The July 18 Haskell Stakes (G1) is a big deal for Monmouth Park, but the real star of the show is the New Jersey-bred champion sprinter, Book'em Danno. This July 17, the 2025 champion male sprinter will headline the Mr. Prospector Stakes, a $200,000 race that promises to be a thrilling spectacle. With a smaller field of seven, the race is expected to be a close contest, with Book'em Danno's rivals, Full Moon Madness and Quint's Brew, ready to challenge. But Book'em Danno is no ordinary horse; he's a hometown hero, bred in the Garden State and trained by Derek Ryan. His presence at Monmouth Park is a celebration of New Jersey's racing heritage and a tribute to the hard work of the track's officials. Jay Briscione, the head of the ownership group, is thrilled to have Book'em Danno recognized as the state's most successful racehorse, with earnings of over $2.1 million. Briscione, an Oceanport native, understands the challenges Monmouth has faced over the years and is doing his part to bring people to the track. With Book'em Danno's big following, the race is expected to double the attendance, and the track's future looks brighter. But the Haskell Stakes is the real prize, and Book'em Danno will have to wait until August 29 to make his final start before the Breeders' Cup Sprint. For now, he's the star of the show, and his 'home game' is a festive occasion for the connections and a chance to celebrate New Jersey's racing legacy.
