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Book’em Danno repeats as NJ-bred horse of the year
Book’em Danno, a Grade 1 winner and earner of $800,000 in 2024, has been named New Jersey-bred Horse of the Year for the second year in a row.
Maryland-bred champions announced
Future Is Now and Post Time are the big winners among Maryland-bred champions, announced this week, with the horse of the year still to be revealed.
Abnel Bocachica shifting tack to New York
Apprentice rider Abnel Bocachica, son of Charles Town leading jockey Arnaldo Bocachica, will shift his tack to New York.
Senate panel raises Pimlico Plus bill questions
With just three days until the end of the legislative session, a Senate committee took its first hard look at the PImlico Plus bill and had many questions.
Jack Harlow will headline Preakness Live
Grammy-nominated artist Jack Harlow will headline the Preakness Live concert following the running of the 149th Preakness May 18.
Md. Thoroughbred Career Program set for June
The Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program, which provides young people the chance to learn about careers in the industry, is set for June 5-9.
Trainer James W. Casey passes at 92
James W. Casey, whose remarkable second career as a trainer, owner, and breeder followed a 32-year stint as a teacher, has passed away at age 92.
With “maturity, confidence,” Jeiron Barbosa an Eclipse finalist
Maryland-based Jeiron Barbosa, with maturity and confidence belying his 19 years, is one of three finalists for the Eclipse Award for top apprentice.
Laurel Park accepting noms for six Jan. 21 stakes
Nominations close Saturday for six Laurel Park stakes that will be contested January 21, including four open races and two state-bred contests.
Maryland Million day set for October 14
The 2023 Maryland Million day will take place October 14 at Laurel Park, Maryland Million Ltd. announced Thursday.
HISA fix added to omnibus spending package
The package to fund US government operations for the rest of the fiscal year includes language to fix HISA, after it had been found unconstitutional.
Fasig-Tipton December sale catalog available
The Fasig-Tipton December mixed sale catalog ultimately may reach about 400 horses, including those of racing age.
Adena Springs to be sold
Adena Springs Farm, once the centerpiece of Frank Stronach’s breeding operation, is on the market to be sold.
Delaware Park sold
Delaware Park, the property of the Rickman family for nearly 40 years, has been sold to an investment group, it was announced Nov. 5.
Raoul Middleman, painted Pimlico murals, passes
Renowned Baltimore artist Raoul Middleman, known to generations of racetrackers as the painter of Pimlico’s murals, passed away at 86.
DTRC Stews revoke Amber Cobb’s license
Trainer Amber Cobb, already under suspension, has had her license to train horses revoked by Delaware stewards.
Pimlico to host two 2022 meets
The Maryland Racing Commission Oct. 28 awarded 168 racing dates for 2022 to the Md. Jockey Club, with Pimlico set to host meets in both May and August.
Mario Pino named Jockeys’ Guild jock of the week
With his 7,000th win — and career — now in the books, Mario Pino has been named the Jockeys’ Guild’s Jockey of the Week.
Tom Rooney named NTRA chief
Tom Rooney, a five-term Congressman whose family owns Maryland’s Shamrock Farm, has been named the CEO of the NTRA.
TAA to be Breeders’ Cup aftercare partner
Breeders’ Cup has once again chosen the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance to be their aftercare partner this year.
