Florida Derby Betting Preview: Why Sharps Love Chief Wallabee

The Florida Derby is here! Expert handicappers Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman analyze the field and top contenders, key pace scenarios, and betting insights so you can have more fun and make smarter plays!  Don't miss their breakdowns of Chief Wallabee, Nearly, The Puma, and Commandment. Mike and Aaron discuss trip scenarios, speed dynamics, and jockey strategies to give you the edge to bet this race!  Whether you’re learning or a seasoned horseplayer, this is your guide for everything Florida Derby and having fun with the action!  Subscribe to VSiN At The Track on YouTube for weekly horse racing analysis: https://www.youtube.com/@vsinatthetrack  In This Episode:  Why the Florida Derby 2026 has four legitimate Kentucky Derby contenders  Chief Wallabee analysis: inside draw, pace scenario, and Derby upside  Commandment evaluation and distance concerns  Nearly: pace, versatility, and potential  The Puma: role in the race and realistic expectations  Other horses to watch: Albus, Wayne’s Law, Redland Rebels, Timeless Victory, Gregarious  Race Details: Florida Derby (Gr. 1) – Race 14  Track: Gulfstream Park  Date: March 28, 2026  Purse: $1,000,000  Distance & Surface: 1 1/8 Miles – Dirt  Eligibility: Three-Year-Olds  Position – Horse – Jockey:  1 – Albus (KY) – T. Gaffalione  2 – Chief Wallabee (KY) – J. Alvarado  3 – Wayne’s Law (FL) – M. Meneses  4 – Commandment (KY) – F. Prat  5 – Redland Rebels (FL) – J. Rosario  6 – Nearly (FL) – J.R. Velazquez  7 – Timeless Victory (KY) – J.E. Morelos  8 – The Puma (KY) – J. Castellano  9 – Gregarious (KY) – R. Maragh Follow the podcast for weekly expert horse racing insights, race previews, and betting strategies! Subscribe to the VSiN At The Track YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@vsinatthetrack 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinlive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive 📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more❗️   👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinliveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive Get expert betting analysis, picks, and more from VSiN:https://vsin.com/subscribe📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.