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Laurel Park kicks off new era Friday
Maryland racing’s brave new world arrives Friday at Laurel Park, and while much will appear similar, most people likely will focus on what’s different.
Colonial Downs spring condition book released
The condition book for Colonial Downs’s brief March meet, featuring the Virginia Derby and Oaks, is now available online.
Maryland horsemen, breeders point to ’25 priorities
A board to govern the new Maryland Jockey Club, a new training center, and new breeder incentives are top priorities for Maryland’s horsemen and breeders.
Jockey Club offering incentive to return mares to breeding
A new Jockey Club program will waive registration fees when introducing or returning mares to the breeding population in an effort to bolster foal crops.
HISA unveils veterinary advisory committee membership
https://youtu.be/dTJsZlFfOHs?si=NHncKjSk0Jyu038e The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) today announced the members of its Veterinary Advisory Committee. The committee will...
Aftercare Alliance announces holiday giving campaign
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announced today that its third annual Holiday Giving Campaign would run December 1-December 31.
Equibase unveils updated chart glossary
Equibase has unveiled a new and updated glossary of the terms it uses in its charts of races.
John Stewart, Jayson Werth new owners of the year
OwnerView announced today that the 2024 New Owner of the Year is being awarded to John Stewart and Jayson Werth.
HISA announces research into equine sudden deaths
HISA announced it had made grants to support two projects analyzing exercise-associated sudden death among horses.
HISA adds three to ADMC committee
HISA announced today it would add three new members to its Anti-Doping and Medication Control (ADMC) standing committee.
Aftercare grants made to 83 groups
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announced today it had made more than $4 million in grants to 83 accredited organizations.
Bill Knauf to head Maryland Jockey Club
Bill Knauf, a longtime executive at Monmouth Park, will take the reins as the new head of the Maryland Jockey Club.
Stakes-placed 2yo added to Inglis Digital sale
The September 25 Inglis Digital sale has received a big late addition in the form of stakes-placed 2yo filly Bellavinino.
Nominations open for Joe Kelly Unsung Hero Award
Maryland Million seeks nominations for the Joe Kelly Unsung Hero Award to people making a meaningful if under-appreciated contribution to the industry.
Monmouth Park purse subsidy continued through 2029
A new law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy will extend Monmouth Park’s purse subsidy, wiith the track receiving $10 million annually through 2029.
Rogers: Pimlico “a valuable part” of Md. Jockey Club
With Pimlico having closed August 31, Maryland Jockey Club president Mike Rogers called Old Hilltop a “valuable part of our organization” in a statement.
Darby to take full control of Monmouth Park
Darby Development has signed an 85-year lease agreement to take full control of Monmouth Park, with plans for expansion.
Parx Racing temporarily off the turf
Parx Racing will conduct all racing on the dirt track for the time being as outside experts analyze the turf course for holes and inconsistencies.
Delaware Park moves up Aug. 28 post time
With the area under a heat advisory for Wednesday, August 28, Delaware Park will advance its post times by one hour.
Three to enter Maryland-bred Hall of Fame
Three horses – Alma North, Richard’s Kid, and Shine Again – are the newest members of the Maryland Thoroughbred Hall of Fame and will be feted Aug. 23.
