by John Zimich, publicity director, Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs

Wilkes-Barre, PA — The second jewel of Thoroughbred racing’s Triple Crown (Preakness Stakes) and an evening of live harness racing offer fans a winning Daily Double on Saturday, May 15, at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs.

Featured on the live harness racing card will be eliminations of the Max C. Hempt Memorial Pace which will headline some of the finest 3-year-old pacers and drivers in North America. There will be a special harness post of 5 p.m.

First simulcast race is set for 10:45 a.m. from Pimlico in Baltimore, Md. Doors will open at 9:30 a.m. The Preakness Stakes is set for approximately 6:15 p.m.

There will be advance wagering on the second jewel of the Triple Crown beginning Friday morning at 11:45 a.m. at the main track and at all of the off-track wagering sites.