Legislation that would speed projects at Laurel and Bowie calls into question future racing at Pimlico — but adds certainty the property will not lie fallow.
Four-time stakes winner Alwaysmining breezed Saturday morning and is on track for a date in the April 20 Federico Tesio Stakes.
The MEDCO bill would, headed to the full Senate, jumpstarts plans to renovate Laurel and Bowie but faces an uncertain future in the House.
A Stronach Group-promoted bill to support a “super track” at Laurel and revitalize the Bowie training center will not pass this session, according to a report.
The Maryland Jockey Club Thursday pushed back against allegations backside workers live in “slumlike” conditions.
The 2019 legislative session could have major impacts on Pimlico and the future of the Maryland Thoroughbred industry. Here’s a timeline of where we stand.
In a presentation at Laurel Park, regulatory vet Jennifer Durenberger called on the Thoroughbred industry to craft a coherent, consistent message.
Hall of Fame trainer King Leatherbury, after a winter off, has six in training and is waiting for turf season to start.
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.
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.