Northern Lights Futurity 2026 Result: Merit Badge Wins at Canterbury Park
Merit Badge won the Northern Lights Futurity at Canterbury Park on September 5, 2026, ridden by Manuel Americano for trainer Anna Meah. The win paid $3.00. Blazin Spirit was second and Strike One More third.
Race 7
Northern Lights Futurity stakes
Final| Fin | # | Horse · Jockey · Trainer | Win | Place | Show |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Merit BadgeManuel Americano · Anna Meah | $3.00 | $2.40 | $2.20 |
| 2nd | 7 | Blazin SpiritJose Riquelme · Martin Escobar | $16.00 | $9.80 | |
| 3rd | 9 | Strike One MoreEduardo Gallardo · Joel Berndt | $5.80 |
Also ran
- Twin City Boy
- Jackfire
- Fun Lovin Guy
- Mighty Samurai
- Rockin Powerhouse
- Found the Secret
Time 1:11.30Fractions :22.15 · :45.07 · :57.74
Exotic payoffs (5)
| Wager | Numbers | Base | Payoff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exacta | 1-7 | $2 | $28.10 |
| Trifecta | 1-7-9 | 50¢ | $149.90 |
| Pick 3 | 6-1/2/5-1 | $2 | $9.50 |
| Daily Double | 5-1 | $2 | $5.00 |
| Superfecta | 1-7-9-4 | 10¢ | $91.50 |