A substantial class hike made punters overlook Who’s Got The Move’s convincing 4-1/2-length victory from just last week, and their wagering discard provided big dividends for those who came back for more as Who’s Got The Move repeated and won Thursday’s (Feb. 16) $9,500 co-featured pace at Batavia Downs — at 39-1.
Alexa Skye, Owen share spotlight at Miami Valley
After finishing second or third in each of her last six starts, Alexa Skye finally burst through for victory in Thursday’s (Feb. 16) $28,000 Mares Open at Miami Valley.
Striking Count tops Blooded Horse Winter Sale
The 60th annual Blooded Horse Winter Sale was held Wednesday (Feb. 15) at the Champions Center, in Springfield, Ohio.
Heather and Heather ready for Red Carpet
Want to walk the Runthetable Stables’ Red Carpet at the U.S. Harness Writers Association’s annual Dan Patch Awards dinner, sponsored by Caesars Entertainment, at Rosen Shingle Creek resort in Orlando, Fla., on Sunday night (Feb. 19)? An expected crowd of more than 250 will have the chance, but so too do those who can’t make the trip.
Jimmy Freight set for 2023 debut
“Jimmy Jets” is ready for takeoff. Millionaire pacer Jimmy Freight, who saw an injury halt his 2022 campaign in September, will begin this season Saturday (Feb. 18) at The Meadowlands, where he is the 2-1 morning-line favorite in a $23,000 conditioned race. The 8-year-old stallion, aka “Jimmy Jets,” will start from post six with Scott Zeron driving for trainer Brett Pelling.
Reminder: Watch the Dan Patch Awards Sunday night at 6:30 p.m.
The 2022 Horse of the Year will be announced Sunday night (Feb. 19) at the annual U.S. Harness Writers Association’s Dan Patch Awards dinner, sponsored by Caesars Entertainment, at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Fla. But even if you aren’t among the attendees, you will be able to watch the announcement live via USHWA’s Facebook page.
Woodbine Mohawk reintroduces Free For All to condition sheet
Woodbine Mohawk Park’s Race Office has announced the addition of a Free For All Pace, Mare Pace and Trot, each with a purse of C$6,000 per horse entered, to its condition sheet.
Pandy’s Meadowlands selections for Feb. 17
Handicapper Bob Pandolfo offers his selections for the full card at The Meadowlands on Friday night (Feb. 17).
2023 Pocono Downs season begins Saturday
The 2023 harness racing season begins on Saturday afternoon (Feb. 17) at Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania.
Divine Art puts streak on the line Sunday
Divine Art will look to win her 18th straight race when she heads the cast for Sunday night’s (Feb. 19) $20,000 Sire Stakes for the 4-year-old pacing mares at Cal Expo.