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Aaron Halterman

Aaron is the head researcher and writer for the Thoroughbred Racing Dudes where he watches hundreds of races each day that prepare him to post free picks and write detailed previews on the big races. Aaron prefers analyzing jockey/trainer stats when handicapping races.

May 1, 2017; Louisville, KY, USA; Classic Empire is galloped during morning workouts at Churchill Downs. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports

Kentucky Derby 2017: Horses to bet

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May 7, 2016; Louisville, KY, USA; Horses cross the finishing line in the 7th race during the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports

Kentucky Derby 2017: Getting to know the field

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Strongchargingmaria trainer Todd Pletcher, left, and jockey Javier Castellano watch the board for the inquiry, as Strongchargemaria, with Castellano up, won the Longines Breeders' Cup Distaff at Keeneland Race Course in Lexington, Ky., on Friday, Oct. 30, 2015. (Mark Cornelison/Lexington Herald-Leader/TNS via Getty Images)

Kentucky Derby 2017: 5 people to know

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May 7, 2016; Louisville, KY, USA; Mario Gutierrez aboard Nyquist (13) leads the field and wins the 142nd running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Kentucky Derby 2017: 5 horses to know

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