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Derby trail update: John Hancock signs on
John Hancock outgamed Owen Almighty to win Saturday’s Sam F. Davis Stakes at Tampa Bay Downs and put himself in the Kentucky Derby mix.

Charles Town jockeys and trainers to watch: Feb. 11
Who are the jockeys and trainers leading the standings at Charles Town Races? And who’s flying under the radar you may want to notice?

How tiny Marlboro Race Track took down a Governor
Maryland’s live racing days once were a precious commodity that racetracks fought for, and a half-mile track like Marlboro could sink a Governor.

Laurel Park to host handicapping contest
The new Maryland Jockey Club will host a live-money, on-site and online handicapping contest April 19.

VIDEO: Charles Town weekend highlights
In today’s video, highlights from the weekend’s racing at Charles Town, including an eventful allowance, a sharp win, and two new graduates.

Mid-Atlantic Three Stars: February 10
Your five-minute read to catch up on all the Mid-Atlantic racing action you may have missed over the weekend…

Laurel: Paradise Valley rallies to feature triumph
Paradise Valley overcame a stumbling start and a big deficit to win the Laurel Park allowance feature and has paid big dividends for his connections.

Pimlico project “on track” but long way to go
The project to remake Pimlico remains “on track,” the MTROA chairman said Friday, but key decisions remain.

Laurel Park picks and ponderings: February 9, 2025
We provide full-card picks and analysis for this afternoon’s races at Laurel Park.

St. Jude scores in Laurel Park allowance feature
St. Jude, a six-year-old with just three prior career starts, dominated a Laurel Park allowance Saturday for his second career win.