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Racing highlights: March 11
March 11 racing highlights from around the mid-Atlantic region…

On tap: Weekend action
What’s on tap: a pair of Top Midlantic-breds in major Triple Crown preps, local stakes action, and more.

Headlines: News around the region
In the latest headlines: a jock reinstated, a Pimlico study, an excessive whipping incident, and boxcars.

Laurel Park March 12 wagering guide released
The Racing Biz today released its latest In Focus wagering guide, to Saturday’s two stakes at Laurel Park, including the Private Terms Stakes!

Injured Sheldon Russell eyes possible spring return
Jockey Sheldon Russell, who broke his shoulder in November, is working towards a possible May or June return to the races, his agent said.

Ben’s Cat returns to track
Ten-year-old fan favorite Ben’s Cat has returned to Laurel Park to begin preparation for a season that likely will start at Pimlico.

Opinion: It’s time for Maryland-bred racing
Maryland’s allowance race conditions provide an advantage to horses who are not Maryland-bred. It’s time for that to change.

Improving youngsters clash in Laurel stakes
Miracle Wood winner Marengo Road and Wide Country champ Great Soul highlight a pair of Laurel stakes this weekend.

County anti-OTB legislation withdrawn
Baltimore County legislation which would have prevented an OTB from opening at the Timonium fairgrounds was withdrawn Monday.

Laurel Park slated for Friday racing
Live racing will return to Laurel Park for the first time in over three weeks this coming Friday, with two stakes on tap for Saturday.