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Maryland Jockey Club announces Pimlico handle growth
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The Biz / 9 years
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Pimlico’s daily average handle grew by 21 percent during its truncated 2016 Preakness meeting.
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Sinatra: “Maybe there’s a place” for Laurel, Pimlico
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In a May 28 radio interview, Maryland Jockey Club president Sal Sinatra acknowledged challenges at Pimlico — but said “there’s a spot” for Old Hilltop going forward.
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Dale Romans earns $50k Preakness weekend bonus
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Tim Ritvo’s 10 percent solution
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Pimlico earns NTRA safety reaccreditation
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The Biz / 10 years
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The NTRA’s Safety and Integrity Alliance has reaccredited Pimlico just in time for the Preakness meet, the group announced today.
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Pimlico set for Thursday opening
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The Biz / 10 years
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The Preakness meet at Pimlico kicks off Thursday with full fields abounding on the nine-race card.
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Maryland Jockey Club announces Laurel wagering rise
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The Biz / 10 years
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Handle rose strongly during the just-completed Laurel Park meet, the Maryland Jockey Club announced today.
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Marcus Vitali enters four at Laurel
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Frank Vespe / 10 years
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Trainer Marcus Vitali — briefly barred from entering horses at Laurel Park — has four in the entries for Saturday’s card.
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MJC to Marcus Vitali: “Face your issues”
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Frank Vespe / 10 years
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Embattled trainer Marcus Vitali will be permitted to enter horses in Maryland — once he regains his Florida license and faces the music from several pending positives.