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Laurel Park picks and ponderings: January 6, 2024
We provide full-card picks and analysis for this afternoon’s races at Laurel Park.

National wagering handle declined in 2024
National wagering handle declined by nearly four percent in 2023 versus the prior year, and the number of races conducted was down five percent.

Md. Racetrack Operating Authority report released
The future could involve the consolidation of racing at Pimlico and the exit of the Stronach Group, says a Maryland Racetrack Operating Authority report.

Laurel Park picks and ponderings: January 5, 2024
We provide full-card picks and analysis for this afternoon’s races at Laurel Park.

Laurel Park to kick off 2024 season Friday
Laurel Park will kick off its 2024 season Friday with a nine-race program that launches its 38-day winter meet.

Charles Town kicks off 2024 season
Charles Town kicked off its 2024 season Wednesday night with an eight-race program that saw trainer Jeff Runco and rider Arnaldo Bocachica win two.

Maryland horsemen choose new MTHA board members
The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association today announced its new board of directors.

NTRA to name “Moment of the Year”
The National Thoroughbred Racing Association is seeking the public’s help to choose the NTRA Moment of the Year for 2023.

Wanamaker’s PA-bred catalog available
The catalog for Wanamaker’s sale of Pennsylvania-breds is now available, with the sale itself taking place starting January 7.

Maryland stallion season auction underway
The Maryland stallion season auction held by the Maryland Horse Foundation has kicked off and will run through January 7.