PODCAST: Maryland Racing Today, May 7
May 7, 2026
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The newest Maryland Racing Today podcast features Kentucky Derby and Preakness chatter, plus news and handicapping the Laurel late Pick 5.
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Taj Mahal “that guy” ahead of Preakness
May 6, 2026
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Laurel-based Federico Tesio Stakes winner Taj Mahal is basking in his celebrity status, trainer Brittany Russell says, as he prepares for the Preakness.
Golden Tempo to bypass Preakness
May 6, 2026
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Kentucky Derby champ Golden Tempo will bypass the May 16 Preakness and point instead to the Belmont Stakes, his trainer said in a statement.
Preakness weekend trainer bonuses to return
May 6, 2026
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A total of $150,000 in bonuses will be available to trainers at Laurel over Preakness weekend, split between stakes and non-stakes races.
Derby show horse Ocelli under Preakness consideration
May 6, 2026
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Two new names, Kentucky Derby show horse Ocelli and Corona de Oro, who did not draw into the Derby, are now under Preakness consideration.
PODCAST: Maryland Racing Today, May 5
May 5, 2026
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This week’s Maryland Racing Today podcast features Equibase chart caller Keith Feustle, who also previously made the morning line in Maryland.
Eagle Point Farm to be featured in new book
May 5, 2026
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Virginia’s Eagle Point Farm’s history will be celebrated in a new book by its longtime owner, Donna Dennehy.
US wagering handle up in April
May 5, 2026
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For the first time in six months, year-over-year wagering increased in April, according to new numbers from Equibase.
HISA board votes to retain Lasix status quo
May 5, 2026
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The board of directors of HISA has voted unanimously to preserve the status quo on Lasix use, the organization announced May 5.
“Pimlico from the Heart” to debut May 9
May 5, 2026
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A new film brings together a pair of Maryland-based Eclipse Award winners, a cult filmmaker, and a love letter to the old Pimlico.
Preakness: Gate may be crowded, as field still in flux
May 4, 2026
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It’s looking like the May 16 Preakness will have a larger field than usual, as, though few Derby runners are eyeing it, plenty of others are.
Mid-Atlantic three stars: May 4, 2026
May 4, 2026
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Your five-minute read to catch up on all the Mid-Atlantic racing action you may have missed over the weekend…
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