Race Overview
Race Name: Grande Prairie Oaks
Track: J.D.A. Raceway at Evergreen Park, Grande Prairie, Alberta
Surface: Dirt
Distance: 1 Mile
Purse: $27,500
Eligibility: Three-Year-Old Fillies
Post Time: 2:30 PM MT
Field Size: 5 runners
Wagering Options: Exactor, Triactor, Superfecta
This stakes race for sophomore fillies is a highlight of Derby Day at Evergreen Park, showcasing Alberta-bred and visiting talent with pedigrees built for stamina and speed.
Horse-by-Horse Analysis
1. No More Lies (AB)
Pedigree: Fed Biz × Tell Me Lies (by Captain Bodgit)
Trainer: Tim Rycroft
Jockey: S. Williams
Career Earnings: $84,849
Morning Line Odds: 2/1
Notes: Alberta-bred filly with strong local form and tactical speed. Fed Biz progeny often excel at middle distances. Top contender with home-track advantage.
2. Gracie’s Big Day (CA)
Pedigree: Nyquist × Cash Offer (by Shackleford)
Trainer: Laurie Ferguson
Jockey: L. Allen
Career Earnings: $110,262
Morning Line Odds: 9/5 (Favorite)
Notes: California-bred filly with extensive U.S. experience. Nyquist line adds class and versatility. Has raced at Century Mile and multiple U.S. tracks. Strong closing style makes her the one to beat.
3. Aintafraidtodream (KY)
Pedigree: Higher Power × Aintafraidofghosts (by Ghostzapper)
Trainer: J.R. Brown
Jockey: K. Carter
Morning Line Odds: 6/1
Notes: Kentucky-bred filly with a stamina-rich pedigree. Ghostzapper mares often produce late bloomers. Could surprise if pace is contested.
4. Onemorefortheroad (AB)
Pedigree: Gormley × Kiss Me Goodbye (by Kissin Kris)
Trainer: Kathy McNally
Jockey: L. Bugeaud
Morning Line Odds: 8/1
Notes: Alberta-bred filly with improving form. Gormley offspring tend to handle distance well. Local connections could help her hit the board.
5. Oki (AB)
Pedigree: Fed Biz × Doctor Britt (by Raffie’s Majesty)
Trainer: C. Mead
Jockey: T. Simpson
Morning Line Odds: 10/1
Notes: Lightly raced filly with upside. Shares sire with No More Lies. May need more seasoning but could be a longshot play in exotics.
| Position | Horse | Reasoning |
| 1st | Gracie’s Big Day | Class edge, U.S. experience, strong pedigree |
| 2nd | No More Lies | Home-track advantage, consistent form |
| 3rd | Aintafraidtodream | Stamina pedigree, potential upside |
Win Bet: Gracie’s Big Day
Exacta Box: Gracie’s Big Day / No More Lies / Aintafraidtodream
Trifecta Play: Gracie’s Big Day over No More Lies and Onemorefortheroad
Longshot to Watch: Oki – pedigree suggests potential improvement
