Maryland Business
Stover: Good horsemanship key in avoiding breakdowns
It’s not avoiding bad steps but promoting good horsemanship that is critical to avoiding fatal breakdowns, Dr. Susan Stover told a Beyond the Wire-sponsored seminar.
Preakness tickets now available
With prices ranging from $40 to $720, Preakness tickets are now available, the Stronach Group announced.
Bowie may get another life, as a “world-class” training center
The Bowie training center – closed since 2015 – may find yet another life, this time as a “world-class” training center.
Maryland Million handle jumps 30 percent
Wagering handle on Saturday’s Maryland Million topped $5.7 million, the highest in over a decade.
Georganne Hale wins Joe Kelly Unsung Hero award
In recognition of her long and varied career, Georganne Hale has been named the winner of this year’s Joe Kelly Unsung Hero award by Maryland Million Ltd.
Frank Stronach files $500 million suit against daughter Belinda Stronach
Stronach Group founder Frank Stronach has filed a major lawsuit against his daughter Belinda, which could have ramifications for racing in Maryland and elsewhere.
Totally Thoroughbred show set for Sunday
The seventh annual Totally Thoroughbred show will take place Sunday at Pimlico.
Optimism the order of the day on eve of Fasig-Tipton yearling sale
A combination of factors has made consignors and Fasig-Tipton optimistic as its Midlantic Fall Yearling Sale is set to begin Monday.
Maryland Racing Commission approves new Frederick OTB
At its monthly meeting Thursday, the Maryland Racing Commission gave unanimous approval to a new OTB in Frederick.
Md. Racing Commission approves OTB at MGM National Harbor
The Maryland Racing Commission on Tuesday approved a new OTB at MGM National Harbor despite concerns that it might cannibalize business at Rosecroft Raceway.
Laurel Park reschedules weekend stakes for Sept. 22
In the face of Hurricane Florence, Laurel Park has moved the seven stakes – six on the turf – scheduled for Saturday to September 22.
Jock Steve Hamilton to undergo surgery
Jockey Steve Hamilton, out since June, will have back surgery September 17 and hopes he’ll be able to continue his career afterwards.
Maryland to hub national Stronach 5 wager
The new Stronach 5 wager will feature five races from four different tracks — Laurel Park, Gulfstream, Santa Anita, and Golden Gate.
U-Maryland Equine Studies will halt breeding program
The University of Maryland’s Equine Studies program, which has produced several winners, will go on hiatus until it can find a sustainable funding model, the program announced.
Laurel Park set for promising fall stand
The 61-day fall meet at Laurel Park features 34 stakes worth over $3.4 million and opens on Friday, September 7.
G1 winner Long River to stand at Anchor and Hope
Long River, the son of A. P. Indy who won a Group 1 race and earned over $770,000, will stand stud at Maryland’s Anchor and Hope Farm.
Champions handicapping contest coming up at Laurel Park
Laurel Park will host the second of its two Champions handicapping contests August 18.
Back to the future as Timonium meet nears
Old-school Timonium is hoping to build for the future as its 2018 race meet nears, coming on the heels of a successful 2017.
El Gran Senor, Caesar’s Wish named to Md. Hall of Fame
European champion El Gran Senor and fleet filly Caesar’s Wish comprise the Maryland Thoroughbred Hall of Fame class of 2018.
Harrison named president of Maryland Horse Breeders Association
Veterinarian Michael Harrison is the new president of the Maryland Horse Breeders Association, with a new vice-president and secretary/treasurer also announced.
