Venue and Race Overview
The Eddie Logan Stakes is a Listed stakes race held at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California, USA. Located in the San Gabriel Valley about 13 miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles, Santa Anita is one of North America’s most iconic thoroughbred racetracks, known for its picturesque backdrop against the San Gabriel Mountains and its historic grandstand. Opened in 1934, the track features a one-mile dirt oval and a 6.5-furlong hillside turf course, with the main turf course measuring about 7/8 of a mile. The Eddie Logan Stakes honors Eddie Logan, the legendary “Foot Man” who operated a shoeshine stand at the track for over 70 years until his passing in 2009.This $100,000 race is for 3-year-olds and is contested over 1 mile on turf. It’s part of a nine-race makeup card following recent rain cancellations, highlighting Santa Anita’s Classic Meet. The event draws a competitive field of juveniles turning 3, often serving as a stepping stone to graded stakes like the Robert B. Lewis or California Derby. Expect a lively crowd with simulcast wagering available nationwide.
PostTime is set for 1:00 PM PT (4:00 PM ET). The card begins at 12:00 PM PT, with races approximately 30 minutes apart.
Expected Weather Conditions
Forecasts for Arcadia indicate sunny skies with highs reaching 63°F (17°C) and lows around 41°F (5°C). Winds will be light from the northwest at 5-10 mph, with low humidity (around 40-50%) and no precipitation expected. This should provide ideal racing conditions, though mornings could be cool and foggy, potentially dissipating by post time.
Track Conditions
Santa Anita’s turf course is known for being firm and speed-favoring when dry, with a slight bias toward inside paths in routes. Recent heavy rains led to cancellations, but with sunny weather projected, the turf should be rated firm by race day. The 1-mile distance starts from the chute, featuring a long run to the first turn, which suits tactical speed horses. If any residual moisture lingers, it could turn good or yielding, benefiting European imports with soft-ground form.
Field Analysis
The field of 7 consists of promising 3-year-olds, many with graded stakes experience from the fall juvenile circuit. All carry Lasix (L) unless noted. Morning line odds (ML) are estimated based on form, as official lines were not available at press time; actual odds will vary. Below is a detailed analysis, including post position (PP), recent finishes, jockey, trainer, and key insights.
Brigante (PP 1, ML 12/1)
Age/Sex/Color: 3-year-old colt, bay.
Sire/Dam: More Than Ready – Cheeky Charm.
Owner: Calumet Farm.
Jockey: Emisael Jaramillo (versatile rider with strong turf stats).
Trainer: Doug F. O’Neill (multiple graded winner specialist; 20% win rate with turf routers).
Weight: 120 lbs.
Recent Finishes: Debuted with a 5th-place finish at Del Mar in August 2025 over 1m turf, 3 lengths behind winner Third Beer. Has since broken maiden (exact details limited, but showed improvement in allowances). Speed figures in the low 80s.
Analysis: Rail draw helps this stalker save ground. O’Neill’s barn excels with young turfers, but Brigante faces a class test. Needs pace to close into; unproven in stakes, but could hit the board if the favorites duel early. Prefers firm turf.
Stark Contrast (PP 2, ML 2/1)
Age/Sex/Color: 3-year-old colt, bay.
Sire/Dam: Caravaggio – Catch the Eye.
Owner: Amerman Racing, LLC.
Jockey: Kazushi Kimura (rising star with 25% win rate on turf).
Trainer: Michael W. McCarthy ( Breeders’ Cup contender developer).
Weight: 122 lbs.
Recent Finishes: Runner-up in the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf (G1) in November 2025. Won the Zuma Beach S. (G3) at Santa Anita in October 2025 by 1 length over 1m turf. Broke maiden at Del Mar in September 2025; 4th on dirt debut. Speed figures consistently 95+.
Analysis: Class of the field with proven Santa Anita affinity. Inside post allows Kimura to track leaders. Versatile closer who thrives on firm turf; the one to beat if he replicates BC form. High win potential.
Iriseach (IRE) (PP 3, ML 6/1)
Age/Sex/Color: 3-year-old colt, bay.
Sire/Dam: Ubettabelieveit – Max’s Dandy.
Owner: Benowitz Family Trust et al.
Jockey: Umberto Rispoli (turf expert with precise timing).
Trainer: Philip D’Amato (top turf trainer; 22% win rate at Santa Anita).
Weight: 120 lbs.
Recent Finishes: Strong 2nd in the Cecil B. DeMille S. (G3) at Del Mar in November 2025, a neck behind Unrivaled Time. Prior form includes solid European imports; speed figures rising to mid-90s.
Analysis: Irish-bred with closing kick; D’Amato excels with Euro imports. Post 3 suits mid-pack style. Handles firm or soft; value play for exotics if pace melts down.
Unrivaled Time (PP 4, ML 3/1)
Age/Sex/Color: 3-year-old colt, bay.
Sire/Dam: Not This Time – Margot Machance.
Owner: Innergy Racing Corp.
Jockey: Diego A. Herrera (underrated with big-race upside).
Trainer: Leonard Powell (develops consistent turfers).
Weight: 122 lbs.
Recent Finishes: Won the Cecil B. DeMille S. (G3) at Del Mar in November 2025 by 3/4 length. Dominant maiden win at Santa Anita in October 2025 by 4 1/2 lengths over 1m turf. 5th on debut at Del Mar in August 2025. Speed figures 92-98.
Analysis: Chasing third straight win; Powell’s charge loves the distance. Flexible post allows tactical trip. California-bred but graded caliber; strong contender on firm turf.
Plutarch (PP 5, ML 4/1)
Age/Sex/Color: 3-year-old colt, bay.
Sire/Dam: Into Mischief – Stellar Wind.
Owner: Magnier, Tabor, Smith.
Jockey: Juan J. Hernandez (elite rider; 28% win rate at meet).
Trainer: Bob Baffert (Hall of Famer; dominates juveniles).
Weight: 120 lbs.
Recent Finishes: 3rd in the American Pharoah S. (G1) at Santa Anita in October 2025. Solid prior allowance/maidens; speed figures in high 80s to low 90s on dirt/turf switch.
Analysis: Baffert’s blueblood pedigree shines; Hernandez adds class. Mid-post suits pressing style. Turf transition intriguing; could peak here on firm ground.
Caro Buono (FR) (PP 6, ML 10/1)
Age/Sex/Color: 3-year-old colt, bay.
Sire/Dam: Zelzal – Cherie Good.
Owner: Michael House.
Jockey: Armando Ayuso (emerging talent).
Trainer: Leonard Powell (see Unrivaled Time; barnmate).
Weight: 118 lbs.
Recent Finishes: 5th in the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance S. in late 2025. Won debut in France at Chantilly in May 2025 over 5f. Adjusting to U.S.; speed figures mid-80s.
Analysis: French import with light weight advantage. Powell duo could control pace. Wide post a challenge; best on soft turf, but adaptable.
Third Beer (PP 7, ML 5/1)
Age/Sex/Color: 3-year-old colt, bay.
Sire/Dam: Mendelssohn – Siqueira.
Owner: Phil Lebherz.
Jockey: Hector Isaac Berrios (aggressive frontrunner rider).
Trainer: Tim Yakteen (ex-Baffert assistant; solid with turfers).
Weight: 120 lbs.
Recent Finishes: Won the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance S. in late 2025. 2nd in Zuma Beach S. (G3) in October 2025. Won debut at Del Mar in August 2025 over 1m turf. Speed figures 90-95.
Analysis: Consistent stakes performer; Yakteen’s charge wires fields. Outside post may force early move. Loves firm turf; live if uncontested up front.
