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Parx-based Brooklyn Strong a Derby longshot

Frank Vespe / 6 years

4 min read

Brooklyn Strong was pointed to the Preakness, but a bevy of defections have opened the Derby door to him.

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Tesio, Preakness on radar for Brooklyn Strong

Press Release / 6 years
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Brooklyn Strong, fifth in the Wood Memorial in his first start in almost five months, may try the Tesio next as a prep for the Preakness, his trainer said.

For trainer Daniel Velazquez, something to say wow about

Teresa Genaro / 6 years

5 min read

It took Mid-Atlantic trainer Daniel Velazquez over 10 years to win his first stake — but only about 30 more minutes to add a second.

Charles Town track super Doug Bowling to retire

Laurel Park weekend wrap: Maidens take center stage

Mid-Atlantic three stars: November 9, 2026

Owner-breeder Tracy Johnson Mulroy passes

CT: Jack Carson turns tables in WV Juvenile

Laurel Park picks and ponderings: November 8, 2026

Parx-based Brooklyn Strong a Derby longshot

Tesio, Preakness on radar for Brooklyn Strong

For trainer Daniel Velazquez, something to say wow about

Owner-breeder Tracy Johnson Mulroy passes

CT: Jack Carson turns tables in.

Taj Mahal eyes return to action

Laurel Park to retain racing role.

CT: Crystal Veil makes it a.

Stadium Authority-TMJC ink operations agreement