Author: Frank Vespe

Retired Thoroughbreds get a ‘new lease on life’

Posted by Frank Vespe | May 30, 2014 | Breaking, Maryland, MD Business, Top Stories |

TPR received $18,000 and 10,000 poker chips from police who busted an illegal casino using TPR’s name as a front. A lot of retired Thoroughbreds will benefit.

‘Stars and universe’ align for California Chrome

Posted by Frank Vespe | May 23, 2014 | Breaking, Maryland, MD Breeding, MD Racing, Top Stories |

California Chrome came from breeding a second-choice stallion to a mare whose sire was the “most available.” No wonder owner Steve Coburn feels blessed.

Preakness Wrap: ‘Gray Horse’ hears the cheers

Posted by Frank Vespe | May 20, 2014 | Breaking, Features, Maryland, MD Racing, Top Stories |

For Jessica Lindsey, ponying California Chrome in the Preakness post parade gave her the chance to show support for longtime friend Willie Delgado.

Preakness season arrives – with a police escort

Posted by Frank Vespe | May 12, 2014 | Breaking, Maryland, MD Racing, Top Stories |

Sirens blared and the police motorcycles thundered through Baltimore. Just your average, everyday police escort — for horses bound for the Preakness.

Maryland Thoroughbred interests “hang together”

Posted by Frank Vespe | May 5, 2014 | Breaking, Maryland, MD Breeding, Top Stories |

Maryland Thoroughbred interests haven’t always seen eye-to-eye, but they’re working together this year to support Anthony Brown’s gubernatorial campaign.