The San Juan County Commissioners Stakes at Sunray Park is set for Sunday, May 25, 2025, featuring a competitive field of ten horses racing 1 1/8 miles on dirt for a $75,000 purse. This stakes event has drawn a mix of seasoned veterans and emerging contenders, making for an exciting showdown.
Race Details
- Date: Sunday, May 25, 2025
- Time: 5:25 PM MT
- Location: Sunray Park, Farmington, NM
- Distance: 1 1/8 miles (Dirt)
- Grade: Unlisted Stakes
- Purse: $75,000
- Field Size: 10
Field Breakdown
1. Miss Lucky Lady (KY) – 6YO Mare
- Jockey: Kelsi Purcell
- Trainer: Jose R. Gonzalez, Sr.
- Pedigree: Constitution – My Lucky Logan (Harlan’s Holiday)
- Overview: A consistent performer with solid stamina, Miss Lucky Lady will need a strong trip to contend.
2. Corrina Corrina (NM) – 6YO Mare
- Jockey: Tracy J. Hebert
- Trainer: Gary W. Cross
- Pedigree: Mr. Trieste – Scared Money (Carson City)
- Overview: The defending champion of this race, Corrina Corrina will look to repeat her success from last year.
3. Let There Be Peace (CA) – 5YO Gelding
- Jockey: Jose L. Torres
- Trainer: Steve J. Gomez
- Pedigree: Stanford – Minster’s Adventure (Ministers Wild Cat)
- Overview: A versatile runner with solid tactical speed, Let There Be Peace could be a factor late.
4. Ham Sandwich (KY) – 4YO Gelding
- Jockey: Jose Miguel Vazquez
- Trainer: Jeffrey J. Trujillo
- Pedigree: Heart to Heart – Voodoo Lounge (Pleasant Tap)
- Overview: A lightly raced but promising contender, Ham Sandwich has shown flashes of talent.
5. Projection (KY) – 5YO Gelding
- Jockey: Alejandro Medellin
- Trainer: Steve J. Gomez
- Pedigree: Fort Larned – Hidden Nile (Pioneerof the Nile)
- Overview: A strong closer with a history of late surges, Projection could be dangerous in the stretch.
6. Ruggs (FL) – 6YO Gelding
- Jockey: Aldo Arboleda
- Trainer: Raymond G. Valerio
- Pedigree: Gun Runner – Brazen Persuasion (Indian Charlie)
- Overview: A proven stakes competitor with speed, Ruggs will likely be a pace factor.
7. Piney Bluff (KY) – 5YO Gelding
- Jockey: Jacquelyn Bobroff
- Trainer: Taurino Gutierrez
- Pedigree: California Chrome – Star of Johar (Johar)
- Overview: A well-bred runner with solid stamina, Piney Bluff could be a sleeper pick.
8. Warriors Mark (NM) – 6YO Gelding
- Jockey: Jose P. Lopez
- Trainer: Jose R. Gonzalez, Sr.
- Pedigree: Marking – Flying Humor (Distorted Humor)
- Overview: A local favorite with strong credentials, Warriors Mark has the ability to surprise.
9. Bender (KY) – 7YO Gelding
- Jockey: Francisco Amparan
- Trainer: Martin Valdez-Cabral, Jr.
- Pedigree: Curlin – Bend (Arch)
- Overview: A veteran runner with experience in longer distances, Bender could be a factor late.
10. Mine That Star (KY) – 8YO Horse
- Jockey: Enrique Portillo Gomez
- Trainer: Dick Cappellucci
- Pedigree: Pioneerof the Nile – Mining My Own (Smart Strike)
- Overview: The most experienced horse in the field, Mine That Star has the pedigree and stamina to contend.
Race Analysis & Prediction
- Pace Scenario: Expect Ruggs and Ham Sandwich to set the early pace, with Corrina Corrina and Projection tracking closely. Miss Lucky Lady and Let There Be Peace may sit mid-pack, while Mine That Star and Bender will likely close late.
- Key Matchup: The battle between Corrina Corrina and Projection will be crucial. If Projection can time his late surge effectively, he could challenge the defending champion.
- Prediction: Corrina Corrina has the experience and consistency to secure another stakes victory, but Projection could challenge late. Ruggs remains a wildcard with his speed.
