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Paco Lopez nearing 4,000 wins
Jockey Paco Lopez is nearing the 4,000-win milestone, and while he hopes to reach it at Monmouth Park, he’ll need to hurry.
Mid-Atlantic tracks announce cancellations
With the remnants of Hurricane Debby bearing down on the region, several Mid-Atlantic tracks have announced cancellations and delays in scheduled cards.
For Arlington horsemen, Colonial Downs a welcoming spot
Colonial Downs always attracts an eclectic group of horsemen from around the country, this year including several previously stabled at Arlington Park.
Sal Sinatra steps down from Equibase role
Former Maryland Jockey Club president Sal Sinatra has stepped down from his role as president and COO of Equibase.
A hairy week as HISA deadline looms
The days leading up to the July 1 HISA registration deadline saw four Senators blast the Authority and a new lawsuit from two states and the Jockeys’ Guild.
McCarthy, Byk on Off to the Races radio Saturday
Off to the Races Radio returns Saturday, June 6 with a great show featuring top jockey Trevor McCarthy and acclaimed radio host Steve Byk.
Michael Matz to judge MHBA Yearling Show
Michael Matz, a trainer with two Triple Crown race wins to his credit, will judge the 2020 Maryland Horse Breeders Association Yearling Show, slated for mid-July.
Doug McCoy, Writer and chart-caller, passes
Doug McCoy, a longtime chart-caller who continued his career in racing as a freelance writer, passed away last week.
Fasig-Tipton catalogs 550 for 2yo sale
The Fasig-Tipton 2-year-old in training sale in Timonium, with 550 hips cataloged, is scheduled to take place June 29-30.
Remembrance: Martin Mora
Martin Mora, a Maryland security guard, passed away in April, and his absence was keenly felt this weekend as racing returned to the state.
Pennsylvania racing inches closer to return
Horsemen struck an optimistic tone for the return of Pennsylvania racing at Penn National and Presque Isle after a May 28 meeting.
NTRA lauds new tax bill’s benefits to racing industry
According to polls, most Americans oppose the new tax plan Pres. Trump is expected to sign — but the NTRA is not among that group. Here’s why.
Experimental Free Handicap to get new name
The Experimental Free Handicap — used to identify the nation’s top two-year-olds — will henceforth be known as “The Jockey Club’s Annual Top 2-Year-Old Rankings.”
Ben’s Cat wins 2017 Vox Populi Award
Maryland-bred stalwart Ben’s Cat has won the Vox Populi Award, created by Penny Chenery to honor racing’s fan favorites.
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.
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.
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.
Fasig-Tipton mixed: Racing age horses spark major gains
The sales company bolstered the horses of racing age segment at yesterday’s Fasig-Tipton mixed sale, which helped propel the event to major gains.
