Change in Laurel allowance good news for $20k claimers
The decision to make Laurel Park first allowances optional claimers is good news for newly eligible claiming horses – but may post trouble for everyone else.
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Author: Frank Vespe
Two starts, two wins for bug Carlos Carrasco
Bug rider Carlos Carrasco, the younger brother of Victor Carrasco, scored on the first two mounts of his career today at Laurel Park.
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Claimbox: Claiming up in February
January claiming activity in the mid-Atlantic was up 40 percent versus the prior year, aided by an additional track being open.
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Gov. Hogan: No $300 million check for Pimlico
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan acknowledged in an interview the importance of the Preakness – but he made clear that no $300 million check for Pimlico is forthcoming.
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Motion hoping for good dilemma with Irish War Cry
Sophomore Irish War Cry breezed a solid five furlongs yesterday, and trainer Graham Motion said he’s ready for next weekend’s Fountain of Youth.
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