In just the third week of the 2026 harness racing meet at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel, a typical 12-race card of overnight races for the southern Kentucky oval generated the third highest betting handle in the track’s six-year history.
Shaun Christopher Callahan, 44, dies
Shaun Christopher Callahan of Cordova, MD passed away suddenly at his home on April 6, 2026. He was 44 years old.
Antognoni S looking to ‘Cruze’ in Big M series
The Ron Burke-trained Antognoni S had a fabulous 2025, yet, he didn’t make headlines like his stablemate Lexus Kody, who ended the season as the Dan Patch Trotter of the Year after earning an industry-best $1.3 million.
Meadows is first to offer live video of draw
Hollywood Casino at The Meadows will become the first harness track in North America to offer live video of the post position draw for each race card with a dedicated YouTube channel.
Mohawk moves Friday qualifiers to Saturday
Woodbine Mohawk Park would like to inform trainers that qualifiers originally scheduled for Friday (April 10) have been moved to Saturday morning (April 11) due to inclement weather in the forecast.
Vernon begins live racing on April 18
Vernon Downs is set to begin its 73rd anniversary of racing on Saturday, April 18. Post time for Opening Night is 5:05 p.m. and features a t-shirt giveaway after the third race.
OHHA hosting TV and Tickets Giveaway at Northfield on April 11
Some great prizes will be up for grabs when the Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association (OHHA) hosts its TV and Tickets Giveaway at MGM Northfield Park on Saturday (April 11).
Pandy’s Meadowlands picks for Friday, April 10
Handicapper Bob Pandolfo offers his selections for the full card at the Meadowlands on Friday (April 10).
Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame reveals 2026 inductees
The Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame announced on Wednesday (April 8) the organization’s 2026 inductees, marking the 50th year of honoring the best in Canadian racing.
Loan Cannon delivers again at Saratoga
Youngster Loan Cannon on Wednesday (April 8) continued the red hot streak he began a few weeks ago at Saratoga Casino Hotel as the 3-year-old pacing colt went coast-to-coast to record his third consecutive victory.