How Does He Do It?

How Does He Do It?

Mike Mitchell is known for his success with claiming horses in California, achieving high win rates. However, his career is also marked by numerous medication infractions and recent steroid positives.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
Guilty?

Guilty?

Trainer Larry Jones, known for his integrity, has been suspended seven days for a Clenbuterol violation at Delaware Park involving Stones River. Was it tampering?

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Ed Meyer1 min read
One More Time - And That Is Final

One More Time - And That Is Final

Jockey Patrick Valenzuela, known for immense talent and a troubled past, is making a comeback in Louisiana, nearing 4,000 wins. California considers his license reinstatement.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
New Kid On The Block?

New Kid On The Block?

Jockey Alan Garcia is on a hot streak, but his agent Tony Micallef faces a dilemma: ride the Pennsylvania Derby or finish strong at Saratoga, potentially leading to fines.

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Ed Meyer1 min read
Taking It On The Chin

Taking It On The Chin

Punters have hit bookmaker Ladbrokes hard, with profits down 16% thanks to successful bets on Aidan O'Brien's runners. It's a rare win for players against the house.

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Ed Meyer1 min read
Did You See It?

Did You See It?

The Haskell Stakes at Monmouth Park is set for an action-packed weekend. Televised on ESPN News, Classic, and TVG, Big Brown aims to silence critics against 7 contenders.

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Ed Meyer1 min read
The Dirt, The Turf and The Poly

The Dirt, The Turf and The Poly

A New York Task Force meeting debated horse racing track surfaces: dirt, turf, and synthetic. Hear differing views from Nick Zito and Mark Casse on tradition vs. safety.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
Is The Jury Still Out?

Is The Jury Still Out?

A Saratoga Springs forum debates synthetic track surfaces, weighing their benefits for injury reduction against potential health concerns and costs.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
5,000 Reasons to Be Thankful

5,000 Reasons to Be Thankful

Celebrate Kent Desormeaux's 5,000th career win aboard Bella Attrice at Saratoga. This post reflects on the Hall of Fame jockey's journey and enduring legacy.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
Magic Happens for the 140th Time

Magic Happens for the 140th Time

Saratoga Race Course opens for its 140th year, blending historic charm with elite racing. Discover the magic and key events at the Spa.

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Ed Meyer1 min read
Racing is Back in the Motor City

Racing is Back in the Motor City

Horse racing is back in Detroit with the new Pinnacle Race Course in Huron Township! Learn about this significant investment bringing racing to Michigan.

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Ed Meyer1 min read
Dutrow's Silence is Golden

Dutrow's Silence is Golden

Richard Dutrow, after his pre-Belmont media storm, is now letting Big Brown's performance speak for itself, quietly planning for the Haskell and Travers.

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Ed Meyer1 min read