The Maryland Racing Commission signed off on a controversial proposal to blend Maryland-restricted and Virginia-restricted stakes Wednesday.
Jim McKay Maryland Million Day 2025 will take place October 11 at Laurel Park, the organizers announced today.
Larry Johnson, who put his stamp on the Thoroughbred industry on racetracks and in boardrooms in Maryland and Virginia, passed away Feb. 4.
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.
Trainer Rodney Jenkins, who passed away Dec. 5, was remembered by other horsemen today as a consummate horseman.
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.
The most recent OwnerView webinar took place November 5 and examined state-bred incentive programs around the country.
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.
Maryland Million 2024 has been set for October 12, 2024 at Laurel Park, the 38th edition of the day Jim McKay cofounded.
The economic impact of the Maryland horse industry reached nearly $3 billion in 2022, according to the American Horse Council.