Eswan Flores
- Trainer: Martin Drexler
- Owner: Bruno Schickedanz
- Breeder: John B. Penn & Sue’s Farm II, LLC
- Pedigree: Mo Town – Potra Clasica (ARG)
Classic Mo Town is a strong contender, with Mo Town’s proven stamina. He’ll likely press the pace early and could be dangerous in the stretch.
6. Stanley House (12/1)
- Jockey: Leo Salles
- Trainer: Michael P. De Paulo
- Owner: John E. and Diana L. Russell
- Breeder: Elevage II, LLC & St. Elias Stables LLC
- Pedigree: Army Mule – Stormy’s Song
Stanley House has solid synthetic credentials but needs a perfect trip to contend. Expect him to track the leaders before making a late bid.
7. Webslinger (4/1)
- Jockey: Patrick Husbands
- Trainer: Mark E. Casse
- Owner: D. J. Stable LLC
- Breeder: Kenneth L. Ramsey & Sarah K. Ramsey
- Pedigree: Constitution – Arana
Webslinger has strong closing ability, making him a dangerous late runner. He’ll need a fast pace upfront to maximize his chances.
8. Dancin in Da’nile (15/1)
- Jockey: Jose Luis Campos
- Trainer: Gail Cox
- Owner: Ralph R. Murray, John Menary, Gail Cox, and Michael Balaz
- Breeder: Sam-Son Farm
- Pedigree: Pioneerof the Nile – Dance Again
Dancin in Da’nile has solid synthetic sprinting credentials, but he’ll need ideal race conditions to contend against stronger competition.
Race Strategy & Predictions
Likely Race Scenario
- Get Smokin and Classic Mo Town will likely set the early pace, pushing the field into a fast opening quarter.
- Webslinger and Dataman will likely stalk the leaders, waiting for an opportunity to strike.
- Stanley House and Dancin in Da’nile could close late, especially if the frontrunners tire.
Predicted Finish
- Webslinger – Tactical speed makes him the likely winner.
- Dataman – Late acceleration keeps him in contention.
- Classic Mo Town – Early pace could hold up for a top-three finish.
- Get Smokin – Experience at Woodbine could secure a top-four finish.
- Stanley House – Could surprise if the pace collapses.
Best Bets
- Win Bet: Webslinger (4/1)
- Exacta Box: Webslinger / Dataman / Classic Mo Town
- Trifecta: Webslinger / Dataman / Get Smokin
