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Trimble, Russell sure to remember Always
Trainer Brittany Trimble and jockey Sheldon Russell, who are engaged, teamed up for their first win together with Always Sunday at Laurel Park.

Annual Totally Thoroughbred show to take place July 7
The seventh annual Totally Thoroughbred, which benefits the Beyond the Wire aftercare program, will take place at Pimlico July 7.

Bug rider Antonio Quiles gets first victory
Young apprentice rider Antonio Quiles earned his first victory Saturday at Laurel Park.

Next move undecided for Still Having Fun
The Tesio – a “win and you’re in” race for the Preakness – is one possibility for Still Having Fun, the beaten favorite in the Private Terms.

It Was Considered “couldn’t have done better” in maiden score
On the day when Laurel Park jocks honored fallen rider Jose Flores, It Was Considered impressed in a maiden win.

Schoenthal, Wood featured on “Off to the Races” radio show
On Saturday’s “Off to the Races” radio show: trainer Phil Schoenthal, Darrell Wood, Derby Bill and more!

President to sign omnibus spending bill with H-2B visa relief
The Thoroughbred industry has sought H-2B visa relief, which would allow more foreign temporary workers in the country.

Jockey Jose Flores dies of injuries after Monday spill
Veteran jockey Jose Flores died Thursday afternoon as a result of injuries sustained from a Monday accident at Parx Racing.

Jorge Vargas Jr.: “Going for the moment” leads to winner’s circle
Leading Laurel Park jockey Jorge Vargas, jr. says he’s “just going for the moment,” which is working out well, to the tune of 35 wins at the meet thus far.

Laurel Park: Alternative trainer stats through March 21
Which trainers are having the best season at Laurel Park? We look beyond the standard metrics.