by Jennifer Starr, for The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono

Wilkes-Barre, PA — Breeders Crown 2018 is quickly approaching, and more events have been added to the terrific events planned at the Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono.

Eliminations weekend will be Friday (Oct. 19) and Saturday (Oct. 20). Fans can pick up their program starting at 5 p.m. on either night and exchange the attached coupon for a souvenir Breeders Crown hat. Quantities are limited. The Friday coupon will be valid Friday only. Redemption is 9–10 p.m. in the lower Grandstand.

In addition, on Friday fans can meet former Philadelphia Eagle Keith Byars in the racing lobby. The football star will stop by the track for autographs and photos starting at 5:30 p.m., and this is a wristband-only event, with wristbands distributed starting at 2 p.m. in a limited supply. Only authorized photos will be signed, and they will be distributed at the signing.

Post time for both eliminations nights is 7 p.m. There will be plenty of free grandstand, patio, and apron seating for both nights, and fans are encouraged to get here early. Admission and self-parking is free. Various food trucks will be on the apron with plenty of food for the fans to enjoy while watching the great racing action.

Post time for finals night on Saturday (Oct. 27) is 5:30 p.m. Tickets are now on sale for the VIP Tent, which includes a hot and cold buffet, table seating, program, and cash bar, at www.hambletonian.com/2018-breeders-crown-tickets.html. Patio, Grandstand, and apron seating will be open to everyone, and free of charge.

Credential requests for Breeders Crown eliminations and the finals should be emailed to jstarr@mohegansunpocono.com as soon as possible.