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People’s horse Chrome earns social media honors
More than three dozen Facebook commenters were nearly unanimous: California Chrome deserves Horse of the Year honors.
Charles Town cuts Pick-4 takeout
Starting December 1, the takeout on Charles Town’s Pick 4 wagers will drop from 22 percent to a low 15 percent.
Maryland Racing Commission okays 162 live days in 2017
In an upbeat meeting today, the Maryland Racing Commission signed off on the Maryland Jockey Club’s request to run at least 162 days of live racing in 2017.
Bonita Farm adds Norumbega to stallion roster
Maryland’s Bonita Farm has added Grade 2 winner Norumbega to its stallion roster for 2017.
Irace seeking “a shot” for Monmouth Park
In an era when politicians who understand horse racing are few, Oceanport, NJ Council President Joe Irace stands out as a fan — who even had a horse named for him.
Red Hot Diva wins My Sister Pearl for third time
Make it three wins in four tries in Charles Town’s My Sister Pearl Stakes for Red Hot Diva, who won the event again Saturday evening.
Jock watch: Shaffer injured, Franklin returns to Laurel
Jockey Sarah Shaffer was injured Saturday in a spill that led to a no-contest at Laurel Park Saturday, while rider Malcolm Franklin returned to Maryland.
Attacking the bookends: A transparent vision
In the third installment of his series, venture capitalist TK Kuegler says that building the owner base requires greater industry transparency.
Jock Ashley Castrenze mending from injury
Apprentice jockey Ashley Castrenze broke four ribs in an October spill at Laurel Park and figures to be out until later this month.
25th DeFrancis day draws nearly 200 nominations
Nearly 200 horses have been nominated to seven stakes, including the 25th running of the DeFrancis Dash, at Laurel Park November 19.
