Famous Dan may not be “famous” for winning Buffalo Raceway’s co-featured $11,500 trot on Friday afternoon (April 24) but he will long be remembered by trainer Maria Rice.
Author: by Brian J. Mazurek, for Buffalo Raceway
Last call for Yearling Nomination Book
The Yearling Nomination Book is at the printer, and all pre-ordered copies will be mailed out the week of April 28.
New Pop-Up Series, draw schedule at Mohawk
Woodbine Mohawk Park’s Race Office has announced an updated draw schedule and has released the details of a new upcoming Pop-Up Series.
Monte Miki’s book full and closed
Midland Acres is proud to announce Monte Miki is closed for the 2026 season.
Oliveira, Tetrick ready for another round at Yonkers
The 127th season at historic Yonkers Raceway at Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts continues with a unique crossover event five years in the making, as former UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira returns for a highly anticipated rematch against Hall of Fame harness racing driver Tim Tetrick.
Batavia Downs seeks track veterinarian
Batavia Downs is currently seeking a track veterinarian for the upcoming race meet, which opens on July 22,
Kermit Edward “Buddy” Travis, 88, dies
The Rev. Kermit Edward Travis, 88, of Dresden, Tenn., passed away on March 24, 2026.
Hanover Shoe Farms loses Lifetime Star
Hanover Shoe Farms sadly announces the passing of one of its elite broodmares, Lifetime Star.
Tioga Downs kicks off 2026 racing season May 2
Tioga Downs Casino opens for live racing this year on its customary date of Kentucky Derby Day, Saturday, May 2. This year’s season provides a total of 61 live race dates, including nine dates of thrilling stakes racing action.
College Tuition repeats at Rosecroft
Eric Foster’s homebred College Tuition set sprightly fractions before holding off a two-pronged stretch challenge to post a 1:53.2 repeat victory in Thursday’s (April 23) $12,000 Open Handicap Trot at Rosecroft Raceway.