2026 Preakness Stakes horses, odds, predictions, post draw: Expert who has called 11 winners unveils picks

The 2026 Preakness Stakes is scheduled for Saturday, May 16 at Laurel Park, following the completion of the post draw on Monday. Expert handicapper Jody Demling, who has correctly predicted 11 Preakness Stakes winners, has released his picks for the race. Notable absentee Golden Tempo will not be competing after being left out of the field following the post draw.