Saturday, July 19
EVENT INFORMATION
Join us for Summer’s Biggest Party and the season’s biggest race!
The nation’s top 3-year-olds converge on Monmouth Park Saturday, July 19 for the $1,000,000 NYRA Bets Haskell Stakes! The day will feature five additional stakes races highlighted by the Grade 2 United Nations.
On the wagering front, play our special $400,000 Guaranteed Pick 4 (ending in the Haskell) and $300,000 Guaranteed Late Pick 5.
On the party front, dress to impress for the chance to be awarded Best Hat or Best Dressed Couple. Winners will receive a $100 bet on the Haskell.
Gates open 9am, first race 12pm. Get here early to receive your FREE commemorative Haskell Hat.
Enjoy Free Family Fun Day activities – including clowns, face painters, and pony rides – in the picnic area from 1-5pm.
Live Music from Living Proof 12-4pm.
Sign up for our FREE online handicapping contest. Players pick one horse in each race on Haskell Day and are given a mythical $2 across the board wager. The top 3 players with the highest bankrolls will receive a prize.
Dining Club Reservations:
Additional Haskell Day Dining:
Both the Summer Wind (1st floor Clubhouse trackside) and Lady’s Secret Cafe (1st floor Clubhouse walking ring side) are available for outdoor dining. No reservations. Walk-ups only.
2025 Haskell Horses to Watch
ADMIRAL DENNIS
Career Record: 7-3-0-1
Career Highlights: Finished fourth in the G1 Blue Grass two back behind Kentucky Derby runners Burnham Square and East Avenue. Won the inaugural Delaware Derby last out by over three lengths. Beyer Speed Figures continue to go in the right direction for a trainer who is no stranger to Haskell success.
Owner: Albaugh Family Stables LLC
Trainer: Brad Cox
Jockey: Luan Machado
BAEZA
Photo Credit: Susie Raisher
Career Record: 6-1-2-2
Career Highlights: Has hit the board in three straight G1’s – 2nd in the Santa Anita Derby, 3rd in the Kentucky Derby, 3rd in the Belmont Stakes. Has three consecutive triple-digit Beyer Speed Figures to boot. Topping off his impressive credentials, his half-brother (Dornoch) won last year’s Haskell.
Owner: C R K Stable LLC and Grandview Equine
Trainer: John Sherriffs
Jockey: Flavien Prat
BRACKET BUSTER
Photo Credit: Nikki Sherman
Career Record: 7-2-1-1
Career Highlights: Was second three races back in the G3 Lexington behind eventual Preakness runner-up Gosger. Bounced back in a big way over the Monmouth Park slop last out – winning the NYRA Bets Pegasus by seven lengths.
Owner: B B N Racing LLC
Trainer: Victoria Oliver
Jockey: Axel Concepcion
BURNHAM SQUARE
Photo Credit: Angelo Lieto
Career Record: 8-3-2-1
Career Highlights: Was a winner of the G3 Holy Bull and G1 Blue Grass during Derby prep season. Was a traffic-filled sixth in the Kentucky Derby before finishing 2nd behind a slow pace in last month’s Matt Winn. Could be sitting on a big one.
Owner: Whitham Thoroughbreds LLC
Trainer: Ian Wilkes
Jockey: Brian Hernandez, Jr.
EAST AVENUE
Career Record: 7-3-1-0
Career Highlights: This speedy colt got back to his winning ways last out in the G3 Matt Winn at Churchill. He’s a G1 winner at age 2 and would be a G1 winner at 3 if not for a nose defeat in the Blue Grass.
Owner: Godolphin LLC
Trainer: Brendan Walsh
Jockey: Luis Saez
GOSGER
Photo Credit: Bill Denver
Career Record: 4-2-2-0
Career Highlights: Had a five-length lead in mid-stretch of the Preakness before Journalism ran him down. Has never been worse than second in four starts including a win over Bracket Buster in the G3 Lexington.
Owner: Harvey A. Clarke Racing Stables LLC
Trainer: Brendan Walsh
Jockey: Luis Saez
JOURNALISM
Photo Credit: Bill Denver
Career Record: 8-5-2-1
Career Highlights: He won the G1 Preakness in about as dramatic fashion as you can get. Sandwiched that performance with 2nd-place finishes in the Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes behind Sovereignty. He’s danced every dance and seems to always bring his A game. Has never finished off the board and has never been worse than second around two turns.
Owner: Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners, Bridlewood Farm, Don Alberto Stable, Robert LaPenta, Elayne Stables Five, Mrs. John Magnier, Michael Tabor and Derrick Smith
Trainer: Michael McCarthy
Jockey: Umberto Rispoli
KENTUCKY OUTLAW
Photo Credit: Bill Denver
Career Record: 5-3-0-1
Career Highlights: Won the Opening Day Long Branch Stakes which is a Haskell Win & You’re In. Followed that up with a third-place finish in the Delaware Derby behind Admiral Dennis. Has been ridden by Monmouth Park leading rider Paco Lopez.
Owner: Felissa Dunn
Trainer: Felissa Dunn
Jockey: Paco Lopez
WILDNCRAZYNIGHT
Photo Credit: Equiphoto
Career Record: 10-2-3-1
Career Highlights: Was runner-up to Bracket Buster in the NYRA Bets Pegasus Stakes on Haskell Preview Day. That was his two-turn debut and resulted in a career-high Beyer Speed Figure.
Owner: Flurry Racing Stables LLC
Trainer: Dan Ward
Jockey: Isaac Castillo
TICKET INFORMATION
Admission for summer’s biggest event is just $15, and reserved seats begin at just $5. Admission and seats are available day-of or in advance at seatgeek.com/monmouth. Individual picnic tables in private areas are also available at seatgeek.com/monmouth – limited supply. Traditional public tables are available first-come, first-served Haskell Day.
SPECIAL WAGERING POOLS
$300,000 Estimated Win-Early Pick 5 (Races 1-5)
$400,000 Guaranteed Pick 4, ending in the Haskell
$300,000 Guaranteed Pick 5 (Last five races)
Haskell FAQs
When is the NYRA Bets Haskell Stakes?
The 2025 NYRA Bets Haskell Stakes is Saturday, July 19.
Ticketing Information
Tickets for the 2025 NYRA Bets Haskell are now on-sale at www.seatgeek.com/monmouth. All General Admission and reserved seating tickets are available in advance or day-of. Please note, reserved seats do not include General Admission – an additional GA purchase will be required. General admission can also be purchased day-of. For dining reservations, call 732-571-5459. Parking is FREE.
Haskell Day General Admission is $15. (Children 12 and under are free.)
Reserved section individual picnic tables are available for pre-purchase at seatgeek.com/monmouth. Frontside tables are $350, backside tables $250. All tables include General Admission and Program for eight people. All first-come, first-served tables remain free on Haskell Day.
Is There Free Seating Anywhere on Haskell Day?
Free seating is available in the picnic area, on all benches throughout the facility, and at select tables throughout the facility. If you wish to purchase reserved seating, you may do so in advance at seatgeek.com/monmouth.
Dining Room Information
Our Haskell Day Dining Club buffet is $95.
To make a reservation for the Dining Club, call 732-571-5459.
Additional Dining Information
The Summer Wind (outside 1st floor Clubhouse, trackside) and Lady’s Secret Cafe (outside 1st floor Clubhouse, paddock-side) will feature walk-up dining. No reservations.
Summer Wind will feature a $85 buffet, while Lady’s Secret will be a prix-fixed menu for $65.
What Time To Gates Open/When Should I Arrive Haskell Day?
Gates open 9am. If you are looking to sit at a free picnic table, it is recommended to be in line prior to the gates opening. Picnic tables are reserved very quickly on Haskell Day.
The day’s first race is 12pm.
Can I bring my own food and beverage?
Yes, coolers are permitted in the picnic area only. All coolers must enter through the picnic admission gate. Beer, wine and hard seltzers only, no hard alcohol.
How many races will there be on Haskell Day, and what race is the actual NYRA Bets Haskell Stakes?
Haskell Day 2025 will have 14 races with the Haskell itself scheduled as Race 12. Post time for the NYRA Bets Haskell is approximately 5:45pm. Haskell Day’s first race is scheduled for 12pm. The final race will run at approximately 6:50pm.
How do I get my Haskell hat?
All Haskell attendees will receive their Haskell hat redemption ticket at the admission gates, with paid admission while supplies last. Hats can be redeemed in the picnic area, north of the Grandstand, and first floor Clubhouse. Additionally, Haskell hats will be available for purchase online.
What Other Activities Will Be On Haskell Day?
ON-SITE ENTERTAINMENT
Live Music from Living Proof 12-4pm
Ax Throwing
NJ Lottery
Much More!
Dress to impress for the chance to be awarded Best Hat or Best Dressed Couple. Winners will receive a $100 bet on the Haskell.
Enjoy Free Family Fun Day activities – including clowns, facepainters, and pony rides – in the picnic area from 1-5pm.
Best Dressed Competition Info
Dress to impress this Haskell Day for the chance to be awarded Best Hat or Best Dressed Couple. Winners will receive a $100 bet on the Haskell.
What is the dress code at Monmouth Park?
In the Grandstand, shirts must be worn at all times. In the Clubhouse, proper attire is required: no swim wear, sweats, tank tops or abbreviated wear. There is a Country-Club Casual dress code in the Parterres. Dress jeans are permitted. For men, jackets are requested and collared shirts are required. For ladies, appropriate dress is required. Absolutely no sportswear (i.e. sweatpants, jogging suits, etc), shorts, tank tops, abbreviated wear, sneakers or flip flops will be permitted.
However, it is Haskell Day so dress to impress for the biggest race at the shore. Flaunt your largest hat and strut with your brightest colors!
Where is the gift shop located?
Our gift shop is located on the first floor of the Grandstand. Mobile gift shop carts can also be found roaming throughout the facility.
Can I purchase photos and videotapes of races?
Videotapes may be purchased through the Media Relations Department and photos from Bill Denver of Equi-Photo. Both are located on the first floor of the Administration Building, adjacent to the paddock.
Can I watch the NYRA Bets Haskell on TV from Home?
The NYRA Bets Haskell Stakes will be shown live on NBC from 5-6pm.
Is there any way for me to bet on the NYRA Bets Haskell from my computer at home?
NJ residents 18 and older can legally wager online at 4NJBets.com. Throughout the country, players can wager on Haskell Day through their approved ADW.