morning line

American  

noun

1. a list of entries for a horse race with the probable betting odds as estimated by a bookmaker or track handicapper, usually issued the morning of the race, before wagering begins.

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Etymology

Origin of morning line

First recorded in 1930–35

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morning line

Taj Mahal was one of three horses listed at 5-1 on the morning line behind lukewarm 9-2 favorite Iron Honor.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 11, 2026

The top five choices on the official morning line all trained in Florida, though some, including Further Ado, made their final starts elsewhere.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 29, 2026

Churchill Downs announced Silent Tactic, who was 20-1 on the morning line, has been withdrawn from Saturday’s race.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 29, 2026

At least Renegade is in the field, and Nick Tammaro, making the Derby morning line for the first time, still has the Arkansas Derby winner as the 4-1 favorite in the field of 20.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 25, 2026

"Did you call for the morning line check on the tracks yet?"

From Direct Wire by Garson, Clee