Author: Mike Valiante

Jeiron Barbosa looking forward to big Maryland Million day

Posted by Mike Valiante | Oct 14, 2023 | Breaking, Bylined Feature, Maryland, MD Racing, Racing |

Young jockey Jeiron Barbosa has accomplished a lot in a short time, and Saturday he’ll aim for his first Maryland Million win.

Copper Tax looks for next step in Rocky Run

Posted by Mike Valiante | Oct 13, 2023 | Breaking, Bylined Feature, DE Racing, Delaware, Racing |

Two-year-old Copper Tax will look to take the next step in his development Saturday in the one-mile Rocky Run Stakes at Delaware Park.

Delaware: Jockeys recall fondest moments

Posted by Mike Valiante | Sep 28, 2023 | Breaking, Bylined Feature, DE Racing, Delaware, Features |

Our correspondent caught up with some jockeys who previously rode regularly at Delaware Park to learn their fondest moments or memories in the First State.

Handicapping the Pennsylvania Derby day card

Posted by Mike Valiante | Sep 22, 2023 | Breaking, Handicapping, PA Racing, Pennsylvania |

Saturday’s Parx Racing card features the Grade 1 Cotillion and Grade 1 Pennsylvania Derby, making it the biggest day of the year at the Bensalem track.