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Delaware Commission names new stewards
The Delaware Thoroughbred Racing Commission announced the appointment of a new state steward and a new safety steward for the 2019 season.
Alwaysmining, PA claiming, and Old Hilltop: The week in social media
Another score for Alwaysmining, revised claiming rules in Pennsylvania, and whither PImlico: the week in social media.
Baltimore suit could have profound impact on racing industry
IF successful, Baltimore’s lawsuit would leave the city in charge of Pimlico and the Preakness – and could spike Stronach Group plans to transform Laurel.
Off to the Races podcast: Pimlico and the future of Maryland racing
We talked with two folks, one a PImlico supporter, one an advocate of the Laurel “super track” plan, to delve deeper into the differing perspectives.
Baltimore sues Stronach Group to take control of Pimlico, Preakness
Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh has filed suit seeking to take via condemnation Pimlico Race Course and the Preakness Stakes.
Maryland to have stricter pre-race exams
Horses will undergo enhanced pre-race exams in Maryland, with state vets told to scratch horses if there are questions or concerns.
Parx bombers, a day of wine, and Santa Anita: The week in social media
A day of longshots and a dicey situation were on the minds of social media this week.
Horseracing Integrity Act introduced in Congress for third time
Reps. Andy Barr and Paul Tonko reintroduced the Horseracing Integrity Act today – a Congressional bill that may gain momentum in the wake of 22 equine fatalities at Santa Anita.
At HBPA convention, a call for free data
Panelists at the HBPA convention called for the racing industry to make past performance data freely (or cheaply) available as a way to increase handle.
Moving Preakness “won’t have effect” Pimlico advocates claim, Ritvo says
Stronach Group COO Tim Ritvo said his company’s plans are in the best interests of Maryland racing – and won’t harm Baltimore the way some have suggested.
The Gotham, the Busher, and Sagamore Farm: The week in social media
A pair of NY stakes with Midlantic runners and a seasonal event at Sagamore Farm were on the minds of social media this week.
National HBPA meeting to focus on doing things “better”
The National HBPA horsemen’s meeting set for March 12-16 will focus on what racing is getting right and how it can do better.
Hearings done, now comes hard part on Pimlico, industry future
After a second Pimlico hearing in three days in Annapolis, the burden falls to lawmakers to make decisions about the track and the industry’s future.
Claimbox: Midlantic claiming up 20% through February
Through two months of 2019 Midlantic claiming activity is well ahead of last year, in our Claimbox report.
Allison De Luca tabbed as Colonial Downs race secretary
Industry veteran Allison De Luca will fill the role of racing secretary for the inaugural season at Colonial Downs.
Lengthy hearing provides little clarity on Pimlico future
Maryland racing interests won’t oppose a Pimlico study bill in Annapolis – but continue to push hard for support for a Laurel Park “super track.”
Prince Lucky again, and more: The week in social media
Prince Lucky, Preakness InfieldFest and more were on the minds of social media this week.
Purse account to continue support of Maryland-breds
The agreement will provide Maryland-breds about 9.4 percent of the total 2018 purse account for each of the next five years.
On eve of hearing, gloves off over Pimlico
Dueling pieces of legislation – and a pair of accusatory letters – have meant the gloves are off regarding the future of Pimlico.
Sunny Ridge earns top NJ-bred honors
Millionaire Sunny Ridge earned honors as NJ-bred Horse of the Year for 2018, while G3 winner Golden Brown was named top turf horse.
