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Spikezone named HBPA Claiming Horse of the Year
Spikezone, who overcame two knee surgeries to go 11-for-14 as a 5-year-old, has been named the HBPA Claiming Horse of the Year.
Colonial Downs announces Va. Derby ticket options
Colonial Downs has announced ticket options and prices for Virginia Derby day, with the Derby, now a Kentucky Derby points race, to be Mar. 15.
Fasig-Tipton mixed sale dips; Ghostzapper colt is topper
The Fasig-Tipton Midlantic mixed sale saw declines from 2022, the result of a smaller book, less glamor in the racing age portion, and a soft sales market.
Fasig-Tipton mixed sale set for Tuesday afternoon
Some facts and figures about Tuesday’s one-day Fasig-Tipton Midlantic mixed sale in Timonium.
Md. Racetrack Operating Authority report deadline delayed
The Maryland Racetrack Operating Authority report on the future of racing in the state will be delayed, its December 1 deadline pushed back to Jan. 5.
Pimlico summer meet shifted to September
Originally slated to run in August, Pimlico will now instead run nine dates in September, with Laurel Park running the August dayes.
Gofundme launched for injured Md. racing official Steve Moyer
With Maryland racing official and former trainer Steve Moyer in an ICU with severe burns, fellow racing official Elvis Trujillo, Jr. has launched a fundraiser.
No turning back: New law pushes Maryland industry on Pimlico-Laurel project
A law adopted this month sends a message to the Maryland racing industry: get the Pimlico-Laurel renovation project in gear.
Millie Fleming receives Buddy Raines Award
Monmouth Park named NJ Breeders Association president Millie Fleming the winner of its Virgil “Buddy” Raines Award for distinguished achievement.
Glen Todd dispersal underway on Fasig-Tipton digital
A total of 31 horses will be sold through Fasig-Tipton Digital as the estate of the late Glen Todd disperses his racing and breeding stock.
NJ to scrap no-crop rule for Monmouth meet
The New Jersey Racing Commission today agreed to scrap its no-crop rule and instead align with national guidelines for the upcoming Monmouth Park meet.
Former trainer Richard Delp passes
Richard Delp, brother of Hall of Famer Bud Delp and a successful trainer in his own right, passed away at age 90.
The week in social media: Feb. 19
Knicks Go tackles the world, a new stallion comes to Maryland, and your chance to take a ride on a top racehorse (sort of), in the week in social media.
Laurel Park cancels Friday card
Laurel Park has canceled its Friday, February 19 card and will transfer those races to Thursday, February 25.
Stronach 5 features two from Laurel
Friday’s Stronach 5 pick-five wager features races from four different tracks around the country, including two races, the 9th and 10th, from Laurel Park.
Grayson-Jockey Club awards $1.6 million in grants
The Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation board of directors has approved more than $1.6 million in grants to support equine research.
Maryland Million set for October 23
The 36th annual Maryland Million day will take place October 23 at Laurel Park, Maryland Million Ltd. announced today.
Wanamaker’s announces February catalog
Wanamaker’s, the online auction house, has released its February catalog featuring 17 hips for the Feb. 25 sale.
Laurel Park cancels Saturday card
With an ice storm pounding Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic, Laurel Park has canceled its Saturday card.
NYRA announces incentive for Fair Hill shippers
NYRA today announced an incentive program to encourage horsemen based at Fair Hill Training Center to ship to New York and run.
