With a record surpassing 10,000 wins, trainer Steve Asmussen is yet to claim victory at the Kentucky Derby. Despite the absence of contender Magnitude due to injury, he still has two colts, Tiztastic and Publisher, in contention.

The current favorite for the Derby, set for May 3, is Journalism, trained by Michael McCarthy at 3-1 odds. Following a successful previous year where Menez identified Mystik Dan as a longshot winner, you can follow his detailed insights and predictions for this year’s race at SportsLine.

Key Takeaways:

• Menez has made surprising bets, especially on Sandman who won the Arkansas Derby. However, questions about his pedigree and trainer’s past performance raise concerns.
• Menez notes the significance of selecting a horse that is expected to excel over the Derby’s distance and has identified a double-digit longshot with a remarkable finishing speed.

The Following Horses Hold Prominence:

Horse	Odds
Journalism	3-1
Sandman	8-1
Sovereignty	8-1
Rodríguez	10-1
Tiztastic	20-1
Publisher	30-1

Make sure to check out Menez’s complete recommendations and strategies for the Kentucky Derby along with the latest odds. For an in-depth analysis of preferred horses, visit SportsLine.