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Book’em Danno, Precious Avary top NJ-bred awards
Book’em Danno was named NJ-bred Horse of the Year and top state-bred sprinter and two-year-old, while Precious Avary is champion 3yo filly and turf runner.
Stronach Group: Maryland agreement to “usher in new era”
In a statement, the Stronach Group said the agreement on donating Pimlico to the state will help “usher ina new era” in Maryland racing.
Duke of Mischief to lead CT Classic post parade
Duke of Mischief, winner of the 2011 Charles Town Classic – the first graded race in track history – will lead this year’s Classic post parade.
Delaware Park to extend 2021 meet
Delaware Park will add seven days of live racing to its 2021 meet, four of which are makeup dates and three of which are new.
On Laurel track surface, making sure “you don’t get there again”
The closure of Laurel Park because of the track surface has been a trial for many. But avoiding it in future isn’t just a matter of rebuilding the track.
Fasig-Tipton Midlantic yearling sale adds 55
Next week’s Fasig-Tipton Midlantic fall yearling sale has added 55 hips to the catalog, the company said.
After DQ, Monomoy Girl drops a spot in NTRA Top Thoroughbred Poll
First past the post but DQed in the Cotillion, Monomoy Girl had insult added to injury when she dropped a spot in the latest NTRA Top Thoroughbred Poll.
Maryland Racing Commission approves new Frederick OTB
At its monthly meeting Thursday, the Maryland Racing Commission gave unanimous approval to a new OTB in Frederick.
Stronach Group introduces G1 turf companion to Pegasus World Cup
The Pegasus World Cup this year will feature a $9 million dirt race and a $7 million turf event, both at Gulfstream Park.
Delaware Park: 2000th win for O’Connell
Trainer Kathleen O’Connell earned her 2,000th career win one day after Delaware jocks visited a nearby children’s hospital.
Md. Racing Commission approves OTB at MGM National Harbor
The Maryland Racing Commission on Tuesday approved a new OTB at MGM National Harbor despite concerns that it might cannibalize business at Rosecroft Raceway.
Bob Baffert to receive Monmouth’s Raines Award
Trainer Bob Baffert will receive Monmouth Park’s Raines Award for “integrity [and] service to the sport,” and Get Serious will enter its Hall of Champions.
At Monmouth Park, it’s in with the new
With its 2015 racing season slated to begin on Saturday, Monmouth Park officials are trumpeting the new: new wagers, new facilities, and more.
QuickTake: Derby points and the Triple Crown
How’s the Kentucky Derby point system impacting the Preakness and the Triple Crown? Our latest QuickTake.
The Racing Biz introduces new mobile application
The Racing Biz today introduced its new mobile application, providing users the best of mid-Atlantic racing and breeding on their phones and tablets – free!
Xpressbet to be Preakness title sponsor
Xpressbet will be the new title sponsor of Pimlico’s Preakness Stakes.
Four stakes spice up Parx card
Four stakes — two for sophomores, two for Pennsylvania-breds — will enliven Saturday’s Parx Racing card.
Study shows Delaware horse racing’s economic impact
A new study demonstrates the economic benefits of Delaware horse racing, the state Department of Agriculture said.
Bowie Training Center closes — for the last time?
Bowie Training Center closed yesterday, and the horses headed to Laurel’s new barns. Bowie’s future is uncertain, but most think this really is the end.
Mid-Atlantic tracks struggle in HANA rankings
Midlantic tracks struggled in the Horseplayers Association of North America’s annual track rankings for 2015, focused on horseplayer value and playability.
