Anderson, IN – After being dark on Thanksgiving, Harrah’s Hoosier Park will return on Black Friday (Nov. 28) with an early post time of 4:30 p.m. with a free concert by Flynnville…
Negotiator wins Baystate Special Wednesday at Plainridge
Plainville, MA — Negotiator found favorable cover and drafted to a win in the $25,000 Baystate Special at Plainridge Park on Wednesday (Nov. 26) afternoon. Negotiator (Mitchell Cushing) got away fifth as…
Nominations open for Fair Island Farm Caretaker of Year
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2025 Caretaker of the Year. The award, sponsored by Art Zubrod and Leah Cheverie’s Fair Island Farm in conjunction with the United States Harness Writers Association (USHWA), recognizes the unsung heroes of the sport: The caretakers who maintain the health and welfare of the horses on a daily basis.
Cattlewash 2026 book full and closed
The Cattlewash Syndicate and Tara Hills Stud are pleased to announce the 2026 book for Cattlewash is now full and closed after an extraordinary number of applications had been received.
King Alphonso to stand at Snow Ridge Farm
As Michigan continues its efforts to restore a robust racing and breeding industry Snow Ridge Farm is proud to announce Grand Circuit winner KING ALPHONSO 2, 1:52 ($402,309) to its impressive string of 2026 stallions.
No changes in Hambletonian Society/Breeders Crown poll Top 10
There were no changes to the Top 10 in the Week 24 Hambletonian Society/Breeders Crown poll released Wednesday, with Beau Jangles at No. 1 for the fifth consecutive week, followed by Miki And Minnie, Yo Tillie, Louprint and Lexus Kody in the next four spots.
Barb Merton and Liz Stubits keep the wheels turning at Monticello
For over 30 years the presence of “The Twins” Barb Merton and Liz Stubits has made a difference on the backstretch of Monticello Raceway, and they are still going strong.
Annie Stoebe to co-host Big M simulcast show
She’s a trainer of stakes-caliber trotters and a business woman with her own apparel line. But that’s not enough for Annie Stoebe, who will add “television co-host” to her resume this weekend, when she sits alongside Dave Little on the Sam McKee Memorial Broadcast Set and offers her insights, opinions and selections on The Meadowlands’ live simulcast show this Friday (Nov. 28) and Saturday (Nov. 29).
PHRC approves 2026 racing dates
he Pennsylvania Horse Racing Commission approved the dates and calendars at its November 25 meeting, and also signed off on the three-year license renewals for Hollywood Casino at The Meadows, Mohegan Pennsylvania (Pocono Downs) and Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino & Racetrack, as well as two of the three Thoroughbred tracks.
North American Standardbred Mixed Sale releases roster and pedigrees for Dec. 19 event
The North American Standardbred Mixed Sale is pleased to announce that the full roster and detailed pedigrees for the 2025 sale are now available. Buyers, consignors, and industry participants are encouraged to review the lineup and make plans to attend the second annual sale on Dec. 19, 2025.