Laurel Park picks and ponderings: February 7, 2025
We provide full-card picks and analysis for this afternoon's races at Laurel Park.
Racing
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Nominations released for General George, Fritchie
Nominations are out for a quartet of Laurel Park stakes to be run Feb. 15, topped by the General George and Barbara Fritchie, both at seven furlongs.
Features
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Omaha Omaha looks to benefit from distance in Withers
Virginia-bred, Maryland-based Omaha Omaha closes like he's late for his plane, his owner says -- and should relish added ground in Saturday's Withers.
Handicapping
Latest Laurel Park picks and ponderings: February 2, 2025
We provide full-card picks and analysis for this afternoon's races at Laurel Park.
Opinion
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Hamelback: Industry must speak out against decoupling
The horseracing industry must oppose a Florida "decoupling" proposal to sever the racing-gaming connection, says HBPA chief Eric Hamelback.
Business
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Enhanced Maryland-sired bonus soon to take effect
A program to bolster the value of horses that are both Maryland-bred and Maryland-sired is set to take effect with the current crop of two-year-olds.
Audio, Video
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VIDEO: Charles Town weekend highlights
In today's video, highlights from the weekend's racing at Charles Town, including a WVBC winner returns running, and more.
