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Colonial Downs announces delays, could delay Aug. 10 card
Colonial Downs will delay its August 8 and 9 cards to August 12 and 13, the track announced, and might delay its August 10 Arlington Million card.
Monmouth Park cancels August 2 card
With hot weather along the East Coast, Monmouth Park has canceled its card for Friday, August 2.
Fasig-Tipton 2022 Mixed sale by the numbers
It wouldn’t be a Fasig-Tipton Mixed Sale if we didn’t break it down by the numbers. Hey, how many grays are there, anyway?
Fasig-Tipton: Racing age horses to spice up sale
Horses of racing age have been the stars at recent Fasig-Tipton Midlantic mixed sales, and that could continue Tuesday.
Fasig-Tipton mixed sale set for Tuesday
Nearly 300 horses, including 94 in the horses of racing age supplement, are in the catalog to sell December 6 at the Fasig-Tipton Midlantic mixed sale.
Stallions on the move: The week in social media
Peace and Justice moves to PA, Rowayton will stand stud there, and more, in the week in social media.
Laurel adapts Thanksgiving pie tradition
Laurel Park’s longstanding tradition of giving our free Thanksgiving pies gets a new twist in this Covid-19 year without fans.
Parx: Leading rider Mychel Sanchez out with Covid
Mychel Sanchez, the leading rider at Parx Racing, will be out two weeks after a positive Covid-19 test – reportedly one of several at the track.
Fasig-Tipton: Supplemental catalog for mixed sale online
The Fasig-Tipton mixed sale supplemental catalog, now online, features over 70 horses of racing age.
Covid and more: The week in social media
Six straight for Malibu Mischief, racing resumes at CT, and discounted stallion prices, in the week in social media.
Aftercare Alliance makes $3.5 million in grants
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announced today that it will award $3.5 million in grants to 81 accredited organizations.
Industry must adapt, improve messaging, Durenberger says
In a presentation at Laurel Park, regulatory vet Jennifer Durenberger called on the Thoroughbred industry to craft a coherent, consistent message.
Longtime Maryland trainer Bill Wolfendale passes
Trainer Bill Wolfendale, 74, a winner of 1,670 races, passed away March 19.
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.
