Guide for 2025 Kentucky Derby Betting: Preparing for the Rose-Filled Race on Saturday

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Derby Betting Guide by VSiN

Whether you're a casual Derby bettor or a hardcore fan, the VSIN Kentucky Derby Betting Guide provides valuable insights for everyone. While I'm not quite in the hardcore category, I've attended three Runs for the Roses. Witnessing the excitement of the race, walking from Churchill Downs back to downtown Louisville with $8K in hand – now that's the real thrill!

The guide offers previews of Saturday's Derby and Friday's Oaks, featuring Best Bets from Dave Tuley, Ed Sehon, Aaron Halterman, Jeremy Plonk, and Millie Ball.

Highlights from the guide include:

Mike Somich's Superfecta Guide: Learn from a fan of exotic wagering as he takes you through his handicapping process for the Derby Superfecta (1-2-3-4).
Custom Superfectas for various budgets (low, medium, and high).
The average Kentucky Derby Superfecta has returned $.51M over the last 10 years, with a massive high of $321,500 for a $1 wager (in 2020 when Rich Strike upset the odds).
A suggestion to not overlook the "also-eligible" horse (#21 Baeza) if it scratches and draws in, as what happened in 2022 when Rich Strike won at 80-1.

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VSIN will provide special Derby coverage all week, including a YouTube-only edition of VSiN At The Track with Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman on Friday at 2:10 pm ET, followed by a Derby-themed show on Saturday (4-8 pm ET).

Tonight's NBA Action

Two NBA series could come to an end tonight:

Game 5: Warriors (+4) at Rockets (1-3), 7:30 ET, TNT

Game 5: Timberwolves (+6) at Lakers (1-3), 10 ET, TNT

Zach Cohen's Best Bets and Steve Makinen's Analytics Report will be available later this morning. Stay tuned for today's entries in the VSIN KillerSports NBA Playoff Challenge.

Tonight's NHL Matchups

Two of three series tonight could end:

Game 5: Canadiens (+165) at Capitals (-185, 3-1), 7 ET, ESPN

Game 5: Panthers (-106) at Lightning (-106, 1-3), 7:30 ET, ESPN2

Game 5: Blues (+150) at Jets (-168, 2-2), 9:30 ET, ESPN

Jonathan Davis' Best Bets for tonight's games will be available later this morning.

Today's MLB Picks

Greg Peterson, Steve Makinen, Adam Burke, and Josh Appelbaum have already shared their top plays for today.

Find our daily matchup page for more detailed analysis.

Quick Hits

Golf: Wes Reynolds provides handicapping insights for the current Byron Nelson Classic. Tune into the Long Shots podcast to learn more from Wes, Kelley Bydlon, and Matt Brown.

Derby Betting Guide Enrichment Data:

Detailed profiles, recent performances, and form analyses of the participating horses

Post position analysis, considering its impact on a horse's chances and strategies

Advice on the odds, value bets, and potential longshots offering impressive returns

Expert picks and predictions from top horse racing handicappers

Discussions on various betting strategies, such as win-place-show bets, exactas, trifectas, or other exotic bets

The thrill of horse-racing can be amplified with valuable insights, as seen in the VSIN Kentucky Derby Betting Guide, where experts like Dave Tuley, Ed Sehon, and Millie Ball offer their Best Bets.
In the Derby Superfecta, learning from a pro like Mike Somich could provide an edge, as he guides users through his handicapping process for the Derby Superfecta (1-2-3-4).
The average Kentucky Derby Superfecta has returned a substantial amount over the last 10 years, with a record high of $321,500 for a $1 wager.
Derby betting isn't just for hardcore fans; the guide caters to everyone, including casual bettors seeking to understand exotic wagers like the Superfecta.