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De Francis Dash result “in dispute” after Blu Moon Ace positive
Following a cobalt positive for runner-up Blu Moon Ace, the 2018 De Francis Dash result is in dispute pending the outcome of an appeal.
Laurel Park Racing Notebook, Fall Meet Vol. 8
Our weekly Laurel Park Racing Notebook includes horses to watch, headlines from the weekend, and hot jocks and trainers.
ARCI calls for breeding, sales to be regulated
Concerned about money laundering and the welfare of young horses, the ARCI has called for breeding and sales to be subject to regulation.
Claimbox: Regional claiming surpasses $22 million through November
Claiming activity in the mid-Atlantic region is up around seven percent versus 2016, with more than $22 million in horses claimed through November 30, in our claimbox report.
Charles Town: Stakes slate put on hold by WV Commission
The 2018 stakes schedule at Charles Town was put on hold by the state Racing Commission today amid concern that the CT Classic purse of $1.2 million is too high.
Weston Hamilton notches first riding victory
Apprentice Weston Hamilton, son of journeyman rider Steve Hamilton, logged his first two career wins today at Laurel park.
Jim McKay exhibit celebrates his life, work
The life of late broadcaster — and father of Maryland Million — Jim McKay is celebrated in an exhibit at Harford Community College.
Jeff Runco: 4000 wins because of “good horses, good clients, good help”
Trainer Jeff Runco won his 4000th race yesterday, it coming at Laurel Park, a remarkable milestone he credited to his horses, owners, and help.
Prado, Vargas, Lynch: “Warmer in the winner’s circle”
Edgar Prado and other winning jocks today employed a common strategy: stay out of trouble and get back to where it’s warm.
Whirlin Curlin: Time, gelding, and now, a bright future
Whirlin Curlin, crushed in his first two starts, won today’s Maryland Juvenile Futurity for his second straight stakes win. Here’s why.
