Top horse racing expert reveals picks for 2025 Preakness Stakes horses like Journalism and Clever Again with Sovereignty and Rodriguez not running

When it comes to the Preakness Stakes, there's been winners from a variety of post positions. The No. 6 spot has resulted in the most victories at 17 total, but since the starting gate was implemented in 1909, every position has produced a winner at some point.

Without Sovereignty in the field, Journalism is instantly one of the favorites to claim the Preakness crown. Arguably the best racer in the field on May 3 despite the second place finish, the colt and trainer Michael McCarthy will have a shot at one of the most prestigious victories in the sport.