Woody Stephens Stakes Odds and Picks: Crude Velocity Tops a Strong Field

Woody Stephens distance plays to Englishman more than Crude Velocity

Something had to give when undefeated speedsters Crude Velocity and Englishman met in the Grade 2 Pat Day Mile. Crude Velocity remained perfect by registering a comfortable victory over pacesetting Englishman. The pair will square off again Saturday at Saratoga while turning back to seven furlongs in the $500,000 Woody Stephens.

Woody Stephens Stakes Odds and Picks: Crude Velocity Tops a Strong Field

Speed is the most valuable trait in a thoroughbred, and Woody Stephens (1913-1998) knew how to use it. His masterful job with 1982 Belmont Stakes (G1) hero Conquistador Cielo was one of his greatest feats. $1,000 CASH BONUS Boost Your First Deposit JOIN NOW $1,000 CASH BONUS Boost Your First Deposit JOIN NOW After the brilliant colt dominated the Met Mile (G1) on Memorial Day, Stephens made the gutsy move of entering him in the Belmont five da…