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PIASSEK: More time a must for Preakness – and Belmont
Debate over the spacing of Triple Crown races has centered on the Preakness, but John PIassek says both it and the Belmont need a new schedule.

Delaware: Stan Salter feeling right at home on the air
Longtime Midlantic racing analyst Stan Salter is at Delaware Park, back in front of the camera — and feeling right at home.

Six winners for Paco Lopez
Jockey Paco Lopez enjoyed a banner Wednesday at Parx Racing, winning six times and finishing in the money with all eight of his mounts.

Jockey Edgar Prado retires
Jockey Edgar Prado, who launched his career in Maryland and went on to reach the sport’s greatest heights, announced his retirement.

Sheldon Russell, Paco Lopez, Joel Rosario share jockey of the week
Sheldon Russell, Paco Lopez, and Joel Rosario all shared honors as this past week’s Jockeys’ Guild Jockey of the Week.

VIDEO: Midlantic racing minute for June 20
Give us 60 seconds, and we’ll give you the racing news from around the Mid-Atlantic region: three stories in a minute in this video.

MHBA elects board of directors
The Maryland Horse Breeders Association (MHBA) has announced the results of its annual board elections for five open seats.

Michael Algeo steps down from “emasculated” Commission
Saying it has been “emasculated significantly,” Maryland Racing Commission chair Michael Algeo announced his resignation effective immediately.

Mid-Atlantic Three Stars: June 19
Your five-minute read to catch up on all the Mid-Atlantic racing action you may have missed over the weekend…

Bosserati earns first stake win in Stormy Blues
Bosserati remained perfect in three turf tries with a win in Laurel Park’s Stormy Blues Stakes , giving jockey Sheldon Russell a Father’s Day to remember.