Saturday’s Maryland Million Distaff will see defending champ Classy Coco and ’14 Lassie winner My Magician square off — both running for the same owner.
The Racing Biz today released its latest In Focus wagering guide, to Saturday’s 30th Maryland Million at Laurel Park.
Ben’s Cat returns for his sixth Maryland Million start, but for the first time, he’ll be on the main track as the 3-5 favorite in the Sprint.
Presented by Maryland Million, the Joe Kelly Unsung Hero Award celebrates important characteristics that are valuable but often unrewarded.
For young sires in particular, Maryland Million success can catch the eyes of the region’s breeders and help propel a stallion.
Three years ago Not Abroad used a Maryland Million Classic win as a springboard to the Breeders’ Cup. He’s raced just once since.
The list of nominees includes the venerable Ben’s Cat, making his sixth Million appearance, and numerous former and defending champions.
Claiming activity jumped in September, with the lion’s share at Parx Racing, in our Claimbox report.
Multiple graded stakes winner Golden Lad will stand at Maryland’s Northview Stallion Station.
In our weekly feature, Maryland Jockey Club analyst Gabby Gaudet plays the Pick 4.
