Will 'Revenge' Be Sweet?

Time for horse racing to take center stage this weekend. Just like college basketball's March Madness, everyone has an opinion on who will win the Triple Crown races, starting with tomorrow's Kentucky Derby.

The favorite at the moment: ' I Want Revenge.' There are likely many teenagers who are envious of jockey Joe Telamo, who left high school three years ago at age 16 to chase a career in the saddle. He's talented, and so apparently is the horse, winner of the Gotham Stakes and The Wood Memorial.

Keep in mind: This is the biggest showcase in racing, and 20 horses (the max) are scheduled to leave from the gate. 'I Want Revenge' leaves from Number 13, so they'll be plenty of traffic to wade through.

My pick in what's expected to be a muddy track-'Advice' at 30-1 or so as I type this. He's not considered upper tier, but maybe the best of the rest. Other possibility: 'Chocolate Candy.' Mud is a great equalizer. 10 years after a surprise with 'Charismatic', perhaps I'll strike a nice payoff tomorrow. I will NEVER forget the late, GREAT Jerry Giirard's look as 'Charismatic' grabbed the lead down the stretch!

With 16 horses in double digit odds, Saturday's exotic bets could prove fruitful. Remember: Like a night out drinking with a designated driver, please wager responsibly.