Verrazano Archives • The Racing Biz

Retirement of Orb and other stars points to industry’s misaligned incentives

Frank Vespe / 12 years

5 min read

Orb, Oxbow, and Verrazano — three of racing’s biggest stars this year — are all now retired. That’s because of a business model with misaligned incentives.

Four on the floor: Bobby Zen looks at the Breeders’ Cup

Bobby Zen / 12 years

2 min read

We asked handicapper Bobby Zen for his top Breeders’ Cup plays, and he came up with a trio. Two are on Friday.

Monmouth Park reports gains in attendance and handle

The Biz / 12 years

3 min read

In its recently concluded 2013 meeting, Monmouth Park has reported solid handle and attendance gains.

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Racing returns to Laurel Park, and it feels like just in time

Frank Vespe / 12 years
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4 min read

After 103 days, racing is set to return to Maryland’s Laurel Park. And for the state’s horsemen, that means optimism is in season.

Laurel Park picks and ponderings: February 13, 2026

Colonial Downs unveils new look for 2026

Remembering “both King Leatherburys”

PODCAST: Maryland Racing Today, Feb. 12

Laurel Park picks and ponderings: February 12, 2026

THA open letter recognizes “serious concerns” with HISA

Retirement of Orb and other stars points to industry’s misaligned incentives

Four on the floor: Bobby Zen looks at the Breeders’ Cup

Monmouth Park reports gains in attendance and handle

Racing returns to Laurel Park, and it feels like just in time

Remembering “both King Leatherburys”

PODCAST: Maryland Racing Today, Feb. 12

THA open letter recognizes “serious concerns”.

Hall of Fame trainer King Leatherbury,.

The Racing Biz launches new podcast.

LRL: Taj Mahal lives up to.