Betting on the 2006 Kentucky Derby

Betting on the 2006 Kentucky Derby is fun, convenient and often pays better than being at the track itself.  Online race books tend to offer great incentives for people to join such as rebates (percentage back on losses) and signup bonuses (up to 20% free cash on initial installments). 

Today's online race books feature convenient eCheck deposits (send money within minutes directly from your own bank account).  But if you look to be betting on the 2006 Kentucky Derby, perhaps Western Union and credit cards offer a better option for you to open a brand new online betting account or refresh a current one.

Don't forget that online race books will be offering generous odds, many of which differ from one betting site to the next.  Gambling911.com recommends opening at least three online race book accounts in order to take best advantage of value in lines (odds). 

Below you will find a wealth of articles and updated news stories pertaining to this year's Kentucky Derby.  We encourage you to bookmark this web site (save it to your favorites) if you plan to be betting on the 2006 Kentucky Derby.
 
Barbaro Wins Kentucky Derby at 5 to 1 odds going into Saturday Barbaro is the winner of the 2006 Kentucky Derby read more
Horse betting props for this year's Kentucky Derby You don't just have to bet on which horse you think will win this year's Kentucky Derby, online race books the likes of Pinnacle Sports offer a wide variety of Kentucky Derby betting propsRace starts 6:00 pm EST.  Watch for LIVE RESULTS HERE
Kentucky Derby: Cause to Believe and Point Determined show promise at nice payout odds Fox Sports released its 2006 Kentucky Derby previews and picks, with Lawyer Ron among its favorites,  but Lawyer Ron does not offer the payout odds of a Point Determined (12 to 1) or a Cause to Believe (paying 50 to 1 odds).  These were two other horses that Fox Sports highly recommended.
 

2006 Kentucky Derby: Expert says Jazil will be the winner at 30 to 1 odds With favorites Brother Derek and Lawyer Ron drawing relatively poor post positions on the outside, this Run for the Roses has the earmarks of a free-for-all.
 

Betting on the Kentucky Derby: Payouts can be lucrative So many people are betting on the Kentucky Derby because payouts can be super rewarding with a very minimal risk.  Even the favorite, Brother Derek, still pays nice odds of $300 for every $100 bet.
Kentucky Derby Picks Steve Davidowitz is an online horse and picks expert who yesterday engaged in a chat session with customers to discuss a number of the horses and potential winners of this year's Kentucky Derby, offering his own picks as well
 
Calvin Ayre on a "Churchill" Downs-ward spiral This week, like a tired old mare that has run its course, Bodog.com CEO Calvin Ayre is rumored to have gone way overboard this time.  Lots of horse play in Kentucky this week.  Read On
 
Kentucky Derby: Brother Derek 3.25 to 1 odds Online gambling sites offer better odds than the track on most occasions plus more variety including horse matchups
 
Bodog at the Kentucky Derby Bodog.com - as you probably already know - has signed an exclusive contract to sponsor Brother Derek, the current favorite for this year's Kentucky Derby.  Check out more photos from the Kentucky Derby
2006 Kentucky Derby: Small bets, big payoffs For many gamblers, Saturday’s 132nd running of the Kentucky Derby will be the most exciting two-minute period of the year. Many anticipate the race because small wagers can pay huge returns Read More Here
Kentucky Derby: Where to bet online and find the best odds With the Kentucky Derby airing this Saturday, everybody is looking for online race books where they can place bets.  Here are some great one's.
Kentucky Derby blackjack tournament?  Fun, fun Play Blackjack? Want to win some serious bucks?  The Triple Crown 24-Hour Blackjack Tournament, is only $5 to enter and there’s more than $3,000 in prizes!
Kentucky Derby post position draw announced Post position draws are so vital when it comes to the Kentucky Derby that online race books and gamblers alike wait until the announcement is made before they start posting odds and betting on them, respectively. read more

2006 Kentucky Derby: Bodog teams with Brother Derek Bodog.com announced signing of an  exclusive contract to sponsor Brother Derek, the current favorite for the 132nd running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday.

2006 Kentucky Derby: Exclusive information points to potential windfall with Steppenwolfer It's not every day a good horse pick comes around but there is a real solid pick in Steppenwolfer courtesy of the fine folks from Exactabet.  Read More
 

2006 Kentucky Derby: Bodog teams with Brother Derek Bodog.com announced signing of an  exclusive contract to sponsor Brother Derek, the current favorite for the 132nd running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday.

Kentucky Derby post position draw announced Post position draws are so vital when it comes to the Kentucky Derby that online race books and gamblers alike wait until the announcement is made before they start posting odds and betting on them, respectively. read more LIVE
Kentucky Derby draw set for Wednesday evening LIVE Post positions for Saturday's 132nd Kentucky Derby will be 5-6 EDT tonight and broadcast live on ESPN.   See where to play here
 
Kentucky Derby favorites to be announced Wednesday The winners of the six major Kentucky Derby prep races will be installed as the favorites for Saturday's 132nd edition of the Run for the Roses.  Brother Derek likely favorite.  Undefeated Barbaro, the winner of the Florida Derby, is expected to be the second choice when the post positions are drawn on Wednesday.
2006 Triple Crown odds now posted With the 132nd Kentucky Derby taking place this Saturday at Churchill Downs, a leading Internet race and sports book has released odds on “The Run for the Roses” as well as odds on any horse completing the elusive Triple Crown.
Kentucky Derby: Betting odds favor Lawyer Ron, Brother Derek and a horse called Barbaro Gary West of the Dallas-Fort Worth Star-Telegram reminds us that anything is possible with the Kentucky Derby and the payouts can be extraordinary.  This year's Kentucky Derby is no exception.  2006 Kentucky Derby horse positions determined this coming Wednesday.
 
Betting on the 2006 Kentucky Derby Brother Derek may be the favorite racing in this year's Kentucky Derby, but SweetNorthernSaint, Barbaro, SunRiver and Lawyer Ron offer great value.  Check out these Kentucky Derby predictions
Kentucky Derby: Brother Derek, Lawyer Ron the horses to beat Betting on the 2006 Kentucky Derby?  Early odds on the 2006 Kentucky Derby have two horses, Brother Derek and Lawyer Ron, both listed at 3 to 1 odds.  You might recall last year's Kentucky Derby winner was a huge underdog that paid out some pretty substantial money.  Will the same happen this year?  Most odds have been posted below. Brother Derek is owned by Cecil Peacock. Lawyer Ron is owned by The Estate of James T. Hines, Junior.  Get a full listing of 2006 Kentucky Derby Betting Odds here.
 
2006 Kentucky Derby betting props The qualifying horses may not be fully known enough to offer odds on the 2006 Kentucky Derby, but one online sportsbook, PlayersOnly.com currently listed a handful of horse betting props for the big race scheduled May 6, including whether a horse will win more than one Preakness race.
 
2006 Kentucky Derby early predictions The Bluegrass will be run this coming Saturday at Keeneland, but it is not likely the 2006 Kentucky Derby winner will come out of that race.  This past Saturday, I saw some pretty good horses making some pretty good moves and I think we will have a great Derby for the bettors, as always.  So get your BetUS.com accounts ready to fire with these great 2006 Kentucky Derby predictions.

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